Baruntse Expedition - 40 Days

Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will get greeted by one of our team delegates. He/she will take you to the hotel that we have already booked for you. You can rest and explore the vibrant streets of Thamel. In the late evening, you will join the welcome dinner organized by the company.

The day begins early with a delicious breakfast and a warm cup of coffee. You go on a guided sightseeing tour, where you will visit ancient temples, shrines, palaces, and courtyards. We have arranged a professional guide with you who will brief you about all the places you will visit. In the late afternoon, you prepare for the expedition.

Today, you will get informed about the trail and region. You will meet with your guide. The entire day is dedicated to the preparation of the journey. You will arrange all the documents and gears along with the guide.

Today is the final preparation day for the expedition. You will recheck all the equipment and documents before the final packing. The evening will be chill and relaxing.

An early morning flight and you reach Lukla, the starting point of the journey. The flight offers stunning views of snow-capped mountains. From Lukla, you begin trekking towards Chutok. The trail moves through dense forests and descends to Shurke. Further, you pass by Pakhapanu and trek through several small villages and lush forests to reach Chutok. This village welcomes you with beautiful views of peaks like Kongde Ri. Tang Ragi Tu, Khatang, etc.

From Chutok, you cross a wooden bridge and ascend towards Kari La Pass. Crossing the pass, you continue trekking through lush forests of bamboo and rhododendron. You get to see stunning views of Dudh Kund Himal on the way to Pangkongma

After having a warm breakfast, you cross Pang Kongma La Pass. The trail further ascends to Shibuche and moves towards the north. Further, you descend and cross Hindu Khola. From here, you pass a grazing area and reach Kurke.

The day begins with gradual descent. Crossing Surkie La Pass, you ascend to Phokte village. Further, the trail passes by Chalem Kharka and Danda Kharka before reaching Thuli Kharka. If you are lucky, you might get to see rare red pandas on the way

From Thuli Kharka, the trail drops down and moves to Majang Khola. Following Hinku Khola, you continue trekking towards Tashing Dingma. Crossing Sanu Khola, you pass by lush forests of juniper, rhododendron, etc and reach Kothe from where you get to see superb views if many Himalayan mountains

From Kothe to Tangnag, the trail passes through Hinku Valley. Walking along a bank of a stream, you pass by around 200 years old Lungsumgba monastery. Further, the trail ascends to Tangnag offering a beautiful view of Kusum Kanguru and other mountains.

Today is a rest day at Tangnag. You will go on a short hike to Charpate Himal Glacier. This glacier has religious values for Sherpa people. From here, you get to witness the breath-taking view of the north face of Mera Peak. Later, you descend back to Tangnag for a night stay.

The trail heads to Khare. Following lateral moraine of Dig Glacier, you reach Dig Kharka from where you get to see a fantastic view of Charpate Himal. The trail ascends through moraines and further climbs up to the snout of the Hinku Nup and Shar Glaciers. From here, the trail steeply ascends to Khare.

Leaving Khare, you trek on a rocky path that leads to the western ridge of Mera Glacier. The trail continues to the Mera La Pass from where you get to see the spectacular landscape. Further, you carefully descend to the base camp to spend the night.

The trail passes through rock-strewn for around a couple of hours. Walking on a snowy path, you will cross several crevasses before reaching the High Camp. The trail ascends to the rock band which is marked by a large cairn.

Today, you wake up early in the morning and climb to the summit of Mera Peak. The route ascends along a glacier to a peculiar ridge. Before reaching the summit, you pass a steep section and a steep cone. From the top of the Mera Peak, you get to see breath-taking views of many Himalayan mountains including Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Baruntse, etc. After spending some time at the summit, you descend following the same path to base camp.

From base camp, you trek and reach Thagnak. The trail then gradually descends through lush forests and small settlement areas to take you to Khare

After having breakfast, you begin trekking and cross a wide grassy valley. From here, the trail ascends to Baruntse Base Camp. On the way, you get to see the mesmerizing and serene landscapes.

You take a day off today. You will spend the day hiking to the nearby hills and resting. Your guide will brief you about the route that leads to the summit of Mt. Baruntse. 

From here onwards, the climbing period begins. The trail ascends to the Advanced Base Camp (6,000 m) located near a glacier at the foot of the southeast ridge. You will also establish Camp I (6,450 m) and Camp II before reaching the summit. Upon reaching the top of the summit, you get to see fantastic views of the Himalayas. Further, following the same trail, you drop down to base camp.

You spend a day at the base camp celebrating the success of the journey. Today, you will pack up your goods and clean the base camp before leaving it.

It is going to be a short day today. The trail descends to Seto Pokhari Camp. On the way, you get to see the beautiful scenery.

After having a warm breakfast, you gradually descend to Mera Peak Base Camp. The trail passes the remotest part of the Himalayas. After a descend through the alpine valley, you ascend and reach Mera Peak Base Camp

Crossing the Mera La Pass, you descend through Khare and reach Thangnak. From here, you continue trekking following the same path as before. The trail passes through sub-tropical forests and takes you to Kothe.

From Kothe, you ascend through a dense forest. Further, you will be traversing the western part of Hinku Valley and move towards Thuli Kharka. On the way, you get to see excellent views of Mera Peak.

Today is the last day of the trek. The trail steeply ascends to Zatrawala Pass. From here, you descend and cross Chutanga. Further, walking through lush forests and small villages, you reach Lukla.

You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. The flight offers final views of the Himalayas. Upon landing at the airport, you move to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax and explore.

Today is an extra day in Kathmandu. You spend the day exploring around and doing shopping. In the evening, you meet with other team members over farewell dinner.

You wake up early and prepare to leave. As per your flight departure time, our team representative will take you to the airport and wishes you a safe flight back to your home.