This impressive rock and ice peak dominates the southern
end of the Charpati Himal, which separates the valley
of the Dhudh Koshi from the upper reaches of the Hinku
– Drangka. The northern end of this chain is dominated
by the spectacular fangs of Kangtega( 6779m/22241ft)
and Thamaserku( 6608m/21680ft). Kusum Kanguru is well
hidden until you get out of the valley, although it
can be glimpsed from the Namche trail at Ghat, from
where the west and south-west faces can be seen up the
valley of the Kusum Drangka. A complex, triple summited
mountain, Kusung Kanguru, also spelt Kusum Kanguru,
has at least five major ridges, and as many faces, of
which the north faces of the main summit is the most
awesome. The name Kusum Kanguru( or more correctly Kusum
Kangri) comes from Tibetan, meaning “ three snow
peaks”.
Kusum Kanguru has the reputation for beings
the most difficult without doubt increased by the level
“ trekking peak” , with all that entails.
It can in no way, even by its most moderate route, be
compared with the more straight forward climbs on summit
such as Island, Mera, or Pisang for instance. The climbing
is technically difficult, needing a high degree of commitment
and experience. Where as many Nepal’s peaks are
ideal for well- led groups with limited experience,
this mountain is not.
North Ridge
The North Ridge is approached from Monjo on the trail
to Namche Bazaar. From base camp ascend steep grass
and scree and finally a ramp leading to the ridge proper.
SAMPLE ITINERARY - South- East
Ridge Route
Day 01 : arrival int'l airport transfer
to hotel
Day 02 : KTM valley excursion Prepare
for trek
Day 03 : Fly Kathmandu to Lukla.
Days 04-05 : Trek Hinku valley to South
East base camp.
Day 06 : Acclimatization day.
Days 07-15 : Climb Kusum Kangaru.
Days 16-17 : Return trek to Lukla.
Day 18 : Fly Lukla to Kathmandu.
Day 19 : KTM shoping
Day 20 : Departure int'l airport KTM
SAMPLE ITINERARY - North Ridge
Route
Day 01 : Arrival int'l airport transfer
to hotel
Day 02 : KTM valley excursion Prepare
for trek
Day 03 : Fly Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek
to Phakding.
Days 04-05 : Trek Monjo-Kusum Kangaru
Base Camp.
Day 06 : Acclimatization day at Namche.
Days 07-12 : Climb Kusum Kangaru.
Days 13-14 : Return trek to Lukla.
Day 15 : Fly Lukla to Kathmandu Transfer
to hotel
Day 16 : KTM shoping
Day 17 : Departure int'l airport KTM
The trek cost covers:
Includes: All ground transfers. Fully organized trek
(Sirdar, cook, guide, kitchen boy, Porters, two-person
dome tents, dining tent, toilet tent, foam mattresses,
camping stools and tables). Three meals a day, tea/coffee,
peak fee if any, and National Park fees). All air transfers
within Nepal if applicable. Three Star Hotel accommodation
in Kathmandu on Bed and Breakfast twin share basis.
Tourist Class Hotel accommodation on the same basis
in others cities if applicable.
What it does not covers:
Sleeping Bag, personal clothing, and equipment International
flights, visas, meals in cities, airport taxes, excess
baggage charges, personal laundry, soft drinks and alcoholic
beverages. Travel insurance and medical insurance. Tips
to tour leader and other staff members. Emergency rescue
by helicopter, medication and hospitalization in case
of illness and trip delays.
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