Region
Annapurna
Grade
Modrate
Duration
26 Days
Accomodation
Hotel/Trekking guest houses/Tent
Group size
2 - 15 People
Best Seasons
Spring and Autumn
Maximum Altitude
6328m
Trip Type
Budget Travel, Nature Walk, Weekend Trips

Overview

Saribung Peak Climbing has introduced peak expeditions in the mid-western region of Nepal. The Saribung peak lies in the remote part of Mustang in the vicinity of Damodar Himal. It is an ideal expedition that includes exploration of Upper Jomsom, Mustang, Nar Phu valley, and Hidden Valley. During the Saribung Peak Trek, we will pass through several villages and it offers the opportunity to experience the diverse and fascinating cultures.

Very few climbers have managed to conquer the summit of Saribung Peak. Saribung Peak is an excellent opportunity for those wishing to gain climbing experience as well as explore the less beaten region of Nepal. The ascent to the summit of Saribung Trekking is additionally thought of a rather straightforward peak ascension with relatively less technical sections.

During this trek, the summit rewards us with magnificent views of Mountains like Nilgiri Himal, Himlung Himal, Lamjung Himal, Mt Manaslu, and Annapurna II. The best time to go for this trek is from March to May and September to November. Since the trail is challenging and has slippery ice, one needs to be physically and mentally fit to go this trek.

Saribung Peak Climbing Cost and Itinerary

After landing at the airstrip of Jomsom, we will start our trek following the trail that heads north towards Kagbeni. Our trail passes through diverse landscapes with several villages and ancient gompas and it heads towards Lo Manthang. After spending a full day sightseeing at Lo Manthang, we continue our trek passing through villages of Yara and Ghuma Thanthi. And it also heads towards Saribung Base Camp.

Saribung is an easy peak for mountaineering and expedition but there are certain passes with ice and creases in between the trail which makes the journey difficult. Trekkers will also get an opportunity to experience the typical Nepalese culture and traditions.

Zigzag Hilly Road to Kathmandu

Fully equipped with necessary climbing gears and adequately acclimatized, we will follow the footsteps and guidance of experienced Sherpa climbing guides. Taking weather conditions into consideration, we will tackle several technical climbing sections and head towards Saribung peak summit. Once at the top, we can feel the breathtaking views of valleys and high peaks including Himlung, Gyajikang and Bhrikuti. We will spend a short time at the summit and gradually descend following the same route.

From the summit base camp, we follow the trail that goes along Nar Phu Valley. For our return journey, we trek passing through villages of Koto, Dharapani, and Jagat to arrive at Bhulbhule finally. Our incredible experience of Saribung Peak Climbing ends with a scenic drive from Bhulbhule over the hilly zigzag road to eventually reach back to Kathmandu.

During our Saribung Peak Mountaineering tour, we follow the trail that connects Upper Mustang Lo Manthang Trek.

Day 01 :

Arrival to Kathmandu & Transfer to the Hotel (1,400m)

Welcome to Himalayan country of Nepal. All of members should gather at hotel of Kathmandu today ,And for today our agency have arrange vehicle for pick up from airport.

Day 02 :

Trip preparation day

Day 03 :

Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.)

Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six hours.This drive will take most of the morning, leaving much of the afternoon to explore the various sites of Pokhara. Stay overnight at hotel.BB.

Day 04 :

Flight to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni (2,810m)

On the following day you will take a flight from Pokhara to Jomsom which will be thrilling then you will begin to trek Kagbeni without wasting much time. Jomsom is the administrative headquarter of Mustang district so lasting the trail all through Jomsom will make you cross Ekle Bhatti taking to Kagbeni. It is situated at the height of 2,810m altitude and is a beautiful place yet it is positioned in the rural areas of Nepal. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 05 :

Kagbeni Trek to Chaile (3,050m)

Starting the trek following the north valley of Kagbeni to arrive in Chele you will pass an attractive village of Tangbe, known for traditional houses and apple orchards. Enjoying the scenery's amazing Nilgiri peak and passing countless ridges. Then from Chhusang village, you will pass the stream and depart from the Kali Gandaki valley to turn up at Chele (3,050m). Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 06 :

Chaile to Geling (3,570m)

Having breakfast the trail will show the way to the village of Samar where you will descend into a huge gorge and passing the Chorten prior to enter into the next valley will make you amazed with juniper trees. Passing that stream and ascending the pass, you will descend all along the ridge to Shyangmochen. Continuing the downward you will turn up to Geling. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 07 :

Geling Trek to Tsarang (3,560m)

The stroll through the driest part of Mustang, the wonderful views of the scenery, from the mild contour of the north to the rocky mountains positioned in the east and west which seems tricky to ascend are actually the things that take you to Tsarang, situated at (3,560m). Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 08 :

Tsarang Trek to Lo-Manthang (3,810m)

You will use the morning time in exploring the appealing village of Charang and large monastery, prior to go for Lo Manthang. Ascending mildly above the valley to isolated Chorten marking the border line amid Charang and Lo Manthang. The city of Lo-Manthang has only one way in so you will circumambulate the wall from the north-east corner. It offers the spectacular views of Lo Manthang and the Charang Valley along with snowy peaks. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 09 :

Visit to Manthang (3,810m)

This is another day at Lo- Manthang as the city has only 150 houses and 4 core temples. We will spend a day here. We will have good insight about the village along with the king and his palace. If necessary the king will offer a horse to carry out the trek as well. But this is assumed as the short trek so we may not need horses. Stay overnight in Lo-Manthang.

Day 10 :

Lomanthang Trek to Yara (3,650m)

On the following day you will keep on to put on the elevation. The nature of the trek today starts with the tread all along the slightest trodden trails of the region. It supplies tremendous wilderness and at the concluding part of the trek you will turn up to the campsite. Stay overnight in a tented camp.

Day 11 :

Yara Trek to Luri Gompa (4,600m)

Taking the short trekking that moves upward and downward of the progressing hills of the low down alpine region will convey you to Luri Gompa. The monastery is supposed to be the oldest of the region. After turning up to the monastery, you will have enough time to walk around. Stay overnight in a tented camp.

Day 12 :

Lurigumpa Trek to Ghuma Tanthi (4,600m)

On the following day you will move to Ghuma Tanthi from Luri Gompa from where you will target to reach the altitude of 4,600 meter. Here, you can view the shadow of Annapurnas and Dhaulagiri which will later help you to arrive at Ghumti Thanthi. It is the small hut situated at the bank of the river. Stay overnight in the tent.

Day 13 :

Gumpathanthi Trek to Namta Khola (4,890m)

On the following day you will start to move to Namta Khola, positioned at 4,890 meter and is the wildest valley of Namta Khola Valley. The quiet valley has the finest nature with complete quietness and possibility of Himalayan panorama. This is the beautiful day to take a stroll from the camp. Stay overnight in the tent. Overnight in the camps.

Day 14 :

Trek to Saribung Base Camp (4,950m)

Today you will arrange all the preparation to hike Saribung Peak Base Camp. Starting from Namta Khola Valley you will take upward movement all through the thin wood and after that to the marine region with an elevation of 4950m. Then, you will set up the camp and stay here. Stay overnight in the tent camp.

Day 15 :

Acclimatization at base camp

This is the day known for rest where you will get to make out the previous one adding to altitude. You will make use of the free time by fascinating come into sight and you don’t call for to stay idle. Acclimatization day, today will be cherished as one of the exceptional days of peak climbing. Stay overnight in a tented camp.

Day 16 :

Ascend to Camp I (5,730m)

On the following day you will ascend to the south west ridge of Saribung Peak taking 5 to 6 hours then you will set up the camp at the elevation of 5,730 meter. It is probably you will experience snow at lofty. Reassuring the climbing gears and going for final preparation you will go for Saribung Summit on the next day. Stay overnight in a tented camp.

Day 17 :

Summit to Saribung (6,328m) and back to Base Camp

This is the day to accomplish the Summit on Saribung Peak. Starting from the High Camp where the ridges are well defined and it shows the closing snow slope which seems quite vertical and added technical to get to the summit. With proper guidance the rope will be fixed and accomplish the summit of the Saribung peak. Then, celebrating the victory you will return to the Base camp. Stay overnight in a tented camp.

Day 18 :

Trek to Phu Gaun (4,080m)

On the following day the trek will be extended to one of the inaccessible villages of Annapurna Region Phu. The frozen village in "NARPHU VALLEY", Phu has the best of ancient culture. You will have the pleasure of staying at the Phu, walking around the old culture of the roaming tribe of the region. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 19 :

Trek to Nar Gaun (4,110m)

On the following day you will depart from Phu Gaon and then head towards Nar Gaun, which is positioned at 4,110 meter and even these days you will stroll and get to see lots of amazing things which will make you delighted. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 20 :

From Nar Gaun Trek to Meta (3,560m)

On the following day concluding half part of the trek designs all through the verdant vegetation of Annapurna Conservation Area Project all along the classic trails of beautiful Round Annapurna and the trek concludes at Meta situated at 3,560 meter. You will enjoy 6 hours of amazing stroll. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 21 :

From Meta Trek to Koto (2,600m)

On the following day you will move downward where you need to trek into the dense rhododendron woodlands as well. At the conclusion of this day's trek, you will turn up at an ethnically prosperous village called Koto. You will explore in the region of cultural hamlets. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 22 :

From Koto Trek to Dharapani (1,860m)

Taking downward movement from Koto you will move to the lustful forest and river. For another time taking upward movement where you can outlook the Annapurna mountain ranges. Crossing the suspension bridge and enjoying the waterfalls and cliffs finally you will arrive in Dharapani which is positioned at the altitude of 1,860 meter. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 23 :

From Dharapani Trek to Jagat (1,300m)

On the following after departing from the Dharapani you will proceed to Jagat which is situated at an elevation of 1,300 meter. You will get immense time to spend with nature as Jagat is a beautiful place to spend peacefully. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 24 :

From Jagat Trek to Bhulbhule (8,40m)

On the following day you will wake up without any hurry and then enjoy breakfast. Then, you will take a vehicle that will take you to Bhulbhule. It is the destination from where you will return to Kathmandu so you must be excited that the trip is going to end or at the same time you will miss the journey into the land of Himalayas. Stay overnight in the lodge.

Day 25 :

Bhulbhule-Kathmandu 7-8 hrs Drive Hotel

On the following day you will all set to drive to Kathmandu from Bhulbhule. Here, enjoying the main entrance to pass the Annapurna Region you will drive to Kathmandu with enjoying the sceneries and lifestyles of people on the way to your destinations. You will drive back to the hotel where you will take sound rest. Stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 26 :

Departure——(Airport Drop)TIA

As international per flight schedule, Our representative will drop you at the International Airport as per your flight schedule. Meals: Breakfast.

Travel Gear

Shoes

Almost all climbers use Italian OneSport shoes today. The One Sport company has been aquired by Millet – boots still looks the same but the brand tag is different.

Get them oversized (1-2 sizes). This is not your average weekend climbing trip and you need something where your toes have space to move freely, or you’ll get frostbite by rush delivery.

HotTronics make great heating pads and wires that can be used in your boots on your summit attempt. Michael Strynoe rebuilt the battery packs to give more power at a lower weight using AA Lithium batteries.

Crampons

Camp makes the ultralight titanium crampons. They are light, but considered not durable. We took our chances with them and they never broke on us.

Bring spares and carry one spare at the summit attempt. Secure them to the boots with steel wire if they keep falling of. There are however many brands of crampons around. Choose your favorites, remember only that ice climbing crampons differ from glacier crampons.

Clothes

You will need multi-layer clothing for climbing between BC and C3. The temperature changes dramatically when the clouds obscure the sun.

One or two layers of lightweight Gore-Tex over fleece will work well, since the layers will be easy to shed or add. Carry a lightweight down jacket at all times. Use a cap to protect your head in the sun. Wear water-resistant gloves in the icefall and a good pair of down mittens higher up. Carry a spare mitten on your summit attempt.

Use a heavy down suit for the summit. We wear it already from C2 on the summit attempt in order to save weight. If you choose to do that, move early in the morning or you’ll boil.

We have used down suites from both Mountain Hardware and North Face and they all worked equally well. Check that the hood will work together with the oxygen mask, covering your face properly. If possible, bring a spare down suit for cold nights in BC. Bring plenty of lightweight socks to change.

Face mask

Use a heat-exchanging, wired face mask for protection against Khumbu- cough. Use the mask already from Gorak Shep. You’ll get used to it and be protected right from the start. You should find the mask in stores for cross-country skiing. If you don’t, check the gear link list on this web site. The Finnish manufacturer is listed there.

Harness

North Face makes a great no-nonsense harness. Remove the stuff that you don’t need. Tie about half a meter of line with a carabiner for the fixed ropes. Forget screw carabiners, you want them big and simple at Everest. Make a knot halfway up the rope and hook up a jumar with another carabiner. Secure the jumar in the front to your backpack straps or at chest level when not in use, this being the easiest way to get hold of it. Use a repelling device or just a carabiner if you know the technique.