Kwangde Ri is an impressive ridge of summits to the south –west of namche bazaar. Spectacular waterfalls cascade from the mountain’s lower gullies which trekkers offen gaze at through tea house windows in namche bazaar or from the trail to thame Kwangde ri is the collective name for the chain of peak running west to east that includes nup (6035m),kwangde lho(6187m) kwangde shar(6011 m) ending at lower , rocky nupla(5885 m) all of which are covered by the peak permit.
There are many routes climbing the various peals but all have technical difficulties, especially from the steep northern side. Kwangde lho,the tallest of the peaks was famously climbed by Jeff Lowe and David Breashears in 1982 via a difficult line on extremely steep ice and rock. Easier routes can be found on the less steep southern side which is reached via the secluded lumding valley which is in turn reached by crossing either the Moro La (4343m) or Lumding La(4516m). Kwangde Lho was first climbed by its south ridgein 1975, and kwangde shar in 1972via the south face.
Destination
Kwangde Peak
Duration
17 Days
Max. Altitude
6011m
Trip Difficulty
Moderate
Itinerary
This trek combines many different landscapes and brings you close to the base of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks in a short period of time.
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
For Meals: Included during the trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel
Maximum Altitude shown: 6011m
Inclusions
The Annapurna base camp trek is one of the most popular treks in the mighty
Himalayan region of Nepal and it is the most visited trekking region in Nepal.
What’s Included?
Pickup and drop, Airport.
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in a 3-star hotel, including breakfast too.
Accommodation during the trek, both in a tea house or camp
Meals throughout the trekking period
Transport throughout the trek, but not air-transport.
Welcome and farewell dinner
Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)
English speaking trekking guide
Porter service
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
Soul himalaya treks duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map
All necessary paper work and charges
Good quality tents and kitchen utensils for camping
Medical kit
What’s not Included?
Airfare to and from Kathmandu to your country
Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
Personal climbing equipment
Personal climbing guide if requested
Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
Tips for guides and porters
Map
This trek combines many different landscapes and brings you close to the base of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks in a short period of time.
Travel Gear List
Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.
Harness: A well-fitting sit harness to secure climber to a rope/anchor point.
Ice Axe: Primarily used during ascent and descent for steep climbing and self arresting.
Crampons: Used for crossing snowfields, ice fields and glaciers/scaling ice-smeared rock. Semi-rigid construction with horizontal frames is recommended for the use in Nepal.
Tape Sings: for attaching the climber to anchor; creating equalized anchor systems, clipping into the rope & gear to reduce drag. Nylon/ Dyneema tape slings are preferred.
Screw gate Karabiners(2 lock & 2 unlock): Required for safety-critical systems such as mountain or rock climbing.
Descender/Eight Figure: works as a friction brakes that allows steady and controlled descent on a rope.
Plastic Mountaineering Boots: Avoid the climber's feet from obstacles when walking on difficult snow/ice terrain. Normally used with crampons.
Ascender/Jumnar: Made out of metal for through fixed ropes. ascending
Helmet: Essential for the safety of head; Protects from any kind of head injuries.
Snow Bar: Stabilize the rope and holds static loads; used as fall protection.
Rope: Necessary for ascending and descending. Both Static as well as dynamic ropes are required.
Ice Hammer: Useful to hammer snow bar into hard ice.
Ice Screw: In case of steep ice surface, used as a running belay or anchor.
FAQs
Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.
You will encounter many tea houses on your trek. A tea house is a lodge operated by the locals of a village to support their family and community. During the evenings and night the teahouses offer you beverages, food, warmth, and a chance to chat with other trekkers and locals. Teahouses are not five star hotels, but basic accommodation including breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a very affordable price. Many teahouses offer hot showers where you have to a small fee (usually around $2). Wifi and battery charge is also offered with a small fee.
As the name suggests, a camping trek is camping, in which you will have to accommodate yourself and your companions along with the staff in tents. The tents will consist of kitchens and bedrooms. All the tedious and cumbersome tasks will be done by our staff. These kinds of treks are said to be really adventurous and fun.
Yes, we are fully authorized by the government to conduct any kinds of activities relating to trekking and traveling. All of our guides are licensed and experienced mountain guides.
Yes, we insist you to take out insurance. You should have yourself insured before your arrival to Nepal and it should cover all expenses. If you need help, please don’t hesitate to ask us. Many of our trekkers have been happy with dog tag insurance. https
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It is not compulsory. However, it has been a common trait and the guides and porters will be expecting a small amount of tips from you. A small amount to you can hold a great essence in their life and can go a long way to help them and their families. Feel free to ask us for a suggested standard amount.
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