The weather is extreme and unpredictable when it comes to Kang Guru. During summer, even the maximum temperature is only around 20 degrees. Meanwhile, the temperature drops and reaches below -5 degrees during winters.
The trips are planned from June to September when the temperature fluctuates between 20 to 10 degrees.
Weather forecast is obtained from the Meteotest located in Bern, Switzerland.
The base climb lies above 4,000m, and the actual climb is above 6,000m
Summer is the best season to climb which falls in June, July, August, and September. The weather is chill, warm, and dry during this season, and climbers can win the summit with less difficulty. However, during winter, the weather becomes extreme, and the temperature drops below -5 degrees.
The duration of the expedition is 30 days, which is a medium duration.
Food, oxygen and accommodation facilities (tea house/tent, etc.): Quality food will be served three times a day, along with warm and comfortable accommodation throughout the 30 days long trip. Comfortable hotels will be arranged while staying in the city. While in the mountains separate tents for sleeping, dining, communication etc. will be set up. However, while staying in Kathmandu, only dinner will be provided by the company. You have to pay for your breakfast and lunch by yourself. But once the trip starts from there, the company will arrange for all the meals. Also, tea and coffee will be served for you to enjoy the trip even more. Required oxygen masks will be provided, and regulators and extra cylinders will be carried in case of emergencies.
Clothing & equipment: The company will not provide any personal pieces of equipment. So, you have to carry your warm clothes and other necessary items. Clients should also bear their trekking or climbing gear based on the equipment list provided.
Guide/Sherpas/porter/team members: The entire team of Marvel Trek comprises experts and professional mountaineers who have been climbing mountains for ages and know them well. Every client will be facilitated with one experienced and licensed Sherpa to guide them. Also, there are experienced and skilled cooks who will be making sure that you get a warm meal every day.
Communication and electronics (phone/ internet): The climbers will get satellite phones to communicate.
Transportation: Besides the international flights to reach Nepal, the travelling package will include all the travelling expenses.
Safety/security: Medical equipment and safety tools will always be on standby in case of emergencies.
Permits and fees along with requirements such as visa/passports, insurance etc.: Climbers should carry their passports and should have mountaineering insurance. Besides this, the company will pay for the air cargo charges. We will take care of all the taxes to the Nepali government on your behalf. The company will also take care of different Royalties and permits from the Nepali government. Permits for satellite phones will also be added.
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