Chhukung Chuli Overview

Other Name

Chhukung Tse

Peak ID

CHUK

Status

Opened

Elevation

5550 M / 19137 FT

Latitude

27º 56' 20"

Longitude

86º 52' 38"

History

1st ascent on

3 Apr, 1953 A.D

1st ascent by

John Hunt,
Tenzing Norgay Sherpa,
Chhukung Chuli is located in the Solukhumbu district of Nepal. It is amongh the premium peaks around the world with extension along the Mahalangur sub range. Chhukung along with Pokalde and Island peak form widely held Three Peaks of Khumbu. This peak is well known for its magnificent panaromic and adventurous outlook. Chhukung is perfect for the beginners with no alpine mountaineering experience.

Location

  • Province:

    Province 1

  • Mountain Range:

    Khumbu

  • District:

    Solukhumbu

  • Municipality/Rural Municipality:

    Khumbu Pasang Lhamu

Nearest help center

( from the basecamp along
the caravan route )

  • Police post:

    Namche 22.2KM

  • Army post:

    Namche 22.2KM

  • Health centre/post:

    Namche 22.2KM

  • Tourist police post:

    Lukla 38.8KM

  • Nearest settlement :

    Dingboche 3.6KM

Royalty Fees

  • Nepalese (NRs):

    Sp 4000, Au 2000, Wi/Su 1000

  • Foreigners (USD):

    Sp 250, Au 125, Wi/Su 70

How to get there

  • From Kathmandu:

    Flight to Lukla

  • Caravan route:

    Lukla-Namche-Khumjung-Dingboche-BC

  • Caravan route
    length:

    38.8KM through Lukla

  • Climbing route
    length:

    4.1KM

  • Duration:

    14 Days

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