Chulu West Peak Climbing Package, Itinerary, Map, Best Price
Chulu west peak climbing is a beginner-friendly trekking peak. Standing 6,419 meters above sea level, Chulu West is one of the most exhilarating peaks to climb in the Annapurna region. It is part of the bigger Damodar Himal range of Manang in western Nepal. You will be trekking through the world's most impressive trails before climbing the peak and again joining the trail to cross Thorong La pass.
The Chulu West peak climbing route does not have technical difficulties but is very physically demanding. Therefore, the participants have to be very strong and determined to complete the journey. Our Chulu west peak climbing is 24 days long. It combines climbing the peak, crossing Thorong La pass, and exploring the beautiful lower Annapurna region before ending our trip to Nayapul.
Chulu west peak climbing in Nepal is a once in a lifetime kind of journey where you will get close to Nepali culture and Nepali mountains. You will definitely be having the adventure of your life, but with that, the warm welcome of the locals, their delicious meals, and fascinating stories will add much more meaning to the journey. Visit ancient monasteries on the way and learn about the religious beliefs of the villagers as you walk.
After climbing Chulu West
On this 24 day trip, every day will bring a surprise for you. The diverse landscapes, mountains, gorgeous waterfalls, quaint villages, hanging bridges, rivers, and lush forests all make the trek unforgettable. After you climb Chulu West, then start the Annapurna circuit part. The trail goes high above the treeline once again. You will trek via meadows to Thorong Phedi (4,600 m) and ascend to Thorong La Pass (5,416 m).
Crossing Thorong La pass itself is a huge achievement. From here, the trail drops to Muktinath Temple (3,760 m), a sacred pilgrimage site. This place will teach you a lot about Hindu roots. Then the trail follows the Kali Gandaki valley, where you navigate through the Kali Gandaki gorge. It is the deepest gorge in the world. This part of the trail offers arid landscapes. White-washed houses, narrow alleys, and apple orchards are seen along the way to Jomsom (2,800 m).
Now, in the coming days, we will be gradually descending while exploring some famous villages in the region. From Jomsom, the trail drops down to Kalopani (2,530 m), then to Tatopani (1,189 m). Trekking through rhododendron forests, we will reach the Ghorepani village (2,850 m). The following day, we have a short hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m), and further walk down to Nayapul (1,070 m) via Tikhedhunga (1,570 m).
Mountain views during the Chulu west peak climbing
Our Chulu west peak climbing in Nepal is packed with mountain scenery. You will get to witness some of the best western Himalayan mountain panoramas on this journey. There will be many stunning sunrises and sunsets for you.
We will be hiking to viewpoints to enjoy the best landscapes as well. Chulu West summit, Manang village, Thorong La pass, Kagbeni, Ghorepani village, and Poon Hill are some of the finest places to admire the beauty of nature.
Mountains such as Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Annapurna I (8,091 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Tukuche (6,920 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Annapurna II (7,937 m), Tilicho Peak (7,134 m), Nilgiri (7,061 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m), etc, are seen along the way.
Preparation
Climbing Chulu West is by no means easy. You really have to give your all if not push yourself beyond your limits to reach the summit. So, you have to prepare your body and mind for the climb. Focus on strength training and endurance. Likewise, any kind of aerobic exercise like cycling, long-distance running, hiking, etc will also help you prepare for the trip. You can also incorporate high-intensity cross-fits or kettlebell training.
Optional packages
First of all, you can customize the Chulu west peak climbing itinerary with us. It will let you play with day-to-day and adjust the services as per your requirements.
Likewise, check out other climbing packages like Mera Peak climbing, Island peak climbing, Pisang peak climbing, and Tharpu Chuli peak climbing. All these climbing packages are good ones for beginner climbers.
Our Chulu west peak climbing 2023/2024 bookings are open. For more information or any assistance, feel free to contact us at info@welcomenepaltreks.com or call us at +977 9841767236. This number also has our WhatsApp & Viber.