Trip Type
Mountaineering
Difficulty
Severe
SKILLS PROFILE
No Requirements
ACCOMMODATION
Tea House
DESTINATION
Nepal
Start / End Point
Lukla / Lukla
Region
Everest (8848 m)
Duration
43 days
Elevation
8516 M
Seasons
Mar-May
Group Size
2 - 7
Popularity
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Trek Highlights
- Mount Lhotse is the fourth highest mountain in the world at 8,516m.
- The early attempt on Lhotse was by the 1955 International Himalayan Expedition headed by Norman Dyhrenfurth.
- Mount Lhotse has 3 summits: the main summit at the altitude of 8516m, Lhotse middle (east) at the altitude of 8,414m and Lhotse Shar at the altitude of 8,383m.
- The main summit of Lhotse was first climbed on May 18, 1956, by the Swiss team of Ernst Reiss and Fritz Luchsinger from the Swiss Mount Everest/Lhotse Expedition.
- Lhotse Shar summit was first climbed on May 12, 1970, by Austrian Expedition led by Sepp Mayerl, Rolf Walter.
- Lhotse middle summit was climbed only on May 23, 2001, by a Russian Expedition.
- It follows the Everest climbing route as far as Camp Four where the route steepens to follow an icy gully to the summit.
Why This Trip ?
Lhotse Expedition shares the same standard route as far as Camp Four that is used for climbing the Mount Everest. You have the option of joining the expedition specifically to climb Lhotse, or as a combo climb, making the ascent directly after your Everest summit from South Col.
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Short Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival
Day
2
Preparation for the expedition and sightseeing
Day
3
Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,656m)
Day
4
Trek to Namche Bazar
Day
5
Acclimatization
Day
6
Trek to Tengboche
Day
7
Trek to Dingboche
Day
8
Days 8-11 for acclimatization activities
Day
12
Days 12-38 for the climbing period of Lhotse
Day
39
Trek to Pangboche
Day
40
Trek to Namche Bazar
Day
41
Trek to Lukla
Day
42
Fly to Kathmandu
Day
43
Departure
Comprehensive Trek Guide
Mount Lhotse is a close neighbour of Mount Everest that lies at near proximity of 3 km south of Mount Everest, separated by the South Col. In Tibetan it means the south face. Lhotse massif comprises mainly three peaks: Lhotse East or middle, Lhotse Shar, and Lhotse. The summits of the Lhotse and Everest mountains are connected by the South.
Although mount lies in the Mount Everest's massif it is considered an independent mountain which is the 4th highest mountain in the world. The Lhotse South Face is also one of the largest mountain faces in the world. It has the gigantic height of 8,516 m which was first attempted to climb by mountaineers but succeeded only in 1984 by the Swiss team.
Itinerary
Day1
Arrival
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
It's always a pleasure to welcome our clients to our home country and therefore we eagerly wait for you at the airport. After that, you will be transferred to a luxurious hotel and in the evening, be excited to try out our traditional cuisines as a welcome gift.
Day2
Preparation for the expedition and sightseeing
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Sightseeing around Kathmandu is really full of surprises as one turn gets you to a well-civilized area filled with concrete buildings whereas another turn could get you to temples or historical sites that will have you amazed. We chase world heritage sites scattered around the capital and indulge in street foods throughout the day.
Day3
Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,656m)
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
First, we take a short but risky yet scenically very rewarding flight to Lukla then trek further to Phakding ( a village in the Khumbu region with unique and truly beautiful architectural settlement).
Day4
Trek to Namche Bazar
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Namche Bazar marks the entrance to the terrific Himalayan views so get excited! The trek from Lukla to Namche Bazar will bless you with panoramic views as we cross a few suspension bridges and typical Nepali villages.
Day5
Acclimatization
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Since our motive is expedition we need to get our body familiar with decreasing air pressure, dropping temperature, and elevating altitude hence, a day for acclimatization. The day comprises a short hike to nearby places like Everest viewpoint, Khunde Hospital, etc. as you get up close to the Namche lifestyle with every step forward.
Day6
Trek to Tengboche
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
The trail from Namche to Tengboche is one of the most visually satisfying as it will bless us with peaks, panoramic views, and villages throughout the trek along with colorful monasteries. Admiring all the views we move forward to the Tengboche village.
Day7
Trek to Dingboche
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
After a hefty breakfast to keep us full for a long time the trek takes us to Dingboche through splendid forests covered with the national flower of Nepal, rhododendron, birch, and conifer. You will also cross two beautiful rivers namely the Imja river and the Lobuche river. By the end of the trek, we will be settled in a teahouse amidst the village that flaunts visually appealing potato, barley, and buckwheat field.
Day8
Days 8-11 for acclimatization activities
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
The 12th day is the beginning of the expedition which is why we spend the 8th to 11th day preparing our body so as to avoid mountain sickness. During this time period, we explore the beautiful Dingboche village to the fullest and get an ample amount of rest. Otherwise, we can have a trip to Chhukung valley (4,710m) via the Imja Khola Valley, to see the marvelous view of the surrounding mountains, especially Lhotse’s massive south wall. Then we’ll return to Dingboche in the evening. The walk over to Pheriche and back will also serve as good acclimatization training during the next few days spent at Dingboche;
Day12
Days 12-38 for the climbing period of Lhotse
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Camping
During these days we will be acclimatizing well, hike to high camps and come down, follow training instructions by our guides to be well prepared for the summit. On a good weather day that would be chosen by a professional team, you'll get a chance to climb the peak of Lhotse.
Day39
Trek to Pangboche
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Today's trail is a tough one and is around 7 hours long. After the successful climb to the summit of the Lhotse mountain, we move to Pangboche village ( a beautiful Sherpa settlement ).
Day40
Trek to Namche Bazar
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
We follow the trail that takes us through Tengboche Monastery and continuing back to the town of Namche Bazar (3,441m). It is a decent walk of 5 hours before we reach it. Overnight at Namche Bazar.
Day41
Trek to Lukla
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Guesthouse
We walk back to Lukla after breakfast retracting the trail that got us to Lukla on the 3rd. By night we rest on the lap of majestic mountains for one last time in our Lhotse expedition trek.
Day42
Fly to Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu may sometime be cancelled due to weather conditions. We advise a buffer day so that it won’t affect your departure plans.
Day43
Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation:
It's hard to bid farewells after trekking like a family for long periods. Today we exchange gratitude and drop you off at the Tribhuvan International Airport.
What's Included
- Standard/Deluxe rooms in Kathmandu on B/B basis;
- Airport transfers;
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu on a private vehicle;
- 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee) during the trek and climbing period;
- Twin sharing tented accommodation and equipment during the camping (we will provide fully waterproof two men tents, dining tents, kitchen gears, dining table, chairs, toilet tents, shower tent, etc.);
- All camping equipment in Base camp;
- 30kg baggage allowance during trekking (with porters 2:1);
- 20kg baggage allowance returning from Base Camp;
- Trekking Permit (National Park entry fee), local permit, climbing permit for Mount Lhotse;
- Oxygen bottles for climber and Sherpa with mask and regulator;
- Experienced Sherpa guide;
- Necessary staff during the trekking and climbing period with experienced guide and porters;
- Necessary experienced government license holder climbing guide during the climbing period as per group size;
- The facility of food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all trekking staff;
- Group medical supplies (first aid medical kit will be available);
- High altitude food and all climbing crew will be available above base camp;
- Necessary fixed and dynamic ropes will be available during the climbing period;
- The necessary kitchen crew will be available in a base camp;
- All necessary paper works, office service charge and government taxes;
- Complete pre-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation and extend visa service (if necessary);
- Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali Restaurant with a cultural dance show.
What's not Included
- Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu;
- Travel and rescue insurance;
- International flights;
- Nepalese entry visa fee;
- Personal climbing equipment;
- All kind of personal expenses;
- Icefall fees garbage deposit (sharing with another member) if applicable;
- Wake talkies & filming permit;
- Personal climbing guide if requested;
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extended;
- Tips for guides and porters;
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg of luggage, a cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg).
Tour Map
Frequently Asked Question
1. Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon arrival
Yes, our representative will be there to receive you at the airport and you will be directly transferred to your hotel.
2. Is there an Orientation program
Yes, we will invite you for dinner in a cultural restaurant on the night of your arrival for briefing the itinerary and small orientation program will be held by the tour leader and guides before we embark on our adventure.
3. What is the overnight accommodation like
For nights in cities, we use standard/superior standard/deluxe rooms whereas, during the trek, we use lodges/tea houses/guesthouses/home stay for our clients, and whatever is available and accessible. We also arrange sleeping bags for our clients, as per their request.
4. How big are the groups
We believe in operating small intimate group to provide personal attention and services to our guests. Small groups can enjoy the trek hassle free and enjoy the customized trip according to their need and suitability. We do not incorporate more than 14 People in a group, unless we get special requests from our clients.
5. How do you rate the difficulty for this mountain, on a scale of 1 to 10, compared to other over 8000m high mountains
This is certainly one of the highest mountains in the world. In terms of technical difficulty, we'd rate “Lhotse” as 8.
6. Who can climb Lhotse
Only mountaineers who have adept mountaineering skills, adequate strength and previous experience in high mountains can climb this mountain.
7. What about security during climbing
We make sure to take security measures during climbing to make your expedition successful. We hire experienced and authorized Guides/Sherpas to safeguard your life in the mountains. We strongly recommend that you follow the Guide’s/Sherpa’s instruction with utmost care.
8. What sort of food can I expect during this expedition
During camping, our expert camping cooks prepare a wide range of delicious meals empowering you with enough strength for your strenuous climbing. All the cooking materials will be carried by our porters.
9. Can we get drinking water during climbing
Yes, you will get purified, filtered water in many tea houses. You can also get a hot water during camping.
10. What mode of transportation do you use
We use a private vehicle for sightseeing inside Kathmandu Valley. And we use domestic flight to transfer to Lukla and back.
11. What is the best season for Lhotse Expedition
The best seasons for Lhotse Expedition are August to November and March to May.
12. Will I be taken care of during emergency
Before coming to Nepal, make sure that you are totally insured. In case of emergencies like altitude sickness, dehydration or any medical conditions, let your guide know about your problem and subsequently. As soon as we are informed of a situation, we will send emergency helicopter rescue team. You will be then transferred to the hospital for the treatment.
13. What are the appropriate outfits we should possess
Climbing is a hard and tiresome activity that requires a lot of physical movement, so pack your active wears and trekking pants for at lower altitudes. Weather at high altitude is unpredictable, so carry a lightweight waterproof jacket along with thick down jacket, pant and thermal inner wear to escape the severe cold. Needless to say that, good shoes are very important for climbing in rough and snowy terrain, so invest in good quality shoes or rent it from us at a minimum price. For mountaineering, you will require special clothes that can be bought or hired from us.
14. Is it possible to alternate or change the trip days
Most of the time, it is not possible. But in emergency cases, you can. Still, we customize the trip according to your preference, but if you need to change plan during the trek, consult the guide and company
15. How long will it take to complete the expedition
It will take around 3-4 weeks to climb it and to return only a few days. So to complete this mountaineering, you need at least 44 days in total, to finish this trip.
16. Are your Sherpas reliable and certified
Yes, our Sherpas are trekking experts and also authorized license holders from Nepal Government. The Sherpas know the climbing route like the back of their hand and use their expertise in ensuring your safety in the mountains.
17. Do I need climbing permit
Yes, you need climbing permit. It is not legal to climb without it.
18. Is there any possibility of telephonic communication while we are on this expedition
Yes, for the first few days, it is possible to have telephonic communication. In some villages, you can make local and international calls from telephone provided by the guesthouse owner after paying certain amount directly. For higher altitude climbing, we usually have satellite phones with our Sherpas.
19. Can I add extra days to my trips
If you need extra day to complete the trekking, you'll need to inform the guide in advance and the guide will let the company know. Adding a day to trekking can result in many changes in other arrangements such as transportation, guide’s schedule, flight details, hotel bookings and all, so we really don't recommend this to our clients unless there's an emergency cases. But it's true that those changes could be made but it will cost extra. The best way to do it is to inform the agent company about it.
20. What immunizations will I need
Before coming to Nepal, make sure you are covered for diphtheria & TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, typhoid, polio and tetanus. Make sure you are in best shape to complete the trekking without any complications.
21. How will my booking be processed
To confirm your booking, a non-refundable deposit of minimum of 15% of total trip amount is required, which can be made by bank transfer. The due balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu with cash or card.
22. Can we use credit card during the climbing
No, you cannot use the credit card during the climbing. You have to exchange the money in Nepali Rupees before you start the trip. You can use credit card only in Kathmandu.
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