Everest Region (Khumbu) · climb
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Reviewed by Blake Penson, Expedition Advisor. Two decades in the mountains, the Seven Summits, two Everest expeditions.
Last reviewed 9 October 2026
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ERTI 4.62 overall
Based in United States
★ 5.0 · 1 review on Baruntse · Last review: Nov 2023
Price: From $10,450 USD · guide-listed package price · last updated Jul 2026
Facts and information about climbing Baruntse, a 7000 meter peak in the Himalayas of Nepal. Compare prices, dates, itineraries and authenticated reviews.
Any trip to Baruntse will begin with a flight into Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), in Kathmandu. Most guides will opt to meet here and arrange for transportation to Lukla. From Lukla, it takes about one week of trekking to reach the base camp. Your travel route will vary depending on the expedition you choose. Please refer to the individual guides expeditions for more information.
Weather: During the climbing season, temperatures are warm to hot in the valley as the mountain is approached. Temperatures then drop rapidly as elevation is gained and are well below freezing at the summit. The spring climbing season generally means there is more snow on the mountain. Toward the end of the autumn climbing season, temperatures are the coldest., Best Time to Visit: April to May, September to October, Average Expedition Length 35 days
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Summitclimb
Baruntse · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
Would thoroughly recommend SummitClimb for Himalayan expeditions. Very professional and excellent attention to detail. They were happy to cater to personalise itinerary. Dan and his staff made us all feel part of the team. They handled a medical emergency calmly and effectively.…
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Last updated 3 July 2026 (newest review or price update for this route).
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As of 14 October 2026, 1 operator has 1 verified client review for Baruntse on ExpedReview.
Summitclimb (5.0★ from 1 review, latest November 2023).
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