HIUNCHULI PEAK Climbing

Hiunchuli Peak (6,441m/21,132ft), is an extension of the Annapurna South. Between this peak and Machhapuchhre is a narrow section of Modi Khola valley that provides the only access to Annapurna Sanctuary. Discovered by Col. Jimmy Roberts, it is one of major 3 peaks in the Annapurna Sanctuary. The other two are Tharpu Chuli and Singhu Chuli. Hiunchuli was first climbed in the year 1971 by an expedition led by U. S. Peace Corps volunteer, Graig Anderson.

The mountains around this area are considered sacred by Gurung people who inhabit this region.

Though not very technically difficult, it is one of the more difficult treks due to route finding difficulties and dangers from rock falling, avalanche and seracs. It has received little attention from climbers and is rarely climbed. It could be accessed through Southeast face or Northwest face, though the latter is seldom attempted. The trek requires technicality and some experience.

The trekking trail to Hiunchuli passes through steep and dense bamboo forests, menaced by unseen dangers of hanging glaciers.