Chulu East: Geography and Name
Elevation recorded at 6,584 m (21,601 ft).
Located in the Damodar Himal range above Manang.
Technical Grade: Involves climbing a broken glacier with crevasses and a sharp final snow ridge.
Elevation
6,584 m
21,601 ft
Location
Manang District
Annapurna Region
Best Season
Spring & Autumn
Mar–May / Sep–Nov
Standard Route
South East Ridge
Nepal Side
The High Summit of Damodar Himal
Chulu East is higher than Chulu West and presents a more technically complex objective.
Overlooking the Manang Valley, it demands good glacier skills and navigation.
Key Highlights
- Higher than Chulu West at 6,584 m.
- Superb views of the entire Annapurna Massif and Thorong Peak.
- Less frequent climbers compared to Chulu Far East.
Quick Facts
First Ascent
1955 (German Team)
Parent Range
Damodar Himal, Himalayas
Coordinates
28.7350° N, 84.0550° E
Beyond the Basics
Chulu East: Climbing & Trekking Guide
Route, acclimatisation and permit notes for Chulu East from the Nepal Side side, plus practical safety advice.
Chulu East: Climbing Routes
Approached via the Jhame/Leder valley from the main Annapurna Circuit path.
- South East Ridge Line: Involves navigating glaciated icefall and steep snow slopes.
Chulu East: Permits, Season and Safety
The standard season on Chulu East is Spring & Autumn (Mar–May / Sep–Nov). Crevasse Danger: Roped team travel required across the upper glacier.
Approaches to Chulu East begin from Nepal Side in Manang District, where the main objective is the South East Ridge. Confirm current permit, insurance, and national park requirements before departure.
- Permits required: NMA Peak Permit & ACAP Permit.
- Best months: Spring (Apr-May) and Autumn (Oct-Nov).
- Elevation: 6,584 m (21,601 ft).
Chulu East: Approach and Acclimatisation
Plan for road travel to the Nepal Side trailhead, then several days of walking before you reach the foot of Chulu East. Gain height gradually, take a rest day before moving to high camp, and keep a spare weather day in reserve during Spring & Autumn.
Summit day on a 6,584 m objective is long, so start early and set a clear turn-around time. If the South East Ridge is crowded or the snow is unstable, waiting a day is almost always better than pushing on.
Chulu East: Facts and Figures
Chulu East "Manang Sky Peak" stands at 6,584 m in Manang District, Annapurna Region. The figures below summarise the mountain for trip planning.
- First Ascent: 1955 (German Team)
- Parent Range: Damodar Himal, Himalayas
- Coordinates: 28.7350° N, 84.0550° E