Everest Expedition South Side (61 days)
Everest Expedition South Side (61 days)
Everest Expedition South Side - This expedition to climb Everest is from the South side - Nepal. A superb opportunity for climbers with a good level of previous experience to be part of a top class expedition. Our Everest expeditions are lead by Tendi Sherpa an excellent climber as well as leader who's summited Everest 10 times to date.
Fitness grading: Climbs/Expeditions – Advanced 3
Climate: See Climate for likely weather conditions
Duration: 61 Days
Price 1-7 people: POA
Price 8 or more : N/A
Deposit: £300
Date: Please contact us for dates
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Additional Information
This expedition to Everest (South) is the ultimate adventure, a test of your experience and skills in the toughest environment. The adventure starts with a flight to Lukla then a beautiful walk to Everest Base Camp. The trek takes you through villages, to monasteries, absorbing you in the culture of this spiritual place. Being in this different world amongst the hospitable Himalayan people and experiencing their humility towards the mountains is all a part of this journey.
For this expedition you will need a serious intention and determination to reach the highest point on earth. What could be more rewarding than to stand above the clouds and view the vast Himalayas against Earth's rim!
What’s included:
Climbing Permit, Icefall, Liaison Officer, Fix Rope Contribution
Airport Transfer
4 Nights hotel in Kathmandu on Twin Sharing Room on BB
1:1 Climbing Sherpa
Tea house Trek to BC and back
Sharing EBC and Camp 2 Dinning Facilities
Group Climbing gear
High Food, Fuel, Pots and Stoves
Single Tent for BC and Sharing for above Camps
Oxygen, 6 bottles with 2 pairs of mask and regulator.
Mountain Radios
Heated Dinning, Communication, Store, Toilet Tents with Tables and Chairs
Solar Charging Facilities at BC for Equipment
Garbage Management Fees and Trash Removal
Cargo and Porters Cost for Logistics transport
What’s not included:
International Airfare & Visa Fees
Round Airfare to Lukla and back
Personal Climbing Gears and Clothing's
Personal Medication and Immunization
Personal Insurance for Accidental, Medical and Evacuation with trip interruption coverage
Major Meals in Kathmandu and Personal Expenses like Laundry, Liquor and Beverage, Wi-Fi or Internet, Telephone Calls and Bottle Water
Staff Tipping
Click to see Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to the hotel
Day 2: Briefing and permit issue
Day 3: Free day in Kathmandu to shop and sightsee
Day 4: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding, (2600m)
Day 5: Trek to Namche Bazar (3400m)
Day 6: Acclimatisation day, hike to Everest view lodge (3880m) and descend to Namche Bazar
Day 7: Trek to Debuche, 3734m
Day 8: Trek to Pangboche, 3985m
Day 9: Trek to Pheriche, 4371m
Day 10: Acclimatise hiking near Pheriche, 4600m
Day 11: Complete rest day and rehydration day
Day 12: Trek to Loboche, 4940m
Day 13: Trek to Gorakshep, 5164m
Day 14: Hike to Kalapattar, 5643m and back to Gorakshep
Day 15: Trek to Everest Base camp, 5300m
Day 16: Rest day at BC
Day 17: Experience a Puja ceremony at BC
Day 18: Training on the ice fall, 5500m
Day 19: Continue training on the Ice fall, 5500m
Day 20: Rest day at BC
Day 21: Climb half way to Camp 1 (5700m) and return to Base camp
Day 22: Climb to Camp 1 and spend one night, 6000m
Day 23: Descend to BC
Day 24: Rest day at BC
Day 25: Climb to Camp 1 and sleep over night, 6000m
Day 26: Hike to C2, 6400m over the western cwms and return to C1
Day 27: Climb to C2 and set up camp and spend the night, 6400m
Day 28: Rest and easy walking near camp 2
Day 29: Hike to the base of Lhotse, 6600m and return to C2
Day 30: Return to the Base camp
Day 31: Rest Day at Base Camp
Day 32: Rest Day at Base Camp
Day 33: Climb to Camp two
Day 34: Rest Day at C2
Day 35: Climb to C3, 7200m and return to C2
Day 36: Rest at C2 Day 37: Climb to C3 and sleep over night, 7200m
Day 38: Descend to Base Camp
Day 39: Rest day
Day 40: Rest day
Day 41: Rest Day
Day 42: Rest Day
Day 43: Climb to C2
Day 44: Rest Day at C2
Day 45: Climb to C3
Day 46: Climb to South Col, 7992m
Day 47: Summit Everest and descend to South Col
Day 48: Descend to Camp two
Day 49: Descend to Base Camp. (Contingency days in case of bad weather and have to delay summit push)
Day 50: Contingency days
Day 51: Contingency days
Day 52: Contingency days
Day 53: Contingency days
Day 54: Contingency days
Day 55: Trek to Pheriche
Day 56: Trek to Namche Bazar
Day 57: Trek to Lukla
Day 58: Fly to Kathmandu
Day 59: Contingency day in case of bad weather for flight
Day 60: Final departure to home from Kathmandu International Airport
Please note that this is only a guideline and outline. There can be lot of changes due to the weather and mountain conditions as well as you individual personal health.