Lhotse Expedition (8516m)

Lhotse Expedition (8516m)

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Lhotse Expedition (8516m)

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Experience the awe-inspiring challenge of conquering Lhotse, the majestic peak standing at an impressive 8,516 meters, making it the fourth highest mountain globally. Situated in the Everest region of Nepal, straddling the Nepal-China border, Lhotse is a proud member of the Mahalangur range in the Himalayas. Its name, derived from Tibetan, translates to the 'South Peak,' as it extends southward from Mount Everest. Complementing its grandeur are two subsidiary peaks: Lhotse Shar, towering at 8,383 meters, and Lhotse Middle, standing at an impressive 8,414 meters.

The historic ascent of Lhotse commenced with a Swiss expedition led by Ernst Reiss and Fritz Luchsinger in 1956, as part of the Swiss Mount Everest/Lhotse Expedition. This pioneering team successfully reached the summit via the Everest South Col route, navigating the challenging Yellow Band. Since then, the summits of all Lhotse peaks have been conquered, marking a testament to human perseverance and exploration.

Embarking on a Lhotse Expedition presents climbers with a formidable challenge, characterized by technical difficulties and treacherous conditions. Battling fierce blizzards, steep ridges, and icy temperatures, particularly towards the summit, requires unwavering determination and skill. However, the ultimate test lies in overcoming the infamous Lhotse Face, also known as the western CWM (Cwm). This towering wall of glacial blue ice, rising 1,125 meters, presents climbers with steep pitches and daunting bulges. Success demands impeccable footwork, mastery of ice climbing techniques, and the strategic placement of fixed ropes to navigate this formidable section.

Ascending Lhotse promises a once-in-a-lifetime experience, offering unparalleled vistas of the world's highest Himalayan peaks. From the vantage point of the summit, adventurers can marvel at the majestic beauty of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lobuche, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, Nirekha, and more, etching memories that will last a lifetime.

Why choose to embark on the Lhotse Expedition with us? Contact us for further details. Our team boasts a cadre of highly experienced Sherpas, who have summited Lhotse numerous times, alongside skilled and tactful high-altitude porters. With their unwavering support and expertise, we ensure that your dream of conquering one of the world's most stunning mountains becomes a reality.

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Trip Information

Start : Kathmandu
Finish : Kathmandu
Difficulty : Strenous
Max Altitude : 8,516 m meters
Group Size : 1-10 People
Season : Spring

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TRIP ITINERARY

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Food

Dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1350

On your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met and welcomed by our airport representative. You will be greeted traditionally with flower garlands. The representative will then take you to your hotel where you will be served welcome drinks. In the afternoon, you can take a stroll around and visit shops, restaurants and bars.
Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1350

Today, you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, and Pashupatinath. Alternatively, you can choose Bhakatapur and Patan sightseeing. By late afternoon you will drive back to your hotel.
Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1350

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

2886

After early-morning breakfast, our guide will pick you up from the hotel and drive to the domestic airport terminal. Receive your boarding pass and fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) that takes about 35 minutes. The flight offers you up close views of the Himalayas and romantic landscapes of hills, farms and rivers.

On arrival to Lukla, you will begin 3 hours trek to Phakding (2640 m.). You start your trek from Lukla with a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. Mt. Nupla (5885m) which can be seen in the distance is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a wonderful valley to your right; and Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.) to the far end.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

3440

Namche Bazaar (3440m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and opens out only where it faces the Bhote Koshi.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

3440

It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche. For acclimatization you walk up to Khumjung where you can visit a monastery. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawoche, and Kwangde and so on. Or you can take an hour's walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for an outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

3867

As you climb through the forested zone, the incline eases and a splendid view appears. You continue climbing the mountainside diagonally until you come to the stone gate built by lamas which marks your entry into Tyangboche (3860m).
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

4260

Dingboche is a beautiful patchwork of fields enclosed by stone walls protecting the crops of barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold winds and grazing animals.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

4260

There are some breathtaking views of the North face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge as you explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak. The walk is short with a good chance to relax in the afternoon. You have another option as you can hike up to Chhukum. From here you can enjoy the panoramic view of Island peak, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Tawoche peak and others.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

4930

The onward journey leads north for up to 50-minutes until you come to a Mani-prayer Stupa. The trail follows a downward path to Pheriche village. Today's walk offers views of the Mt.Tawache, Ama Dablam and to the north-Pokalde (5741m), Kongma-tse (5820m) and the great wall of Nuptse. After two hours walk, the trail from Pheriche joins near Dugla (4595m) before a small wooden bridge over the river of Khumbu glacier.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

camp

Elevation

5486

Trek up the valley following the rocky moraine path, view icy glacial ponds and icebergs down below of the Khumbu glacier. Gorakshep is the location of the original Everest Base Camp with the new camp being further up the valley. Now the trail winds through a rocky path and the Khumbu glacier. The view of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbu Tse appears at the front of you.
Stay overnight Camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

camp

Stay all the nights in tents.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

5486

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

3867

Tyangboche is a small village with a famous monastery offering you splendid views of Ama Dablam, lush green hills and river views.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

3440

The walk from Tyangboche is mostly downhill on the main busy trail with a few steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at Phungitenga, near to Shanasha. The walk to Namche is very scenic on a long winding path. En route you will visit traditional villages of Khumjung and Khunde. From Khumjung village another 30 minutes walk brings you to the village of Khunde.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

2886

The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for a few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote-Koshi River crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight stay.
Stay overnight in lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1350

You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food

Breakfast

As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

a) Kathmandu

Pick-up and drop-off service

All airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle

Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu

5 night hotel accommodation with breakfast at 5 star standards hotel

Sightseeing in Kathmandu

One full day city sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley with private A/C vehicle and English speaking tour guide including entrance fees

Farewell Dinner

Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening

Souvenir

b) Trekking and Climbing

Flight Tickets

Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu

Permits

Expedition royalty and permit from Government of Nepal to climb Mt. Lhotse, entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park, TIMS card and Local government entrance fee

Khumbu Ice Fall charge

Climbing charge to Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC)

Liaison Officer

1 Government Liaison officer with full equipments, salary, transportation, accommodation and insurance (US$2500) as per government rule

Garbage Management Fee

Garbage transfer & garbage disposal fees

Insurance

Medical & Emergency rescue insurance for all involved Nepalese staffs during the entire trip as per government rule

Expedition Stuffs Transportation

All necessary equipments transportation for all climbing members and staffs from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu by air cargo, Lukla to Base Camp and back to Lukla by porters / yaks

Member Luggage

Up to 60 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters /yaks

Food

3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) including tea and coffee during the trek and Base Camp, appropriate foods for high altitude to all climbing crews at Base Camp and above

Lodging

Lodge based accommodation during the trek, and well-managed Base Camp set up for climbing members & Staff at Base Camp

Porters

Porter per member up to Base Camp from Lukla and from Base Camp to Lukla

Base Camp Staffs

Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen helpers as per group size

Staff Salary and allowance

All involved Nepalese staffs & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipments, foods & clothing

Base Camp Tent

Each member will have individual tent in Base Camp

Base Camp equipments

Foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning tent, 1 Kitchen tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower tents, 1 Staffs tent, 1 tent for Nepalese Base Camp staffs, store tents, Tables, chairs & all necessary cooking gears like Epi gas, high pots, stove, etc.

Tents for High Camps

All tents for Camp 1, 2, 3 and 4

Heater

Heater at Base Camp in each Dining and other necessary camp

Solar/Generator

1 Solar panel and generator for lights and battery charge for laptop and other electronic devices at Base Camp

Ice Wall and Ladder Training

Ice wall and Ladder training at base camp by climbing guide

High Altitude Climbing Sherpa

Personal climbing guide/Sherpa (1 climbing member will have 1 climbing guide who is trained, experienced and Government license holder)

Climbing Sherpa Salary & Allowance

Salary, equipments, meals and clothing for climbing guide

Bonus

Carry bonus of Sherpas and route fixing charges

Oxygen (O2) Bottle

4 oxygen bottles (4 ltrs.) for each member and 2-oxygen bottle for each high-altitude Sherpa

Oxygen Mask & Regulator

1 Set of Oxygen mask & regulator for each member and high-altitude Sherpa

Back up Sets

Back up Oxygen Cylinder, mask and regulator (with appropriate additional charge)

Gamow Bag

1 Rescued sled (Gamow bag) for emergency

High camp service

High Altitude Tents, EPI gas, cooking pots, High altitude food for member, Sherpa and other crews at (C1) (C2) (C3) and (C4)

Ropes

All required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing

Rope Fixing Team

The team of experienced Sherpa will fix the route in Everest (no extra charge will be applied to members)

Satellite Phone

Satellite Phone for emergency communication available for members with appropriate charge

Walkie-Talkie

Walkie –Talkie for communication from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp

Permits

Satellite Phone / walkie-talkie permits

Internet Service

Internet facility (1 Mbps) will be available at the Base Camp with additional charge

First Aid Kit

Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staffs

Certificate

Certificate (Lhotse 8516 m. climbing certificate issued by Tourism Ministry after climbing Mt. Lhotse successfully)

Tax and VAT

Tax, VAT and our service charge

Lunch & Dinner

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from trekking / expedition than the scheduled itinerary)

Extra night in Kathmandu

Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking / expedition due to any reason than the scheduled itinerary)

Travel Insurance

Medical and personal high risk travel insurance which should cover helicopter evacuation cost and medical treatment cost incase required

Rescue Evacuation

Medical and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs)

Personal Expenses

Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages (However we will provide soft drinks for members at base camp)

Personal Equipments

Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, personal trekking /climbing Gears

Toiletries

Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and your other personal items used to keep yourself clean

Filming

Permit fee for special filming by using camera or drone

Internet

Internet service is available with extra charge during the trek and Base Camp

Summit Bonus

Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa (Normally US$1500 applies to full board member)

Tips

Tips for Base Camp and other involved staffs

Service above Base Camp

If you are taking just Base Camp services, then there will be zero service from company above base camp

Rope Fixing

The cost for using fixed rope during the expedition will apply to base camp service users

Extra services

Any other services or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary

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