EXPEDITION

Classic 7000m expedition in the northern Annapurna region being the world’s most sought after 7000er and fantastic warm-up for 8000-meter peaks .

Trip Grade

Strenuous

Duration

26 Days

Daily Activity

4-7 hours

Country

Nepal

Season

Spring/Fall

Group Size

2-12 Pax

Max Altitude

7,126M

Transportation

Private Vechile

ACCOMMODATION

Tea house /Tents

Trip Type

Expedition

OVERVIEW


Nestled between the two eight-thousanders, Annapurna and Manaslu, and directly on the Nepalese border, is where Himlung Himal can be found. Located in the Peri Himal ranges between Mt. Manaslu and Annapurna ranges Himlung  Expedition is one of the recently opened peaks for climbing. Himlung Himal Expedition takes you through remote villages of Nepal and Tibet border by passing through two interesting Northern Nepalese villages of Nar and Phu. The area is remote and untouched as very few tourists have explored this region.

It is one of the less technical peak, which makes it a popular choice for a 7000 m expeditions. Himlung Himal holds the distinction of being the world’s most sought after 7000er because of its high success rate and as a fantastic warm up for peak for 8000-meter .This expedition also offers mysterious culture and panoramic mountain views of Nandadevi, Rajramba, Api Himal, Kappa Chuli Peak and many more. Besides the high altitude mountaineering the regions ancient architecture, ancient custom, culture, and biological diversity is sure to amaze anyone. Book with Adventure Sherpa Tracks for your next Expedition for adventure for a lifetime experience .

Himlung Himal Expedition

Trip Highlight

  • Offers mysterious culture and panoramic mountain views
  • Relatively a virgin peak – just a couple of attempts
  • Experience Tibetan and Nepali cultures
  • A fantastic acclimatization trekking in the unexplored area of the Annapurna region
  • stunning views on the Tibetan Plateau
  • Guided sightseeing of the UNESCO world Heritage sites in Kathmandu
  • An un-crowded mountaineering experience above 7000 meters
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ITINERARY


  • DAY
    1

    Arrive Kathmandu (1330 m/ 4,634 ft) and transfer to hotel

  • DAY
    2

    Casual day sightseeing and trip preparation In Kathmandu

  • DAY
    3

    Dive from Kathmandu to Besisahar (760 m) - private vehicle

  • DAY
    4

    Drive from Besisahar to Koto by Jeep (2600m)

  • DAY
    5

    Trek from Koto to Meta (3560 m) 4-6 ours

  • DAY
    6

    Trek from Meta to Kyang (3840 m) 4-5 hrs

  • DAY
    7

    Trek from Kyang to Phu Gaun (3900m) 4-6 hrs

  • DAY
    8

    Acclimatization Day in Phu Gaun.

  • DAY
    9

    Trek fro Phu Gaun to Himlung Base Camp (4900 m) 3-4 hrs

  • DAY
    10- 21

    Acclimatization and Climbing Period-Base Camp to Himlung Summit (7126 m) and back to Base Camp

  • DAY
    22

    Trek from Base Camp to Phu Gaun (

  • DAY
    23

    Trek from Phu Gaun to Meta (3560 m)

  • DAY
    24

    Trek from Meta to Koto (2600 m)

  • DAY
    25

    Drive from Koto to Besisahar by Jeep (760m)

  • DAY
    26

    Drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu by private Vehicle.

  • DAY
    27

    Transfer to airport for international flight

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INCLUDES


  • Arrival and Departure: Airport - Hotel transfers - Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
  • Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu: 3 nights hotel accommodation at (4-5 star category in Kathmandu ) on bed & breakfast Plan- on Twin Sharing basis
  • Climbing Sherpa: 2 high altitude Climbing
  • High camp service: Essential cooking gas, cooking utensils, High Altitude Sherpa, High altitude Tent, high food and fixing gear
  • Communication: Communication devices like Satellite Phones & Willkie-Talkie in case of emergency.
  • Base Camp Equipment: Base camp foam mattresses, dining/Kitchen/Toilet/ Tables & chairs and all necessary cooking gears.
  • High Tent: Necessary VE25 High Tent for Members and High-Altitude Sherpa.
  • Arrival and Departure: Airport - Hotel transfers - Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
  • Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu: 3 nights hotel accommodation at (4-5 star category in Kathmandu ) on bed & breakfast Plan- on Twin Sharing basis
  • Transportation: All required Transportation for all Staffs and Members as per itinerary
  • Peak climbing permit, Royalty and restricted permit
  • Garbage Management: Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit fees.
  • Insurance: Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.
  • Food & Lodging: 3 meals a day while on the trek and at base camp (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea, and coffee and hot water.) for members and staff.
  • Porter: Porter per member during the trip.
  • Member Luggage: 30 Kg per member as personal baggage
  • Base Camp Staff: Experienced and well-trained Base camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required.
  • Base Camp Tent: All camping facilities at the base camp
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EXCLUDES


  • International airfares
  • Personal Trekking and climbing Equipments
  • Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and in Pokhara
  • Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
  • Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects
  • Tips & Gratuities to porters and guides and other extra activities.
  • Any other item not listed in the "Price Includes" section
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AVAILABLE DATES


Trip Start: 2025-05-01

Trip End: 2025-05-26

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Trip Start: 2025-10-11

Trip End: 2025-11-08

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    GEARS AND EQUIPMENT


    The  main emphasis while on the adventure is on keeping warm and dry while still being lightweight. You should bring a rucksack or backpack for the gear required during the day. Your pack should contain items such as warm clothes, a jacket, a camera, water bottles, a personal first aid kit, and snacks. The weight limit is 5kg. A porter will carry the rest of your personal equipment packed in a duffel or kit bag. The weight limit for your duffel bag is 15 kg however it is different in the case of peak climbing and expedition.

    Ama Dablam requires various types of gear both technical and non-technical. It might be confusing what to or not to bring along on your expedition. So, we have made this Ama Dablam Equipment list to make your task easier.

    Gear List

       Climbing Gear

    • Ice Axe
    • 12-point Crampons
    • Climbing Harness
    • Climbing Helmet
    • Climbing Backpack: 70L
    • Sleeping Bag rated to -20°F

            Hardware

    • 3 locking carabiners
    • 4 lightweight regular carabiners — it is helpful if at least one of the locking carabiners has a “key gate”, like the Petzl Attache.
    • Ascender with handle
    • Petzl Tibloc
    • 2 sewn 48″ nylon slings
    • 10′ of 8mm perlon cord
    • 1 small 5mm prusik loop
    • Black Diamond ATC Guide is good since it can handle ropes from 7.7mm to 11mm
    • Figure 8

    Camp Accessories

    • Headlamp with extra batteries
    • Water Bottles X 2
    • Water Bottle Insulators
    • Water Treatment: Iodine tablets (Potable Aqua or similar) or iodine crystals (Polar Pure) or Steripen with extra batteries
    • Insulated Cup, Bowl, Spoon
    • Lighter

    Footwear

    • Double Climbing Boots with expedition liners or Triple boots
    • Overboots
    • Approach boots
    • Gaiters and Yaktrax or Kahtoola Microspike
    • Socks: Four sets of climbing socks

    Clothing

    • Insulated Parka: 800 Fill Down
    • Insulated Pants: Down or Synthetic Pants with full length zippers are required for this climb
    • Down Suit: You may elect to wear a down suit on summit day instead of Down or Synthetic pants
    • Shell Jacket
    • Gore-Tex Pants
    • Mid Layers
    • Climbing PantsBase Layers: 2 synthetic tops and 1 bottom

    Outerwear Accessories

    • Mittens: 8000-meter mittens
    • Expedition Weight Gloves
    • Light Gloves
    • Leather gloves or good abrasion resistant climbing glove for the rock sections
    • Winter Beanie
    • Neck Gaiter and/or a Buff
    • Baseball hat and Bandana
    • Sleeping Pad or Thermarest

          Personal Accessories

    • Eyewear: Glacier glasses with side protection.
    • Goggles x 2: One Dark Pair and one pair clear or yellow/orange tinted
    • Vision correction
    • Wrist Watch
    • Basic First Aid
    • Prescription Medications:
    • Two regimens of antibiotics for respiratory and GI problems (azithromycin / “Z-Pak”)
    • Diamox (acetazolamide) for acclimatization (125mg tabs recommended, enough for a week)
    • Sleeping pills for jet lag
    • Malaria Chemoprophylaxis, if needed based on travel plans
    • Asthma medication, if any history (many climbers use Advair inhalers at high altitude to prevent Khumbu cough)
    • nifedipine (for pulmonary edema)
    • dexamethasone (for cerebral edema)
    • Sunblock-at least #30 protection factor
    • Garbage Bags: 2 or 3 large plastic bags make great liners for your pack in wet weather.
    • Personal Snack Food-not more than 5 pounds
    • iPhone and Kindle
    • Pee Bottle
    • Chemical Hand Warmers x 6

               Travel Items

    • Duffel Bags x 2
    • Daypack
    • Travel Wallet
    • Passport
    • Camera
    • Casual Clothes
    • Bathing Suit

           Trekking Gear

    • Trekking Poles
    • Backpack
    • Pack Cover
    • 5 large plastic garbage bags to pack gear inside duffels to protect gear from rain
    • Trekking Clothes
    • Lightweight Approach Boots

     

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    FAQ


    • 1

      When is the best time to climb Himlung Himal?

      Himlung Himal is best suited to climb during the mid-spring season around mid-April to May or during the early autumn season; just towards the end of the monsoon season. End of August to the end of October. Note - Himlung is one of the remote climbing peaks with very few teams attempting the climb every year. You can be certain there won’t be many climbers or traffic during your expedition.

    • 2

      What experience do climbers need to climb Himlung Himal?

      Experiences - It is essential for climbers to have previous high-altitude alpine/mountaineering experience (at or above 3000 meters) in order to successfully climb Himlung or other 7000-meter peaks. While this experience does not necessarily need to be in Nepal, it is important for climbers to be comfortable using crampons on snow, ice, and steep surfaces, proficient in using fixed ropes to climb steep and exposed sections, and familiar with the use of climbing gear and basic rope techniques such as tying safety knots and abseiling. Mental toughness and the ability to withstand cold and windy conditions are also crucial for climbers attempting Himlung or other major expeditions in Nepal. The use of jumars and rappelling/abseiling skills will be necessary for descending the mountain, and it is important for climbers to have the strength and endurance to sustain these activities for an extended period of time.

    • 3

      What training is required for Himlung Himal?

      Himlung Himal is a great mountain for anyone looking to tackle their first 7000-meter peak or a semi-technical, high-altitude expedition. It is known to be one of the easier and safer 7000-meter mountains, with a high success rate. However, it is important to note that no mountain peak is easy to climb and we do require interested climbers to have previous high-altitude experience (at or above 3000 meters) in order to participate. If you are seeking a challenging yet achievable climbing adventure, Himlung Himal may be the perfect mountain for you.

    • 4

      How hard is Himlung Himal climbing expedition?

      Himlung Himal is graded at PD+ - AD/4 in difficulty

    • 5

      When is the best time to climb Himlung Himal?

      Himlung Himal is best suited to climb during the mid-spring season around mid-April to May or during the early autumn season; just towards the end of the monsoon season. End of August to the end of October. Note - Himlung is one of the remote climbing peaks with very few teams attempting the climb every year. You can be certain there won’t be many climbers or traffic during your expedition.

    • 6

      What experience do climbers need to climb Himlung Himal?

      Experiences - It is essential for climbers to have previous high-altitude alpine/mountaineering experience (at or above 3000 meters) in order to successfully climb Himlung or other 7000-meter peaks. While this experience does not necessarily need to be in Nepal, it is important for climbers to be comfortable using crampons on snow, ice, and steep surfaces, proficient in using fixed ropes to climb steep and exposed sections, and familiar with the use of climbing gear and basic rope techniques such as tying safety knots and abseiling. Mental toughness and the ability to withstand cold and windy conditions are also crucial for climbers attempting Himlung or other major expeditions in Nepal. The use of jumars and rappelling/abseiling skills will be necessary for descending the mountain, and it is important for climbers to have the strength and endurance to sustain these activities for an extended period of time.

    • 7

      What training is required for Himlung Himal?

      Himlung Himal is a great mountain for anyone looking to tackle their first 7000-meter peak or a semi-technical, high-altitude expedition. It is known to be one of the easier and safer 7000-meter mountains, with a high success rate. However, it is important to note that no mountain peak is easy to climb and we do require interested climbers to have previous high-altitude experience (at or above 3000 meters) in order to participate. If you are seeking a challenging yet achievable climbing adventure, Himlung Himal may be the perfect mountain for you.

    • 8

      How hard is Himlung Himal climbing expedition?

      Himlung Himal is graded at PD+ - AD/4 in difficulty. It is imperative that climbers are in top physical condition before embarking on the Himlung Himal expedition. The climb will be physically and mentally demanding, with a total of 15 days of alpine climbing. Proper acclimatization, hydration, and nutrition are key to coping with the altitude and breathing challenges. The real alpine challenge begins when we depart from the base camp, also known as the French base camp, and encounter glaciers and ice surfaces on the climb. The route to the summit involves traversing some uphill, slippery sections, as well as traversing some crevasses. The campsites are located in wider sections of the mountain, reducing the risk of setting up camp on exposed cliffs. Fresh snow is also a possibility along the route. Proper training in endurance and strength should have prepared your body to handle these challenges.

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