Chulu West Peak climb is a fairly challenging expedition. It is a part of Manang Himal in the Annapurna region that stands at the elevation of 6419 meters/ 21055 ft. Chulu West peak climb is the popular expedition for having spectacular and splendid view of mountain landscapes and an opportunity to explore the mixed ethnic culture of Nepalese society.
Chulu West Peak is the admired peak that lines to the north of Manang valley and included in the bigger Damodar Himal. The trek after driving from Kathmandu officially begins from Besisahar. As the trek continues passing through Marsyandi River, the typical ethnic groups of Gurung and Magar and their cultural attributes impress the climber. Further, the trail rewards with a breathtaking view of magnificent vista like Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167 meters, Annapurna I 8092 meters, Nilgiri above 6839 meters, Tukuche Peak 6920 meters, Manaslu, Gangaprna and others. The trail to the north to south have pouring river like Nar, Hunlung and Phu River and villages like Pisang and Gyaru respectively. This peak climb also takes trekker to the world high and famous pass Thorung La pass 5416m and ultimately leads to pilgrimage sites like Muktinath and Jomsom and observe Tibetan art. As the climb is strenuous, the climber requires to have the technical knowledge and pieces of equipment like gears, ice axe, knot ropes to successfully reach the summit of Chulu West Peak.
In short, Chulu West Peak climb is an adventurous journey that takes climber close to the high mountains, high base camp at the elevation of 5530 meters and glacier that is bestowed with heavenly natural beauties. Frontier treks have organized this expedition with the most suitable itinerary staring from the altitude of 1350 meters and ending at 6419 meters.
Best season to climb Chulu West peak
- Spring mid- March to May and autumn mid-September to November best season to climb the summit.
- The temperature during autumn is moderate.
- Mountain tends to be clear during these seasons and is the busiest climbing season of the year.
- The height of monsoon months (mid-June-end of August) is unattainable.
- Winter has a low temperature and very cold. However, it is a doable climb to an extreme adventure lover.
- Summer invites a monsoon rain for several days resulting in landslides and avalanches.