Baruntse expedition offers an exciting opportunity to explore Nepal's most remote regions and is a thrilling endeavor in and of itself. With a height of 7162 meters, Baruntse is one of the most exquisite and symmetrical snow peaks in the world. It is situated between the Imja, Hunku, and Barun glacier valleys. Situated between Everest and Makalu, the summit is pivotal amidst some of the tallest peaks in the Himalayas. On summit day, the reward is breathtaking Makalu, Everest, and Lhotse vistas.
Since the Baruntse is considered a somewhat safe and easy seven-thousander to climb, commercial expeditions like Pumori, Ama Dablam, and Everest frequently aim to summit it. Almost the whole of the road is made of snow and ice. Except for the steep climb to West Col and the occasionally severely overgrown ridge near the summit, it is not a particularly tough hike. For climbers aiming to summit Everest and other 8000-meter summits, this mountain is among the best preparatory peaks. Baruntse Peak provides the best opportunity for summit success.
Climbing this 7000-meter is indeed beautiful, but it is by no means a simple task. The climbing route, which has an AD+ difficulty rating, will put your stamina and talents to the test with its tough climbs and glacier routes. Despite its difficulties, this mountain will provide you the experience you need to get ready to climb peaks between 7500 and 8000 meters in the future, should that be your objective. Climbing Mount Baruntse's South-East Ridge is noted to be challenging due to its noticeable ice wall at around 7000 meters and its 50-degree steep ice portions. As a result, we advise climbing to the summit via the more well-liked and accessible South Ridge. We have got two camps on our expedition: Camp 1, which is at 6,100 meters right after West Col, and Camp 2, which is at 6,420 meters on the South-East Ridge. The program of the Baruntse Peak expedition also includes a few days of trekking into the picturesque Khumbu region's heartland.
- A favorite trekking peak, MERA PEAK (6476 m), is visible from the 7129-meter summit of Baruntse. For appropriate acclimatization, travel through the secluded Hongu Valley. The vista of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu is surreal.
- Climb a stunning peak in the Khumbu Himalaya that is almost 7000 meters high.
- This is an excellent peak to explore before tackling the world's 8000+-meter peaks.
- The Khumbu Valley and Amphu Labtsa Pass are truly amazing.
- Join our knowledgeable local Sherpa team and ascend.
- Good camp setup and top-notch logistical assistance for the duration of the adventure.
Route of Baruntse Climbing
Cost and itinerary of the Baruntse Expedition
The total anticipated cost of the Baruntse expedition can vary from $8500 to $9500, which includes the cost of accommodation in hotels and tea houses along the way to the hike, meals, permission fees, and porter services.
Depending on the season of your expedition, you may have to pay an expedition royalty to climb Mount Baruntse Peak. You have to pay $500 for the spring climbing and $250 for the fall excursion. The cost for the summer and winter treks is $125.
The cost of your Nepal tourist visa is your responsibility when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. It can take an average of 30 to 35 days to reach Mount Baruntse; therefore, a 60-day Nepal tourist visa—which costs $120 per person—would be acceptable. It's a sensible idea to budget an additional $100 to $200 for things like tips, personal hygiene products, and equipment. Climbers on the Baruntse expedition program have a variety of hiking route alternatives to choose from. Before reaching the summit, one route is to continue to the Amphu Lapcha pass and connect with the popular Everest base camp trekking trails. Climbers, on the other hand, can choose to make alternative arrangements from Baruntse Base Camp or Panch Pokhari to Lukla. Another option is to hike across the difficult Sherpani Col pass to return to the Arun Valley and Makalu base camp.
