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Lhotse Expedition
Trip Overview
Trip Highlight
- Summit the 4th highest mountain in the world (8516m)
- Shares Base Camp and climbing route with Mount Everest until South Col
- Stunning close-up views of Everest, Nuptse, Makalu, Ama Dablam & Khumbu Himalayas
- Technical climbing challenge on the steep Lhotse Face
- Guided by experienced Sherpa climbers with previous 8000m summit experience
- Full logistics support including Base Camp facilities and oxygen systems
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1 : Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, meet our representative, and transfer to your hotel. Evening welcome dinner and introduction to the expedition.
- Day 2 : Day 02: Preparation in Kathmandu
Gear check, final shopping, and preparation for the expedition. Overnight at hotel.
- Day 3 : Day 03: Official Briefing
Attend expedition briefing at the Department of Tourism. Meet liaison officer and finalize permits. Hotel stay.
- Day 4 : Day 04: Fly to Lukla (2,840m) & Trek to Phakding (2,610m)
Early morning scenic flight to Lukla. Begin trek through Sherpa villages and descend to Phakding. Lodge stay.
- Day 5 : Day 05: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Follow the Dudh Koshi River, cross suspension bridges, and ascend gradually to Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital. Lodge stay.
- Day 6 : Day 06: Acclimatization Day at Namche
Short hike to Everest View Hotel or Khumjung village for acclimatization. Explore Namche market. Lodge stay.
- Day 7 : Day 07: Trek to Tengboche (3,860m)
Trek through rhododendron forests with views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. Visit Tengboche Monastery. Lodge stay.
- Day 8 : Day 08: Trek to Pheriche (4,240m)
Descend to Debuche, cross Imja Khola, and climb towards Pangboche and Pheriche. Lodge stay.
- Day 9 : Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4,900m)
Continue uphill through alpine terrain, passing memorials for climbers. Reach Lobuche for overnight. Lodge stay.
- Day 10 : Day 10: Trek to Lhotse Base Camp (5,300m)
Trek along the Khumbu Glacier and establish Lhotse Base Camp near Everest Base Camp. Begin camping.
- Day 11 : Day 11–50: Climbing Period of Mount Lhotse (8,516m)
- Multiple rotations between Camp I (6,100m), Camp II (6,400m), Camp III (7,200m), and Camp IV (7,850m) for acclimatization.
- Summit push from Camp IV to the top of Mount Lhotse (8,516m).
- Return safely to base camp after successful climb.
- Day 12 : Day 51: Base Camp to Pheriche
Pack up and trek back through Lobuche to Pheriche. Lodge stay.
- Day 13 : Day 52: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Descend along the familiar route, enjoying easier trekking and Sherpa hospitality. Lodge stay.
- Day 14 : Day 53: Trek to Lukla (2,840m)
Final day of trekking, descend via Phakding to Lukla. Celebration with the team. Lodge stay.
- Day 15 : Day 54: Fly to Kathmandu
Early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
- Day 16 : Day 55: Free Day in Kathmandu
Rest day in Kathmandu. Option for sightseeing or shopping. Hotel stay.
- Day 17 : Day 56: Departure
Final departure transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Trip Cost Inclusion
- 4 nights 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Expedition climbing permit for Lhotse (8516m)
- Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu flights (40kg cargo per climber)
- Lodge-based trek to Base Camp with meals & accommodation
- 1:1 climber-to-Sherpa guide ratio (1 guide per climber to summit)
- Oxygen support: 3 bottles (12L each) with mask & regulator per climber
- Oxygen support for Sherpa guide: 2 bottles (12L)
- High-altitude food, stove, gas, cooking equipment above Base Camp
- Individual tent at Base Camp (North Face or equivalent)
- Climbing tents at higher camps (North Face V25 or similar)
- Base Camp staff: guide, cook, helpers, kitchen boy
- Base Camp group facilities: dining tent, shower, toilet, chairs, table, solar power
- Fixed ropes, main ropes, Icefall route charges
- Porters/Yaks for Lukla–Base Camp–Lukla (equipment and supplies)
- Staff insurance (life, medical, rescue) & wages
- Liaison officer fees & allowance
- Garbage deposit & environmental fees
- Airport transfers in Kathmandu (international & domestic)
- Welcome/farewell dinner with cultural show in Kathmandu
Trip Cost Exclusion
- International flight ticket and Nepal visa fees
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
- Personal climbing equipment (boots, harness, down suit, etc.)
- Personal insurance (medical, travel, rescue, life)
- Emergency evacuation (helicopter if required)
- Personal expenses (laundry, internet, drinks, etc.)
- Bar & beverage bills, bottled/mineral water
- Staff tips (USD 250 per climber for BC staff)
- Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa (USD 1500)
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