Himalchuli — Local services in Chum Nubri

Himalchuli: Nepal’s Mansiri Himal Challenge

-----------------Introduction---------------

Himalayan peak in Mansiri Himal, Lamjung and Gorkha districts, central Nepal. Highest peak: Himalchuli (7,893 m), first climbed in 1960 by a Japanese team. Within Manaslu Conservation Area, 120 km northwest of Kathmandu. Known for tough climbs, near Manaslu (8,163 m).

-----------Geographical Features--------------

Elevation: 7,893 m at Himalchuli; ranges from 1,500–8,000 m. Features steep ridges, icefalls, Burhi Gandaki Valley glaciers. Bordered by Manaslu (north), Annapurna Himal (west). Rugged terrain restricts high pass access.

-----------Tourism and Activities----------------

— Technical climbs on Himalchuli’s peaks. Trekking: Manaslu Circuit Trek (14–21 days), Burhi Gandaki Valley. — Experienced mountaineers, trekkers.

---------Socio-Cultural Significance-----------

Gurung, Tamang communities with Buddhist traditions. Cultural highlights: Tsum Valley monasteries, villages. Community tourism supports conservation, locals. Respect customs (e.g., sacred sites, modest dress).

---------Climate Change Impact---------

Glacial retreat in Burhi Gandaki impacts water, routes. Warming threatens snow leopard habitats. Conservation Area promotes sustainability, limited by funds. Monsoon intensity increases landslide risks.

--------How to Get There------------

By Air : Fly Kathmandu to Pokhara (30 min), drive to trail. By Road : Bus Kathmandu to Arughat (7–9 hrs), trek from Soti Khola. -Trekking: Circuit (10–14 days) to base. Permits : Manaslu Conservation Area (NPR 3,000 foreigners); restricted area...

Himalchuli is the second highest mountain in the Mansiri Himal, part of the Nepalese Himalayas. It lies south of Manaslu, one of the Eight-thousanders. Himalchuli has three main peaks: East (7893 m), West (7540 m) and North (7371 m). It is also often written as two words,...

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