Himlung – 7,126m/23,379ft
Himlung – 7,126m/23,379ft
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EXPEDITION OVERVIEW
Highlights:
- Summit of Himlung Himal at 7126 meters
- Panoramic views of Dhaulagiri range, Annapurna range, Manaslu and other peaks
- Trekking through Naar Phu valley a restricted area
- An essence of being in Tibet due to Tibetan cultures and monuments
- Skiing and snowboarding opportunities to professional skier
- Easiest Seven-thunders Mountain for beginners aiming for Everest climb
Overview of the Himlung Expedition
Himlung Himal (7126M) lies in the secluded Mustang region close to Tibet border. Himlung was allowed for climbing in the same year of opening of Mustang valley for tourism in 1992. Same year the first ascent of the peak was made by a Japanese expedition team.
As the peak lies in the restricted area of Nar Phu valley, the trek to the base camp itself is a magnificent experience. As the valley is between the Annapurna and Manaslu region, it is a real gem which allows the trekkers to experience both raw Himalayan nature and ancient Buddhist culture.
The Himlung can be graded as less technical and ideally best seven thousand meters peak for a beginner mountaineer who is looking forward to climbing eight thousand meters peak such as Everest. But one cannot underestimate the Himlung Himal because a large part of the ascent is covered at high altitudes around 6500 meters and required a high level of fitness. For climbing, we take the southern route and turn towards the northeastern ridge for the summit. We set our base camp at the elevation of around 4900 meters and other two higher camps for the successful ascent. The expedition will be organized and escorted by our highly skilled/qualified climbing guides and kitchen team.
On reaching the summit, one can enjoy the 360° view of Dhaulagiri Range, Annapurna Range, Manaslu and other peaks. Since we started operating Himlung expedition, we have a 100% success rate till today.
Himlung 30 Day Itinerary Overview

EXPEDITION DOSSIER

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DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Full-day hikes in heavy snow (3-5 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days.




EXPEDITION DOSSIER

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30 Day Regular Program Himlung Expedition
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Download our detailed expedition notes for Mount Himlung, including our detailed itinerary and kit list.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Full-day hikes in heavy snow (3-5 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days.
PRICE AND SERVICE – OPTION 1
Himlung Expedition (30 Days)
$6,555 USD per person (tax inclusive)
Price based per person (maximum 12 members)
- 6,555 USD per person (tax inclusive)
- Valid until: 28-Feb-2022.
- Max group size: 12
- 30 Days
- Travel Dates: 10th Oct - 8th Nov 2022
This price includes the following charges:
GOVERNMENT AND RELATED CHARGES
- Himlung Himal climbing royalty fee of US$ 300 (autumn)
- Special Restricted Area Permit for Nar Phu valley - $100 for 7 days and $15/day after
- Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP permit) - $35
- Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP permit) -$35
- TIMS Card -$10
- 1 X Government liaison officer with transfer, accommodation, meals and wages
- Garbage deposit fees of US$2000
- Route fixing charge higher camps and to the summit
- Summit certificate from Department of Tourism after the summit
- Weather forecast report
SERVICE IN KATHMANDU
- International and Domestic Airport Transfer.
- A transfer from Kathmandu – Besishar and to Dharapani on day 3 & day 28
- 4 nights in a preferred hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- 2 X Thamserku Duffel bag per member
SERVICE DURING TREKKING
- 11 nights’ accommodation in a local lodge on full board (with breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Hot water for drinking purposes.
- Emergency Medical Kit and Oxygen during the trek.
- Porters to carry trekking and expedition gears (1:1 ratio)
- Assistance of Guide and Sherpa during the trek.
BASE CAMP SERVICE
- Single tent per member with comfortable mattress & pillow
- Tent for climbing and Kitchen crew on twin sharing
- Kitchen, Dining, Shower and toilet tent (communication tent for 8 pax above)
- Solar panel/generator for light and battery charging
- Gas heater for the dining tent
- 3 meals a day, snacks and unlimited tea and coffee on request
- Internet facility depending upon the network provider & group size
SERVICE AT HIGHER CAMPS
CAMP I, II & III
- Brand new tent North Face/Ozark/Red Fox on twin sharing for members and climbing crew
- Total 1 bottles of POISK oxygen for emergency
- Latest Mask and regulator for members and Sherpa & one extra for emergency
- High Altitude food (B, L&D) for members and climbing crew
- Enough Epi gas, gas stove and cooking pot set for CI and CII
- 1 x satellite for emergency and walkie-talkie for a member, Sherpa and basecamp
- Group safety equipment, i.e. extra rope, carabiners, ice axe, ice screw
- Porterage of personal and group camping equipment
- Helicopter charge for supplying fresh meat, fruits and vegetables from Kathmandu
- Expedition Crew Allocation & Cost
- Climbing Crew: Expedition Manager/Climbing Guide and 1 Sherpa for 2 members (1:2 ratio) for the summit
- One High Altitude Cook for a group size 6 or above
- One Cook and required number of kitchen porters at the basecamp
- Porters to carry camping equipment’s and supply food from Kathmandu to Basecamp
- Equipment’s, daily wages, carrying bonus and medical insurance for climbing crew/Sherpa
- Equipment’s, daily wages, and medical insurance for Kitchen crew and porters
This price does not include the following charges:
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
- Summit bonus of US$500 for climbing Sherpa once you make a summit attempt from Camp III or US$250 if dropped from Camp III
- Unexpected increment in the royalty fee/climbing permit
- International airfare and Nepal visa fee
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Extra hotel nights in Kathmandu
- Personal travel, medical and rescue insurance
- Medical evacuation charge if required
- Personal trekking and climbing gears
- Tips for climbing Sherpa and Kitchen team at basecamp
- Service besides mentioned in inclusions example - extra oxygen, Sherpa and porters
- Other personal nature expenses i.e. alcoholic beverages and self-ordered hot drinks during the trek
ITINERARY
- DAY 01 - Arrive in Kathmandu
You will be met at the airport and taken to the hotel to relax.
- DAY 02 - In Kathmandu
Free day in Kathmandu for equipment preparation, attend government briefing and arrangement of documentation needed for the expedition.
Welcome dinner will be at a Le Sherpa restaurant
- DAY 3 - Drive to Besisahar, change the vehicle from Besisahar to Dharapani
Today will be a long hour drive. After early breakfast at the hotel, we start our road adventure to Besishar which takes around 6 hours’ drive. Once we reach there, we will change our vehicle to local jeep – load all the expedition equipment and bags. Then we continue to Dharapani driving on a mountain road which takes another 4 hours off-road drive.
- DAY 4 - Trek to Koto (2600M) – 6/7 Hours Trek
Today we head towards West – setting off to a beautiful Buddhist village called Bagarchhap. As we further head-on, we pass through the scattered pine forest with a scenic view of Manaslu and Annapurna II on the left. Today we spend overnight at Koto.
- DAY 5 - Trek to Dharmashala (3230M) – 6/7 Hours Trek
After breakfast, we start our trek to Dharmashala leaving Annapurna Circuit trail. We then enter the Naar Phu Valley following the Naar Phu Khola. Gradually trekking up and down through coniferous forests with a beautiful view of Lamjung Himal on the south; we reach Dharamsala (3230m) where we will stay overnight.
- DAY 6 - Trek to Kyang (3820M) – 6 Hours Trek
From Dharmashala, we trek towards Kyang passing through a small village called Meta. We follow the Phu Khola on a slightly ascending trail to Chyakhu. From here the terrain gets steeper as we head to 'Upper Chyakhu' and then to Kyang (3800 m). Kyang, located above Phu Khola has the remains of the Khampa settlements and is the main winter settlement of the people of Phu
- DAY 7 - Trek to Phu Gaon (4200M) – 5 Hours Trek
Today we will trek to Phu Gaon one of the hidden villages of Nepal, which will take approx. 5 hours walk. Passang mani walls, stupas and prayers flags along the way with a gradual ascent we reach to Phu Gaon. Today is a half-day trek, so we have enough time to explore the Phu village in the afternoon.
- DAY 8 - Rest Day in Phu Gaon
Reserve day at Phu Village to acclimatized & rest your body. Re-energize your body as we will be going to Himlung Base Camp tomorrow.
- DAY 9 - Trek to Himlung Base Camp (4920M) – 5/6 Hours Trek
Today we head towards Himlung base Camp where we spend almost a couple of weeks. You will meet our other crew members at the basecamp.
- DAY 10 to Day 23 - At Base camp Climbing Period
- Rest day – Puja – climbing training
- First Rotation
- Touch Camp I and descend back to basecamp
- Second Rotation
- Climb to camp I (overnight)
- Touch Camp II (Overnight)
- Climb halfway to Camp III and descend back to basecamp
- Rest and prepare for the summit push
- Summit push
- Climb to camp II (overnight) – start at
- Climb to Camp III (overnight) – start at
- Summit – start at 4 am – reach by 1 pm – descend back to Camp III or Camp II
- Descend to base camp
- Reserve day at the base camp
- Packing and clearing the Base camp after the summit
Note - Be advised that the mentioned activities during the climbing period are a tentative plan. The actual planning of the summit is made at the base camp by your climbing guide. The activities may change because of the unstable weather conditions in the Himalayas and also your level of fitness. We advise you to book a Flexi flight and allow extra days in case if you need for the summit push.
- DAY 25 - Trek down to Meta (3560M) – 7/8 Hours Trek
Today we bid our farewell to our camping crew members. After breakfast, we descend to Meta that takes around 7/8 hours of trek.
- DAY 26 - Trek to Koto (2600M) – 7 Hours Trek
Today we trek down to Koto leaving Nar Phu valley behind.
- DAY 27 - Trek to Jagat (1300m) – 7 Hours Trek
After breakfast at the lodge, we further descent to Jagat where we meet a motor road.
- DAY 28 - Jeep drive to Besisahar and then to Kathmandu – 10/12 Hours Drive
From Jagat, we take a local jeep to Besisahar and change to a more comfortable bus to Kathmandu. Today is quite a long drive.
- DAY 29 - Free day in Kathmandu for official documentation and collect certificate
Free day in Kathmandu for official documentation, closing briefing by the government and collecting certificate if successfully reached in summit. Farewell dinner and celebration at Piano Piano restaurant at Nomad Hotel.
- DAY 30 - Final Departure
Depending on your flight time you will be transferred to the airport. The airport check-in is 3 hours before the departure time and the hotel checkout time is noon. In case your flight is late evening please let us know if you require half day use of the hotel.
ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT INFO
MOUNTAINEERING GEAR CHECKLIST (7000m to 8848m)
Bodywear
- Down Suit - Recommended Absolute Zero Over suit by Mountain Hardwear, or Ulvetanna Suit by Berghaus, or The Himalayan Suit by The North Face, or the Expedition Suit by Rab.
- Down Jacket and a pair of Down Salopettes - Recommended Absolute Zero Parka and Absolute Zero Pants by Mountain Hardwear, or by Rab. - not very bulky
- Waterproof Jacket and Over trousers that goes over your alpine boot
- Balaclava - Recommended The North Face A3543 Unisex Wool Balaclava or similar covering nose and face
- Long sleeve Thermal shirt and Trousers - Recommended anti-sweat
- Fleece Jacket and Trousers - Recommended Patagonia, or The North Face, or Mountain Hardwear
Hand wear
- Liner gloves - thin and warm
- Down mitts - Recommended The North Face, or Marmot Expedition mitt, or Mountain Hardwear Absolute Zero Mittand.
- Mountain Gloves - Recommended water & windproof
- Gore-Tex Primaloft Glove - Recommended the North Face, or Mountain Hardwear.
- Smartwool Mountaineering Socks (2 pairs - new)
- Ultra-Soft Running / Hiking Socks (2 pairs - new)
- Mountaineering boot Recommended La Sportiva Olympus Mons Evo or Millet Everest GTX
- Alpine boot - Recommended La Sportiva Men's Nepal EVO GTX Boot or similar
Climbing equipment
- Climbing helmet - Recommended Black Diamond
- Ski Goggles with UV protection and anti-fog system
- Headlamp - Recommended Black Diamond & Petzl
- Spare batteries - Recommended Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries
- Harness Set
- Lightweight Harness - Recommended DMM Super Couloir, or Black Diamond Couloir Harness, or Mammut Ophira 3 Side climbing harness
- Ascender (Jummer) - Recommended Petzl or Black Diamond
- Abseiling device - Recommended Black Diamond ATC Guide Bley Device, or Petzl GRIGRI 2 Grey Belay, or Descent Device D14BG
- Screwgate Carabiners (2 X large, 2 X small sizes) - Recommended Petzl or Black Diamond
- Bent Gate Carabiners (2 medium sizes) - Recommended Petzl or Black Diamond
- 6 mm rope - Recommended 2 meters UIAA tested
- 6 mm rope - Recommended 5 meters UIAA tested
- 1 X tape sling - Recommended 120 cm UIAA tested
- Dynamic 8.9 mm rope (single rope) - Recommended 2 m UIAA tested
- Classical Alpine ice-axe - Recommended (70-90 cm) Petzl, or Grivel Air Tech, or Black Diamond
- Crampons that fits Mountaineering boots - Recommended Grivel G-12 New-Matic Crampons
Other equipment
- 55-65 Liter Rucksack - Recommended POD Black Ice, Crux AK47 (extendable) and Crux AK57
- Base Camp Duffel – XXL
- 2 X 5 season sleeping bag with compression bag - Recommended North Face and Mountain Hardwear
- 2 X 5 season foam sleeping mat - Recommended 72 x 20 inches (20 x 5 x 5.5 inches folded) and weigh around 14 ounces
- Swiss Army Knife with a multi-tools system or leathermen
- 1-litre stainless steel thermos - that works in extreme weather condition
TREKKING GEAR CHECKLIST(2000m to 5000m)
Headwear
- Sun Hat/Normal cap
- Fleece or woollen hat
- Earmuffs/Ear warmers (optional)
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Buff Scarf / thin face mask
Handwear
- Fleece or woollen thin gloves
- Gore-Tex mitten gloves
Bodywear
- Gore-Tex Jacket
- Gore-Tex Pant
- Hiking pant
- Fleece trouser and jacket or warm jumper - Recommended not thick but warm enough that fits inside the Gore-Tex pant
- Anti-sweat T-shirt
- Thermal inner trouser
- Down jacket with hoodie
Footwear
- Trekking boots
- Hollow Out Outdoor Slipper
- Trekking socks (4-5 pair)
- Snow Gaiter
Other equipment
- Sleeping bag (comfort rated - 15 ºC)
- 30 Liter Rucksack with cover
- Large size Duffel Bag with padlock
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Water bottles 1 Liter
- Thermos
- Basic First Aid Kit including antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), altitude (Diamox), painkillers, plasters and blister treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite). Glucose tablets and multi-vitamin tablets are also a good idea.
Washing Kit & Toiletries
- Waterproof washing kit bag
- Towel - medium size
- Washing soap, towel, tooth pest, toothbrush etc.
- Sun Lotion Enough +30SPF (including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)
- Handwash & sanitizer
- Toilet paper (you can buy this in the lodges)
- Wet tissues
Optional items
- Trekking poles
- Trainers or similar for use in the lodges
- Shorts
- Baselayer leggings
- Gaiters
- Sleeping bag liner
- Pillowcase
- Earplugs (particularly if you are not the one snoring)
- Camera
- Pen-knife (remember to pack sharp objects in hold baggage)
- Repair kit – (e.g. needle, thread, duct tape)
ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTATION INFO
Required Documents:- Scanned copy of the main page of the passport
- Scanned passport size photograph
- Confirmed airline ticket
- Proof of COVID vaccination both dose 1 and dose 2
- A copy of medical insurance including COVID insurance of up to $5000 coverage
- Fit to join the expedition letter from personal Doctor
- Completed Bio-data form (the form will be emailed prior the expedition)
- Apart from having travel insurance and being in generally good health, some pre-holiday health preparation is advised. We strongly recommend you visit your doctor to discuss health requirements for your trip. Some vaccines need to be administered a few weeks before departure so allow plenty of time. Obtain a certificate of vaccination and carry this with you on this trip. A dental checkup is also highly recommended before departure.
- Dawa Sherpa (Expedition Manager): +977-9801333616
- Anjan Rai (Expedition Manager): +077-9823338761
- Office Hours only: Thamserku Office: 00977-1-5909982
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