Churen Himal Expedition

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“Walking the trails of Churen is like speaking with the soul of the mountains. ”

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Brief Information about Churen Himal Expedition

Churen Himal Expedition (7371m, 24,183ft)
Standing at 7371m (24,183 ft), the Churen Himal Expedition is an exciting challenge. Churen is less crowded compared to other destinations like Langtang, Annapurna, and Everest. It is located to the north of Beni and to the west of Mount Dhaulagiri I. The Churen Himal range comprises three summits: Churen West (7,371 m / 24,183 ft), Churen Central (7,375 m / 24,196 ft), and Churen North (7,371 m / 24,183 ft). Often referred to as a lesser-known treasure of Nepal, this route offers stunning panoramas, diverse terrain, and rich wildlife habitats as it traverses the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve, which spans an area of 1,325 square kilometers. You will learn about different hidden communities, different cultures and heritages, and rugged trails through Magar villages. On the way, you will see Giant Dhaulagiri Peak, Annapurna, as well as Gurja Himal.Churen is among the seventh series of mountains in the Dhaulagiri Range.

Climbing History of Churen Himal

The Nepalese government and Ministry of Tourism temporarily suspended peak climbing at that time for various reasons. After the ban was lifted, the first successful ascent of Churen Himal was achieved in 1970 by an expedition from the Academic Alpine Club of Shizuoka. Several earlier attempts to reach the summit had been undertaken before this historic climb. By establishing base camp at 4,800 meters, the Japanese team led by Mr. K. Fukui, K. Hasegawa, Mr. Ryozo Yamamoto, and the team ascended via the southeast ridge. On October 24, they reached the west peak and the central peak on October 28. Their successful climb set a new standard for future expeditions in Churen Himal.

Route and Camp Details of Churen Himal Expedition

This expedition route is for those who love to explore beautiful nature and wild valleys. Climbers should consider April, May, October, and November the best months, based on trail conditions and weather forecasts. The route goes from Kathmandu–Pokhara–Darbang by tourist bus and jeep. Trekking begins after reaching Darbang. It takes around 9–10 days to reach the Churen Himal South Base Camp via Dharpatan, Takum, Lumsung, Gurja, Darsing Kharka and Burjung Kharka. From beginning to end, the expedition will take up to 40 days while climbing period will be about 20 days.

The base camp is at 4,800m/15,748ft, which is in a remote glacial valley, surrounded by rocky ridges and icefalls.
Satori Adventures will fix three high camps:
Camp I (5,700m / 17,700ft): You'll camp on snow or ice, and to climb the mountain, you'll have to walk across icy ground and carefully avoid or cross deep cracks in the ice.
Camp II (6,200m / 20,341ft): This camp is just below the final ridge to the top, and getting there involves climbing up steeper, icy, and snowy terrain that requires technical skills and gear.
Camp III (6,700m / 21,981ft): This is the final staging point before the summit. Your ultimate summit attempt will depend on weather conditions and your level of acclimatization.

After a long, technical climb with sections of rock, mixed snow, and ice, you will reach the summit. This day marks your final push to the summit.

Why climb with Satori Adventures in Churen Himal?

Choosing the right expedition company can make the difference in reaching the summit. Satori Adventures is dedicated to providing a top-tier and secure mountain experience. It has remained a leader in ensuring reliable and cutting-edge communication systems for expedition teams.

Satori Adventures prioritizes a comfortable and well-equipped base camp environment, offering high-quality meals and comprehensive support services. We maintain a superior Sherpa-to-client and guide-to-client ratio compared to other operators, ensuring greater help and backup during summit pushes. This enhanced level of support translates into increased safety and a higher probability of reaching the summit. Our expeditions always feature a 1:1 ratio between each climber and their dedicated Sherpa or guide.

- Optimally sized climbing teams
- Highly Qualified Sherpas/Team Leaders
- Advanced Communication Modes
- Proper Base Camp Facilities
- Maximum Summit Success Rate

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Facts of the Trip

First Ascent: Japanese Nihon University expedition, October 24, 1970

Meals: B/B plan in Kathmandu & B,L,D in during Driving and climbing period

Highest access: 7371m (24,183ft)

Duration: 37 Days

Group Size: 02-10 people

Co-ordinates: 28°44′06″N 83°12′58″E

Location: Dhaulagiri Himal

Country: Nepal

Airport: Kathmandu

Grade: AD/Scottish Grade III

Accommodation: Three star to five stars as request

Transportation: Car, Flight, Tourist bus

Best season: Late spring (traditionally less hazardous) and autumn

Major Activity: Trekking/Mountaineering

Culture: Gurung, Thakali, Magar

Mode of Travel: Tea House/ Camping

Climbing route: South & Southeast Ridge

Himalayan sights: Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Putha Hunchuli

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Itinerary Details
Full Board Service
BC Service
Price
Climbing Info.
FAQs
Fixed Departure

Brief Itinerary of Churen Himal Expedition

05 Apr Day 01:

Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1350m/4,429ft). Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

06 Apr Day 02:

Preparation, briefings, last minute shopping and permit formalities.

07 Apr Day 03:

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (950m/3,116ft) 6hrs.Lodge accommodation.

08 Apr Day 04:

Drive from Pokhara to Darbang (1110m/3,641ft) 5 hrs. Lodge accommodation.

09Apr Day 05:

Trek from Darbang to Takum via Dharapani village (1670m/5,479ft.) 5 hrs. Camping accommodation.

10 Apr Day 06:

Trek from Takum to Lumsang village (2120m/6,955ft.)6 hrs. Camping accommodation.

11 Apr Day 07:

Trek from Lumsang to Gurja Village (2620m/8,595ft.) 7 hrs.Camping accommodation.

12 Apr Day 08:

Trek Gurja village to Darsinge Khark (3600m/11,811ft) 6 hrs.Camping accommodation.

13 Apr Day 09:

Trek from Darsinge Khark to Burjunga Khark (3415m/11,204ft.)5 hrs.Camping accommodation.

14 Apr Day 10:

Trek from Burjunga Kharka to Churen Himal BC (4600m/15,091ft.) 3 hrs.Camping accommodation.

15 Apr-03 May Day 11-29:

Climbing Period Churen Himal. (7371m/24,183ft)

04 May Day 30:

Clean up base camp and trek from Churen BC to Burjunga Khark (3415m/11,204ft.)5 hrs.Camping accommodation.

05 May Day 31:

Trek from Burjunga Khark- Gurja Village (2620m/8,595ft) 6 hrs.Camping accommodation.

06 May Day 32:

Trek from Gurjagoan village to Lulang village (2200m/7,218ft.) 5 hrs. Camping accommodation.

07 May Day 33:

Trek from Lulang to Dharapani to Darbang (1670m/5,479ft.) 5 hrs. Tea house accommodation.

08 May Day 34:

Drive from Darbang to Pokhara via Beni overnight at hotel accommodation.

09 May Day 35:

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1350m/4,429ft) 6 hrs. Transportation provided by tourist mini bus. Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu.

10 May Day 36:

Free and rest day at Kathmandu. Farewell celebration dinner with cultural program in the evening.

11May Day 37:

Transfer to Kathmandu airport for final departure.

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The services we provide in the Churen Himal Expedition (Cost Includes)

To ensure your safety and avoid the natural panic of people entering a new destination for the first time, Satori Adventures provides pick-up and drop services from international and domestic airports on your arrivals and departures.
Representatives of Satori Adventures will be waiting for you on arrival at both domestic and international airports with a Satori banner with your placard so that you can easily find our person. Satori's identity card will accompany the person for your confirmation.
According to the above Churen Himal Expedition climbing schedule, Satori Adventures will arrange four nights demanded category (from tourist star to five-star) of hotel accommodations in Kathmandu.
Satori Adventures will provide experienced, and government authorized (licensed holder) high altitude trekking/ climbing Sherpa guide (Expedition leader) during the trekking and climbing.
Surface transportation will only be included during the trekking and major city for members as per the scheduled itinerary.
According to the schedule program, Satori Adventures arranged regular flight tickets from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu for climbing members and climbing Sherpa guides.
Satori Adventures will provide you with a lovely tea house accommodation (except chain hotels) to stay in and eat during the trekking trails.
Lunch in the trekking is usually made on the way, while dinner and breakfast are made at the tea house where you stay overnight. Satori Adventures provides a clean and fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/ coffee at the tea house's menu throughout the trek and camping accommodation at the advance base camp and Camp-02 during the ascent of Churen Himal.
Satori Adventures will arrange all food and fuel for base camp and higher camps during the Churen Himal expedition for both members and expedition crews.
Satori Adventures provide EPI Cooking gas, and the stove will be provided in camps one, three, and south col for cooking food, tea, coffee, boiling water, and heating nutrition high altitude package food.
Satori Adventures will provide all the essentials for trekking, Churen Himal climbing, rowing, and camping at the advanced base camp.
Climbing Mt. Churen himal duration takes more than other 7000m and brings an extended stay at the Advance base camp. Items like kitchen tents, stores tent, dining tents, toilet tents, tables, chairs, and cooking utensils are high quality and branded, where we will try to provide more convenience.
During the ascent of Mount Churen Himal Satori Adventures will provide a chef cook, cook assistant, helper, and base camp manager at the advanced base camp to take care of your food, drinks, and other necessary services your good and comfort.
Satori Adventures allow up to 60kg of personal climbing equipment per person during the flight onboard and during trekking in Churen Himal expedition carried by porter/ yak/ mules.
The offer cost includes Mount Churen Himal regular route climbing royalty and the Nepal Government's climbing permit. (Permit issued by Department of Tourism)
As Mount Churen Himal Peak is located at Annapurna Conservation territory, Satori adventures provide you a permit for Annapurna conservation Permit.
The Trekkers' Information Management Systems permit issued by the trekking agency association of Nepal is required to enter the area of Annapurna Consversation and so Satori Adventures provides you a TIMS permit too.
The right weather is a crucial factor in a safe and successful ascent. As far as possible, we will provide a regular upcoming day's weather forecast from the Kathmandu office for the Putha Hiunchuli climb duration.
Satori Adventures provides all wages, clinical, equipment, and accidental insurance for all elaborate staff in the journey and climbing.
We provide first aid medical kits for the group and the staff, taking care of your climbing and health safety.
Trekking and mountaineering are often inaccessible and far from information, communication, and transportation in the Himalayas, so information and communication are significant for safety and a successful trip. That's why Satori Adventures provides satellite phones, walkie-talkies (radio set) with the expedition team leader, and your climbing Sherpa guide. Satellite phones available for members at the cost of US$ 3 per minute call.
Satori Adventures provides V25 north face two main model tents with comfortable mattresses at the advanced base camps, and above the advance camp, two members have one tent. (In advance base camp 1:1 tent and above base camp 2:1 tent as per safety.)
Satori Adventures offers dynamic/static rope, ice screws, snow bar, and rock piton locked unlocked karabiners to open the route and for safe and successful climbing.
Satori Adventures arrange a generator for back- up lighting power and charge electronic tools if solar panels are not enough for light and charge the battery.
Satori Adventures arrange transportation, service of food, all needed expedition, content supply to Base Camp from Kathmandu and return to Kathmandu.
Satori Adventures will try to make the base camp as convenient as possible. We will provide you a heater at the base camp for heating the dining room during cold temperatures (mostly required for evening and morning).
Health is a prime concern during your climbing expedition. This is why Satori Adventures include emergency oxygen, mask, and regulator provided to guest and expedition staff requirements.
Till the date, there's no available alternative to electricity or lighting at the Churen Himal , so that Satori Adventures provides solar panels or generators for lighting, battery, and mobile charging at the base camp.
Satori Adventures include Icefall charges ,Summit rope cost charged by Expedition Operators Association, and Himalayan Rescue Association medical insurance charged in the package cost.
For the climbing proposal of acclimatization and summit target, Satori Adventures included all tents for camps 1, 2, 3, and 4 for members and staff.
During your climbing expedition, Satori Adventures offer you clean, nutritious, and fresh food at the advanced base camp and camp two in Churen Himal. We provide you nutrition, high altitude package food, and essential EPI cooking gas and stoves to boiled water, tea, coffee, and warm pocket food above the advanced base camp.
Satori Adventures provides all food and fuel for both members and crews at advanced base camps and higher camps during the Churen Himal expedition.
We offer each climber One Experienced, Trained, Government Licensed, and 03 Times Everest Summiteers Climbing / Expedition Guide (Sherpa) per client with the idea of making your ascent safe and successful. There will also be one experience and professional Leader, Sherpa, for each expedition group.
The package cost includes all wages, equipment allowance, and the load carries bonus for involved staff in trekking and climbing expedition.
The package cost includes all wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurances for the liaison officer.
Satori Adventure always has concerned and top priority about our trekking guides, climbing Sherpa guides, cooks, porters, and involved staff safety during the period of trekking and high mountain climbing. For this reason, we always do medical insurance, helicopter evacuation insurance, and treatment insurance for all involved staff with a reputed insurance company.
As Mount Churen Himal ascent is long, the stay at Camp two is more extended due to acclimatization. We also take care of our climbers in Camp two and arrange kitchen dining arrangements to supply freshly cooked food.
For your convenience, we always provide maps of related trekking and trekking peak climbing.
During the climbing period of summit target, Satori Adventuresprovide Emergency oxygen mask and regulator provided upon request of client with requirement appropriate charge.
As adequate quality oxygen, masks and regulators are crucial during Everest climbing. We provide masks and regulators from the latest model of summit or top out brands.
Before your departure, as a memory, Satori Adventures would like to handover Satori T-shirt/ Pashmina and Brochure.
If you need any assistance with departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation, Visa extension procedure services, Satori Adventures fully support you without any charges.
The above offer price includes our official service charges, government charges, and all taxes and vat. Except for the above amount, there are not any hidden costs charged by us.
We want to offer you to have dinner with us before you departed from Kathmandu. It will be an opportunity for you to see and learn about Nepali culture and tradition.

Things you need to manage yourself in Churen Himal Expedition (Cost Exclude)

Kathmandu is Nepal's capital, and since this place offers high quality and delicious food from different countries and groups, we were hoping you could taste the food you like. For that reason, during your stay in Kathmandu, you will have to arrange lunch and dinner (except farewell dinner) by yourself.
Suppose you want to take any packed food, snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, and carbonated soft drinks, any types of alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, and nutria-bars during the trek. In that case, you have to buy it yourself as a customer often requires these items during the trekking. There's no guess on how much and will take by the client and its cost.
Expenses are incurred towards personal nature trekking, climbing equipment, laundry expenses, tips, landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies, satellite phones, and the internet service is not included in the package. You have to pay for it yourself when you use it.
Personal climbing equipment is one of the significant factors for your safe and successful climbing. So you have to arrange all your personal climbing equipment brand and quality on your own.
Mountaineering is, in itself, a risky and adventurous activity that always takes place in remote areas. So, safety is the primary factor for us. Therefore, you have to arrange your travel insurance covering the cost of emergency rescue, medical treatment, medical tests, and hospitalization before you arrive for the trip to Nepal.
The package cost offered above does not include your international flight ticket and Nepal's tourist visa so that you have to pay for your international flight ticket and tourist visa by yourself.
Any extra expenses arising out of various/ unforeseen situations like natural disasters, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in government regulations costs are not included in the package cost.
Additional costs if needed extra workers, than what we have included in the package.
As per the Mountaineering Association and Department of Tourism rules, after the successful summit, the climbing member has to pay a summit bonus for climbing Sherpa Guides US$ 700.00 minimum to be paid before departure from Kathmandu.
Our involved expedition staff (chef cook, cook, cook assistance, base camp manager) are hoping for tips, gifts, or something at the end of the trip, which is an opportunity to say how happy you are with our staff and thank you for the kind of service you have rendered. Normally US$ 150.00 per person collected by the team leader and divide to all involved base camp staff except climbing Sherpa guide.
The short sentence, "All the services not mentioned in the above package (cost includes parts) are excluded," It will cost extra if you want additional services.