Chulu East Peak Climbing

Chulu East Peak(6,584m) is one of the trekking peaks that lies in the Annapurna Himalayan range, which is part of Manang Himal. This peak is located at an altitude of 6,584m and was first ascended by a German Expedition team in 1955. Due to the difficulty of climbing this peak and crossing the large glacier section, anyone willing to climb this peak must have previous climbing experience. You need to know about the use of climbing equipment like Crampons, Harness, Ice axes, tying knots and handling climbing ropes. 

Technically, Chulu East peak climbing is combined with the Annapurna circuit trekking, from which you can observe different mountain views, such as Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Gangapuma Glacier Dome, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho Peak, and Mt. Manaslu. During this peak climbing, we will visit various Yak Pastures, diverse flora and fauna, and the culture of the Manangi people.

Our Chulu East Peak climbing expedition begins in Besi Sahar, following the scenic Marsyangdi river valley through a diverse landscape steeped in cultural heritage. Initially, trekking through the subtropical lower valley, we encounter terraced fields and vibrant villages inhabited by the ethnic Gurungs. As the journey ascends, the environment transitions dramatically, moving through lush rhododendrons and pine forests alive with birdlife, which bloom vibrantly in spring. These lower reaches contrast sharply with the higher, arid valleys where the Manangba people reside, offering trekkers a glimpse into the high-altitude lifestyles similar to Tibetan culture.

The route takes a significant turn at Pisang, where we veer off the main Annapurna Circuit Trail and head into more secluded regions marked by uninhabited rugged terrain that includes pine forests, yak pastures, and ancient mani walls. Ascending further towards Chulu East Base Camp, located amidst the moraines below the col separating Chulu East and Chulu Far East peaks, the trail presents more challenging high-altitude trekking. From Base Camp, the climb to the high camp involves navigating steep moraine and soft snow leading to a glaciated ridge. The final ascent to Chulu East Peak is a demanding climb over steep scree slopes and across a broken glacier, rewarded with a stunning 360-degree panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks. Following the summit experience, we descend back to base camp and continue our gradual descent into the culturally rich Manang Valley.