Nepal 🇳🇵 – Himlung Himal (7,126m)
October 9 - November 5
Himlung Himal – Hidden Gem of the Himalayas
Himalayas – home to the majestic Himlung Himal (7,126m).
START DATE: 10.10.2025 – Kathmandu, Nepal
END DATE: 05.11.2025 – Kathmandu, Nepal
EXPEDITION DESCRIPTION
Himlung Himal (7,126m) lies in the Manaslu and Annapurna region, near the Tibetan border in remote Nepal. First summited by a Japanese team in 1992, this technically moderate peak presents challenges primarily through extreme cold. The area remained closed to visitors until 1992 when the Nepalese government opened the region. Our expedition follows the Annapurna Circuit trek route to Koto, then continues to Nar-Phu village. The trek to Base Camp passes Himalayan peaks, glaciers, high passes, remote villages, forests, springs, Gompas, and unique cultural settlements.
This untouched region sees few mountaineers – a land where time stands still, featuring wild, breathtaking landscapes with fascinating people, rushing rivers, and pristine forests.
Our Base Camp at 4,850m sits on grassy terrain. While Climbing Sherpas establish higher camps, members acclimatize through ascent-descent rotations. Three high camps will be set: Camp 1 (5,450m), Camp 2 (6,150m), and Camp 3 (6,375m). The final summit push involves climbing frozen snow. After summiting, we descend to Camp 3, then return to Base Camp the following day.
EXPEDITION ITINERARY
Day 01: KATHMANDU: Arrival at Kathmandu airport, transfer to hotel.
Day 02: KATHMANDU: Rest day, equipment preparation and briefing.
Day 03: KATHMANDU – BESISAHAR: Drive to Besisahar, overnight.
Day 04: BESISAHAR – KOTO: Drive to Koto (2,600m), overnight.
Day 05: KOTO – META: Trek from Koto to Meta (3,200m), overnight.
Day 06: META – PHU VILLAGE: Trek from Meta to Phu Gaon (4,400m), overnight.
Day 07: PHU VILLAGE: Acclimatization day, overnight.
Day 08: PHU VILLAGE – HIMLUNG BASE CAMP: Trek to Himlung BC (4,850m), camp setup.
Days 09-21: HIMLUNG HIMAL ASCENT: Climbing period to summit Himlung Himal (7,126m).
Day 22: BASE CAMP: Packing and preparation for return, overnight.
Day 23: BASE CAMP – PHU VILLAGE: Return to Phu Gaon, overnight.
Day 24: PHU VILLAGE – META: Trek to Meta, overnight.
Day 25: META – KOTO: Trek to Koto, overnight.
Day 26: KOTO – BESISAHAR – KATHMANDU: Drive via Besisahar to Kathmandu, hotel transfer.
Day 27: KATHMANDU: Free day, farewell celebration dinner.
Day 28: KATHMANDU: Arrival at the airport.
EXPEDITION COSTS
Total expedition cost: 5,350 EUR
Package includes:
- All airport-hotel-airport transfers in Kathmandu
- 3* hotel in Kathmandu (2+2 nights with breakfast)
- Private transfers Kathmandu-Besisahar-Koto-Kathmandu
- Teahouse accommodation in Himalayas (three daily meals)
- Trekking permit & Annapurna region permit with TIMS card
- Himlung Himal climbing permit
- Trekking guide to BC & porters for equipment (max 40kg)
- Tent accommodation at base camp and high camps
- Expedition equipment (tents, sleeping pads, stoves, cookware, ropes, ice screws…)
- All meals at BC, C1, C2 and C3 with unlimited tea/coffee/hot chocolate/water at BC
- High-altitude porters for tents, stoves, gas, and route equipment
- Liaison officer from Nepalese government at BC
- Search and rescue insurance for local staff (Sherpas/BC team)
- 1 experienced climbing Sherpa per 2 team members for summit push
- First aid kits with emergency oxygen
- Individual tents at Advance Base Camp for members
- Solar panels/generator for lighting and charging at ABC
- UIAA certified mountain guide for ascent
- Celebration dinner & summit certificates
Package excludes:
- Nepal visa / 50 USD
- 6,000m+ peak climbing insurance
- Tips for porters and guides
- Extra nights in Kathmandu & lunches/dinners in Kathmandu
- Items not listed in “Package includes”
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
- Backpack (~50L) and waterproof duffel bag (90-120L)
- Sleeping bag (-20°C comfort rating) and inflatable sleeping pad
- Trekking pants x 2
- Gore-tex jacket and pants
- Down jacket and down pants
- Mountaineering boots (trekking + climbing)
- Socks (thermal + regular)
- Cotton t-shirts x 5
- Base layers x 2
- Wool/fleece hat
- Sun hat
- Fleece jacket x 2
- Gloves (fleece + down)
- Towel and toiletries
- Sunglasses + sunscreen (SPF 50)
- Crampons and ice axe
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Water bottles x 2 and thermoses x 2
- Climbing helmet
- Climbing harness, descender, ascender, 3 prusik cords (6mm x 3m), 3 carabiners
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Applicants must have summited at least one 6,000m peak using crampons/ice axe, or two 4,000m peaks. Physically capable of hiking 15-20km with 1,000m elevation gain, with regular aerobic training (running, cycling etc.). Winter climbing experience with crampons/ice axe, fixed rope techniques, and abseiling skills required, plus multi-day winter mountain survival ability. Applicants must submit climbing resume, insurance and passport scan.
Participation prerequisites:
- Successful ascent of a 6,000m+ peak or two 4,000m+ peaks.
- Medical check-up and sports medicine test
- Winter high-altitude survival skills
Registration deadline:
- Applications accepted no later than 90 days before departure.
Payment terms:
- 10% of total upon registration
- 40% of total 60 days before departure
- 50% of total 30 days before departure
Cancellation policy (by participant):
- Cancellation ≥60 days before departure – 100% refund.
- Cancellation 30-59 days before departure – 50% refund.
- Cancellation ≤29 days before departure – no refund.
Cancellation by organizer:
If canceled due to insufficient participants, notice will be given 45 days prior. Full refund.
CONTACT
For inquiries and registration: info@extremesummitteam.com