Putha Hiunchuli Expedition is an attractive mountain that is located in the magical and mysterious land of Dolpo. This fascinating mountain rises in the north-west part of Nepal. It lies between the massifs of Dhaulagiri and Kanjiroba Himal as the mountain forms a part of Dhaulagiri Himalayan Ranges. It is also referred to as Dhaulagiri VI. The Putha Hiunchuli is a solitary and distinct mountain which is rarely climbed.
The mountain comprises relatively less technical difficulties compared to other technical mountain expeditions. However, good physical condition and previous peak climbing experience are highly recommended for the Putha Hiunchuli Expedition.
Mt. Putha Hiunchuli is one of the most beautiful mountain compare to other 7000m. high peaks of Nepal lies at western most peak of the Dhaulagiri range and is sometimes referred to as Dhaulagiri VII. It was first climbed in 1954 by Jimmy Roberts, a legendary explorer and climber. Mt. Dhaulagiri range is made up of some of the world’s most impressive peaks.
In this range, to the west of Annapurna South of Ganesh Himal, lies a long ridge at the end of which stands the serene Putha Hiunchuli. This mountain is the last 7000m. marking the end of the snow-capped range. Our trek begins at the trading town of Beni or from Juphal -Dunai, which is about a week’s walk away from the German Base Camp situated at an altitude of 4,525m. The landscape during the approach walk is as enchanting as it is unique: a mineral world made of high cliffs and deep canyons.
Putha Hiunchuli Expedition – Putha Hiunchuli is Located at an elevation of 7,246m, Mt. Putha Hiunchuli is one of the most stunning mountains of 7,000+m peaks in Dhaulagiri region and often called Dhaulagiri VII. The Putha Hiunchuli Expedition was first made by Jimmy Roberts in 1954. Putha Hiunchuli climbing is technically challenging with special effort, good fitness level along with previous climbing experience. It is the last 7,000m peak marking the end of the snow-capped range. To the west of Annapurna South and Ganesh Himal, a long ridge is located at the end which stands as stunning Mt. Putha Hiunchuli.
Putha Hiunchuli Expedition approaches the Northern route initiating from Juphal or from South starting from Beni Bazar. Each trekking route has its own charm and is beautiful in its own way. Putha Hiunchuli is usually climbed from the North or North-East wall. En route landscapes are incredible as its formation is unique, made of high cliffs and deep canyon.
Putha Hiunchuli climbing is challenging but so technically difficult. The sloping snow-wall hardly troubles the climber so it is feasible for any avid climbers who are in good physical shape and have previous alpine experience.
Mt. Putha Hiunchuli, also known as Mt. Dhaulagiri VII at 7246 m, is the western most peak of Dhaulagiri range and is the last 7000 m mountain marking the end of the snow-capped range. This mountain was first climbed in 1954 by Jimmy Roberts, a legendary explorer, and climber.
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Hi On Life Adventures have been looking for a relatively easier and safer 7000 m mountain in Nepal, hence we introduce Mt. Putha Hiunchuli, for those who want to climb high mountains without much technical difficulty and avalanche dangers. Moreover, for those adrenaline freaks out there, you can add more exhilaration to your climb by skiing down this mountain, as it provides a good slope to ski down.
Unlike most parts of Nepal which are thronged by thousands of tourists, not many people know about this mountain and its region, thus providing you the chance to explore its uniqueness. Even the approach to this mountain is enchanting and mesmerizing as we walk through high cliffs, deep canyons and breathtaking valleys of the famous but relatively less explored and restricted area of Nepal, called the Dolpa.
Although it is a relatively easier mountain to climb, Mt. Putha Hiunchuli is still a 7000 m+ mountain and nevertheless, it should be taken seriously and with utmost preparation. A very high level of physical fitness is required as it involves endurance climb at very high altitude and extremely low temperatures. Temperatures on summit day could be as low as -40 degrees Celsius.
Route to Putha hiunchuli expedition
The Putha Hiunchuli Expedition starts with the flight from Kathmandu to Nepaljung and Dolpo(Juphal) by flight and trek to Dunai. We then trek to Tarakot, Musikhola, Kagkot, Yak Kharka and Putha Himchuli Base Camp. Trek from The Base camp to Camp 1.
It is possible to ski from Camp1 to Camp 2. On the summit day, we head to the summit early in the morning at about 4 A.M. The climbing route is long from the Base camp and if the weather is clear, the ascent of Putha Himchuli. During the summit, mountaineers can see only a false summit from the route.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu [1345m/4411ft] and transfer to Hotel
- Day 2: Sightseeing at Kathmandu & Climbing Preparations
- Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
- Day 4: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jhupal [2475m/8118ft] & Trek to Dunai [2140m/7019ft]
- Day 5: Trek from Dunai to Tarakot [2850m/9348ft]
- Day 6: Trek from Tarakot to Musikhola [2875m/9430ft]
- Day 7: Trek from Musikhola to Kakot [3250m/10660ft]
- Day 8: Trek from Kakot to German Base Camp [4400m/14432ft]
- Day 9: Trek to Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp [4915m/16121ft]
- Day 10-28: Climbing Putha Hiunchuli [7246m/23766ft] and descend back to Base
- Day 29: Trek from Putha Hiunchuli B.C. to German Base Camp
- Day 30: Trek from German Base Camp to Kakot
- Day 31: Trek from Kakot to Dunai
- Day 32: Trek from Dunai to Jhupal
- Day 33: Fly from Jhupal to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj
- Day 34: Leisure day at Kathmandu
- Day 35: Transfer to International Airport for Departure
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Itinerary
30 min Drive
Hotel/Resort
Our representative will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport on your arrival schedule. You will be greeted and then transferred to the hotel in the heart of Kathmandu city. Our staff will help you until the check-in procedure ends at Hotel. You can either have a rest at the Hotel or visit NGT’s office for gathering additional information about the trip
Meals: BB Plan
Accommodation: Hotel/Resort
We will spend our day sightseeing around some of the attractive world heritage sites within Kathmandu valley. Also, today we will complete all the necessary paper works and other preparations required for Putha Hiunchuli Expedition.
Note: It is not possible to visit all world heritage sites in Kathmandu within a day. So you can choose at least 3-4 places for day sightseeing.
Meals: BB Plan
30 min flight
Lodge
Today we take a flight from Kathmandu and fly towards Nepalganj. Nepalgunj is located in the southwestern part of the Terai region near to the border of India. After landing at Nepalgunj, you will be transferred to the hotel. We will visit the holy Bageshwari Temple and spend our time wandering around the busy market 'bazaar'. Here we can see people from every corner of Nepal, including people from Tibet and India. They gather here for trading goods and services.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
3 hrs Trek
Lodge
We start early for taking a morning flight from Nepalgunj to the dirt airstrip of Juphal. After safely landing at Juphal airport, we gather our gears and start trekking on a broad trail that descends passing through beautiful terraced fields. Our trail goes along a small group of buildings before crossing the Thuli Bheri Khola (river). After crossing the river we continue our trek on a broad dirt track trail that brings us to Dunai for the overnight stay. Dunai is the administrative centre as well as the main trading centre of the whole Dolpo Region.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
5-6 hrs Trek
Tented Camp
After breakfast, we leave Dunai and follow the trail that goes along the Thuli Bheri river towards Tarakot. We will trek on a broad trail with less steep sections. Tarakot is a cluster of rural settlements which is nestled at the river's confluence and offers best camping grounds. It is an old fortress town built by the local people as Dzong or fortress. Once we reach the campsite, our crew will set up the camps and make preparations for further trekking.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
5-6 hrs Trek
Tented Camp
All set to go, we leave Tarakot and follow the trail that heads along the right bank of the river. A rather easy trek will bring us to Lesicap at 2,772 meters. We continue our trek with great views of nearby valleys and gorges. After a few hours of trekking from Lesicap, we approach towards Musi Khola for our overnight camping. Our campsite is situated in the forest with a few homesteads scattered around us. It is most likely that you will be greeted by local children who are always happy to see strangers from foreign lands.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
5-6 hrs Trek
Tented Camp
From Musikhola our trail becomes more challenging as we trek towards Kakot. Our trail follows the path where the route has collapsed and been rebuilt for allowing the passage of pack animals. After some time of trekking, the trail crosses a bridge across the narrowest part of the river. Soon we will follow a broad trail and path hewn into the rock and built on a marvellous descending staircase engineered by the locals to finally reach our campsite at Kakot.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
5-6 hrs Trek
Tented Camp
From Kakot we will follow the rising trail heading towards the base camp which is closed off by deep and impassable ravines that can only be reached after crossing two high altitude passes. We will follow the trail that heads for the crossing of the first pass at 4,160 meters. From there we will continue our trek to reach our campsite near German Base Camp at 4,400 meters. Our crew will set up the camp as soon as we reach the campsite. Resting after a long day's trek is surely worth.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
4-5 hrs Trek
Tented Camp
After breakfast, we leave German Base Camp and follow the trail that is a steep ascend over the second and much more challenging pass. The climbing of Putha Hiunchuli is considered much less technical, however, the ascending trail to reach the base camp is considered much more difficult. Trekking in higher altitude can be very tiring so resting every now and then helps in restoring energy much needed for fruitful trekking. Our base camp will be set over moraine plateau at 4,915 meters. Our crew will make necessary preparations for climbing Putha Hiunchuli.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
19 days climbing towards Mt. Putha Hiunchuli
Tented Camp
We will spend several days doing climbing training practices with adequate days for acclimatization. Fully equipped with all the climbing gears, we will follow the footsteps and instructions given by our experienced climbing experts. Overcoming several technical climbing sections and taking weather conditions into consideration we climb towards the summit of Putha Hiunchuli. Once at the top we are rewarded with breathtaking views of high valleys and peaks within the Dolpo region. We will spend short quality time at the summit and descend back to base camp following the same route.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
5-6 hrs Trek
Tented Camp
Having achieved our target - the summit of Putha Hiunchuli, we will make a relaxed start and prepare for the return journey. After cleaning up the base camp, we will retrace our steps on the same trail that passes through crossing a pass to reach our campsite at German Base Camp. On our way back we will explore the beautiful landscapes of the Dolpo region.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
5-6 hrs Trek
Tented Camp
After breakfast, we pack our gears and leave our camp at the German Base Camp. We continue to retrace our steps that head back for the crossing of another pass. Our trail after crossing the pass is a pleasant walk as we descend to reach back to Kakot for our overnight camping.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
5-6 hrs Trek
Lodge
From Kakot we continue to retrace our steps on the same trail that passes through Musi Khola. Our trail heads back through Tarakot as we trek to reach all the way back to Dunai for our overnight stay. Today is a rather long but pleasant day of trekking. We will celebrate the evening with all the climbing crew members at Dunai.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
2-3 hrs Trek
Lodge
After breakfast at Dunai, we will make a relaxed start and begin our trek on a broad trail that crosses Thulo Bheri River before climbing through terraced farmlands to arrive back to Jhupal - where our trek ends technically. We will spend the rest of our day exploring around Jhupal before taking a flight back to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj, the following day.
Meals: All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Hotel/Resort
Since there are no direct flights from Jhupal to Kathmandu, we will have our breakfast and take an early morning flight from Jhupal to Nepalgunj. From Nepalgunj, we will take another connecting flight that will take us back to Kathmandu. After landing at Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the hotel. You can either have rest at the hotel or take a walk around the busy streets of Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
Hotel/Resort
You would surely like to see as much of Kathmandu as possible. An early start is practical to visit the temples of Kathmandu. The world heritage sites of UNESCO sites that weren’t possible on the second day of the trip can be visited on this day. Also, walking around the shopping streets of Thamel is worth spending quality time at Kathmandu. We will celebrate the successful completion of Putha Hiunchuli Expedition and have a final meal together in the evening.
Meals: BB Plan + Farewell Dinner
Our Airport Representative will drop you at the International Airport as per your flight schedule.
Meals: Breakfast
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