CROSSOVER

Near to the Annapurna South is the beautiful Hiunchuli Peak, lying at an altitude of 6,441 meters. Though climbing this peak is not technically difficult, there are other drawbacks of this trekking route such as its vulnerability to rock falls and complexity in route finding, that make it a less preferred trekking option. Discovered by Col. Jimmy Roberts, Hiunchuli is one of the three major trekking peaks within the Annapurna Sanctuary. Its eastern face overlooks the Modi Khola and guards the entrance to the Annapurna Sanctuary. An American Peace Corps Expedition, via the southeast face, first climbed Hiunchuli in October 1971.

Lying at a remote location, Hiunchuli, still remains an unknown route approached by only a few trekkers. The trekking trail passes through steep and dense bamboo forest, menaced by unseen dangers of the hanging glaciers. From the north, the mountain rises steeply above the moraines of the Annapurna South Glacier in a series of shabby buttresses and an ill-defined and complicated North Ridge. These in turn lead to a final triangle of fluted ice that forms the summit. The summit is bounded on the east by a ridge that rises in an icy parabola, from which a steep couloirs descends towards the moraines above the lodges at base camp. Considered as one of the most complex climbs, the trek to the Hiunchuli Peak requires technicality and experience.

Name of the Peak: Hiunchuli
Region/Areas: Annapurna Himal, Gandaki
Grade: F-Grade (Challenging)
Maximum altitude: 6,441m (Hiunchuli Summit)
Mode of Trekking: Tea-House + Camping
Best Season: Spring & Autumn

ITINERARY:

1. Arrive in Kathmandu: Assistance upon arrival, transfer to Hotel.
2. KATHMANDU: Sightseeing around the valley, O/N at Hotel in Kathmandu.
3. Drive/Fly Kathmandu to Pokhara
4. Drive to Nayapul (1,070m) and trek to Tirkhedhunga (1,540m, Trek 3-4hrs)
5. Trek Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,860m, Trek 4-5hrs)
6. Sunrise trek to Poon-Hill (3,200m, Ascend 1-1:30m), Ghorepani to Tadapani (3,180m, Trek 4-5hrs)
7. Trek Tadapani to Chhomrong (2,170m, Trek 4-5hrs)
8. Trek Chhomrong to Dovan (2,600m, Trek 4-5hrs)
9. Trek Dovan to Deurali (3,230m, Trek 2-3hrs)
10. Trek Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m, Trek 5-6hrs) via Machhapuchree Base Camp (3,700m)
11. Acclimatization: Trek to Hinko Cave
12. Trek to Hiunchuli Base Camp
13. Trek to Hiunchuli High Camp
14. Acclimatization: Ascend of Camp I
15. Summit: Hiunchuli Peak (6,441m) and back to High/Base Camp
16. An extra day to attempt Summit
17. Descend down to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m, Trek 5-6hrs)
18. Trek to Bamboo (2,310m, Trek 5-6hrs)
19. Trek Bamboo to Jhinu (1,780m, Trek 5-6hrs) (Natural hot spring)
20. Trek Jhinu to Pothana (1,890m, Trek 5-6hrs)
21. Trek to Phedi (1,130m, Trek 2-3hrs) and drive to Pokhara
22. Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu, O/N at Hotel in Kathmandu.
23. Security day/KATHMANDU: Sightseeing around the valley, O/N at Hotel in Kathmandu.
24. Transfer to Airport for further departure.

Note: The itinerary is just an idea you can alter them as per your possibilities.

PRICE: Starting from US$1,700 per person

COST INCLUDES:

1. Airports pick up and drop by car, van or bus depending upon the number of pax.
2. Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing BB plan as per the itinerary (2 Star Hotel or equivalent).
3. All required Trekking and Climbing Peak Permits.
4. All government & agency formalities and taxes.
5. All ground transportation during trek (Private Transport/Tourist Coach).
6. Trekking/Mountaineering Guide.
7. Climbing Sherpa(s).
8. Supporting Sherpa(s) for the trekking part (If required).
9. Required number of Porters to carry luggage (Maximum 32kg per person).
10. Helicopter Rescue, Insurance and medical (First aid kit) for Nepali staffs.
11. Helicopter Rescue Service (For Foreigners: Incase of emergency we do operate the service but the expenses is not included in the price).
12. Gamo bag and Satellite phone (Pay calls).
13. Required climbing equipments for Nepalese climbers to prepare and to guide the way till Summit.
14. Altitude tents, Ropes, Epi gas and burner.
15. All meals & accommodations during trek.
16. All necessary camping and kitchen gears.
17. Domestic Flight including airport tax, if any.

COST EXCLUDES:

1. Nepal visa fee (Can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
2. International flight tickets and airport clearance.
3. Medical and personal insurance of members (Compulsory).
4. Personal climbing gears.
5. Garbage Deposit (Refundable after the completion of an expedition).
6. Cost of emergency evacuation (Incase of emergency, helicopter rescue service will be provided as per the request).
7. Cost of personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, telephone bills etc.
8. Lunch & dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
9. Tips for the staffs & Summit bonus for the Climbing Sherpa(s).
10. Services other than specified.