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Kusum Kangaru Peak (6,367m)
Kusum Kangaru PeakKusum Kangaru 6367m is one of the rocky and frozen peaks. This forms the border between the Dudhkosi in the south and Hinku Valley to the north. Its name creating in Sherpa language means the Three Snow-White Gods. This climb is suggested only for participants who have enough alpine mountaineering experience.
This peak can be climbed from south East Ridge route or north Ridge route.

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.

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.

Suggested Itinerary
Day 01:

Arrival in Kathmandu transfer to hotel/welcome Dinner (D)

Day 02:
Rest day at official work and briefing for Kusum Kangru peak climbing (B,L,D)
Day 03:
From Kathmandu to Lukla by flight (B,L,D)
Day 04:
Lukla to Chutanga (B.L.D)
Day 05:
Chutanga to Yake Kharka (B.L.D)
Day 06:
Rest day at Yake Kharka