Mt.Gyajikang (7,038m) Expedition
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Churen Himal Treks & Expedition
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Mt. Gyajikang lies in Peri Himal north east of Manang and is opened only after 2002 for climbing. This expedition takes you through remote Tibetan setting villages Bhotia people of Nar and Phu, near to Nepal & Tibet boarder in the most north of Manang. In the approach to the base camp, we have to follow the popular Annapurna circuit trekking from Beshisahar to Koto and then proceed to Nar & Phu. Besides the climbing teams with prime objective of research, very few teams have climbed this peak. Beside above there is a possibility to fly into Hongde airport either from Kathmandu by charter flight or from Pokhara. It is about 300 inhabitants who depend on livestock, unlike most Bhotia people, whose trading patterns changed drastically after the Nepali Government closed borders with Tibet, the people of Nar and Phu valley were least affected by this change. The tortuous path leading from the valley into Tibet had never made them dependent on the salt trade, and till today yak herding is the basis of their livelihood and so on. Government of Nepal to open up Nar and Phu to tourists has evoked little enthusiasm among the villagers, whose pastoral lifestyle continues. Apart from the odd researcher and climbing expeditions permitted to climb Mt. Gyajing Kang, Himlung, Ratna Chuli and Mt. Kang Guru.
Journey at a glance
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel. — Arrive in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel. Day 02: Full day Guided Tour in Kathmandu valley. Checking the equipment & packing, introduction between our staffs and members concerning how do communicate each other. — Full day Guided Tour in Kathmandu valley. Checking the equipment & packing, introduction between our staffs and members concerning how do communicate each other. Day 03: Briefing at Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Tourism Industry Division. — Briefing at Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Tourism Industry Division. Day 03: Briefing at Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Tourism Industry Division. — Briefing at Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Tourism Industry Division. Day 04: By Bus: Kathmandu to Beshisahar. Trek to Ngadi — By Bus: Kathmandu to Beshisahar. Trek to Ngadi Day 05: Ngadi to Jagat — Ngadi to Jagat Day 06: Jagat to Dharapani — Jagat to Dharapani Day 07: Dharapani to Koto — Dharapani to Koto Day 08: Koto to Dharmasala — Koto to Dharmasala Day 09: Dharamshala to Phu Khola — Dharamshala to Phu Khola Day 10: Phu Khola to Gyajikhang base camp — Phu Khola to Gyajikhang base camp Day 11-24: Climbing period — Climbing period Day 25: Base Camp to Phu — Base Camp to Phu Day 26: Phu to Dharamshala — Phu to Dharamshala Day 27: Dharamshala to Koto — Dharamshala to Koto Day 28: Koto to Dharapani — Koto to Dharapani Day 31: By Bus: Besisahar to Kathmandu — By Bus: Besisahar to Kathmandu Day 32: Debriefing at Tourism Industry Division — Debriefing at Tourism Industry Division Day 33: Final Departure. — Final Departure.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 10Phu Khola to Gyajikhang base camp — Phu Khola to Gyajikhang base camp
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Day 1124: Climbing period — Climbing period
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Day 25Base Camp to Phu — Base Camp to Phu
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Day 26Phu to Dharamshala — Phu to Dharamshala
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Day 27Dharamshala to Koto — Dharamshala to Koto
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Day 28Koto to Dharapani — Koto to Dharapani
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Day 31By Bus: Besisahar to Kathmandu — By Bus: Besisahar to Kathmandu
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Day 32Debriefing at Tourism Industry Division — Debriefing at Tourism Industry Division
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Day 33Final Departure. — Final Departure.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Price Includes:
- 5 Nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu with bed & Breakfast
- Climbing permit fee of Himlung Himal
- Special permit of Nar-Phu Valley
- Annapurna Conversion Area Project (ACAP) entrance fees
- Trek on Camping from Ngadi to Base Camp and Base Camp to Besisahar. Food for Base camp during Expedition period
- Staff: Base camp Guide, Cook, Cook helper
- Porters/Yak from Bhulbhule to Base camp & Base camp to Besisahar
- Equipment allowance, daily allowance for Liaison officer, expedition crew and flight tickets
- Transportation: Kathmandu to Bhulbhule, Syange to Besishar and Besishar to Kathmandu
- Insurance and Helicopter rescue for Nepalese expedition crew.
- 1:1 climbing Sherpa
- 1 tent for 2 person for Expedition
- Mat, dining tent, Toilet tent, Mess tent, Store tent, Table and chairs trekking for the expedition
- Local transportation in Kathmandu (Airport-hotel-airport)
- Emergency Oxygen -Mask and regulator, Satellite Phone (call basis), Gas heater and Generator
- Agency service charge
Not included
- Price Excludes:
- 1: Nepal entry visa fee
- 2: International airfare
- 3: Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visit as per the itinerary
- 4: Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara (except farewell dinner)
- 5: Rescues, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalization expenses
- 6: phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, mineral water and hot shower
- 7: Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips
- 8: Clothing packing items or bags, personal medical kit
- 9: Personal equipment for climbing & trekking( Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags)
- 10: Any additional staff other than specified
- 11:Tips and Gratitude.
- 12:In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides etc the extra charge should be born by themselves.
- 13:Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa and staffs’ tip (US$500 to US$1,000)
- 14:Personal expenses
Essential trip information
Before you go
Equipment List: Climbing Gear Helmet: Must be able to fit over your ski hat Alpine Ice Axe: General mountaineering tool (65-70cm) Crampons: 12 points Ascender: 1 right or left-hand ascender A mountaineering harness, with adjustable leg loops Carabiners: 3 lockings and 6 regular* Rappel device: ATC or figure 8* Clothing Footwear: Mountaineering boots: suitable for above 8000m; Scarpa phantom 8000 or equivalent (This is because we can work under extreme weather conditions and also preparing you for your ultimate goal to climb Everest) Hiking shoes for the trek to base camp. Booties: Optional, down is best. Bridgedale Summit socks or equivalent: 6 pairs Bridgedale Liner socks or equivalent: 3 pairs Body Layers: 2 merino base layers: top and bottom 1 mid-layer top: breathable Underwear Lightweight Nylon Pants: 1 pair Soft Shell jacket with hoody: To be worn over other layers Soft Shell Pants: Very breathable and water repellent Hard Shell Jacket with hood: A waterproof and breathable shell jacket Hard Shell Pants: Waterproof and breathable shell pants Insulated Down Jacket with hood: (fill power 800) or equivalent to Rab’s Electron Jacket. We primarily wear this when climbing below Camp 3 Insulated synthetic Pants: Worn primarily when climbing below Camp 2 Long jones equivalent to Rab’s Polartec or equivalent: 2 pairs Summit Down Suit Headgear and Handwear: Warm Hat: Synthetic or wool hat (ski hat) Sunhat: To shade your face/neck from the sun on a hot day Buff: To protect your neck/face from the sun Glacier glasses: Full protection with side covers or wrap around Ski goggles: To be worn on summit day in the event of high winds Lightweight synthetic liner gloves: For wearing on a hot day; 2 pairs Softshell gloves: To wear for moderate cold/wind Shell glove with insulated liner: To wear for severe cold / strong wind Expedition Mitts Personal Gear: Expedition Backpack: 65L pack should be large enough. Trekking Backpack: To carry on the trek to base camp. Simple and light. Sleeping Bag (for high camps): Rated to at least -40°F. Goose down or synthetic. Sleeping Bag (for base camp): rated to at least -20°F Compression stuff sacks: 3 large ones; for reducing the volume of the sleeping bag, down parka, etc., in your pack High-Quality sleeping pad (1 for base camp and 1 for high camps): Full length is preferred Closed-cell foam pad: To be used in conjunction with the inflating pad for warmth and comfort when sleeping Trekking poles with snow baskets: Adjustable poles Cup: Plastic insulated cup for drinking Bowl: A plastic bowl for eating dinner or breakfast Spoon: Plastic spoon Head torch: 1 normal for base camp and 1 with remote battery systems for climbing at night. This will be used whilst climbing at night Sunscreen: SPF 50 or above Lip balm with sunblock Water bottles: 2 wide mouth bottles with a 1-litre capacity Water bottle parkas (2): fully insulated with zip opening Thermos: 1 litre (buy a good one to keep your water warm for longer hours) Pee bottle: 1-litre minimum bottle for convenience at night in the tent Toiletry bag: Include toilet paper and hand sanitizer and a small towel Hand warmers & toe warmers Penknife or multi-tool (optional) Camera: bring extra batteries and memory cards. Personal solar charging system (optional but recommended) Travel Clothes: For days in-country Duffel bags (2) with locks: To transport equipment Base Camp Items: Kindle, I pad, smartphone, etc Snack food: Please bring a few days of your favourite climbing snack food such as bars, gels, nuts, beef jerky, etc. A variety of salty and sweet is good Small personal first aid kit: Include athletic tape, Band-Aid’s, Ibuprofen, blister care***, personal medications, etc Medications and Prescriptions: Bring antibiotics (Azithromycin, etc.), and altitude medicine such as Diamox and dexamethasone
Fitness & eligibility
2
Meeting point
Kathmandu
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