Welcome to Gurla Mandata
Mt. Churen is among the seventh series’ mountain in the Dhaulgiri range. It has three pinnacles, which are called; Churen west 7371m., Churen central 7375m and Churennorth( 7371m); and among which the central is remembered to the chief one.
Routes: Kathmandu-Pokhara-Baglung and Beni by bus and after by jeep to Darbang after Darbang, with the help by porter for carrying all expedition goods, it takes 5 days to reach at base camp. On the way, there are Dharpatan, Takum, Lumsung and the last village is call Gurja village.
Beyond Gurja, there are no any villages. After Guruja Village by walking up steep on the wood way, we reach BurjungKharka via DarsingKharka; where we can establish our tent for the night halt. From there, following along the river side of Kapekhola, we reach in the base camp which in takes four hrs. Its base camp is located at 4800m high.
Its base camp of ChurenHimal and the Gurja Mountain’s base camp are at the same height. From this base camp, the ChurenHimal’s base camp-1 and its pinnacle can be clearly visible. To climb Churen himal it’s not so easy. Also, we should fix two high camps to reach there. In its east, the Dhaulagiri 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are located. And the PuthaHimal is in its west. This mountain can be climbed through the south west ridge. Furthermore, the best season is April – May & October & November every year.
Safety Kit:
1. Never trek alone. So, hire a guide if you can’t find companion.
2. Choose trekking companies/guides with eco friendly concepts.
3. And get information about high altitude sickness.
4. Also, carry a good medicine kit.
5. Watch while you are walking. And, don’t step backward blindly while taking photos.
6. Therefore, time your trek generously. Also, taking rest while trekking is not a sign of weakness.
Therefore, the cost will vary depending on the group size. More duration of days and services required. Please contact us via our email gurilamandatatrek@yahoo.com with your Details to obtain a Quot. Gurla Mandata Trekking