Sharphu Expedition, Sharphu Peak Climb, Sharphu Peak Summit, Sharphu Peak Itinerary, Sharphu Base Camp

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                               Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 06, 2026                               Kathmandu Arrival Date: September 30, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 08, 2026               Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 02, 2026

Sharphu Peak is a collection of peaks on a north-south ridge to the west of Kambachen at Mt. Kanchenjunga Base Camp area of Nepal, forming the watershed between the Ghunsa and Yangma valleys. Well to the north lie the peaks of Sato (6,176m) and Nupchu (6,044m); to the south is the Nango La, a pass on an established trail between Ghunsa and the Yangma Khola (valley).

There are six main summits in the group. From north to south these are Sharphu Sharphu I (7070m), Sharphu II (6154m), Sharphu III (6885m), Sharphu IV (6433m), Sharphu V (6328m) and Sharphu VI (6076m). Only the main summit, Sharphu I, is known to have been climbed: In 1963, Japanese climbers approached via the Sharphu Glacier to the southeast and climbed the south face and ridge. Takao Ishinabe, Chihura Miyamoto, and Yuzo Tatsumi were the first to reach the summit, on October 22, 2017 after fixing 1,000m of rope. Older maps sometimes refer to these peaks as the Tanga Group, with Sharphu III named Marson. On the ridge northwest of Sharpu V stands Tha Nagphu (5,980m). In April, María Pilar Agudo Fernández, José Luis Guzmán (both from Spain), Juan Pablo Sarjanovich (Argentina), and Pasang Sherpa (Nepal) set base camp at Kambachen with the aim of exploring these mountains. They attempted Sharphu I via the Sharphu Glacier to the southeast, reaching Camp 2 at 5,700m and finding the glacier to be much larger than depicted on their map.

They also went up the Nupchu Khola to look at some east faces of the Sharphu Group. From here they climbed Tha Nagphu (5,980m) via the glacier to the northeast and eventually the north ridge. They established Camp 1 below the glacier at ca 4,900m, four hours’ walk from Kambachen, then climbed past the small lake of Nupchu Pokhari to reach the glacier, which is much smaller than it appeared on their map. They crossed the glacier to the north ridge, climbed a 60° snow ramp followed by an 80° rock step, went up 150m of snow at 50°, and finished with a ramp of 80° snow and ice. Trails back with spectacular mountain scenery as we gradually descend to Taplejung and flight back to Kathmandu from Suketar.

Note:
1. If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
2. Looking to join a group? if so, feel free to contact us for more information.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: 2026 - Spring

06 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
07 April - Day 02: Kathmandu free, official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
08 April - Day 03: Flight to Biratnagar then drive to Basantapur. O/N at Toeahouse Lodge.
09 April - Day 04: Basantapur – Chowki (2,660m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
10 April - Day 05: Chowki – Gupha Pokhari. (2,890m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
11 April - Day 06: Gupha Pokhari – Dovan (760m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 April - Day 07: Dovan – Mitlung (995m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 April - Day 08: Mitlung – Chiruwa (1,200m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
14 April - Day 09: Chiruwa – Sakathum (1,600m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
15 April - Day 10: Sakathum – Amjilessa (2,460m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
16 April - Day 11: Amjilessa (Gyapla) – Ghunsa (3,475m) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
17 April - Day 12: Ghunsa – Khambachen (4,130m) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
18 April - Day 13: Hiking Lhonak (4,780m - Pangpengma Base Camp (5,000m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
19 April - Day 14: Khambachen – Back to Ghunsa (3,475m) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
20 April - Day 15: Ghunsa – Nango-la pass (4,802m) Sharphu III Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
21 April - Day 16: Sharphu III Base Camp – Marson-La Pass and Sharphu I Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
22 April/02 May - Day 17/27: Climbing period for Sharphu Peak 1st summit (7,070m). O/N at Camping.
03 May - Day 28: Ghunsa – Mivingla Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
04 May - Day 29: Mivingla Base Camp – Tseram (3,750m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
05 May - Day 30: Tseram – Omje Khola (2,340m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 May - Day 31: Omje Khola –Phumpe Danda. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 May - Day 32: Phumpe Danda – Kunjari. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 May - Day 33: Kunjari – Suketar (2,419m - Taplejung). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 May - Day 34: Suketar – Kathmandu by flight or, drive then transfers to Hotel.
10 May - Day 35: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
11 May - Day 36: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: 2026 - Autumn

01 October - Day 02: Kathmandu free, official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
02 October - Day 03: Flight to Biratnagar, drive to Basantapur (2,200m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
03 October - Day 04: Basantapur – Chowki (2,660m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
04 October - Day 05: Chowki – Gupha Pokhari (2,890m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
05 October - Day 06: Gupha Pokhari – Dovan (760m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 October - Day 07: Dovan – Mitlung (995m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 October - Day 08: Mitlung – Chiruwa (1,200m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 October - Day 09: Chiruwa – Sakathum (1,600m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 October - Day 10: Sakathum – Amjilessa (2,460m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
10 October - Day 11: Amjilessa (Gyapla) – Ghunsa (3,475m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
11 October - Day 12: Ghunsa – Khambachen (4,130m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 October - Day 13: Hiking Lhonak (4,780m. - Pangpengma Base Camp (5,000m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 October - Day 14: Khambachen – Back to Ghunsa (3,475m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
14 October - Day 15: Ghunsa – Nango-la pass (4,802m) Sharphu III Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
15 October - Day 16: Sharphu III Base Camp – Marson-La Pass and Sharphu I Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
16/26 October Day 17/27: Climbing period for Sharphu Peak 1st summit (7,070m.). O/N at Camping.
27 October - Day 28: Ghunsa – Mivingla Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
28 October - Day 29: Mivingla Base Camp – Tseram (3,750m) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
29 October - Day 30: Tseram – Omje Khola (2,340m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
30 October - Day 31: Omje Khola – Phumpe Danda. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
31 October - Day 32: Phumpe Danda – Kunjari. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
01 November - Day 33: Kunjari – Suketar (2,419m - Taplejung). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
02 November - Day 34: Suketar – Kathmandu by flight or drive then transfers to Hotel.
03 November - Day 35: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
04 November - Day 36: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Up to Base Camp Cost Includes

All pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic flights, as per the itinerary. (Airport–Hotel–Airport and expedition pick-up and drop-off)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
4 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (2 Night before and 2 Night after expedition).
Domestic air ticket: Kathmandu - Biratnagar - Suketar - Kathmandu for member, trekking and base camp guide including airport taxes and cargo fees. (In the absence of a flight from Suketar to Kathmandu, we will travel by road to Bhadrapur and fly to Kathmandu on the same day.)
Local Reserve 4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Biratnagar - Basantapur for member, trekking and Base Camp guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance Sherpa guide and Porters.
Local Toyota Hiace or, Day/Night service public Bus transportation: Suketar (Taplejung) - Kathmandu for Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance Sherpa guide and Porters and all expeditions gears, as per itinerary.
Transportation of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Sharphu Peak expedition and other necessary permit fees.
Garbage management deposit and garbage disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension. (If required by member)
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA) entrance Permit fees.
3 Meals breakfast - Lunch - Dinner and accommodation at teahouse lodges during the trekking to base camp and back.
Each members will be provided an individual Tent (Kailas/Box Tent), Mattress at Base Camp.
Common Equipment at Base Camp such as Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Communication Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Cooking utensils and heater, etc.
Government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment's charges, all 3 meals, insurance and all ground transportation or both-way airfare as per itinerary.
Freshly cooked meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner): Continental, Nepali, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese items with hot drinks, Tea and Coffee at Base Camp.
Fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fruits, juice, and drinks will be regularly served at Base Camp.
Experienced Base Camp Sirdar, Manager, Cook and Kitchen helpers at Base Camp.
Necessary Porters up to the Base Camp from Kathmandu or, Basantapur and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Each member is allowed 30 kg of expedition equipment's, baggage, or barrels for transport up to Base Camp.
Each member is allowed 20 kg of expedition equipment's, baggage, or barrels for the return to Kathmandu.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of base camp sirdar, Manager, Cook, kitchen helpers and porters.
High Altitude Medical expenses, Helicopter rescue coverage insurance for BC Sirdar, Cook, porters and involved Nepalese staffs.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light, charging camera and mobile set.
SAT phone or, Mobile phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use at $ 3 per minute.
Walkie-Talkie for communicating from Base Camp.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator or, Gamow Bag at Base Camp. (Lifesaver device).
Weather forecast information during the entire expedition.
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Sharphu Peak summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Nepal government official taxes and company service charge.

Up to Base Camp Cost Excludes

International airfare: To and from your country.
Nepal entry visa fee (To be applied for 60 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 5 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking and climbing Boots).
Hight altitude climbing Sherpa guide and his related expenses.
High altitude tents/sleeping bags and mattress etc.
High Camp Services: High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector) and High Food, etc.
Charges for communication equipment and commercial filming permits during the trek and expedition.
Airport customs charges for expedition gear and materials.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, Hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage.
Applicable customs charges for Drone camera and special filming permit.
Personal Expenses: Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, laundry service, postage, alcoholic beverages, bottles and canned beverages, specialty coffee or espresso drinks etc during in teahouse lodges on the way to base camp and return.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport - TIA.
Any other service cost which is not included in the Cost Includes.
Tips for base camp support crew’s.

Tipping System:
Tipping is done on a group-sharing basis by expedition participants. The minimum recommended amounts are:
1. Base Camp Guide & Cook: Min. USD 200 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 150 each.
3. Porters: Min. USD 100 each.

Up to Summit Cost Includes

All pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic flights, as per the itinerary. (Airport–Hotel–Airport and expedition pick-up and drop-off)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
4 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (2 Night before and 2 Night after expedition).
Domestic air ticket: Kathmandu - Biratnagar - Suketar - Kathmandu for member, H. A. Climbing guide including airport taxes and cargo fees. (In the absence of a flight from Suketar to Kathmandu, we will travel by road to Bhadrapur and fly to Kathmandu on the same day.)
Local Reserve 4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Biratnagar - Basantapur for member, H. A. Climbing guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance Sherpa guide and Porters.
Local Toyota Hiace or, Day/Night service public Bus transportation: Suketar (Taplejung) - Kathmandu for Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance Sherpa guide and Porters and all expeditions gears, as per itinerary.
Transportation of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Sharphu Peak expedition and other necessary permit fees.
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA) entrance Permit fees.
Garbage management deposit and garbage disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension. (If required by member)
Government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment charges, all meals, insurance and both-way airfare.
1 Professional Everest Summiteer H. A. climbing Sherpa guide with his equipment allowance, daily wages, and carrying bonus.
Each climbing member will be accompanied by one High Altitude climbing Sherpa guide.
3 Meals breakfast - Lunch - Dinner and accommodation at teahouse lodges during the trekking to base camp and back.
Each Members will be provided an individual Tent (Kailas/Box Tent), Mattress at Base Camp.
Common Equipment at Base Camp such as Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Communication Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Cooking utensils and heater, etc.
Freshly cooked meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner): Continental, Nepali, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese items with hot drinks, Tea and Coffee at Base Camp.
Fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fruits, juice, and drinks will be regularly served at Base Camp.
Experienced Base Camp Sirdar, Manager, Cook and Kitchen helpers at Base Camp.
Necessary Porters up to the Base Camp from Kathmandu or, Basantapur and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Each member is allowed 30 kg of expedition equipment, baggage, or barrels for transport up to Base Camp.
Each member is allowed 20 kg of expedition equipment, baggage, or barrels for the return to Kathmandu.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of base camp sirdar, Manager, Cook, kitchen helpers and porters.
High Altitude Medical expenses, Helicopter rescue coverage insurance for H. A. climbing guide Sherpa, BC Sirdar, Cook, porters and involved Nepalese staffs.
Common climbing equipment such as enough ropes, ice screws, ice bar, ice or rock pitons, etc.
High Camp Services for C1-C2: High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector) and High Food, etc.
High altitude tents, sleeping bags and mattress.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light, charging camera and mobile set.
Walkie-Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
SAT phone or, Mobile phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use at $ 3 per minute.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator or, Gamow Bag at Base Camp. (Lifesaver device).
Weather forecast during the entire expedition.
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Sharphu Peak summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Nepal government official taxes and company service charge.

Up to Summit Cost Excludes

International airfare: To and from your country.
Nepal entry visa fee (To be applied for 60 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 5 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking and climbing Boots).
Charges for communication equipment and commercial filming permits during the trek and expedition.
Airport customs charges for expedition gear and materials.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, Hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage.
Applicable permit fees, customs charges, Drone camera and commercial filming permit.
Personal Expenses: Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, laundry service, postage, alcoholic beverages, bottles and canned beverages, specialty coffee or espresso drinks etc during in teahouse lodges on the way to base camp and return.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
Summit Bonus for Personal H. A. climbing Sherpa guide USD 900. (Please see the information mentioned below.)
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport - TIA.
Any other service cost which is not included in the Cost Includes.
Tips for base camp support crew’s.

Note for expedition participants:
Expedition service up to Base Camp: This applies to those who have booked the expedition service - up to Base Camp. The cost does not include the High Altitude (H. A.) Sherpa guide, food and fuel, tents, climbing gear, fixed ropes up to the summit, or the Sherpa’s bonus beyond Advance Base Camp.
Additional Cost for a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 2,100 (If required by client)

The additional cost for a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (H. A.) includes: Expedition equipment allowance, Personal climbing gears, daily wages, food and fuel from base camp to summit, helicopter rescue coverage, medical expenses, accident insurance for the Sherpa, all ground transportation, domestic flight tickets (Kathmandu–Biratnagar–Suketar–Kathmandu) and a personal sleeping tent at base camp, among other essentials.

Summit Bonus for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 500 for reaching Camp at 6,000m, plus USD 400 for climbing from 6,000m to the summit - total USD 900. This amount is payable on the spot by the climbing member and applies only to those who purchase expedition services - up to summit.

We will provide the expedition cost based on your group size and specific service requirements. Please feel free to email us or use the 'Book Expedition' form to send us your inquiry.

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Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range
Kanchenjunga Himal
Height
Sharphu I -7,070m., Sharphu II 6154m., Sharphu III 6885m., Sharphu IV 6433m., Sharphu V 6328m., Sharphu VI 6076m.
Latitude
27º 42’ 09” N
Longitude
88º 09’ 25” E
Trip Days
36 Days
Normal Ascent Route
South West Face
First Ascent
Takao Ishinabe, Chihura Miyamoto, and Yuzo Tatsumi, - Japanese were the first to reach the summit, on October 22, 2017.
Easiest Route
Glacier/snow/Ice Climb
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
Minimum 2 Climber (Private Group, Group Joining Basis)
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
4 Nights in Kathmandu at a Hotel and 31 Nights in Tea-house Lodge/Camping
Food
B/L/D, Except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Best Seasons
Spring/Autumn/Winter
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Basantapur - Gupha Pokhari - Chiruwa - Ghunsa - Khambachen - Pangpengma Base Camp - Nango-la pass Sharphu Peak Base Camp - Tseram - Kunjari – Suketar - Kathmandu