Saribung (6346m) is a newly opened trekking peak in Nepal. It lies in the remote corner of Mustang district near
the Damodar Himalaya, close to Nepal
–Tibet border. Only very few climbers have attempted summit to this peak. Saribung Peak climbing would be ideal for those who wish to explore off the beaten
track amidst natural wilderness.
Saribung peak climbing trip begins with a scenic
drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara, and next day morning make a flight to Jomsom,
Mustang’s District Headquarters and from Jomsom we begin our trek same day to
Kagbeni, Chele, Geling, Tsarang, Lo Manthang, Dhi Gaon, Luri Gomba, Ghuma
Tanti, Namta Khola and finally step foot at Saribung base camp, where you will
have a complete rest for one day for acclimatization. Next day morning you will
climb to the peak and enjoy the views from the summit.
After the summit, you will retrace back to Saribung
base camp and then walk down to Manang until you reach to Bulbule and then
drive back to Kathmandu. Mustang – at the head of the Kali Gandaki River, north
of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalaya, lies one of the most culturally
interesting and scenically dramatic region in Nepal.
This is one of the very popular trekking regions in
Nepal. The Home Ministry of Nepal announced the Opening of the restricted areas
in October 1991. There is also strict control in obtaining a special permit
from the Department of Immigration to protect their tradition from outside
influence as well as to protect the environment. According to government rule,
only organized trekking groups are allowed to trek in Mustang. The region of
Tibetan influence, Kaligandaki, from the Tibetan border south to Kagbeni is
generally referred to as "Upper Mustang". The upper mustang trek of 19 day may be through an almost tree-less barren landscape, a steep rocky
trail up and down hill and panoramic views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri
and several other peaks make your trek memorable one.
Technically, Saribung peak is not challenging to
climb but physical fitness is important, as there are some high mountains
passes need to cross. When we return from the summit climb to Saribung Peak we
will continue our trek to Nar Phu village, on our way to Besisahar and finally
board a vehicle to reach Kathmandu.