Chulu West Peak Climbing – 13 Days

Trip Duration

13 Days

Trip Grade

Challanging

Highest Altitude

6419m

Accommodation

Tea House/Tent

Transportation

Bus/Car

Group Size

2-10

Best Season

Autumn

Chulu West Peak Climbing – 13 Days Overview

Chulu West Peak Climbing is one of the most exciting adventure sports sport in Nepal. It is also one kind of the most popular activities while you are trekking. The mountain offers stunning and impressive views to the tourists which makes this activity even more attractive and adventurous.

Chulu West Peak is one of the most beautiful peaks in the Damodar Himal range. It is located in the Annapurna region. Additionally, it is a popular trekking peak. Chulu West stands at a height of 6419m from sea level. In 1952, a Japanese expedition made the first ascend to Chulu West. Since the peak is a trekking peak, Chulu West doesn’t come with many technical difficulties and challenges.

Experienced, as well as beginner trekkers with basic mountaineering ideas, can climb this peak. There is great confusion among climbers about this peak, whether the climb is in the east or in the west of the Chulu.

There are basically 4 summits on Chulu, of which 2 are from the east side and 2 from the west side. The west side route is slightly less technical and safe as compared to the route of the east side. The Chulu West has a grade of PD/3. The Chulu West Peak Climbing can be combined with the Annapurna circuit trek by just adding a few days to your journey.

The main reason behind Chulu West being so beautiful and popular is the top view the peak provides. To the south is the beautiful Tilicho Peak and Annapurna Himalayan range and to the north is the view of Tibet and China. Even though an easier peak climbing Chulu West requires excellent physical and mental fitness.

Highlights of Chulu West Peak Climbing – 13 Days

  • Summit the majestic Chulu West Peak, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas
  • Diverse flora and fauna of Annapurna Conservation Area
  • Experience the thrill of climbing in the pristine and challenging Damodar Himal range
  • Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Annapurna region and interact with local communities
  • Enjoy close-up views of towering peaks, including Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu
  • Encounter diverse flora and fauna along the trekking route
  • Experience the thrill of camping in remote and pristine mountain settings

Trip Map

Chulu West Climbing Difficulties

Chulu west peak is comparatively an easier peak. However, it doesn’t mean it comes without challenges. The road to Chulu west peak base camp is rough, steep, and can be snowy. The trail above the base camp is more challenging. The extreme temperature and altitude can be a serious problem if you don’t apply the necessary precaution.

Any peak climbing requires concentration, focus, patience, and knowledge. Physical and mental stability is the most important factor. Physical fitness can be built by running, jogging, and doing some light exercise before starting your trek.

It is relieving to know that Chulu west peak is an easy one and good for beginners or someone without experience. With the average walking hour of 4-5 per day and overnight camping, risk of altitude sickness, combining all these facts, the trek and climb to Chulu west peak can be moderately difficult.

Symptoms of Mountain sickness

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Shortness of breath
  • Fast heartbeats

Preventing mountain sickness

  • Walk slow
  • Stay hydrated
  • Have nutritional food
  • Have enough rest
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol

Medicines for mountain sickness

  • Acetazolamide
  • Ibuprofen, paracetamol (for headache)
  • Promethazine (for nausea)

Peak climbing Equipment List

Travel Documents  Hands
Valid Passport Thin Fleece Gloves (2 Pairs)
Credit/Debit Card Wind Stopper / Screen Tap Gloves (2 Pairs)
pP Size Photo (4 Pieces) Heavy Gloves (Guide Gloves)
Insurance Paper And Contact Address Summit Gloves – 8000m.
Foot Wear Sleeping Bags
Summit Boot – 8000m. (Kailas / Lasportiva / Millet ) Sleeping Bag -20OC to -30OC
Climbing Boot – 6000m. (Kailas / La Sportiva / Millet) Down Sleeping Bag -40OC (Extreme Comfort)
Normal Socks (5-8 Pairs) Thermarest Mattress (Cell Foam)
Summit Socks/6000 m. Socks (2 Pairs) Down Mattress (Inflatable)
Trekking Shoes (Gore-Tex) Sleeping Bag Liner
Light Trekking/Sports Shoes Inflatable Pillow
Camp Booties (1 Pair) Climbing Equipment
Slipper (1 Pair) Climbing Helmet
Upper Body Summit Down Suit – 8000m.
Thermal Top Base Layer (2-3 Pcs) Ice Axe with Spike & Axe Protector Harness
Fleece Jacket (1-2 Pcs) Belay Devices/ Figure of 8/ ATC Guide Jumar / Ascender
Gore-Tex Jacket (1 Pcs) Lock Carabiner (3 Pcs) Unlock Carabiner (2 Pcs) Tape Slings/240 cm
Wind Proof Jacket (1-2 Pcs) Snow Goggle (Summit Purpose, Antifog, Polarized, UV Protection)
Down Jacket (1-2 Pcs) Head Light 500-700 Lumens Spare
Cotton T-Shirt (3-5 Pcs) Battery (Energizer Ultimate Lithium)
Lower Body Satellite Phone With Credit (Optional)
Thermal Bottom Base Layer (2-3 Pcs) Walking Stick/ Trekking Pole
Fleece Trouser (1-2 pcs) Pocket Knife (Swiss)
Gore-Tex Pant (1 pcs) Altimeter Watch
Light Weight Quick Dry Trekking Pants (2-3 Pairs) Pee Bottle
Gaiters for trekking boots Power Bank
Down Pants (1pcs) Crampons (Fit with Boot)/Packing Cover
Under Wear (4-6 Pcs) Bag Packs
Sun Stuffs Rucksacks 35 L – 50 L
Banana Boat/ Nivea Sun Cream (up to -50 Spf) Duffle Bag 120 L-150 L (2 Pcs)
Lip Guard -30 to -50 (Spf) Laundry/Garbage Bag (Large)
Sun Glasses (Uv Protection) Water Proof Stuff Sacks/Dry Bag- Small/ Medium/ Large (3-4 Pcs)
Glaciers Glasses (Uv Protection) Medical/First Aid 
Moisturizer / Lotion Brufen / Ibuprofens
Eating & Drinking Antibiotic
1 ltr. Water Bottle Diamox
1/ 1.5 Ltr. Thermos Paracetamol
Mug (Opt.) Handy Plaster
Spoon/ Fork (Opt.) Crack Bandage
Bowl (Opt.) Tincture Iodine
Miscellaneous Ondem
Nail Cutter Cetirizine
Umbrella / Rain Coat Electrolyte
Hot Water Bag Minil 10mg (Palpitation, anxiety)
Camera Codopar (Headache & chest pain)
GPS Tracker (Recommended) Salbetol 4mg (Breathless)
Hand & Toe Warmer Azithromycin 500mg (chronic tonsillitis, fever, nose, throat infection-must take 5 days)
Toiletries (Personal)  Flupen 250mg (prevent wound infection)
Toilet Paper / Wet Tissue Allegra 120/180mg (Allergic tonsil)
Toothpaste Menstrual Products
Toothbrush Head
Soap Sun Cap
Shampoo Balaclava
Towel Fleece Hat/ Warm Hat (1-2 Pcs)
Garbage Bag Neck Gaiter (2-3 Pcs)

Payment and Cancellation

Policy regarding Payment and Cancellation Payment:

Payment:

1) A deposit equal to 30% of the total price is required to confirm a reservation.
2) If the payment is made online, the remaining balance is due 10 days before the Tour, Trekking, Peak Climbing, or Expedition begins. If the payment is made in cash, it can be made after arrival.
3) If the booking is made within 30 days of the expedition beginning, full payment must be made at the time of booking.

Cancellation:

1) A full refund of the deposit will be given if a Tour, Trek, Peak Climbing, or Expedition is canceled more than 60 days before the start date.
2) The deposit will not be refunded if a Tour, Trek, Peak Climbing, or Expedition is canceled within 30 days of its start date.
3) A tour, trek, peak climbing, or expedition will not be refunded if it is canceled prior to or on the start date.
4) All participants should strongly consider purchasing travel insurance to cover any unforeseen cancellations or other occurrences.

Note: We reserve the right to modify or cancel any trek in the event of a natural disaster, political unrest, or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. A full refund or an alternative option will be provided in such cases.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Temperature and weather
The average temperature of Chulu in the spring season (March-May) is around 25-26⁰C during the daytime and can be around 13-16⁰C during the nighttime. The average temperature in the autumn season (September-November) is 28-33⁰C during the daytime and may fall to 16-17⁰C in the night. Similarly, in winter (December-February), the average daytime temperature is 24-25⁰C and can fall to 16⁰C at the night. In the summer (June-August), the average daytime temperature is 26-30⁰C in the day and 11-14⁰C in the night. Considering all the seasons, spring (March-May) and autumn (September-March) are two of the best season for trekking and climbing Chulu west peak. Autumn and the spring season have very favorable temperatures and weather with crystal blue skies. The atmosphere is very clean offering a beautiful view of mountains and green vegetation throughout the way. Monsoon season receives a lot of rainfall which makes the trail slippery and muddy. The winter season can be extremely cold with unbearable temperatures.
Food and accommodation
Chulu west peak has to be both camping and a teahouse trek. Teahouses are small lodges run by local people of the area. There are teahouses available in most of the areas, especially below the base camp. They have a single room with twin sharing beds. They provide a blanket, mattress, and clean bedsheets. The toilets and bathroom however have to be shared. Once you reach the base camp, it is almost impossible to find any teahouses or stores. You need to camp overnight for several days. That is why all the necessary stuff like camping tents, sleeping bags, mats, cooking stoves, utensils has to be carried. You also need to prepare food by yourself. If you are trekking through a travel agency, they will manage a cook for you. Cook is hired to make some easy food like bread, fried rice, noodles, etc. however, on your stay on Teahouses, you get some options for food like Dal, Bhat and vegetables, bread, eggs, etc.
Guides and porters
Guides and porters are a very important part of this trek. Without a professional, licensed, and well-experienced travel guide to give you the right directions, and information about the places, your trek would be quite difficult. They usually charge 30-35$ per day. Since you will be carrying all the camping stuff, it is quite impossible not to hire a porter. They usually charge 20-25$ per day.
Electronics and communication
Facilities like electricity, internet connections, and communication are available in all the teahouses. There are solar panels that provide enough electricity to charge your electronics. There are satellite phones available for communication. However, to use all these facilities you have to pay extra money to the owner. Once you are in the base camp, these facilities are not available at all. Power banks and extra batteries are highly recommended.
Transportation
The easiest option to reach Chulu is to take a bus from Kathmandu to Besishahar which takes almost 8-9 hours. From Besishahar, you need to trek to Chame and further to reach the destination.
Permits and fees
Annapurna Conservation Area Entry permit SAARC countries- 1500NRS (15$) excluding VAT NON-SAARC countries- 3000NRS (30$) excluding VAT Trekkers Information Management System card (TIMS)- 1000NRS (10$) Chulu West Peak climbing permit - Spring (March-May)- 250 $ per person - Autumn (September-November)- 125$ per person - Winter (December-February)- 70$ per person - Summer (June-August)- 70$ per person

Booking Details


Price: US$1355 per person
  • A detailed certificate from Marvel Treks and Expedition (after accomplishment)
  • A complimentary raincoat to shed you during the rainy season.(returnable)
  • A Complimentary Duffel Bag throughout the trek from our company. (returnable)
  • A warm complimentary Down Jacket during the entire trek on behalf of Marvel Treks. (returnable)
  • A complimentary sleeping bag for your icy trek. (returnable)
  • The essential climbing gear like mountain axe, trekking sticks, etc, for your need throughout the trek. (returnable)
  • Delightful complimentary Authentic Nepali cuisine as dinner to embark on your arrival and departure
  • Critical complimentary First Aid Service (in times of need)
  • An informative trekking map for you to cherish on behalf of our company
  • Trendy Sunhat and t-shirt as souvenirs on behalf of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
  • All the crucial services about airport transfer to and from the hotel via a private tourist vehicle ($40)
  • 2 nights accommodation in a Kathmandu (Kathmandu hotel or similar) ($40)
  • 1 nights accommodation in a Pokhara (Center Lake hotel or similar) ($40)
  • The Garbage Disposal System will be accommodated by our company. ($500)
  • Climbing Permit for Peak Climbing ($250)
  • TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems )($10)
  • National park entry fees / ACAP permits / Conservation entry fees. ( $30)
  • All essential local tax, office service charges, and Gov tax ($100 )
  • Porter service ($325)

  • Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for all the Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Extra nights in any city that’s not accommodated in the itinerary of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
  • Summit bonus (250 USD)
  • All the International flight checks and airfares.
  • Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for alcoholic/ non-alcoholic liquors.
  • Additional porter fees along with tips for guides and porters.
  • Tips for Climbing Sherpa (200 USD)
  • Electronic gadgets like chargers, and headphones.
  • Individual costs like a hot shower, phone calls, laundry, and souvenirs.
  • Travel coverage and emergency evacuations.
  • Tips for our staff’s drivers.

Chulu West Peak Climbing – 13 Days

$1,355.00 $1,355.00,

Drive Kathmandu to Basisahar by bus
($30.00)
Flight Pokhara to Kathmandu
($200.00)
Food in mountain
($330.00)
Standard Amenities and Services in Mountain Tented Accommodations and Trekking Guest House
($385.00)
Trekking Guide Service
($330.00)
2 days Accommodation in Kathmandu
($60.00)
Lunch/Dinner in Kathmandu
($40.00)
Helicopter from Base Camp to Pokhara
($700.00)
Climbing Sherpa
($455.00)
Climbing and Camping Service
($250.00)
Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu (10 hours)
($15.00)
Drive Kathmandu to Basisahar by bus by private jeep
($140.00)
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