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Mt. Tukuche Peak (6920m.) Expedition

Autumn
Fixed Departure: October 10, 2018


Location: Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range: Dhaulagiri Himal
Height: 6920m. (22,703 ft.)
Latitude: 28° 44′ 47″ N
Longitude: 83° 33′ 30″ E
Trip Duration: 30, 17 Days
Normal Ascent Route: North West Shoulder
First Ascent: 1969 by Swiss team
Easiest Route: Glacier/snow/Ice Climb
Grade: Strenuous High
Caravan Route: Pokhara - Beni Bazaar - Marpha - Yak Kharka - Tukuche Base Camp - Thapa Pass - Jomsom - Pokhara

Mt. Tukuche peak is lies in the western Nepal Himalayas between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Ranges, although relatively less explored, Tukuche Peak is one of most exotic mountain climb in Nepal. Despite being a technical climb, it's nonetheless a favorite training mountain even among the prospective 8,000m. climbers. The peak located north of the exotic Hidden Valley. The summit of Tukuche Peak also offers great vistas of the surrounding Himalayas including the Annapurna Ranges, Nilgiri and also of the nearby villages such as Marpha and Jomsom. Our Tukuche Peak Expedition start from Kathmandu to Pokhara  by tourist Coach and local transport to Beni or flight from Pokhara to Jomsom, Yak Kharka, Hidden Valley, and Tukuche Base Camp. After proper acclimatization and training, we summit the Tukuche Peak and return via the same route. From Jomsom, we make a return flight to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu.

Advance Base Camp - 5,100m.
Camp 1 – 5,600m.
Camp 2 – 6,100m.

Expedition Itinerary A, via Dhaulagiri Base Camp

  • Hotel/Lodges/Camping
  • 24 Days Trek/Climbing
  • Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Accommodation: 4 Nights KTM, 2 Pokhara, 23 Nights Lodge/Camping
  • Recommended Season: Spring and Autumn


Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Free, Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.     
Day 03: Kathmandu - Pokhara by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 04: Early drive to Darbang Village 1110m. O/N    
Day 05: Darbang - Sibang 1780m.
Day 06: Sibang - Boghara 2080m. (Bagar)    
Day 07: Boghara - Dobang 2520m. (Dovan Kharka)     
Day 08: Dobang - Chartare 3445m. (Chaur Bag Khola Camp)
Day 09: Chartare - Japanese  Base Camp 3890m.    
Day 10: Deposit Camp 3940m. Or, Japanese Base Camp - Dhaulagiri BC 4748m.    
Day 11: Japanese BC - French Pass 5445 - Hidden Valley 5140m. Camp.
Day 12: Hidden Valley - Tukuche Peak Base Camp.
Day 13: Rest and preparation day.    
Day 14 - 24: Climbing period of Tukuche Peak 6920m.
Day 25: Clean BC - Yak Kharka (Aalubari) via Thapa/Dhampus Pass 5244m.
Day 26: Yak Kharka - Marpha/Jomsom and transfer to Teahouse lodge
Day 27: Fly or, drive back to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel.    
Day 28: Drive back to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 29: Kathmandu free day.
Day 30: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Optional - Expedition itinerary B, via Jomsom side

  • Hotel/Lodges/Camping
  • 19 Days Trek/Climbing
  • Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Accommodation: 4 Nights KTM, 2 Pokhara, 18 Nights Lodge/Camping
  • Recommended Season: Spring and Autumn


Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Official work for expedition & briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara 915m. then transfer to Hotel.
Day 04: Flight Pokhara - Jomsom (2700m.) Overnight at a Lodge.
Day 05: Jomsom – Yak Kharka 3680m. (Aalubari)
Day 06: Yak Kharka – Hidden Valley 5000m.
Day 07: Hidden Valley – Tukuche peak Base Camp.
Day 08 – 19: Climbing period for Tukuche Peak 6920m.
Day 20: Clean up Base Camp and trek back to Yak Kharka.
Day 21: Yak Kharka – Jomsom (2713m.) then transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
Day 22: Jomsom – Pokhara by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 23: Pokhara – Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 24: Kathmandu Free day.
Day 25: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey.

  1. If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
  2. If you are alone and looking for a group to join then visit our fix-departure expedition information.


Note:

  • We will provide you the expedition cost as per your size of group or, as per your requirement for the expedition service. We request you to e-mail us or, use "Book Expedition" form for send us your message.
  • Above given cost does not include the climbing Sherpa’s food & fuel, tents, climbing gears and summit bonus above advance base camp.
  • Hiring a high altitude Sherpa does cost USD 1900. This cost includes equipment allowances, daily wages, food and fuel up to base camp, insurance, flight to and from Kathmandu, sleeping tents at BC etc.

Expedition Cost for Itinerary A: Service up to Base Camp on group joining basis:
USD 4900 Per Person. (If 2 Persons in group)
USD 4700 Per Person. (If 3-4 Persons in group)
USD 4500 Per Person. (If 5-8 Persons in group)
USD 4335 Per Person. (If 9-12 Persons in group)
USD 4299 Per Person. (If 13-15 Persons in group)

Expedition Cost for Itinerary B: Service up to Base Camp on group joining basis:
USD 3900 Per Person. (If 2 Persons in group)
USD 3710 Per Person. (If 3-4 Persons in group)
USD 3475 Per Person. (If 5-8 Persons in group)
USD 3250 Per Person. (If 9-12 Persons in group)
USD 3100 Per Person. (If 13-15 Persons in group)

Climbing Guide (Sherpa): Per Guide USD 1900 (If required by climbers)

Package Includes:

  • All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up & drop).
  • 4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at Hotel Thamel and 2 Night in Pokhara on Bed & Breakfast plan (before & after expedition).
  • Schedule flight Jomsom/Pokhara for member, or drive by local transportation (Itinerary A)
  • Schedule flight Pokhara/Jomsom/Pokhara for member and Liaison officer.(Itinerary B)
  • Transport of food supply & expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
  • Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and back.
  • Base Camp single sleeping tent and Mattress for each member and BC staffs & Liaison officer.
  • All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent (table, chairs - depend on size of group) & cooking utensils for
  • Base Camp.
  • Food and fuel at Base Camp.
  • Service of Government Liaison officer.
  • Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
  • Equipments allowance, daily wages of cook, kitchen boys & Liaison officer.
  • Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison officer and porters.
  • Expedition Permit fee of Mt. Tukuche Peak.
  • National Park entrance fee (ACAP).
  • Per Person 30 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Base Camp.
  • Per Person 20 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
  • 2 Expedition duffel bag or barrel for each member.
  • Generator or Solar panel at Base Camp for light & charging.
  • Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
  • Visa extension fee.
  • Agency service charge.

Package Excludes:

  • International airfare from/to your country.
  • Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport at upon arrival).
  • Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
  • Hotel after 4 night stay in Kathmandu.
  • Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
  • High Tents above Base Camp.
  • Emergency medical Oxygen at Base Camp.
  • High altitude food and fuel above Base Camp.
  • Oxygen & Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
  • Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage.
  • Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie-Talkies, Communication equipment & commercial filming.
  • International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport.
  • High Altitude Climbing Sherpa.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
  • Tips and bonuses.
  • Garbage deposit.

Package Includes:

Cost includes

Package Excludes:

  • International airfare from/to your country.
  • Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport at upon arrival).
  • Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
  • Hotel after 4 night stay in Kathmandu.
  • Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
  • High Tents above Base Camp.
  • Emergency medical Oxygen at Base Camp.
  • High altitude food and fuel above Base Camp.
  • Oxygen & Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
  • Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage.
  • Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie-Talkies, Communication equipment & commercial filming.
  • International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport.
  • High Altitude Climbing Sherpa.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
  • Tips and bonuses.
  • Garbage deposit.

Cultural Treks & Expedition offers personal equipment rentals for climber, who have limited cargo allowance with their airfare or, do not wish to purchase expensive expedition grade gear but rent it instead. Climber purchasing Base Camp Services only may choose to hire or, purchase high camp equipment. Please let us know in advance prior to your arrival so that we can meet your needs. The quoted cost are for the duration of the expedition and we provide original North Face, Marmot or, Ozark company brand tent only.

Equipment Rental or Purchase Price List:

Item Rentle Cost in USD Purchase Cost in USD
Expedition Tent USD 150.00 USD 300.00
Day Backpack (Rucksack -Small) USD 50.00 USD 150.00
Day Backpack (Rucksack -Large) USD 100.00 USD 300.00
Gas Stove USD 25.00 USD 100.00
Oxygen Bottle USD 350.00 USD 500.00
Oxygen mask and Regulator USD 250.00 USD 900.00
Sleeping Bag USD 100.00 USD 400.00
Down Jacket USD 100.00 USD 300.00
High Camp Goose Down Jacket USD 200.00 USD 500.00

Climbing Sherpa Fee: Per H. A. Sherpa USD 3,400 (if required by client for advance base camp service user)

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