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Fixed Depatures
Lhotse (8,516 m/27,940ft) is located in the South of Everest massif, separated by the South col, this peak is the fourth highest mountain in the world. The Swiss were the first to climb this mountain in 1956 on the West face, whereas by the Czech on the South face in 1984. Though Lhotse-shar, Middle Lhotse, Lhotse east makes the Lhoste massif, but we climb the highest peak of the Lhotse massif via the normal route. Lhotse expedition begins after a panoramic flight to Lukla, following the classis Everest route, we set up base camp on same as Everest Base camp, after our strong team of Sherpas set up various camps, whereas members have the chance to up and down acclimatizing and on a favourable day we attempt to climb this mountain impressive mountain. |
Lhotse expedition departure 2023/2024 | ||
Days | Outlined itinerary | Overnight |
1 | Arrive at Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel. | Hotel |
2 | At leisure in Kathmandu/official formalities. | Hotel |
3 | Kathmandu at leisure/administrative formalities. | Hotel |
4 | Fly Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m)and trek to Phakding (2652m). | Lodge |
5 | Trek to Namche Bazaar (3445m). | Lodge |
6 | At leisure in Namche Bazaar (3445m). | Lodge |
7 | Trek to Tyangboche (3,867m). | Lodge |
8 | Trek via Pangboche to Dingboche (4400m). | Lodge |
9 | Rest day at Dingboche. | Lodge |
10 | Trek to Lobuche (4,912m). | Lodge |
11 | Trek to Base Camp (5300m). | Camp |
12 | Climb Mt. Lhotse using 3 camps above base camp. | Camp |
13 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
14 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
15 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
16 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
17 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
18 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
19 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
20 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
21 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
22 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
23 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
24 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
25 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
26 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
27 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
28 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
29 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
30 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
31 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
32 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
33 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
34 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
35 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
36 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
37 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
38 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
39 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
40 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
41 | Ascent of Lhotse. | Camp |
42 | Climbing period of Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m) | Camp |
43 | Cleaning up / Withdraw Base Camp. | Camp |
44 | Return trek to Pangboche (4000m). | Lodge |
45 | Namche Bazaar (3445m). | Lodge |
46 | Trek to Lukla (2840m). | Lodge |
47 | Fly back to Katmandu & transfer to Hotel. | Hotel |
48 | At leisure in Katmandu. | Hotel |
49 | Transfer to airport for international departure. | ///// |
E-mail us for cost & further details
Cost includes:
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing bed & breakfast basis,
- Climbing permit fee & all other applicable permits,
- Internal fight tickets & cargo fees,
- Cargo clearance & duties fees,
- Professional High altitude climbing Sherpa depending on number of members in group, 1 Government liaison officer backed by full BC cook, kitchen helpers,
- Equipment allowance, daily wages, insurance, food and shelter for above mentioned staff, porters and Liaison officer,
- All food, fuel and accommodation for member and Sherpa staffs throughout the expedition period at Base Camp & while approaching to/from Base Camp,
- Complete BC camping equipments,
- Garbage & stool shipped off charges from BC,
- Oxygen with mask & regulators for member & climbing sherpas,
- All transfers: airport-hotel-airport and related transfers,
- Agency service charge and related administrative fees,
- Camping & group equipments above Base camp: tents, ropes, snow bar, rock piton, shovel, ice-screws etc…
- Food & fuel above Base camp for member & climbing Sherpas,
- 1 Gamow bag / O2 for emergency use,
- Emergency Helicopter rescue arrangements,
Cost excludes:
- Air travel to/from Nepal,
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu,
- Drinks, laundry, postage, telephone bills, tips, all items of personal nature,
- Departure tax at Kathmandu int'l airport,
- Extra high altitude Sherpa if needed,
- Personal travel, high risk, accidental and medical insurance of member,
- Emergency rescue evacuations,
- Respective expenses if one returns earlier from the expedition due to sickness or emergency purpose.
- Any extra service not mentioned herein cost inclusion.
Personal gear list suggestion for Lhotse expedition
Most of the technical gears can be hired from us and majority of them also can be easily bought in Kathmandu. Please take only the strict necessary ones.
TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT
• Climbing Harness (1)
• Climbing boot (1 pair)
• Over Gaiter (1 pair)
• Strong Crampon (1 pair)
• Ski or trekking pole (Optional-1 pair)
• Backpack (1)
• Ice-Axe (1)
• Jumar (Ascender-1)
• Belay device (1)
• Carabiners (regular & twist lock)
FOR SLEEPING
• 4-5 season High Altitude Sleeping Bag (1)
• Base Camp Sleeping Bag (1)
• Therma-Rest foam pad (1)
• Foam pad (1)
MISCELLANEUS
• Camera gear
• Water bottle (1)
• Liter Thermos Flask (1 lit)
• Pee bottle (1)
• Sunglasses (two sets)
• Ski Goggle (Optional)
• Swiss Army knife (1)
• Daypack (1)
• Compressions stuff sacks
• Trash Compactor bags (3)
• Headlamp with spare batteries and bulbs
• Large duffle bags with lock (2)
FOR HEAD
• Woolen warm hat that fully covers your ears (1)
• Good sun hat (1)
• Neck gaiter
• Thick balaclava, very thin balaclava or face mask
• Sun cream
• Lips cream
FOR HAND
• Polypro gloves (1 pair)
• Heavy wool mitts (1 pair)
• Over mitts (Gore-tex) double liners
• Fleece/ wind stopper glove
CLOTHES
• Thick fleece pant (1)
• Fleece jacket (1)
• 4 T-shirts
• Cotton pants or trekking pants (2)
• Expedition T-shirts (2)
• Wind proof jacket (Goretex)
• Lightweight underwear
• Long underwear
• Long-sleeved shirts
• Down Jacket
• Down Pant
• Down suit if you do not have thick down jacket and down pants.
• Gore-Tex Shell Pants & Shell Jacket with hood
FOR LEGS
• Light hiking boots or trekking shoes
• Sandle or Sport shoes or low top shoes. For walking in the cities.
• Brand new wool or Pile Climbing socks
• Brand new liner socks
• Some lightweight socks
Group climbing equipments for Lhotse such as ropes, snow bar, ice-hammer, ice-screw, tent et will be provided by SOUTH ASIA TREKKING
HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS/MEDICINE
Though our Sherpa Guide/Leader will carry a comprehensive medical kit for purpose of using during the Lhotse Expedition period if any staffs felt sick, you should carry your personal medication as prescribed by your doctor. Or a Personal Medical Kit
IMMUNIZATION
At least six weeks before the departure for the expedition you will need to consult your doctor to work out an immunization schedules relevant to the Himalayas. You should normally be immunized against Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis A, Cholera, though you must also contact your doctor for necessary immunization details.
Vaccinations against the following diseases may be useful, although they might be difficult or expensive to obtain. Your doctor will let you know if they are appropriate:
• Rabies.
• Meningitis.
• Japanese Encephalitis.
DENTAL CHECKS
It is most important that you have a through dental examination before the expedition and have any necessary treatment carried out. Dental treatment on the mountain is likely to be drastic and traumatic!
Further detailed information regarding Lhotse Expedition gear list and other information will be sent you upon booking the expedition.
All Lhotse expedition material © South Asia Trekking Pvt. Ltd.
Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 2-3: At leisure in Kathmandu/official formalities.
Day 4: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m) and trek to Phakding (2652m).
Day 5: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3445m).
Day 6: At leisure in Namche Bazaar (3445m).
Day 7: Trek to Tyangboche (3,867m).
Day 8: Trek via Pangboche to Dingboche (4400m).
Day 9: Rest day at Dingboche.
Day 10: Trek to Lobuche (4,912m).
Day 11: Trek to Base Camp (5300m).
Day 12-42: Climbing period of Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m)
Day 43: Cleaning up Base Camp (5300m).
Day 44: Return trek to Pangboche (4000m).
Day 45: Namche Bazaar (3445m).
Day 46: Trek to Lukla (2840m).
Day 47: Fly back to Katmandu & transfer to Hotel.
Day 48: At leisure in Katmandu.
Day 49: Transfer to airport for international departure.
• Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing bed & breakfast basis,
• Climbing permit fee & all other applicable permits,
• Internal fight tickets & cargo fees,
• Cargo clearance & duties fees,
• Professional High altitude climbing Sherpa depending on number of members in group, 1 Government liaison officer backed by full BC cook, kitchen helpers,
• Equipment allowance, daily wages, insurance, food and shelter for above mentioned staff, porters and Liaison officer,
• All food, fuel and accommodation for member and Sherpa staffs throughout the expedition period at Base Camp & while approaching to/from Base Camp,
• Complete BC camping equipments,
• Garbage & stool shipped off charges from BC,
• Oxygen with mask & regulators for member & climbing sherpas,
• All transfers: airport-hotel-airport and related transfers,
• Agency service charge and related administrative fees,
• Camping & group equipments above Base camp: tents, ropes, snow bar, rock piton, shovel, ice-screws etc…
• Food & fuel above Base camp for member & climbing Sherpas,
• 1 Gamow bag / O2 for emergency use,
• Emergency Helicopter rescue arrangements,
Cost Excludes
• Air travel to/from Nepal,
• Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu,
• Drinks, laundry, postage, telephone bills, tips, all items of personal nature,
• Departure tax at Kathmandu int'l airport,
• Extra high altitude Sherpa if needed,
• Personal travel, high risk, accidental and medical insurance of member,
• Emergency rescue evacuations,
• Respective expenses if one returns earlier from the expedition due to sickness or emergency purpose.
• Any extra service not mentioned herein cost inclusion.
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