Lhotse Expedition (8516m)

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

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.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival — 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. Day Day 2: Trip preparation and city tour of Kathmandu or Patan and Bhaktapur. — 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 Day Day 3: Expedition preparation day in Kathmandu. — Food Breakfast Accomodation Hotel Elevation 1350 Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. Day Day 4: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) that takes about 35 minutes. — 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. Day Day 5: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) takes approximately five hours. — 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. Day Day 6: A day for rest at Namche Bazaar (3440m.) for acclimatization. — 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. Day Day 7: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867m.) takes about five hours. — 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. Day Day 8: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260m.) takes approximately five hours. — 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. Day Day 9: Rest day at Dingboche (4260 m.) for acclimatization. — 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. Day Day 10: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4930m.) takes about five and half hours. — 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. Day Day 11: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5486m.) via Gorakshep (5180m.) takes about seven hours. — 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. Day Day 12-48: Climbing period (Base Camp – Summit Mt. Lhotse 8516 m –Base Camp). — Food BLD Accomodation camp Stay all the nights in tents. Day Day 49: Preparation to returning (cleaning of Base Camp) and trek to Pheriche. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 5486 Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 50: Trek from Pheriche to Tyangboche (3867 m.) takes approximately four hours. — 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. Day Day 51: Trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m) takes about four and half hours. — 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. Day Day 52: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.) takes about six hours. — 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. Day Day 53: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu takes 35 minutes. — Food BLD Accomodation Hotel Elevation 1350 You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. Day Day 54: Free day in Kathmandu for shopping and recreation. — Food Breakfast Accomodation Hotel Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. Day Day 55: Departure — Food Breakfast As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

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