When is the best season to climb Baruntse?
The climbing season on Baruntse is during the spring (April/May) and fall (September/October). At http://www.summitclimb.com/, we feel that October is the best time to climb, because of the high pressure system that typically settles in during that time. October typically has less precipitation and wind than other times of the year.



Do I need any experience to climb Baruntse?
Relative to many Himalayan peaks, Baruntse is a straight forward climb. Climbers on Baruntse use ropes fixed by Sherpas, which make the technical sections much easier to climb. It is helpful if perspective climbers have experience with high altitude prior to climbing Baruntse. Many climbers choose to climb Mera Peak on the way to Baruntse to help with acclimatization and to learn/refine skills. At 23,389’, Baruntse is a serious mountain, but most very fit hikers/climbers have the ability to summit Baruntse.

Is it worth climbing Baruntse? How is the view?
Baruntse is definitely a worthwhile climb. Set in a more remote valley in Nepal, the trek to Baruntse is much less crowded than the Khumbu Valley and gives climbers a very authentic Nepali experience. The climbing on Baruntse is moderate, but still quite stimulating and exposed. The views on summit day are some of the best in Nepal. Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu are all visible from the summit.

Do I need any special equipment to climb Baruntse?
Baruntse is 23,389’ tall and has sections of technical climbing. Some of the require equipment include 7-8000m climbing boots, crampons, ice axe, harness, ascender, helmet, and 8000m parka and pants. For a complete list of the clothing and equipment require to climb Baruntse, see our gear list here: https://www.summitclimb.com/climb/baruntse/#personal-team-equipment

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