Saribung Peak Climbing: 6346 m/20815 ft
- Trip Code: N-PT-23
- Destination: Nepal
- Season: From Oct to Nov & March to May
- Max Altitude: 6346m/20815ft
- Trip Starts/Ends: Kathmandu/Kathmandu
- Transportation: Car/ Jeep/Coach/ Flight
- Trip Grade: Strenuous
Trip Overview
Saribung Peak Climbing is an exploratory climbing trip to the newly opened trekking peak. Saribung Peak, at the height of 6346 m/20815 ft, was opened for climbing in 2006.
This peak is placed in the remote area of Mustang region on the range of Damodar Himal. From Lo-Manthang, the hidden city of Upper Mustang, it lies to the northeast direction nearby the border of Nepal and China.
Within short time Saribung route has attracted many trekkers and climbers. The reasons behind its popularity are, it grants to explore two hidden regions (Lo Manthang and Nar Phu Valley) which are still in the list of restricted zones. Both places are full of great sceneries with unique cultural villages in the different geographic land.
Technically to climb Saribung is not so difficult but it demands physical endurance to cross over the high mountain pass known as Saribung La. It is located at an elevation of 5600m/18368ft between Damodar Kunda Region and Nar Phu Valley.
The common route of Saribung Peak Climbing trip starts from Jomsom. From Jomsom, the route follows the rugged trail to Upper Mustang passing villages named Kagbeni, Chele, Ghiling, and Tsarang. Trekkers/ climbers spend two nights in Lo Manthang exploring its cultural and natural grandeur.
Afterward, they trace the trail towards Base camp of Saribung Peak via Luri Cave Monastery, Ghuma Thanit, and Namta Khola. After summiting Saribung peak they go crossing over Saribung La to descend Nar Phu Valley and continue trekking to Koto. In Koto they end this adventurous trip and drive to Kathmandu connecting Besi Sahar.
Saribung Peak Climbing trip also can be done in an anti-clockwise way. In this route, the trek starts from Koto. It passes Phu village and then ascends to Saribung pass and enter to the Mustang. After the summit of the Peak visit Lo Mantang and then return to Jomsom.
Saribung Peak Climbing Trip Note:
Saribung Peak Climbing is 25 days trip. It can be customized making it long connecting other trek routes of Annapurna Region. About trip cost Excellent Himalaya Trek always offer the best and competitive price for Saribung Peak Climbing. The package price of Saribung Peak Climbing will be different according to your group size (the number of persons you travel together). For the price, you simply send us an inquiry with your group size. We get back to you with the price at the earliest.
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Kathmandu airport, you will be met by our Tour officer. He will escort you to the hotel. O/n at Hotel in Kathmandu.
Four hours guided sightseeing tour of Swoyambhunath Temple and Kathmandu Durbar Square/ Trip briefing at the hotel/ Preparation for climbing. O/n at Hotel in Kathmandu.
Driving 7 hrs/ Flight 25 minutes. O/n at Hotel in Pokhara.
Flight 20 min. Walking 3-4 hrs. O/n at Camping in Kagbeni.
Waling 5-6 hours. O/n at Camping in Tsaile.
Walking 6-7 hours. O/n at Camping in Ghiling.
Walking 6-7 hrs. O/n at Camping in Tasarang.
Through Upper Trail 7-8 hrs/ Lower trail 4-5 hrs. O/n at Camping in Lo-Manthang.
Walking 5-6 hrs/ 2-3 hrs. O/n at Camping in Lo-Manthang.
Walking 6-7 hrs. O/n at Camping in Yara.
Walking 3-4 hrs. O/n at Camping in Luri Gompa.
Walking 5-6 hrs. O/n at Camping in Ghuma Thanti.
Walking 7-8 hrs. O/n at Camping in Namta Khola.
Walking 6-7 hrs. O/n at Camping in Saribung Base Camp.
O/n at Camping in Saribung Base Camp.
Walking 5-6 hrs. O/n at Camping in High Camp.
Walking 10 to 12 hrs. O/n at Saribung Base Camp.
Day 18: Trekking from Saribung Base Camp to Nagoru (4400m/14432ft) via Saribung Pass 5600m/18368ft).
Walking 6 to 7 hrs. O/n at Camping in Nagoru.
Walking 5-6 hrs. O/n at Camping in Phu Gaon.
Walking 5-6 hrs. O/n at Camping in Meta.
Walking 6-7 hrs. O/n at Camping in Koto.
Driving 6 hrs by jeep. O/n at Mountain Lodge in Besisahar.
Driving 7 hrs. O/n at Hotel in Kathmandu.
The Day with rest in Kathmandu. You can do last minute shopping in Thamel, the tourist market of Kathmandu. Evening farewell dinner with Nepali Cultural shows at an authentic restaurant in Kathmandu. O/n at Hotel in Kathmandu.
Our tour officer will drop you at Kathmandu International airport and see you off. End of Service. Or You may take optional side tours.
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