Thursday, July 28, 2016

Gyachung Kang Expedition Nepal

Mt.Everest

















Short info:
Lying in between two 8,000-metre peaks: Cho Oyu & Mt Everest, Gyachung Kang is the fifteenth highest peak in the world (7,952 m). Passing via several Himalayan villages and crossing the longest Ngozumpa glacier, we make a most memorable journey.

Cho Oyu Expedition
Overview:
The fifteenth highest peak in the world with an altitude of 7,952 m, Gyachung Kang lies between Cho Oyu and Mount Everest. It was first climbed in 1964 by Y. Kato, K. Sekizawa and Pasang Photo of a Japanese expedition where as the north face of the mountain was first climbed in 1999 by a Slovene expedition and was repeated by Yasushi Yamanoi in 2002.
Mt. Gyachung Kang expedition commence from Lukla after a spectacular mountain flight from Kathmandu. After landing at Lukla, we trek to Phakding. Next day we continue the classical route to Namche Bazaar where we will spend two nights at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. Namche Bazaar is the gateway to the Everest and the main trading center for the Khumbu region. The town has a number of lodgings and stores catering to the needs of visitors as well as a number of internet cafés.
From Namche we take through Khumjung, Dole, Machhermo and Gokyo. Gokyo is a small village at the foot of Gokyo Ri and on the eastern shore of Gokyo Cho (Dudh Pokhari). The Gokyo village consisting of several huts is located at an elevation of 4,750 m making it one of the highest settlements in Nepal and in the world. From Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) we can have a breathtaking view of four 8,000-metre peaks: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.
Crossing the Ngozumpa glacier which is the longest glacier in the world, we head towards Gyachung Kang Base Camp (5,350 m). We spend a couple of days at the base camp for climbing training and acclimatization. Generally, three camps are set in the approach above the Gyachung Kang Base Camp to the summit. After the successful attempt, we retrace our path back to Lukla.

Itinerary:

  • Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
  • Day 02: Preparation and official formalities.
  • Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding. 
  • Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar.
  • Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar.
  • Day 06: Trek to Khumjung.
  • Day 07: Trek to Dole.
  • Day 08: Trek to Macchermo.
  • Day 09: Trek to Gokyo.
  • Day 10: Ascent Gokyo Ri and back.
  • Day 11: Trek to Ngozumba Tso.
  • Day 12: Trek to Gyachung Kang Base Camp.
  • Day 13-42: Climbing Period.
  • Day 43: Base Camp cleaning.
  • Day 44: Trek to Gokyo.
  • Day 45: Trek to Khumjung. 
  • Day 46: Trek to Phakding. 
  • Day 47: Trek to Lukla.
  • Day 48: Fly to Kathmandu.
  • Day 49: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing.
  • Day 50: Final Departure. Transfer to the airport.

To find out more about this adventure please contact here.

Wednesday, July 20, 2016

AUSTRALIAN CAMP TREK

Australian Camp.

Short info:
The Australian Camp Trek is a fairly easy trek in the beautiful foothills of the Annapurna. The trip offers mesmerizing views of the valleys and of the Annapurna mountain range. This trek can be done all year round and is also very suitable for people without any hiking experience and people of all ages.  The highest point is around 2000 meter. 



Annapurna Range.
Overview:
This trek starts from Phedi; an hour drive from Pokhara.  From Phedi, we trek to Dhampus village. Dhampus is also a gateway to Annapurna Conservation Area. The place also serves as one of the main entry points to Annapurna Base Camp and to other trekking trails of Annapurna Region. The village is beautiful with a number of slate-roofed houses. After Dhampus village, one more hour trek to Australian Camp, located on the ridge provides an incredible view of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre and Lamjung Himal.From Australian Camp, we will hike to Naudanda for lunch and continue our route to Sarangkot.  The view from Sarangkot is a spectacular mountain scenery and enchanting view of Pokhara valley and Fewa Lake.This trek is best for  those wishing to experience mountain scenery and ethnic culture within a short time.


Itinerary:

  • Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. 
  • Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing.
  • Day 03: Drive to Pokhara.
  • Day 04: Drive to Phedi. Trek to Dhampus.
  • Day 05: Trek to Australian Camp.
  • Day 06: Trek to Sarangkot.
  • Day 07: Hike down and drive to hotel in Pokhara.
  • Day 08: Drive back to Kathmandu.
  • Day 09: Free day.
  • Day 10: Final Departure. Transfer to the airport.
To find out more about this adventure please contact here.



Wednesday, July 13, 2016

DHAULAGIRI TREKKING


Dhaulagiri trekking

Short info:
A lesser climbed 8,000 meters peak: Dhaulagiri Peak is a challenging peak to climb lying in a remote North central Nepal. With several climbing routes, expedition is normally done through the Northeast ridge which is the classical route.




Dhaulagiri Base Camp


Overview:
Situated in western Nepal, Dhaulagiri stands as the seventh highest mountain in the world at 8,167 meters above sea level. In Sanskrit, Dhaulagiri translates into Dhavala giri, meaning “White Mountain.” Being the only mountain lying entirely within Nepal, it was first climbed on May 13, 1960 by a Swiss/Austrian/Nepali expedition.
Due to it being a little more remote than its more accessible cousins, Dhaulagiri is one of the lesser climbed 8000 meter peaks. This challenging expedition takes you to spectacular wilderness areas following a circuitous route around the mountain from French Pass (5,360 m) to approach the summit from the North East Col.
Walking up the narrow Chin Barden gorge, we trek towards Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,740m). The impressive north face of Dhaulagiri I, II, III, V and Tukuche Peaks and the imposing icefall that cascades from the north east col of Dhaulagiri I dominates the skyline. Via the Northeast Ridge, four camps will be set up for the climbing. Advance Base Camp at 5,300 m, camp one at 5,900 m, camp two at 6,400m, camp three at 7,200 m and finally camp four at 7,500 m.After the successful attempt, we retrace our path via the high passes and descend to Jomsom where our trek ends and from where we shall fly out to Pokhara.


Itinerary:
  •  Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
  • Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and preparation for expedition.
  • Day 03: Official works for expedition and Briefing in Ministry of Tourism.
  • Day 04: Drive from Kathmandu to Beni.
  • Day 05: Trek to Tatopani.
  • Day 06: Trek to Ghasa.
  • Day 07: Trek to Marpha.
  • Day 08: Trek to Yak Kharka.
  • Day 09: Trek to French Col.
  • Day 10: Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp.
  • Day 11-48: Climbing Period Mt. Dhaulagiri.
  • Day 49: Trek to Dhampus Col.
  • Day 50: Trek to Marpha.
  • Day 51: Trek to Jomsom.
  • Day 52: Fly to Pokhara.
  • Day 53: Drive Back to Kathmandu.
  • Day 54: Free day in Kathmandu.
  • Day 55: Final departure. Transfer to the airport.


To find out more about this adventure please contact here.