Baruntse

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A stunning 7,000m snow peak between Everest and Makalu

Introduction

UPDATE: January 2012: We are now organising expeditions to Putha Hiunchuli (7,246m), as an alternative and more attainable 7,000m Nepalese peak. Baruntse has problematical crevasses and is very avalanche prone after snowfall.

The potential for climbing "east of Everest" was first recognised by members of Shipton's 1951 Everest Reconnaissance expedition, which made a journey of exploration into the region. Three years later, in 1954, members of that team, including Edmund Hillary and George Lowe, returned to exploit the climbing potential to the full. Although their prime aim was to explore Makalu, in a concerted effort of peak bagging around the upper Barun Glacier, this team made no fewer than 20 first ascents, of which Baruntse was the most significant...

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Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this expedition on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Experience Required

The Baruntse expedition is an opportunity for those with previous experience of climbing in the Greater Ranges to take part in a full blown expedition to a significant peak.

Our Winter Mountaineering or Snow and Ice Climbing courses in Scotland would provide good skills preparation for Baruntse.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

What the price includes

• Economy class return airfares from the UK (unless Land Only).
• UK airline taxes.
• All internal flights and hotel/airport transfers.
• Accommodation at our base in Kathmandu, the relaxing Summit Hotel.
• All road transport by private vehicles.
• All camping facilities and meals during the expedition.
• All porterage costs.
• All costs for a Jagged Globe accredited leader and Sherpa staff.
• Jagged Globe kitbag.

What the price does not include

• Visa fees.
• Overseas airports taxes not paid in advance through the international airline ticket.
• Bar bills and laundry.
• Travel insurance.
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu.
• Optional trips and sightseeing tours.
• Tips.

Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this expedition on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Insurance

You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »

Itinerary

Here is an outline itinerary for this trip. A more detailed day-to-day itinerary is available as a downloadable PDF »

Outline Itinerary

Day 1 - 2:	Fly to Kathmandu
Day 3:	Expedition briefing in Kathmandu
Day 4:	Fly to Tumlingtar
Day 5 - 10:	Trek to Shipton Pass
Day 11:	Shipton Pass (4,250m) Cross the Shipton Pass (4,250m) to Mumbuk (3,630m).
Day 12 - 15:	Trek to below "Sherpani Col" (5,180m)
Day 16:	Baruntse Base Camp (5,550m) Trek up the Barun Glacier to Baruntse Base Camp (5,550m).
Day 17-25:	The Climb You will establish 2 camps above Baruntse Base Camp. The first (ABC) is placed on the flat expanses of the glacier and at the foot of the South East Ridge, at an altitude of 6,000m. In effect, this is your launch pad from which you set about climbing the mountain. Camp (C1) is on the South-East Ridge proper at a height of 6,450m. From this camp, you climb to the summit.
Day 26:	Depart ABC, descend West Col The main expedition group packs up and leaves ABC, crossing the West Col to rendezvous with our porters at the head of the Hongu Valley.
Day 27 - 32:	Trek out via the Mera La and Zatrwala
Day 33:	Fly Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 34:	At leisure in Kathmandu
Day 35:	Fly home

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is adventure travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it! Weather conditions, availability of porters and the health of team members can all contribute to changes. The guides and their Sherpa assistants will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if necessary.

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Reports & Reviews

First Expedition: April 2000
Total: 3 trips

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