Mt.Lhotse Expedition (8,516m)

Starting From

Kathmandu

Ending at

Kathmandu

Duration

50 Days

Accommodation

Hotel, Tea House and Tent

Trip Grade

Difficult

Max. Altitude

8,516m

Meal Plan

Break-fast,Lunch and Diner

Group size

2-15 Pax

Lhotse is the fourth highest mountain 8,516 metres after Mount Everest, K2, and Kangchenjunga. a part of the Everest massif, Lhotse is connected to the latter height through the South Col. Lhotse means “South peak” in Tibetan. . the mountain incorporates the smaller peaks Lhotse center (East) at 8,414 m), and Lhotse Shar at 8,383 m. The summit is at the border between Tibet of China and the Khumbu vicinity of Nepal. The Lhotse became first summit on may 18, 1956, by the Swiss expedition team of Ernst Reiss and Fritz Luchsinge.Lhotse is related with Everest through Everest South Col. Many climbers have favored Western Face because the regular Lhotse mountaineering route. The southern face of Lhotse is taken into consideration as one of the world’s largest Mountain faces because the southern face bounce excessive up to a few.2 km in mere 2.25km of horizontal distance. Lhotse Massif incorporates of Lhotse East (8414m), Lhotse (8516m) and Lhotse Shar (8383m).

Itinerary

Arrive in Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport, one of our representatives will greet you and will transfer you to the hotel. Welcome Evening dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance. Airport pickup by private Car, Van or Bus (According to group size) Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal.

Expedition briefing at Department of Tourism

A formal expedition briefing takes place at Nepal’s Department of Tourism. This crucial session ensures you have the necessary climbing permits, discusses regulations, and provides an opportunity to meet your guides and support team. It’s also when logistical details such as routes, schedules, and safety protocols are reviewed. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Night in the hotel

By Plane: Kathmandu to Lukla (35min-2800m) & Trek to Phakding (4h-2600m)

Phakding - Namche Bazaar (6h-3440m)

Acclimatazation

Namche - Tengboche Monastery (6h-3867m)

Tengboche - Pheriche (6h-4243m)

Pheriche - Lobuche (6h-4930m)

Lobuche - Lhotse base camp (6h-5500m)

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Climbing Period of Lhotse Expedition

Base Camp - Pheriche

Pheriche - Namche

Namche - Lukla

Lukla - Katmandou

Debriefing at Tourism Industry Division

A debriefing session marks the official conclusion of the expedition. Use the rest of the day to explore Kathmandu’s hidden gems or shop for souvenirs in Thamel or simply unwind before heading home. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Night in the Hotel

Final Departure

Bid farewell to Nepal, enriched by the incredible memories of your Manaslu Expedition. Ensure you leave with ample time for goodbyes and future plans to return for more adventures! Our representative transfers you to the Kathmandu airport to catch your returning flight back home. Thank you for Travelling with Churen Himal Treks. Airport drop by private Car, Van or Bus (According to group size) Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal. Meals: Breakfast

Cost & Dates

The cost includes

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE : Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU : 4-night hotel in Kathmandu (4-star category) - single room on bed with breakfast plan.
WELCOME DINNER :One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office Staff.
PERMITS :Expedition Royalty and a permit fee from the Nepal Government to climb Mt.Lhotse, Sagarmatha National Park, and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and fee.
KHUMBU ICEFALL FEE :Khumbu Icefall climbing charge to (SPCC) Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee.
LIAISON OFFICER :Government Liaison officer with full equipment, salary, and accommodation.
GARBAGE MANAGEMENT :Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit Fees.
INSURANCE :Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.
MAP :Trekking and climbing map.
DUFFLE BAG :One Alpinist club Duffle Bag.
MEMBER TRANSPORTATION :(Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – to Lukla and while returning Lukla - to Kathmandu, as per itinerary.
EXPEDITION STUFFS TRANSPORTATION :All necessary expedition equipment transportation for all Members and Staff from Kathmandu to Lukla (by air cargo) to Base camp (by Porters / Yak) – While returning: Base camp to Lukla (by porters / Yak) and Lukla to Kathmandu (by air cargo). Based on the condition expedition staff may transfer by land (KTM-Phaplu) or Heli (KTM-Lukla).
MEMBER LUGGAGE :Up to 50 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek to be carried by porters or Yaks.
FOOD AND LODGING :3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge during the trek and at the Basecamp. Hygienic and fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fruits, soft drinks, and juice will be served regularly during the entire expedition using helicopter flights. Well-managed base camp set up for members & Staff.
PORTER : Porters per member up to the basecamp and from the basecamp (both ways).
BASE CAMP STAFF : Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required.
STAFF SALARY AND ALLOWANCE :All Nepalese staff & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing.
BASE CAMP TENT :Each member will have an individual box tent in Base Camp.
BASE CAMP EQUIPMENT :Single Tent, foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, 1 Staffs Tent, 1 Tent for Nepalese base camp staff, Store tents, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gears.
HEATER :Heater at base camp in each Dining and other necessary camps.
SOLAR/GENERATOR/LIGHT :1 Solar panel and Generator for lights at base camp, battery charge, for laptop and other electronic devices.
TRAINING :Oxygen, Mask Regulator, Ice wall, and Ladder training at Basecamp by UIAGM Gide.
HIGH ALTITUDE CLIMBING SHERPA :1 veteran and government-licensed climbing Sherpa per member (1 Member: 1 Sherpa), during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back, and on each rotation.
ASSISTANCE :Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps.
CLIMBING SHERPA SALARY & ALLOWANCE :Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.
BONUS : Carry Bonus of Sherpas and Route Fixing Charges.
OXYGEN BOTTLE (O2) :Summit Oxygen cylinder: 5 oxygen bottles (4 ltrs.) for each member and 3 oxygen bottles for each high-altitude Sherpa. **
OXYGEN MASK & REGULATOR :1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks & regulators for each member and high-altitude Sherpa. **
BACK-UP OXYGEN :BACK-UP Oxygen Cylinder, mask, and regulator (with appropriate charge).
HIGH CAMP SERVICE (INFRASTRUCTURE AND LOGISTICS) :High Altitude Tent, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for a member, Sherpa, and other crews at (C1) (C2) (C3) and (C4). Group climbing gears, fixed, and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
HIGH CAMP KITCHEN AND DINING : We will have one cook, kitchen, and dining tents in Camp I and Camp II.
HIGH ALTITUDE TENT :Members will share tents in high camps (2 members: 1 tent).
ROPE FIXING TEAM :The team of experienced Sherpas will fix the route to the summit of Everest (no extra charge will be applied to members).
SATELLITE PHONE :SATELLITE PHONE for emergency communication carried by Sherpa, also available for members with appropriate charge.
WALKIE-TALKIE :WalkieTalkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
PERMITS :Satellite Phone/walkie-talkie permit for all members and staff.
INTERNET SERVICE :Internet facility (1 Mbps) will be available at the Base Camp (subject to a charge).
WEATHER FORECAST :Weather forecast report regularly from Meteotest, Bern (Switzerland) during the entire expedition.
MEDICAL KIT :Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff.
CERTIFICATE :Lhotse climbing certificate after climbing Mt. Lhotse successfully.

The cost excludes

AIRFARE : International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
NEPAL ENTRY VISA FEE : The Nepalese Visa fee is USD 125 for 90 Days
LUNCH & DINNER : Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
EXTRA NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU : Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition, or domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
INSURANCE POLICY : Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high-altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory
PERSONAL EXPENSES : Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp).
PERSONAL CLIMBING EQUIPMENT : Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear.
FILMING : Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
INTERNET SERVICE : Not included during the trek and the expedition.
SUMMIT BONUS : Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa - Minimum 1500 USD.
TIPS : Calculate some tips for Basecamp and high camp staff – Minimum 400 USD.
EXTRA : Any other services or activities not mentioned in the itinerary and other items not listed in the “Cost Includes” section

Note: Due to unforeseeable factors (weather, fitness, customs, road conditions, landslides, etc.), your expedition leader may adjust the program as needed. The leader is the sole judge and guarantor of your safety. Activity times are for reference and may vary per participant.

Note: The provided itinerary is for reference only and may vary per participant. It's flexible to accommodate weather conditions. Follow your guide's recommendations, who may cancel or stop the expedition for safety or physical reasons. Remember, this is an autonomous expedition with potential hazards. Alpinist club, your expedition leader, guide, or local teams cannot be held responsible for any unforeseen issues.

Other Info

Equipment List:

Climbing Gear

Helmet: Must be able to fit over your ski hat
Alpine Ice Axe: General mountaineering tool (65-70cm)
Crampons: 12 points
Ascender: 1 right or left-hand ascender
A mountaineering harness, with adjustable leg loops
Carabiners: 3 lockings and 6 regular*
Rappel device: ATC or figure 8*

Clothing

Footwear:

Mountaineering boots: suitable for above 8000m; Scarpa phantom 8000 or equivalent (This is because we can work under extreme weather conditions and also preparing you for your ultimate goal to climb Everest)
Hiking shoes for the trek to base camp.
Booties: Optional, down is best.
Bridgedale Summit socks or equivalent: 6 pairs
Bridgedale Liner socks or equivalent: 3 pairs

Body Layers:

2 merino base layers: top and bottom
1 mid-layer top: breathable
Underwear
Lightweight Nylon Pants: 1 pair
Soft Shell jacket with hoody: To be worn over other layers
Soft Shell Pants: Very breathable and water repellent
Hard Shell Jacket with hood: A waterproof and breathable shell jacket
Hard Shell Pants: Waterproof and breathable shell pants
Insulated Down Jacket with hood: (fill power 800) or equivalent to Rab’s Electron Jacket. We primarily wear this when climbing below Camp 3
Insulated synthetic Pants: Worn primarily when climbing below Camp 2
Long jones equivalent to Rab’s Polartec or equivalent: 2 pairs
Summit Down Suit

Headgear and Handwear:

Warm Hat: Synthetic or wool hat (ski hat)
Sunhat: To shade your face/neck from the sun on a hot day
Buff: To protect your neck/face from the sun
Glacier glasses: Full protection with side covers or wrap around
Ski goggles: To be worn on summit day in the event of high winds
Lightweight synthetic liner gloves: For wearing on a hot day; 2 pairs
Softshell gloves: To wear for moderate cold/wind
Shell glove with insulated liner: To wear for severe cold / strong wind
Expedition Mitts

Personal Gear:

Expedition Backpack: 65L pack should be large enough.
Trekking Backpack: To carry on the trek to base camp. Simple and light.
Sleeping Bag (for high camps): Rated to at least -40°F. Goose down or synthetic.
Sleeping Bag (for base camp): rated to at least -20°F
Compression stuff sacks: 3 large ones; for reducing the volume of the sleeping bag, down parka, etc., in your pack
High-Quality sleeping pad (1 for base camp and 1 for high camps): Full length is preferred
Closed-cell foam pad: To be used in conjunction with the inflating pad for warmth and comfort when sleeping
Trekking poles with snow baskets: Adjustable poles
Cup: Plastic insulated cup for drinking
Bowl: A plastic bowl for eating dinner or breakfast
Spoon: Plastic spoon
Head torch: 1 normal for base camp and 1 with remote battery systems for climbing at night. This will be used whilst climbing at night
Sunscreen: SPF 50 or above
Lip balm with sunblock
Water bottles: 2 wide mouth bottles with a 1-litre capacity
Water bottle parkas (2): fully insulated with zip opening
Thermos: 1 litre (buy a good one to keep your water warm for longer hours)
Pee bottle: 1-litre minimum bottle for convenience at night in the tent
Toiletry bag: Include toilet paper and hand sanitizer and a small towel
Hand warmers & toe warmers
Penknife or multi-tool (optional)
Camera: bring extra batteries and memory cards.
Personal solar charging system (optional but recommended)
Travel Clothes: For days in-country
Duffel bags (2) with locks: To transport equipment
Base Camp Items: Kindle, I pad, smartphone, etc
Snack food: Please bring a few days of your favourite climbing snack food such as bars, gels, nuts, beef jerky, etc. A variety of salty and sweet is good
Small personal first aid kit: Include athletic tape, Band-Aid’s, Ibuprofen, blister care***, personal medications, etc
Medications and Prescriptions: Bring antibiotics (Azithromycin, etc.), and altitude medicine such as Diamox and dexamethasone

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