Mt. Tilicho Peak (7,134m) Expedition

Autumn/ Spring
Entry: Besi Shahar, Exit: Pokhara
Fixed Departure: Sept. 25, 2008 – April 02, 2009

Tilicho Peak is towers at the height of 7,134m. Mountaineers rate this as a technical climb, and not so easy. There are two ways to reach up to Base Camp. Tilicho Peak expedition starts up with a drive Khudi followed by several days trekking to the Tilicho Base Camp via Manang and Khansar Village as well as another way is a short mountain flight from Pokhara brought us to the dry and dusty hill town of Jomsom as well as start from Beni Bazaar to Jomsom. From here we proceed east and north to cross the high and very difficult Mesokanto Pass at an altitude of 5300m. At the top of the pass we managed to locate some marine fossils (shells) which testify to the fact that the Himalayas was once beneath the sea. We choose the first idea as this allows enough time for acclimatization and less difficulties for taking all the logistics. The views on the routes are breath taking; anything that can surpass your imagination. What you see is Tilicho Peak and the azure and peaceful Tilicho Lake below. It is a glacial lake and unfriendly to marine life. People say they often find marine fossils (shells) that probably support the fact that the Himalayas were once beneath the sea.

We set up the base camp near the lake some of days will be rest celebrating the Puja by Buddhist priest. Tilicho stands as a daunting task above the camp which is on a moraine. From the base camp (around 4400m.) we set out for our final goal – Tilicho 7,134m. Tilicho (7,135m) as seen from near the Base Camp.

• Latitude: 28°41′04″ N
• Longitude: 83°48′16″ E

• Base Camp to Camp (i) - Climbing route is straight steep 70º / 90º
• Camp (i) to Camp (ii) - Climbing route is strait steep 90º with ice vertical.
• Camp (ii) to Camp (iii) Climbing route is steep to get summit 40º/ 60º or Max. 70º

Expedition Itinerary: A

Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
33 Days Trek/Climbing
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
Accommodation: 6 Nights Kathmandu, 1 night Pokhara, 32 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
Season: Winter, Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Preparation for Expedition & briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Khudi and walk up to Bhul Bhule 792m. and Overnight.
Day 05: Besi Shahar – Nagdi.
Day 06: Nagdi – Jagat 1314m.
Day 07: Jagat – Dharapani 1943m.
Day 08: Dharapani – Chame 2713m.
Day 09: Chame – Pisang 3185m.
Day 10: Pisang – Manang 3351m.
Day 11: Manang – Gompa (after Khansar).
Day 12: Gompa (after Khansar) – Tilicho Lake Base Camp.
Day 13: Tilicho Lake Base Camp – Above Lake Camp (way to Mesokanto Pass) 5300.
Day 14: Way to Mesokanto Pass – Tilicho Peak Base Camp 4400m.
Day 15 – 30: Climbing Period of Tilicho Peak 7135m.
Day 31: Tilicho Peak Base Camp – Tilicho Lake Base Camp.
Day 32: Tilicho Lake Base Camp – Khangsar.
Day 33: Khangsar – Thorong Phedi.
Day 34: Thorong Phedi – Thorong La Pass 5416m. – Muktinath.
Day 35: Muktinath – Jomsom and transfer to.
Day 36: Jomsom – Pokhara by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 37: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 38: Kathmandu free.
Day 39: Kathmandu free.
Day 40: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Expedition Itinerary: B

Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
29 Days Trek/Climbing
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
Accommodation: 6 Nights Kathmandu, 1 night Pokhara, 28 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
Season: Winter, Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Preparation for Expedition & briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Pokhara 915– Beni 820m. by Bus then transfer to Hotel
Day 05: Beni – Tatopani 1189m.
Day 06: Tatopani – Ghasa Village 2013m.
Day 07: Ghasa –Tukuche 2591m.
Day 08: Tukuche – Jomsom 2713m.
Day 09: Jomsom – Langpoghyum Khola.
Day 10: Langpoghyum Khola – Nama Phu Kharka.
Day 11: Nama Phu Kharka – Tilicho Peak Base Camp.
Day 12- 28: Climbing Period of Tilicho Peak 7135m.
Day 29: Base Camp clean up preparation.
Day 30: Tilicho Base Camp – Nama Phu Kharka.
Day 31: Nama Phu Kharka – Jomsom.
Day 32: Jomsom – Pokhara by flight and transfer to Hotel.
Day 33: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 34: Kathmandu free.
Day 35: Kathmandu free.
Day 36: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Expedition Itinerary: C

Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
32 Days Trek/Climbing
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 1 night Pokhara, 31 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
Season: Winter, Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Preparation for Expedition & briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Khudi and walk up to Bhul Bhule 792m.& Overnight.
Day 05: Besi Shahar – Nagdi.
Day 06: Nagdi – Jagat 1314m.
Day 07: Jagat – Dharapani 1943m.
Day 08: Dharapani – Chame 2713m.
Day 09: Chame – Pisang 3185m.
Day 10: Pisang – Manang 3351m.
Day 11: Manang – Gompa (after Khansar).
Day 12: Gompa (after Khansar) – Tilicho Lake Base Camp.
Day 13: Tilicho Lake Base Camp – Above Lake Camp (way to Mesokanto Pass) 5300.
Day 14: Way to Mesokanto Pass – Tilicho Peak Base Camp 4400m.
Day 15 – 30: Climbing Period of Tilicho Peak 7135m.
Day 31: Clean up Base camp and preparation.
Day 32: Tilicho Peak Base Camp – Mesokanto Pass (5315m.) – Nama Phu Kharka.
Day 33: Nama Phu Kharka – Jomsom.
Day 34: Jomsom Rest days and acclimatization.
Day 35: Jomsom – Pokhara by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 36: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 37: Kathmandu free.
Day 38: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Expedition Cost in group joining basis;

US $ 2,700 Per Person.
Climbing Sherpa: Per Sherpa US $ 1500 (if required by climber)

Service includes:

• All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport, trekking, expedition pick up & drop.
• 6 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per given itinerary A & B.
• 5 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per given itinerary C.
• Transport as per itinerary for members, staff and Liaison Officer.
• Transportation of all food and climbing equipments to base camp and back.
• Peak permit fee.
• Full board basis during the trekking.
• All kitchen equipments; kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, shower tent, chairs and tables at the base camp.
• Cook and Kitchen boys at the base camp.
• Base camp tents for members and staff.
• Per Person 50 KG. Equipment’s luggage / barrels allowed till to Base Camp.
• Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
• Airfare: Jomsom /Pokhara flight with airport tax & cargo fees.
• Visa extension.
• National Park Conservation Fee.
• Satellite phone (Pay calls).
• Emergency Oxygen -Mask and regulator.
• Helicopter rescue insurance for Nepalese staff.
• Agency service charges.

Service does not include:

• Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
• Airfare from / to your country.
• Nepal entry visa fee. (Can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
• Hotel after 6 or 5 nights stay in Kathmandu.
• Service above Base Camp.
• Drinks except tea and coffee.
• Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
• Walki -Takie permit & Satellite phone permit.
• Oxygen & Mask -regulator for climbing.
• Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical and emergency evacuation.
• Climbing guide (Sherpa).
• Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods arriving to Nepal by air or road.
• Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, etc.
• International airport departure tax & tourist tax.
• Tips and climbing bonus.
• Garbage deposit US $ 2000.00 for a team. After expedition deposit will be refundable.

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