Mount Barun lies at the heart of Everest region crowned by 3 major mountains – Mount Everest, Lhotse and Makalu. At 7129 metres, it is an ideal choice for peak climbing. Baruntse Expedition, offers a close view of some of the tallest mountains in the world, which includes : Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu and the tallest mountain in the world Mount Everest. Mount Baruntse – crowned by four peaks, is located in the eastern Nepal. Furthermore, Mt. Baruntse has Hunku Glacier to its south and Barun Glacier to the east, while Imja Glacier surround the mountain on the north-west side.
Mount Barun was first ascended on 30th May 1954 via the south ridge – by Colin Todd and Geoff Harrow with the help of a New Zealand Expedition team – led by Sir Edmund Hillary. Ascending Mount Barun is ideal for those trekkers or climbers moving to 7000 metres peaks. The climb is technical but offers higher success rate among other 7000 metre peaks. Baruntse peak stands tall and proud, surrounded by some of the tallest and mightiest mountains in the world. The climb up to West Col imposes a significant challenge. The summit overall is not so technical but is physically demanding.
Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
Expedition Preparations - Equipment Shopping and Documents Preparation
Expedition Briefing and Final Preparations
Flight to Lukla and Trek to Chhutang (30-45 mins flight, 4-5 hours trek)
Trek to Thuli Kharka (6-7 hours)
Trek to Kothe
Trek to Thangnak
Rest and Acclimatization day at Thangnak
Trek to Khare
Rest Day at Khare
Trek to Mera La Pass
Trek to Seto Pokhari Camp
Trek to Baruntse Base Camp
Climbing Period
Cleaning and Trek back to Seto Pokhari Camp
Trek to Mera La Camp
Trek to Thangnak
Trek to Thuli Kharka
Trek to Lukla
Flight to Kathmandu. Leisure Day
Leisure day for Souvenirs. Farewell dinner
Departure
Airport to Hotel upon Arrival and Hotel to Airport on Departure Transportation
Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and back
All permits and entry cost throughout the Expedition days
27 Meals (BLD) throughout the Expedition
26 nights Lodge/Teahouse accommodation throughout the Expedition
5 nights standard accommodation in Kathmandu
1 Guide and 1 Porter along with their food, accommodation and insurance
Entrance fees in Durbar Squares or Temples
Personal Expenses - CIgarettes, Bar Bills, Extra Snacks and Drinks
Other expenses like Laundry, Electricity, etc.
Personal Trekking/Climbing gears
Visa Procurement
Tips for Guide and Porter
Travel Insurance