Chulu East Climbing

Highlights

• Ethnic villages of Gurung, Thakali and Manangese
• True flavour of Tibetan Buddhist culture and tradition
• Wildlife and vegetation of Annapurna region
• Reaching the top of a popular trekking peak of Nepal, Chulu East Peak
• Crossing one of the highest Himalayan Pass, Thorung La Pass (5,416m)
• Journey to one of the most fabulous pilgrimage site, Muktinath Temple
• Exploration of the lake city Pokhara
• Adventurous sports like paragliding, sky diving, hot air ballooning in Pokhara

Climbing Chulu East Peak (6,200 m) is technically straightforward, provided you know how to use crampons, harness, ice axe and ropes. And, more importantly, you are guided by an experienced crew in peak climbing in Nepal. The peak is situated high above the Manang valley and the trail that follows the classic trek around the Annapurna massif. You ascend into the Marsyangdi valley and crossing the Thorung La, before descending the Kali-Gandaki valley and heading to Pokhara.

Chulu East Peak climbing is a rewarding adventure made memorable by the dramatic deep valleys and scenery of mountain landscapes. Diverse climate favourable for rich vegetation and wildlife species are added beauty of this trip. And, once you ascend the peak, your excitement will be further heightened by an awe-inspiring vista of the majestic peaks. From the top, you can have the alluring view of Annapurna (8,091m) Massif, Gangapurna, Glacier Dome, Dhaulagiri (8,0167m) Massif, Tilicho and Manaslu (8,163m).

The cultural features of Annapurna trekking region makes your peak climbing in Nepal more memorable. The ethnic villages of Gurung, Thakali and Managese reflecting their typical socio-cultural aspects realize the importance of this visit. Tibetan Buddhist culture and tradition are in practice among the settlers of this area. The Thakali dish (typical food items combined with the fermented green vegetable pickle) is the worldwide brand.

As Chulu East Peak lies in Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), the diverse species of flora and fauna come into your sight. If you make this trip in spring, you can find the entire forests covered by colourful rhododendron flowers. The lush forests have conserved a large variety of animals and birds as an additional feature of this trek.

Apart from crossing one of the high Himalayan passes, Thorung La Pass, this itinerary takes you to a famous pilgrimage to Muktinath Temple. It is equally revered and visited by the Hindus and Buddhists as a sacred destination throughout the year. The flame burning with the natural gas and 108-water sprouts gives you a true sense of wonder while in this shrine.

The Manang Valley is popular for its apple production as the weather and soil are quite appropriate for this. You can see many apple orchards with the red and juicy apples hanging in the trees. You can taste the organic apples and other many products made up of apples. If you like, don’t forget to taste the local liquor brand of Apple named ‘Marpha’!

Note: You can also end up your journey after climbing Chulu East Peak. For this, you can descend to Chame and take a jeep directly to Kathmandu or Pokhara as well. Or you can also extend it to Annapurna Royal trek, Annapurna Base Camp trek or Annapurna Sunrise View trek.