In the most amazing mountainous amphitheaters of the world and near to the Annapurna South is the beautiful peak Hiunchuli. It is a treat for the dare devils as the route to the peak is not well defined, and trekkers have to experiment on their own.


Fast Facts

Location	Annapurna Region of Nepal
Height	6441m (21,131 feet)
Region	Annapurna Himal, Gandaki
Convenient Center	Pokhara
Nearest Major Airport	Kathmandu (Minor at Pokhara)
Best Time for Trek	July to October

The Route Map
Here is a chance to get the real taste of adventure. Though expert climbers do not consider Hiunchuli peak as a difficult trek, the expedition route is the most complicated and experimental as well. The following is a possible day-to-day route map to the peak:

• Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu
• Day 02: Sightseeing around of the Kathmandu valley.
• Day 03: Flight: Kathmandu - Pokhara.
  Drive to Nayapul (1 hr). Trek to Syaulibazar (4 hrs). Camp.
• Day 04: Trek Syaulibazar to Ghandrung. (4 hrs). Camp.
• Day 05: Trek Ghandrung to Tadapani (5 hrs). Camp.
• Day 06: Trek Tadapani to Chhomrong (5-6 hrs). Camp.
• Day 07: Rest Day at Chhomrong. Camp.
• Day 08: Trek Chhomrong to Bamboo (4 hrs). Camp.
• Day 09: Trek Bamboo to Himalayan Hotel (4 hrs). Camp.
• Day 10: Trek to Machhapuchre Base Camp (3,700m) (4 hrs). Camp.
• Day 11: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) (2 hrs). Camp.
• Day 12: Rest / Exploration Day at the Base Camp.
• Day 13: Trek to Hinko Cave (Base Camp).
• Day 14: Rest / Exploration Day around the Base Camp.
• Day 15: Trek to High Camp.
• Day 16: Make to summit of Hiunchuli (6,441 m / 21,131 ft). Return to Base Camp.
• Day 17: Trek back to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700m) (7 hrs). Camp.
• Day 18: Trek back to Himalayan Hotel (5 hrs). Camp.
• Day 19: Trek Himalayan Hotel to Chhomrong (6-7 hrs). Camp.
• Day 20: Trek Chhomrong to Tadapani (5 hrs). Camp.
• Day 21: Trek Tadapani to Ghorepani (4 hrs). Camp.
• Day 22: Hike up to Poon Hill early morning for the stunning mountain views.
  Trek to Hile (5 hrs). Camp.
• Day 23: Trek Hile to Nayapul (3 hrs).
  Drive to Pokhara. Free to explore. Hotel.
• Day 24: Flight: Pokhara - Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight.
• Day 25: Free day to explore and enjoy Kathmandu.
• Day 26: Final Departure.

Faces to the Hiunchuli Peak Trek
South-east Face Route
Base camp route begins from Hinku Cave on the Annapurna Sanctuary trail. After establishing the first camp somewhere above the valley floor, two camps are established further to make it to the top. Trekkers on this route can become victim of rock fall and dangers.

North-West Face Route
This route commences from Pokhara valley and proceeds slowly towards Annapurna Base camp located at the height of 4300m. It is followed by a day kept for acclimatization. Annapurna Base camp is also known as the Hiunchuli Base camp. Three to four days are kept for the ascent of this peak. After this trekkers can move to Pokhara valley.