KUSUM KANGARU (6, 367m.)

One of technically and very challenging on all possible routes, Kusum Kanguru is an impressive rock and ice peak which forms the border between the Dudhkosi in the south and Hinku Valley to the north. Its name originating in Sherpa language means the Three Snow-White Gods. we are suggested only for participants who have enough alpine mountaineering experience.

South-East Ridge
The approach to the South East Face is from the Hinku valley side. From Lukla the base camp can be reached in 5 days. The ascent route to the main summit is through the South East Face. With a base cam at 4360m, two or three high camps are required to complete the climb.

Itinerary: - South- East Ridge Route
Day 01-05 : Fly to Lukla, trek to Hinku valley to South East base camp.
Day 07 : Acclimatization day.
Day 08-14 : Climb Kusum Kangaru.
Day 15-17 : Return trek to Lukla.
Day 18 : Fly back to Kathmandu.

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.

Itinerary: - North Ridge Route
Day 01 : Fly to Lukla,trek to Phakding.
Day 02-03 : Trek Monjo-Kusum Kangaru Base Camp.
Day 04 : Acclimatization day at Namche.
Day 05-11 : Climb Kusum Kangaru.
Day 12-13 : Return trek to Lukla.
Day 14 : Fly back to Kathmandu.