Thorong Peak Climbing | Thorong Peak Expedition
Itinerary
Your Journey, Step by Step
Good to Know
Your Journey, Step by Step
Fitness
Climbing Mt. Thorong requires good physical fitness and the capability to walk for several hours a day, often at high altitudes over rough terrain. A good level of cardiovascular fitness, endurance, and strength is essential for completing Thorong Peak climbing safely and successfully. It is advised for the climbers to involve in physical exercises like running, swimming, and short hiking at higher altitudes to improve physical strength. To be successful, it is essential to be familiar with mountaineering equipment such as crampons, ropes, and jumar ascenders.
Drinking Water
Trekkers or climbers are required to drink 3-4 liters of water per day to save energy and stay hydrated throughout the journey. While trekking, drinking water is available at teahouses and lodges with bottled water or mineral water. Drinking water is available at various sources from springs or water taps but it is recommended to use a water purifier before drinking.
Other Facilities
Electricity and Internet Facilities
All the teahouses along the trekking trail offer electricity and internal facilities to the trekkers or mountaineers. Getting access to the internet and electrical services to charge electronic devices comes with some additional charges.
On the day at Thorong Base Camp, access to internet and electricity facilities is not available. Be fully prepared with fully charged electronics or carry power banks.
ATM and Money Exchange
ATM services and the facility to exchange currency are unavailable during trekking or climbing periods at higher altitudes. It is advisable to withdraw enough money and carry enough Nepali currency before beginning the journey in Thorong Peak.
Food and Accommodation
Along the trail, several teahouses are offering basic accommodation facilities such as twin-sharing rooms including beds, pillows, blankets, bed sheets, and mattresses. The tea houses offer a shared dining table for all trekkers staying there to make the dining environment joyful. They offer local dishes like Dal. Bhat and Curry are highly nutritious and provide enough energy for the next day’s trekking.
During the day at base camp, accommodation takes place in tents, and food is provided by the cook hired by a company.
Packing List
Clothing
sunhat, sun scarf, and sunglasses
T-shirt
Fleece Jacket or Sweater
Waterproof or Windproof Jacket
Hiking shorts and trekking trousers
Underwear
Thick warm and woolen socks
Hiking boots and warm socks
Gears and Accessories
Sleeping bag
Tent and necessary equipment for camping
Duffel bags
Trekking poles
Water bottles
Toiletries
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Small Wash Towel
Miscellaneous items
Binoculars
Cameras and extra batteries
Head torch
Playing cards
Equipment
Climbing boots
Crampons
Ice axe
Rope
Snow gaiters
Jumer ascender
Harness
Note: All the necessary equipment for mountaineering and trekking is provided by our company.
Altitude Sickness and Prevention
The Thorong Peak climbing reaches an elevation of 6,144 meters/20,157 feet at the summit. The possibility of altitude sickness may come into existence while climbing in the Himalayas at a low oxygen level. To avoid altitude sickness, it is essential to prepare adequately which includes acclimatization exercises, and maintaining a slow pace while ascending.
Drinking enough water and consuming a high-calorie diet, avoiding smoking and alcohol can also help prevent high altitude issues.
Guide and Porters
Bold Himalaya is committed to providing a knowledgeable and experienced guide with extreme care and thoughtfulness to ensure valuable support for your journey. Since peak climbing is technical, guides and porters are the helping hands to reach the top of mountains and help to navigate the terrain of the mountains.
Guides assist climbers by setting ropes and providing navigation with axes and crampons also they ensure safety and help to communicate with locals. Similarly, porters assist you in carrying the luggage maximum weight up to 20 kg ensuring your journey remains unburdened and blissful.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory as per the government rule before taking part in an adventurous climbing expedition in Nepal. The Thorong Peak climbing reaches an elevation of 6,144 meters/20,157 feet. As the climbing takes part in higher altitude of the Himalayas some sudden incidents such as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), injury, or snowfall might occurs. Concerning climbers’ safety, travel insurance should be made that covers all the medicinal expenses and helicopter rescue facilities.
Visa Process to Enter Nepal
Foreign citizens from all countries except India and China require a tourist visa to visit Nepal and participate in travel or adventurous activities. For acquiring a tourist visa to Nepal, you will have to go through the following process:
Your original passport with a validity of at least six months.
One recent passport-size photo
The completed and signed a tourist visa application form
Valid return flight or travel ticket and proof of sufficient financial means.
Proof of having paid the Nepal visa fee.
FAQs
Your Questions, Answered
Is Thorong Peak Climbing suitable for beginners?
Climbing to Thorong Peak involves technical terrain, requiring skill and climbing experience. Climbers will encounter steep rock faces, icy slopes, and narrow ridges during the climb, and the use of technical equipment such as rope, ice axes, and harnesses comes in handy. So, the climb is recommended for climbers who are familiar with technical equipment and has small mountaineering experience.
When is the best time to do Thorong Peak climbing?
The best climbing time runs from March to May and September to November when the weather condition is favorable and lesser chance to experience heavy windy snow and temperatures below zero degree Celsius.
Where is Thorong Peak located?
Thorong Peak is located in the Annapurna region and is situated in the south of Thorong La Pass – one of the highest mountain pass.
What permits are required for Thorong Peak Climbing?
The permits required for Thorong Peak climbing are listed below:
Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Card
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
Local Government Permit
Nepal Mountaineering Association Permit
Is Thorong Peak climbing safe for all travelers?
Any type of adventurous journey like Thorong Peak climbing with Bold Himalaya shall be safe and secure for all trekkers or climbers.
Can I communicate with my friend or relatives during the Thorong Peak Climbing journey?
While in lower regions, there won’t be any trouble in connecting and communicating with friends or relatives on a daily basis. But while in higher altitudes regular communications with friends or relatives can be quite a big deal.
How many days will it require to complete Thorong Peak climbing?
The duration to complete the climbing journey may vary on weather conditions, acclimatization day, and fitness level of the climbers. According to the planned itinerary, it will require around 18 days including arrival, acclimatization, reserve, and departure day.
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