Sunday, July 17, 2011

Everest Expedition (8848 m)


Most of the mountaineers have their dream to reach the summit of Everest in their life time. For many who are mainly trekkers are contended having the good view of it from Kalapatthar, Gokyo Ri or visiting Everest base camp. For many mountaineers successful Everest expedition is the ultimate goal of climbing in Himalayas of Nepal. Everest expedition via the South Col remains the most popular choice among the mountaineers as it gives the most assured means of reaching the top. Time spent over 8000m. is less in the approach to the summit on the south side as the summit is attempted in one push. Furthermore the south route has a good record of success due to the easy access of the route once it is opened by the first summiters of the season.

The popular Everest base camp trail is followed to reach the base camp for the Everest expedition. A short walk along the moraine leades to the icefall with large seracs and crevasses which is considered one of the obstacles for the expedition. Each year, experienced Sherpas fix this section with ropes and ladders which makes easier for the climbers to cross this section to reach Camp 1. The terrain is gradual climb to reach the Camp 2 near the top of the Western Cwm. From here climbing on mixed snow and ice leades way up the Lhotse Face to Camp 3. From the camp 3 climbing on moderate mixed snow and rocks is not easy which leads to South Col. the Camp 4. The route steepens after ascending snow slopes to reach the crest of the South East Ridge and easy climbing and then again steep clmbing leads to the South Summit. A short traverse to the Hillary Step and then climbing on short, steep rock and snow groove of notorious Hillary Step leades to the final easy ridge to the summit.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Official formalities and expedition preparation

Day 04: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding

Day 05: Trek to Namche

Day 06: Rest at Namche

Day 07: Trek to Tengboche

Day 08: Trek to Pheriche

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche

Day 10: Trek to Gorakhshep

Day 11: Trek to Kalapatthar & retrace Gorakhshep

Day 12: Trek to base camp

Day 13 - 52: Climbing period

Day 53: Retrace to Lobuche

Day 54: Trek to Pangboche

Day 55: Trek to Namche

Day 56: Trek to Lukla

Day 57: Fly to Kathmandu

Day 58: Free day in Kathmandu.

Day 59: Airport transfer for international flight.


LOGISTIC SUPPORT
US $ 19900. per person for the group of 4 – 5 pax
US $ 16490. per person for the group of 6 – 7 pax
US $ 15280. per person for the group of 8 – 9 pax
US $ 15000. per person for the group of 10 – 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff (sirdar, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer)
2. Flights to transfer climbing members, staff, liason officer and cargo of the climbing gear.
3. Food and fuel at the base camp
4. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
5. Trek support for climbing members from Lukla-base camp-Lukla.
6. Porters to carry loads from Lukla-base camp-Lukla
7. Royalty and peak permit
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.

Putha Hiuchuli Expedition


Putha Hiuchuli Expedition The Dhaulagiri range is blessed with some of the most impressive peaks and Putha Himchuli is one of them at the far west from the Dhaulagiri. Putha Hiunchuli offers many possible routes that can be explored and the climbing is technically challenging. It is said that the difficulty level of the climbing is comparable to any classic route of the French Alps. Putha Hiuchuli's south slopes offers different summit's base camps but the ascent route is technically difficult.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Official formalities & expedition preparation

Day 04: Drive to Darbang

Day 05: Trek to Takum

Day 06: Trek to Lamsang

Day 07: Trek to Gurja Gaon

Day 08: Trek to Darsinge Kharka

Day 09: Trek to Budzunge Kharka

Day 10: Trek to Putha Hiunchuli B. C.

Day 11 - 29: Climbing

Day 30: Retrace to Budzunge Kharka

Day 31: Trek to Gurja Gaon

Day 32: Trek to Lurang

Day 33: Trek to Takum

Day 34: Trek to Darbang

Day 35: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 36: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 37: Airport transfer for international flight.


LOGISTIC SUPPORT

US $ 3360. per person for the group of 4 – 6 pax
US $ 2800. per person for the group of 7 – 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff (Sirdar, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer)
2. Food and fuel at the base camp
3. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
4. Trek support for climbing members from Darbang - base camp - Darbang
5. Porters to carry loads from Darbang - base camp - Darbang
6. Royalty and peak permit
7. Kathmandu – Darbang – Kathmandu land transportation
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan.


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.

Pasang Lhamu Chuli Expedition(7350)


Pasang Lhamu Chuli ExpeditionPasang Lhamu Chuli is one of the recently opened new peaks for foreign expedition. The peak is about 5 km west – south of Cho Oyu and raises to the height of 7,350m. The peak was first climbed by an expedition team from West Ridge in 1996 and the sirdar was Ang Phurba Sherpa (Climbing guide and Director of Ang Rita Trek & Expedition). The route of south or east ridge is more difficult and has remained still unclimbed.

We will set up the Base Camp at 5,400m on the central moraine of Nampa La Glacier and the Advance Base Camp at 5,600m near the foot of West Ridge Nampa La. Camp I will be set up at 6,250m just below the second Col. The climbing from Camp I will require difficult work of pitching of fixed ropes on knife-edged ridge which will be the most difficult part of the expedition. Camp II will be set up at 7,100m on the snow hump just behind Triangular Rock Peak. Then we will traverse to right side to avoid rock obstacles. After a few pitches climbing up steep snow ridge we will traverse about 300m to the right and get to the last summit ridge. From here, we will climb up 3 more pitches to reach the real summit which is in fact, an ice pyramid not having enough space to stand on it. The summit provides unexpected close view of Everest and other high peaks.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Offical formalities in Kathmandu.

Day 04: Fly to Lukla. Trek to Phakding.

Day 05: Trek to Namche.

Day 06: Rest at Namche.

Day 07: trek to Thame.

Day 08: Trek to Arye

Day 09: Trek to Lunak

Day 10: Trek to Khajung

Day 11: Trek to Jagsamba ( base camp ).

Day 12 - 42: Climbing period.

Day 43: Retrace to Lunak

Day 44: Trek to Thame

Day 45: Trek to Namche

Day 46: Trek to Lukla

Day 47: Fly to Kathmandu

Day 48: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 49: Airport transfer for return flight.


LOGISTIC SUPPORT
US $ 3740. per person for the group of 4 - 6 pax
US $ 3400. per person for the group of 7 – 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff (sirdar, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer)
2. Flights to transfer climbing members, staff, liason officer and cargo of the climbing gear.
3. Food and fuel at the base camp
4. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
5. Trek support for climbing members from Lukla-base camp-Lukla.
6. Porters to carry loads from Lukla-base camp-Lukla
7. Royalty and peak permit
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan.


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.

Kang Guru Expedition (6981m)

Kang Guru peak is located between the solid mass o Annapurnas and Manaslu. We follow Annpurna trekking route up to Koto and proceed to Kang Guru base camp passing through traditional villages of Tibetan setting, Nar & Phu. Base camp will be pitched at 4250m, camp I at 5300m., Camp II at 6100m. and then long climbing on to the summit. The route presents some small technical difficulties and care should be taken for possible avalanches.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Official formalities & expedition preparation

Day 04: Drive to Beshisahar

Day 05: Trek to Ngadi

Day 06: Trek to Jagat

Day 07: Trek to Dharapani

Day 08: Trek to Koto

Day 09: Trek to Dharmasala

Day 10: Trek to Kang Guru base camp

Day 11 - 23: Climbing period

Day 24 - 29: Retrace to Beshisahar

Day 30: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 31: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 32: Airport departure for return flight.

( Basic logistic support starts with US $ 1300. per person for the group of 4 pax. ) For further details, please write to us:info@nepalfsun.com


LOGISTIC SUPPORT
US $ 2855. per person for the group of 4 – 6 pax
US $ 2470. per person for the group of 7 – 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff (Sirdar, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer)
2. Food and fuel at the base camp
3. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
4. Trek support for climbing members from Beshisahar - base camp Beshisahar
5. Porters to carry loads from Beshisahar - base camp - Beshisahar
6. Royalty and peak permit
7. Kathmandu – Beshisahar – Kathmandu land transportation
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.

Langtang Lirung Expedition (7234 m)

Langtang Lirung ExpeditionLangtang Lirung lies to the north of Langtang Valley and southwest of the eiththousander Shisha Pangma. It is the highest peak of Langtang Himal which forms the western portion of a complex of mountains including Jugal Himal between the Sun Koshi Valley in the east and Trisuli Gandaki Valley in the west. southwest of Shisha Pangma. Though the Peak is not so high among the major Himalayan peaks in Nepal, Langtang Lirung is notable for its large vertical relief, 5500m. above Trisuli Gandaki to the west in only 16 km. It has a large South Face posing a great challenge to the mountaineers. The peak was found out out by H W Tilman in 1949, it was successfully climbed only in 1978 via East Ridge making four camps in the approach. Most of the previous teams have climbed this peak via Southeast or Southwest Ridge routes.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Official formalities & expedition preparation

Day 04: Drive to Syabrubensi.

Day 05: Trek to Lama Hotel

Day 06: Trek to Langtang

Day 07: Trek to Kyangin Gompa

Day 08: Acclimatization in Kyangin Gompa, hiking on the peaks near Kyangin Gompa

Day 09: Trek to Langtang Lirung base camp

Day 10 - 30: Climbing

Day 31: Retrace to Kyangin

Day 32: Trek to Lama Hotel

Day 33: Trek to Syabru Bensi

Day 34: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 35: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 36: Airport transfer for return flight.


( Basic logistic support starts with US $ 1600. per person for the group of 4 pax. ) info@nepalfsun.com


LOGISTIC SUPPORT
US $ 3270. per person for the group of 4 - 6 pax
US $ 2780. per person for the group of 7 - 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff ( cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer )
2. Food and fuel at the base camp
3. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
4. Trek support for climbing members from Syabrubensi – base camp - Syabrubensi
5. Porters to carry loads from Syabrubensi - base camp - Syabrubensi
6. Royalty and peak permit
7. Kathmandu – Syabrubensi – Kathmandu land transportation
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.

Ganesh Himal Expedition (7429 m)

Ganest Himal ExpeditionGanesh Himal, a sub-range of the Himalayan mountain range, lie between the Budhi Gandaki and Trisuli Gandaki valleys, northwest of Kathmandu and east of Langtang Himal. Some of the peaks of Ganesh Himal lie on the boarder with Tibet. Although the peaks are of no height of more than 7500m. the Ganesh Himal enjoys great vertical relief over the nearby valleys, specially Ganesh II & Ganesh III . the highest peak in Ganesh Himal is Ganesh I ( Yangra ). Although the peak was first attemted by H. W. Tilman’s team back in 1950, the first ascent took place in 1955 by a Franco-Swiss Expedition team via the Southeast Face and Ridge.

Ganesh II ( Ganesh NW ) is notable for its exceptional steep rise above local terrain rising 5800m. from Burhi Gandaki in a horizental distance of about 16 km. There were several unsuccessful attempts on this peak from 1950s and finally summited in 1981 via Northeast Spur and North Face.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Official formalities & expedition preparation

Day 04: Drive to Syabrubensi.

Day 05: Trek to Paragoan

Day 06: Trek to Garthali

Day 07: Trek to Kalo Tuppa

Day 08: Trek to Thangjung Kharka

Day 09: Trek to Sanjung Kharka

Day 10: Trek to base camp

Day 11 - 30: Climbing

Day 31: Retrace to Thangjung Kharka

Day 32: Trek to Garthali

Day 33: Trek to Chilime

Day 34: Trek to Syabrubensi

Day 35: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 36: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 37: Airport transfer for return flight.

( Basic logistic support starts with US $ 1650. per person for the group of 4 pax. ) For further details, please write to us: info@nepalfsun.com


LOGISTIC SUPPORT
US $ 3575. per person for the group of 4 – 6 pax
US $ 3180. per person for the group of 7 – 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff (sirdar, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer)
2. Food and fuel at the base camp
3. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
4. Trek support for climbing members from Syabrubensi – base camp - Syabrubensi
5. Porters to carry loads from Syabrubensi - base camp - Syabrubensi
6. Royalty and peak permit
7. Kathmandu – Syabrubensi – Kathmandu land transportation
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.

Churen Himal Expedition

Churen Himal, a part of Jaljala area lies in the west of Dhaulagiri range. The trek to the base of Churen Himal offers an opportunity to experience undisturbed and tranquil nature full of wild valleys, fast glacial streams, beautiful forest with wild animals as well as the beautiful Magar villages and spectacular views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Gurja Himal and Churen Himal. The trail to Churen Himal passes through well known Dhorpatan Hunting Reserves.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Official formalities & expedition preparation

Day 04: Drive to Darbang.

Day 05: Trek to Mattim

Day 06: Trek to Lamsang

Day 07: Trek to Gurgaon

Day 08: Trek to Darsinge Khark

Day 09: Trek to Burjunga Khark

Day 10: Trek to Churen Himal BC

Day 11 - 31: Climbing

Day 32: Retrace to Burjunga Kharka

Day 33: Climbing period

Day 34: Trek to Gurja Gaon

Day 35: trek to Lurang village

Day 36: Trek to Takum

Day 37: Trek to Darbang

Day 38: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 39: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 40: Airport transfer for return flight.


LOGISTIC SUPPORT
US $ 3690. per person for the group of 4 – 6 pax
US $ 3130. per person for the group of 7 – 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff (sirdar, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer)
2. Food and fuel at the base camp
3. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
4. Trek support for climbing members from Darbang – base camp – Darbang
5. Porters to carry loads from Darbang - base camp – Darbang
6. Royalty and peak permit
7. Kathmandu - Darbang - Kathmandu land transportation
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan.


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.

Dorje Lakpa Expedition


Dorje Lakpa ExpeditionDorje Lakpa is located east of the Langtang Valley and south of Shishapangma at Jugal Himal. The normal route for the peak is described below. It is an attractive mountain seen from Nagarkot and even visible from Kathmandu valley in the clear weather. Normally three high camps are established while approaching to the summit. It is considered a medium range of technical mountain for climbing in the Himalayas.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Official formalities & expedition preparation

Day 04: Drive to Syabrubensi.

Day 05: Trek to Lama Hotel

Day 06: Trek to Langtang

Day 07: Trek to Kyangin Gompa

Day 08: Acclimatization in Kyangin Gompa, hiking on the peaks near Kyangin Gompa

Day 09: Trek to Langsisha.

Day 10: Trek to base camp

Day 11 - 26: Climbing

Day 27: Retrace to Kyangin

Day 28: Trek to Lama Hotel

Day 29: Trek to Syabru Bensi

Day 30: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 31: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 32: Airport transfer for return flight.


LOGISTIC SUPPORT
US $ 2745. per person for the group of 4 – 6 pax
US $ 2460. per person for the group of 7 – 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff (sirdar, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer)
2. Food and fuel at the base camp
3. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
4. Trek support for climbing members from Syabrubensi – base camp - Syabrubensi
5. Porters to carry loads from Syabrubensi – base camp - Syabrubensi
6. Royalty and peak permit
7. Kathmandu – Syabrubensi – Kathmandu land transportation
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB pla.


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.

Tengi Ragi Tau Expedition (6948 m)

Tengi Ragi Tau Expedition (6948 m) Teng Ragi Tau, located in Khumbu region north west of Thame, is one recently opened peaks for climbing in Everest region. The mountain is seen like a pyramid of snow and ice from Namche. Due to the lack of previous climbing information, it will be a real mountaineering challenge to attempt the peak exploring the possible climbing routes. Making a trek to the base and attempting the peak make a real mountaineering adventure along with spectacular scenery.

Itinerary Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer

Day 02 - 03: Official formalities and expedition preparation

Day 04: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding

Day 05: Trek to Namche

Day 06: Rest at Namche

Day 07: Trek to Thame

Day 08: Trek to Thengpokharka

Day 09: Trek to base camp

Day 10 - 25: Climbing period

Day 26: Retrace toThame

Day 27: Trek to Namche

Day 28: Trek to Lukla

Day 29: Lukla – Kathmandu by flight

Day 30: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 31: Airport transfer for international flight.


LOGISTIC SUPPORT
US $ 2760. per person for the group of 4 – 6 pax
US $ 2400. per person for the group of 7 – 12 pax


The Cost Includes:
1. Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff (sirdar, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer)
2. Flights to transfer climbing members, staff, liason officer and cargo of the climbing gear. 3. Food and fuel at the base camp
4. All camping equipment at the base camp such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
5. Trek support for climbing members from Lukla-base camp-Lukla.
6. Porters to carry loads from Lukla-base camp-Lukla
7. Royalty and peak permit
8. Airport arrival and departure
9. Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan


Cost Excludes:
1. High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
2. Climbing equipment, tents and personal equipment above base camp
3. Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation

Friday, July 15, 2011

Tharpu Chuli Peak Climbing

Tharpu Chuli Peak Climbing
Tharpu Chuli, situated at the heart of Annapurna Sanctury, is an attractive mountain which offers not only enjoyable climbing but also serves as one of the outstanding viewpoints of Annapurna massive. Despite its lowly magnitude, the summit offers superb panorama of Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna III, Annapurna V, Machhapuchhare, Hiunchuli, Singu Chuli and Gangapurna. The peak can be approached from several routes: North-West Ridge, South - East Ridge and South - West Face.

North-West Ridge
For North - West ridge route we follow the trail from Annapurna South Base Camp to the east along the moraine ridge and set base camp in a grassy area above the moraine ( 4,115m. ). We will gain to a ridge and fix the high camp at 4, 870m. which can be snow covered. From the high camp we climb easy slopes on the glacier below the west face of Tharpu Chuli. We further cross the glacier and reach the foot of the fluted wall which separates Tharpu Chuli and Singu Chuli. We further climb easy snow slopes and then more steep climb requires to gain the board ridge. From the ridge we climb steeply on a knife-edged ridge which finally leads to the summit.
Facts
Climbing Days : 19
Max Altitude: 5663m.
Best Season: Spring & Autumn
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax: 2 +
Mode of travel: Drive in / drive out
Itinerary
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley
Days 03 : Fly to Lukla & trek to Phakding
Days 04 : Trek to Namche Bazaar
Days 05 : Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Days 06 : Trek to Base camp
Days 07 : Trek to Base camp
Days 08-15 : Climbing period
Days 16-17 : Trek back to Namche Bazaar
Days 18 : Trek to Lukla
Days 19 : Fly back to Kathmandu
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Kusum Kanguru Peak Climbing

Kusum Kanguru Peak Climbing
Regarded as technically very challenging on all possible routes, Kusum Kanguru is an impressive rock and ice peak, which forms the border between the Dudhkosi in the south and Hinku Valley to the north. Its name originating in Sherpa language means the Three Snow-White Gods. This climb is suggested only for participants who have enough alpine mountaineering experience.

North Ridge
The North Ridge is approached from Monjo on the trail to Namche Bazaar. From base camp ascend steep grass and screed and finally a ramp leading to the ridge proper.

South-East Ridge

The approach to the South East Face is from the Hinku valley side. From Lukla the base camp can be reached in 5 days. The ascent route to the main summit is through the South East Face. With a base camp at 4360m, two or three high camps are required to complete the climb.
Facts
Climbing Days : 19
Max Altitude : 6367m.
Best Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax : 2 +
Mode of travel : Fly in / fly out
Itinerary
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley
Days 03 : Fly to Lukla & trek to Phakding
Days 04 : Trek to Namche Bazaar
Days 05 : Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Days 06 : Trek to Base camp
Days 07 : Trek to Base camp
Days 08-15 : Climbing period
Days 16-17 : Trek back to Namche Bazaar
Days 18 : Trek to Lukla
Days 19 : Fly back to Kathmandu
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Naya Kanga Peak Climbing

Naya Kanga Peak Climbing
Formerly known as Ganja La Chuli, Naya Kanga (5,844 m) rises to the west of Ganja La, and is a popular but difficult mountain to climb. The normal route to this peak is via the snowy north–east ridge. It is not yet certain who climbed this summit first. The most important reward of climbing Naya Kanga is the spectacular view of mountains in or near Tibet.

This trek is strenuous therefore a high level of physical fitness is essential. A strong sense of adventure, and the willingness to walk 8 to 9 hours a day, often at high altitudes is required of climbers. A basic knowledge of mountain climbing is an advantage, although our experienced Sherpa guides will guide and accompany you to the top.

Magnificently situated in the remote and rarely visited valley of Langtang, Naya Kanga is a shapely mountain that rises to the west of Ganja La Pass. Its accessibility makes it an ideal choice for a short visit to the Himalayas, allowing the climber to experience some superb mountaineering, in little less than 3 weeks, as it stands within 30 kilometers of the Kathmandu Valley. Climbing the mountain, you will trek through a number of interesting Sherpa villages. After establishing a ‘high camp’, you will follow Naya Kanga’s northwest ridge to the summit.
Facts
Climbing Days : 17
Max Altitude : 6370m.
Best Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax : 2 +
Mode of travel : Drive in / drive out
Itinerary
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley
Days 03 : Drive Kathmandu to Syabru besi
Days 04 : Shyabru besi - Lama Hotel
Days 05 : Lama Hotel - Langtang
Days 06 : Langtang - Kyanjing Gompa
Days 07 : Kyanjing Gompa rest/acclimatization
Days 08 : Kyanjing Gompa - Naya Kanga Base camp
Days 09 : Naya Kanga rest in Base camp
Days 10 : High camp
Days 11 : Attempt to summit (extra day)
Days 12 : Summit Naya Kanga and back to Base camp
Days 13 : Base camp - Kyanging Gompa - Langtang village
Days 14 : Langtang - Lama Hotel
Days 15 : Lama Hotel - Syabru village
Days 16 : Shyabru village - Dhunche
Days 17 : Drive Dunche to Kathmandu
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Chulu West Peak Climbing

Chulu West Peak Climbing
Ascent of Chulu West and Chulu Central are best made from a base camp in a small valley north of Manang situated off the main trail to Thorong La pass 5416m. Indeed some of the best views of this peak can be had from that pass.

North-West Ridge: Go beyond the hut following the yak pastures and walk up a ridge which leads into a hidden valley where it is possible to find a good site for base camp. From this camp , ascend steep scree slopes to a col 4,900/16,076 feet), on a subsidiary ridge that leads down from the main ridge. To the north of the col ascend snow slope for 200 meters to the base of a band of rock at an altitude of 5,100 meters and the site for a possible high camp.

Climb the rock band with some difficulty to the north-west shoulder of Chulu west 5450 meters/17,880 feets, where another camp can be established or alter-native a camp can be placed on a snow plateau above 5,530 meters/18,143 feets. On the first ascent and several subsequent ascents rope was fixed on the rock band. From the plateau continue up the progressively narrowing ridge to the summit 6,250 meters /20,505 feets. Descend by the some route.
Facts
Climbing Days : 19
Max Altitude : 6420m.
Best Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax : 2 +
Mode of travel : Drive in / fly out
Itinerary
Days 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
Days 02 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley
Days 03 : Drive to Beshi Sahar.
Days 04 : Trek from Beshi Sahar to Ngadi.
Days 05 : Trek from Ngadi to Tal.
Days 06 : Trek from Tal to Dharapani.
Days 07 : Trek from Dharapani to Chame
Days 08 : Trek from Chame to Pisang
Days 09 : Trek from Pisang to Manang.
Days 10 : Rest day in Manang and explore the surroundings.
Days 11 : Trek from Manang to Lettar.
Days 12 : Trek from Lattar to Chulu West BC.
Days 13 : Chulu West Climb Day.
Days 14 : Climb Day.
Days 15 : Trek from BC to Thorung Phedi.
Days 16 : Trek from Thorung Phedi to Muktinath ( Pass to Thorung La ).
Days 17 : Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom.
Days 18 : Fly Jomsom to Pokhara. Rest of the day free in Pokhara.
Days 19 : Half day sightseeing in Pokhara and fly to Kathmandu.
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Hiunchuli Peak Climbing

 
Hiunchuli Peak Climbing
Hiunchuli lies in the Annapurna range and it is connected to Annapurna South. The actual ascent of Hinuchuli is considered one of the most difficult among the trekking peaks. The Gurung who inhabit the region considers the mountains of this area the sacred. Near from the Huin Chuli there are other two peaks within the sanctuary are Tharpu Chuli (Tent Peak) and Singu Chuli (Fluted Peak).

Southeast Face Route:
The route to base camp starts from Hinko Cave on the Annapurna sanctuary trail. After establishing the first camp somewhere above the valley floor a further 2 camps are necessary to make it to the top. Although not technically extreme this route is exposed to rock fall dangers and is a complicated route-finding experience.

Northwest Route Face

The ascent by the North-West Face has been attempted only by a very few climbers and not always successfully. The exact route is not well known. The approach is from the Annapurna Base Camp in the Sanctuary and a further 2 camps may be necessary to complete this not so well known ascent.
Facts 
Climbing Days : 16
Max Altitude : 6441m.
Best Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax : 1 +
Mode of travel : Drive in / drive out
Itinerary
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu; transfer to the Hotel
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley
Days 03 : Drive to Pokhara
Days 04 : Drive to Phedi and trek to Tolka
Days 05 : Trek to Jhinu
Days 06 : Trek to Dovan
Days 07 : Trek to Machhapuchhre base camp
Days 08 : Trek to Annapurna base camp
Days 09 : Trek to Hiunchuli base camp
Days 10 : Hiunchuli High camp
Days 11 : Summit Hiunchuli and back to Annapurna base camp
Days 12 : Trek to Bamboo
Days 13 : Trek to Chhomrong
Days 14 : Trek to Ghandruk
Days 15 : Trek to Pokhara and drive back to Pokhara
Days 16 : Drive back to Kathmandu
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Pisang Peak Climbing

Pisang Peak Climbing
Seen from Pisang peak, the peak rises from yak pastures above the village in a uniform slope to the final summit pyramid which is an undistinguished snow and ice slope. Looked at from above Ongre the peak is a little more interesting and can be seen as a curved ridge, with face above Pisang peak being the truncated southern end of the mountain. This is made up of steeply tilted rock, the dip slope of which faces the valley and is well seen in this peak and the great rock slabs further down the valley.

The Peak obviously has a lot of scope for exploration and pioneering. The whole of the western flank, which is guarded by a hanging glacier, would appear to offer a considerable challenge, whilst a traverse of the whole summit ridge which connects to a more northern summit before curving back west looks a superb possibility. Access to the western end of the ridge however, looks problematical as the ridge is guarded by huge rock slabs, a feature on this side of the valley.
Facts
Climbing Days : 18
Max Altitude : 6091m.
Best Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax : 2 +
Mode of travel : Drive in / drive out
Itinerary
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu; transfer to the Hotel
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley
Days 03 : Drive to Bensisahar
Days 04 : Trek to Bahundanda
Days 05 : Trek to Chyamje
Days 06 : Trek to Dharapani
Days 07 : Trek to Chame
Days 08 : Trek to Pisang
Days 09 : Trek to Pisang base camp
Days 10 : Acclimatization at Base camp
Days 11 : High camp
Days 12 : Summit up to Pisang peak and back to base camp
Days 13 : Trek to Pisang
Days 14 : Trek to Danaque
Days 15 : Trek to Chyamje
Days 16 : Trek to Ngadi
Days 17 : Trek to Bensisahar
Days 18 : Drive back to Kathmandu
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Lobuche Peak Climbing

Lobuche Peak Climbing
Lobuche peak has two summits, East and West with heights of 6119m and 6145m respectively. A continuous ridge connects them, but it is long and there is a considerable height loss and gain. The East Peak is recognised as a trekking peak, whereas the West is known as an Expedition Peak . Lobuje being an attractive mountain offers various existing routes and also the potential for new ones. The dark triangle of the rocky east face rises over the moraines of the Khumbu Glacier to a spectacular skyline, forming the south ridge. Lobuje East is reached by descending a marked notch and then climbing steep snowy slopes to the top. 

On most occasions, the mountain is climbed on the summit ridge only as far as a subsidiary snow summit (or false peak), south–east of the true peak and before the notch. Laurence Nielson and Ang Gyalzen Sherpa made the first ascent of Lobuje East on 25 April 1984 although it is possible that others had reached the summit before but did not record their climbs. To climb Lobuje we follow the Everest base camp route to Gorak Shep, continuing to Kala Pattar, at 5545m, because this offers great views of Everest and good acclimatisation. It is also possible to follow the Gokyo valley and to cross the Chola pass, a route which is also good for acclimatisation. Whichever route we take us shall place a Base Camp at Dzongla and a high camp at 5300m either at a lake or a little higher near a pass. This higher camp has a better view of the peak as well as of Everest, Lhotse , Nupse, Makalu , Ama Dablam, khangtenga and Tawache.
  Climbing Facts
Climbing Days : 22
Max Altitude : 6119m.
Best Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax : 2 +
Mode of travel : Fly in / fly out
Itinerary
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley.
Days 03 : Fly from Kathmandu/Lukla & trek to Phakding
Days 04 : Trek to Namche bazaar.
Days 05 : Namche overnight acclimatization, over night.
Days 06 : Namche overnight for acclimatization.
Days 07 : Trek to Tengboche.
Days 08 : Trek to Dingboche.
Days 09 : Dingboche rest.
Days 10 : Trek to Chukung.
Days 11 : Hike Chhukung Ri and back to Chhukung
Days 12 : Trek to Dingboche
Days 13 : Trek to Lobuche
Days 14 : Trek to Lobuche base camp
Days 15 : Lobuche base camp
Days 16 : Base camp to Lobuche high camp
Days 17 : Summit Day
Days 18 : Lobuche base camp
Days 19 : Trek to Tyangboche
Days 20 : Trek to Namche
Days 21 : Trek to Lukla
Days 22 : Fly back to Kathmandu
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Mera Peak Climbing

Mera Peak Climbing
Mera peak climbing is gradually becoming popular among trekkers and novice climbers to have the feeling of hiking and climbing on snow and experiencing trekking in remote part of Khumbu region. The Peak itself rises to the south of Everest. The ascent of the peak is technically straightforward, however, the heavy snow and the maze of crevasses can make the way longer to the summit. Besides the charming of climbing Mera Peak , the trek to its base camp from Lukla is rewarding for experiencing little-visited and yet un-spoilt region of Nepal with densely forested hill sides. Mera Peak trek and climbing servers a gate way for high altitude trekking to go over Amphulaptcha Pass or Mingbo La and also for climbing on Baruntse, Chamlang and other Himalayas climbing.

There are several approaches to the base camp besides the easy and normal route which is mentioned below. The normal route for climbing Mera Peak is North Face Glacier from the Mera La. The base camp can be set up at 5,300m on the Hongu side in the moraine below the ice. Normally, high camp is set at 5,800m near a rocky outcrop on the Mera Glacier. The high camp proves to be one to the spectacular viewpoints in Nepal offering the panoramic views of Kanchanjunga, Chamlang, Makalu and Baruntse sweeping around from the east and Amadablam, Cho Oyu and Kangtega to the west. The giant faces of Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse appear in the north.
Climbing Facts
Climbing Days : 16
Max Altitude : 6461m.
Best Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax : 2 +
Mode of travel : Fly in / fly out
Itinerary of Mera Peak
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu; transfer to the Hotel
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley
Days 03 : Fly Kathmandu to lukla and trek to chutunga.
Days 04 : Rest day.
Days 05 : Chutunga – Croos Zetra Pass - Thule Kharka
Days 06 : Thule kharka – Tashing Ongma
Days 07 : Tashing Ongma - Khare
Days 08 : Rest Day
Days 09 : Khare- Mera La
Days 10 : Mera La High Camp
Days 11 : Spare Day. We Allow a spare day in case of bad weather
Days 12 : Summit back to Base Camp
Days 13 : Base camp (Khare) –Tashing Ongma
Days 14 : Tashing Ongma –Thule Kharka
Days 15 : Thule Kharka- Lukla
Days 16 : Fly Lukla to Kathmandu.
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Island Peak Climbing

Island Peak Climbing
Island Peak 6169m also known as Imja Tse is one of the popular trekking peak in Nepal for climbing on Himalayas. From Dingboche the mountain is seen as an island peak in a sea of ice. The summit is interesting and attractive with a highly glaciated west face rising from the Lhotse Glacier. The ridge rising to the south from this point leads to the summit of Island Peak. Imja Tse not only provides an enjoyable climb but also provides some of the most spectacular scenery of Himalayas in Khumbu region. Seen from the summit the giant mountains/ Everest , Nuptse (7,879m), Lhotse (8,516m), Lhotse Middle Peak (8,410m) and Lhotse Shar (8,383m) make a semi circle in the north. The views of Makalu (8463m) in the east, Baruntse and Amadablam in the south add more charm in climbing Island Peak. For many mountaineers climbing Island Peak marks the beginning of climbing on Himalayas to prepare for a big Himalaya expedition in Nepal in later years. For some mountaineers the peak stands for the purpose of acclimatization before heading to bigger mountain climbing. Trekking to Kalapatthar or Everest base camp is best suited for acclimatization before proceeding Island Peak climbing.

The normal route for climbing Island Peak is South East Flank & South-West Ridge Normally, the Island Peak base camp is set at Pareshaya Gyab (5,087m), between Imja Tse and the lateral moraine of the Imja Glacier. Proper care should be taken to avoid the possible avalanche in the event of heavy snow fall. From the base camp, a well acclimatized party in good conditions can make the summit and return to the base camp in a day. However, most of the climbers prefer alpine style camping at high camp which adds the joy of climbing and helps a safe ascent.
Fact Of the Climbing
Climbing Days : 19
Max Altitude : 6189m.
Best Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented
Minimum Pax : 2 +
Mode of travel : Fly in / fly out
Itinerary of Island Peak
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Days 02 : Sight-seeing in Kathmandu valley via car and city tour guide
Days 03 : Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla & trek to Phakding.
Days 04 : Phakding - Namche
Days 05 : Namche - Rest (day exploration)
Days 06 : Namche - Thyngboche.
Days 07 : Thyngboche - Pheriche.
Days 08 : Pheriche - Day exploration Nangkharsang Gompa.
Days 09 : Pheriche - Lobuche.
Days 10 : Lobuche - Kalapatter- Gorak Shap
Days 11 : Gorak Shap- EBC Lobuche
Days 12 : Lobuche- Chhukung.
Days 13 : Chhukung - Island Peak Base camp.
Days 14 : Base camp - High camp.
Days 15 : Summit back to Base camp.
Days 16 : Base camp - Pangboche.
Days 17 : Pangboche - Namche.
Days 18 : Namche - Lukla.
Days 19 : Fly Lukla - kathmandu.
Services Included :
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded :
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.

Amadablam Expedition


amadablamAma Dablam is a beautiful mountain, located almost due south of Everest and Lhotse in the Khumbu region. Actually Ama Dablam means "The mother mountain" so it's also regarded as mother mountain and female. It stands among many 22,000 to 24,000 foot peaks that surround the high valleys of this region, yet stands out by way of its classic beauty: It is a steep pyramid of ice with vertical walls and sharp, exposed ridges. And from the summit of Amadablam mountain all round mountains of Khumbu region and both way valley's can be viewed, which is a very interesting and exciting moment.

On the summit there is space for about one tent so there will be no problems to stay on the summit from 1/2 to 1 hour to enjoy the views and sunshine from the summit of Ama Dablam. Actually 15 to 25 days climbing period would be very nice for this mountain because we will have to wait the weather conditions also sometimes for the climbing and enjoy the view from the summit.

This mountain located at Solu-Khumbu District Nepal. The best climbing seasons for Mt. Ama Dablam are in April, May (pre-monsoon) and late September, October. Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport and transfer to hotel. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Preparation day in Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla which takes approximately 30 minutes and trek to Phakding. Stay overnight at lodge in Phakding.
Early in the morning you will be driven from hotel to Kathmandu airport, after 30 minutes spectacular flight you will land to Lukla airport (2800m.).You begin your trek to Phakding (2652m.) and you walk for about two and a half to three hours. While trekking you head up the Dudh Koshi Valley on a well-marked trail to Phakding (2652m.)

click here to enlargeDay 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) which takes about 5 to 5 and a half hours. Stay overnight at lodge in Namche Bazaar.
This day you trek and cross the river on high suspension bridges. Beyond Monjo(2800m.) is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park which was set up in order to protect and preserve this fragile mountain environment. You then ascend quite steeply to Namche and along the way, if the weather is clear, catch a first glimpse of Mt Everest in the distance. You can also enjoy the view of Mt. Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Konde-Ri, Tawache peak. You can also visit some of the village monasteries on the way of trekking to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.). Namche is the main trading village in the Khumbu region and holds a busy Saturday market. There is set a meeting place for the Hindu traders from the lowlands and the Tibetan yak caravans that have reached there by crossing the glaciated Nangpa La.

Day 05: Rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and excursion around the places. Stay overnight at lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Namche is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops as well as a magnificent outlook. It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche. For the acclimatization you walk up to Khunde Hospital which was set up by late Sir Edmund Hillary, or a one hour walk up to the Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for the outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. There are also good views from the National Park Centre and Museum just above the town.

Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3850 m.) and it takes almost 5 hours.
Stay overnight at lodge in Tyangboche. From Namche, the trail contours around the side of the valley, high above the Dudh Kosi. Now, you have a glimpse of first really good views of the great peaks of the Khumbu including Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Passing by several villages and numerous tea shops, the trail descends steeply to a bridge over the river Dudh Koshi at Phunki Tenga (3250m.).The village has an excellent place for lunch and you can take a short rest before making the steep climb to Tyangboche. Although exhausting due to the zigzag path, the trek has numerous attractions like rhododendron bushes, beautiful birds chirping and superb mountain scenery making your trek exciting. Tyangboche is famous for its legendary monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region.

Day 07: Trek from Tyanboche to Ama Dablam Base Camp

amadablamDay 08-24: Climbing period for Ama Dablam. Stay overnight at camp. Base camp (4600 m): Situated on a large grassy meadow with a wonderful views.
To yak camp (5400 m): We use yaks to carry most of our equipment for this section, which saves us three to four hours of heavy work. There is a rough track over very rocky terrain, which the yaks and we use.

To camp I (5800 m): Your first real camp is only one and a half hours walk above Yak camp. This section is marked by rock cairns and involves boulder hopping and some easy scrambling. You sometimes fix a couple of sections with rope to be used as a handrail.
Camp I to Camp II (6000 m): Now, you are really climbing. This section of the route is usually rock climbing only, depending on the season. The granite is high quality and the moves fun, challenging and exposed but “do-able”. You follow a narrow ridge, switching back and forth on each side of the ridge. This is the hardest rock climbing of the entire route. In places the exposure is extreme and you are very thankful of the fixed ropes in place. Whilst it is generally easier not to pull on the ropes all the time if you are finding the going getting a bit too hard you can just rest on the fixed rope. You can also use your jumar to help you over the odd spot of difficulties. Most of the climbing on this section is traversing on rock, so good rock climbing skills will help you move efficiently and quickly over this terrain.

Camp II: Situated on top of the Yellow Tower on a narrow platform ,this camp site is rather exposed and has fantastic views. If you dropped your cup from here, it would probably land in base camp!
Camp II to Camp III (6300m): Now, for the hardest snow and ice pitches of the route we follow a system of steep snow and ice gullies up to join a feature called the Mushroom Ridge. Whilst the ridge itself is not as technical as the gullies leading up to it, the exposure here is palpable. It is a narrow, windy, snow mushroom-like ridge with giant Himalayan peaks in the background. This feature leads us up onto a small plateau at 6300 m, which serves the purpose of camp three.

amadablamCamp III: A cold and exposed position is the start of your summit push. The Sherpas will often use a full climbing rope to tie our tents down as the natural shape of the mountain can at times unfortunately funnel the wind to this location. It is, however,the only safe flat piece of real estate within range of the summit.

Summit day: The initial route is to the right of the huge “Dablam” (ice cliff), up a moderately steep slope, which is often iced. Once past this feature we move toward the centre of the face. The angle eases slightly and a couple of tough hours later we emerge on the summit (6856 m). The summit is the size of a tennis court and allows us to move around and take pictures. Five of the world’s six highest peaks are clearly visible, with many other 7000m and lesser peaks filling the gaps.

Day 25: Trek from Ama Dablam Base camp to Namche. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 26: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2652m.) which takes about four hours. Stay overnight at lodge.
The trail descends steeply for early one and a half hours. After that, the path has small ups and downs to Phakding through Monjo. .

Day 27: Trek from Phakding to Lukla (2886m) which takes about three hours. Stay overnight at lodge.
Your final day's trekking follows the Dudh Koshi back down to Lukla.

Day 28: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 29: Rest day in Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 30: Fly out from Kathmandu.

Note: It is possible to combine with some other activities such as white water rafting and wildlife safari. The itinerary can be customized according to your duration of holiday. 
 
Cost Includes:
  • amadablamAmadablam Peak permit, all govt. taxes & garbage deposit.
  • 4 (four) nights hotel in Kathmandu on BB basis.
  • Round trip airfare and domestic airport taxes
  • Custom clearances, excess baggage's and airport taxes
  • Liaison officer
  • One head Sardar/Guide
  • Cook(s) and kitchen boy(s)
  • High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (One Sherpa per two clients).
  • Necessary number of porters
  • All necessary climbing hardware gears
  • All base camp meals + high altitude food (Back pack brand)
  • All necessary camping and kitchen gears
  • High quality tents for both base camp and high camps
  • Gamov bag for medical propose
  • Oxygen with regulator set for medical purpose
  • Walkie-talkie set with radio base
  • Necessary EPI gas with burner
  • North face down jacket for -20 degree.
  • Solar panel with batteries/ generator with fuel for power supply
  • Insurance of climbing Sherpa and local team members
  • All airport/hotel transfers.
  • City sightseeing before the expedition
Cost Excludes:
  • Personal Nature Expense
  • Travel insurance
  • International air fare to and from Nepal.
  • Nepal entry visa fee
  • Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal
  • Trekking EquipmentsTips for guide, porters, driver
  • Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.
Amadablam Climbing Equipments:
amadablamThis equipment list is meant to help you compile your personal gear for Ama Dablam . Most items are required. Please consider each item carefully and be sure you understand the function of each piece of equipment before you substitute or delete items from your duffle. Keep in mind that this list has been carefully compiled by Eric Simonson, the expedition organizer. Don't cut corners on the quality of your gear.

Footwear:

Running shoes and/or sport sandals: For travel & easy walking.


Lightweight hiking boots: Leather or fabric/leather with sturdy mid-sole and a vibram sole.

Climbing boots: Plastic double boot. Aveolite liners for warmth recommended (Scarpa, La Sportiva).

Down or synthetic camp booties: Any brand with thick foam soles.

Lightweight socks: Two to three pairs Synthetic/Wool Blend (Bridgedale, Patagonia, Smartwool)

Midweight socks: Two to three pairs Synthetic/Wool Blend (Bridgedale, Patagonia, Smartwool)

Clothing:

amadablamLightweight long underwear top: (Patagonia Capilene, REI, Mountain Equipment Co-op)


Midweight long underwear tops: Zip T- neck design is good. Light colors are better for tops because they are cooler when hiking in direct sunlight and just as warm as dark colors when worn underneath other layers. (Patagonia Capilene, North Face, Mountain Hardware)

Lightweight long underwear bottoms: Patagonia Capilene, REI, Mountain Equipment Co-op.

Midweight underwear bottoms: Dark colors are preferable because they do not show dirt. (Patagonia Capilene, REI, Mountain Equipment Co-op)

Briefs: Four pairs synthetic or cotton. Running shorts also work well for underwear.

Short-sleeved shirts: Two synthetic; most nylon running shirts or athletic shirts work. (North Face, Patagonia, REI)

Jacket synthetic or fleece: Synthetic jackets or pullovers are a great alternative to fleece because they are lighter and more compressible. Primaloft type fill or Polartec 100 or 200 fleece is recommended. (Wild Things Primaloft, Patagonia Puff Jacket)

Synthetic insulated pants: Primaloft or Polarguard 3D. Full side zips are recommended. Mountain Hardware Chugach 3D pants are an example. An acceptable alternative are fleece pants Polartec 100 or 200, but they are bulky, heavier and less versatile.

Down insulated jacket, expedition weight w/ hood: (Mountain Hardwear, Marmot, North Face).

Down pants: Expedition quality, (Mountain Hardware)

Waterproo /breathable jacket & pants: Jacket must have hood, pants must have full-length side zips (Mountain Hardware, North Face).

amadablamHead & Hand Gear

Liner gloves: Lightweight Synthetic (Patagonia Capilene or any brand of PowerStretch)


Windstopper fleece gloves: (any brand of Windstopper fleece)

Insulated climbing gloves: such as Black Diamond Guide

Gore-Tex mittens w/ liners: Expedition Weight, (Outdoor Research)

. Bandanna: Three or four traditional cotton style

Sun hat: Any lightweight hat with a good brim or visor.

Wool or fleece hat: Any brand of warm hat that can go over ears.

Balaclava: At least one. Some people layer a very thin Capilene Balaclava under a thicker fleece one.

Accessories

Sunglasses #1: One pair high quality 100% UV 100%IR, for travel and lower elevations.


Sunglasses #2: For high altitude. One pair of high quality 100%UV and 100%IR with a minimum of 80% light reduction sunglasses. Side shields such as those found on “glacier glasses” are not required, but size and shape of lens should offer maximum coverage of the eyes to protect them from bright light on snow. (Julbo)

Ski goggles: (Bolle, Smith)

Gaiters w/ reinforced lowers: (Outdoor Research)

Headlamp w/ spare bulb: (Petzl or Black Diamond)

Spare batteries: For headlamp and other gadgets you bring.

Climbing Equipment

Ice axe: General mountaineering axe. 60 cm length is good for most people. Shaft should be straight, not curved. (Grivel or Black Diamond) You will need a leash to attach your axe to you harness as well as a “wrist loop”. Bring a commercial leash designed for glacier travel or 6 ft of 9 / 16 inch webbing and your guide will help you construct one.


Extra ice tool: Short technical tool is OK, hammer head is preferable.

Crampons: 12 point step-in (Grivel or Black Diamond)

Harness: Alpine style, you should not have to step through leg loops to put it on and off, lightweight, fully adjustable. (Black Diamond)

Carabiners: Two large locking “pear” shaped, 6 regular mountaineering carabiners (avoid small gate specialized sport climbing ‘biners)

Perlon cord: Also known as accessory cord in some gear shops. 20 feet of 6mm.

Ascenders: One Pair (Petzl)

Rappel device: Figure 8, ATC or Trango Pyramid

Climbing helmet

Camping Gear

Backpack: 5000 cubic inches or more, internal frame. Top opening mountaineer’s Rucksack style is best. Avoid large zipper openings and excessive outside pockets. Larger packs are better than smaller, because they are easier to pack with cold hands and they distribute loads more effectively. (North Face, Wildthings, Osprey)


Small day pack: Optional, should be small and simple, can double as stuff sack or organizer, useful for airline carry-on and while touring in cities. (Lowe Alpine Attack Summit)

Sleeping bag: Expedition Quality rated to at least minus 20 F. (North Face, Mountain Hardwear) Second Sleeping Bag: Once high camps are established you will not want to carry your sleeping bag back and forth. Base camp bag does not need to be a warm as your expedition bag rating.

Sleeping pad: Inflating, full-length (Therm-a-rest)

Foam pad: (Ridgerest)

Water bottles: Two 1-quart, leak-proof wide-mouth (Nalgene Poly or Lexan bottles)

Lightweight steel thermal bottle: One liter size. (Nissan, Outdoor Research)

Pee bottle: One 1 quart, leak-proof wide-mouth (Nalgene Poly or Lexan bottles)

Pee funnel for women: (Freshette)

Pack towel: Small or Medium size (PackTowl). Do not bring “terrycloth”, Bandanas work in a pinch.

Trekking poles: (Leki, Black Diamond,) Make sure they are adjustable and can extend or shorten.

Swiss army knife: Remember not to leave in carry-on bags for any international or domestic flight.

Large mug, plastic bowl, Lexan fork and spoon: Lightweight metal is O.K.

Medical & Personal

Sunscreen: SPF 30 or higher, non-oily (L’Oreal)


Lipscreen: SPF 30 or higher, any brand

Toiletry kit: Toothbrush, toothpaste, lotion, alcohol-based anti-bacterial hand sanitizer, anti-bacterial soap, comb/brush, shave kit, lighter, small long-burning candle, needle/thread, throat lozenges (bring travel size bottles to keep you kit small).

First-aid kit: Ibuprofen/aspirin, assorted band-aids, moleskin, little of hydrogen peroxide, neosporin-type suave, Nu-skin spray, small gauze pad, roll of adhesive tape, tweezers, safety pins, small bottle of water purification tablets. Include any prescription travel meds that might prescribed by your doctor (antibiotics, diamox, sleep aids).

Zip-loc bags: Always useful.

Baby wipes

Ear plugs: Very useful in noisy lodges and tents. Available in most hardware stores.

Travel Items

Expedition duffel bag: 8000+ cubic inches. Light colors are better for labeling with your name. Buy something well built with large, strong zippers. These bags are strapped to Yaks! (North Face, Patagonia “Black Hole”, Wild Things “Burro Bag”).


Travel bags: Extra duffel bags are useful for storing things in Kathmandu, in Namche and at Base Camp. Most soft sided “carry on’ type bags work well. (Camp Trails “Packable”, Wild Things “Carry On”) You might also use extra large stuff sacks. Plan to fly to Nepal with two large duffels, and some smaller bags for organizing inside.

Nylon stuff sacks: Several different sizes, light colors preferable for labeling.

Lightweight long sleeve shirt: Cotton, comfortable.

Hiking shorts and/or skirt/sarong: One pair

Lightweight pants: One pair

City clothes for Kathmandu and Bangkok: Casual, one or two changes. Kathmandu is warm in the daytime, cool in the evenings. If you fly through Bangkok, it is hot and tropical.

Passport belt/pouch

Small padlocks: For locking duffel bag(s).

Book(s)

Journal

Camera / video camera w/ extra batteries: We suggest plenty of non - rechargeable power, such as lithium batteries. Cold weather is hard on ni-cad and regular alkaline batteries and solar recharging is not always an option.

Memory cards and / or Film: Bring plenty, it is expensive in Nepal. You will take lots of photos!