Baruntse expedition is a perfect peak to experience the highest peak in Everest region. It is more attractive mountain for climbing because of the classical symmetric beauty and wide range of skills. The famous summiter Edmond Hillary and Jim McFarland are climbing the first summit Mt. Baruntse. Colin Todd and Geoff Harrow is ascending Baruntse firstly on 30 May 1954. It is one of easy accessible peak with having a normal route of ascent.
In the Expedition of Baruntse climbing, there are hard sections to challenges the ice cliff and facing the risk of avalanche. The south -east ridge of Baruntse is a difficult and hard path because of the straightforward ways of the climbing. Most of climbers will success the mountain in the spring season because of the best season to the climb for safety. As a climbers will reach on the top of this mountain in the autumn season also.
The ascent route for Baruntse Expedition is better from the southern ridge, the famous West pass. The normal route of journey begins at Lukla and passing northward through a beautiful alpine environment. The walk passes through delightful Sherpa city with an excellent acclimatization. The Baruntse base camp is at an altitude of around 5400m and stay few time near the pristine lakes below Amphu Labtsa pass. Then the route follows a long ridge leading to the summit.
The experience of Baruntse is considerable with time and efforts. From the summit you will view the stunning of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Makalu. An ascent on Baruntse is an adventure for climbers to meet a high altitude Nepal peak. This expedition of Baruntse includes a favorite trekking peak Mera peak with acclimatization and well experience Sherpa guide. It gives a plenty of opportunities to get the summit.
Trip Itinerary
Day 01Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300 m)
45 minutes from Airport to Thamel BB Plan-Breakfast & Accommodation Standard Accommodation Hotel in Kathmandu
Upon arrival to Nepal, we receive you at Kathmandu airport with warm reception and transfer to hotel. We are waiting you with your name at Kathmandu airport. Spend free day on your own in Kathmandu and trip lecture in the evening.
Day 02In Kathmandu
BB Plan-Breakfast & Accommodation Standard Accommodation Hotel in Kathmandu
This day you have orientation day in Kathmandu.
Day 03Fly to Lukla (2860 m)
35 minutes by flight AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Get 30 minutes short flight to Lukla and prepare for packing expedition goods. O/N at Lukla.
Day 04Lukla to Chutanga (3474m)
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Trek to Chutanga for 4/5 hours on uphill walk.
Day 05Chutanga to Ksetrala
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Trek across the Zetra La pass (4600 m) to the village of Chatra La (4200 m).
Day 06Ksetrala to Kothey
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Walk to Kothey (3500m) for 5/6 hours downhill and uphill trekking.
Day 07Kothey to Tagnag
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Continue to Tagnag at 4300 m
Day 08At Tagnag
Rest Day AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Rest day, acclimatization, explore the surrounding area.
Day 09Tagnag to Khare
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Walk to Khare at 5000m, organize equipment.
Day 10Khare to Mera La
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Trek across the Mera La, which is at about 5300 m to Mera Peak base camp at 5100 m
Day 11At Mera La
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Rest day, acclimatization, explore the surrounding area.
Day 12Day 12: Climb to High Camp (5768 m).
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 13Summit Mera Peak (6476m), descend back to Khare.
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 14Extra day for summit attempt and packing up, resting.
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Trek Climb to Baruntse
Day 15Mera La High Camp to Rato Oral
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Trek to Rato Oral (4683m) on the Hongku Khola which is the main river that flows from Baruntse.
Day 16Trek to Pokhari (5003m)
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 17Walk to Baruntse base camp (5300m).
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 18Rest & Acclimatization, training, and organization at base camp.
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 19Rest in base camp
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 20Climb to camp 1 (6120m).
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 21Rest day in camp 1
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 22Climb to camp 2 at 6400 m
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 23Summit attempt (7129m)
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 24Extra day for summit attempt, return to base camp, resting.
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 25Extra day for summit attempt, return to base camp, resting.
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 26Extra day for summit attempt, return to base camp, resting.
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Going Home:
Day 27Pack and prepare to depart base camp
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 28Trek to base of Amphu Labtsa pass
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 29Cross Amphu Labtsa pass to Chukkung
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 30Trek to Namche Bazaar (3450m)
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 31Trek to Lukla
AP Plan -Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Basic Tea house lodge
Day 32Lukla to Kathmandu
35 minute by flight Standard Accommodation Hotel in Kathmandu Standard Accommodation Hotel in Kathmandu
Get short flight back to Kathmandu and free day in Kathmandu.
Day 33In Kathmandu
BB Plan-Breakfast & Accommodation Standard Accommodation Hotel in Kathmandu
Extra days in Kathmandu, in case of delay, and for sightseeing, gift shopping, celebration, saying goodbye to new friends.
Day 34Kathmandu Airport
Before 3 hour you will have to go at airport TIA BB Plan-Breakfast & Accommodation Back to your final Destination
Final airport transfers to airport to get fly back to home. Thank you for joining our Baruntse expedition!
What's included?
- Airport transfer - hotel/airport/hotel
- Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation on BB basis in Kathmandu before and after trek we can book as per your request.
- Round Trip Flight cost - Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu of client and guide.
- Basic twin sharing tea house accommodation during trek.
- 3 times meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
- English Speaking guide and all his expenses during the trek like flight, insurance, salary, meals and accommodation.
- All Trekking permit - Sagarmatha National Park Fee, Local government tax and TIMS card.
- All government taxes, vat, company service charge.
What's not included?
- lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
- Entrance fee in sightseeing areas in Kathmandu.
- Travel Insurance in case of emergency for rescue and other medication.
- Nepal visa fee
- All kind of hot and cold drinks - coke, fanta, beer, whisky, bottle of water, hot water, tea, coffee etc.
- All personal trekking equipment like down jacket and sleeping bag etc.
- Porter to carry your backpack/luggage.
- Tips for guide and porter
- Personal expenses like wifi, hot shower, telephone, battery charge fee.
- Upgraded lodge accommodation like room with private toilet and bathroom during the trek.
- All the cost not mention on above cost includes