Mt. Lhakpa Ri 7045m. Expedition - Kyirong

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Mt. Lhakpa Ri 7045m. Expedition - Kyirong

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Departure Detail
Spring Season:
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 08, 2024
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 11, 2024

Mt. Lhakpa Ri, a high altitude trek and most attainable 7,045m. peak in the world and an ideal objective, remarkably positioned just across the glacier from Everest. It shares the historic route up the East Rongbuk Glacier and is climbable by a relatively safe and straightforward route. It is just over the milestone altitude of 7,045m. making it higher than anything outside Asia and is probably the most climbable peak in the world. Mt. Lhakpa Ri is first climbed by George Mallory, who was on his way to the Everest reconnaissance in 1921 and he had seen the north col. The second ascent made by Bill Tilman during his Everest reconnaissance in 1936. The third ascent was made by French Everest summiteer Michelle Pella in 1988 and the fourth ascent made by Ken McConnell in 1991. The current expedition teams follow the same routes as the previous four expedition teams used in the past.

Our trek through valleys filled with ripening barley and herds of yaks to Everest Base Camp. A steady achievable trek through stunning glaciers and peaks to Advanced Base Camp and Lhakpa Ri which must be the worlds most achievable 7,000m. peak. The ascent follows a shallow, snow-filled depression on the southwest flank, ascending low-angled snow for 6000m., which steeples at mid-height to around 30-35°. After gaining the crest of the ridge close to the Lhakpa La, we turn south and follow the snow ridge to the summit. This trip start from Kathmandu and drive takes you to Kyirong Bazar via Syabrubesi, after visa formalities work and meeting transportation at Timure, driving along the northern side of the Himalaya range with views of Mt. Shisha Pangma, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt Everest and numerous other peaks we will reach to Lakpa Ri Base Camp. After finishing expedition we will drive to back to Pasang Lhamu friendship bridge at Timure and continue drive back to Kathmandu for final departure.

Note:
If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
If you are alone and looking for a group to join then visit our fix-departure expedition information.

Expedition outline itinerary: via Kyirong

08 April - Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
09 April - Day 02: Kathmandu free for apply Tibet visa.
10 April - Day 03: Preparation for expedition and official trip briefing.
11 April - Day 04: Drive to Syabrubesi (1,462m.) and Overnight at Teahouse Lodge.
12 April - Day 05: Drive from Syabrubesi - Kyirong Bazar (2,700m.) O/N at Hotel.
13 April - Day 06: Drive to Tingri (4,350m.). O/N at Hotel.
14 April - Day 07: Fully day acclimatization in Tingri. O/N at Hotel.
15 April - Day 08: Drive from Tingri to Lakpa Ri Base Camp. Tented Camp.
16 April - Day 09: Full day acclimatization Lahpa Ri Base Camp.
17 April - Day 10: Acclimatization prepare load for Advance Base Camp.
18 April - Day 11: Middle Camp – Advance Base Camp. Tented Camp.
19 April/01 May - Day 12/24: Climbing period of Lakpa Ri Peak (7,045m.).
02 May - Day 25: Reserve day. Tented Camp.
03 May - Day 26: Trek back to Base Camp.
04 May - Day 27: Drive back to Kyirong Bazar. O/N at Hotel.
05 May - Day 28: Drive to Timure border and Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
06 May - Day 29: Free day in Kathmandu.
07 May - Day 30: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Expedition outline itinerary: via Lhasa/Kyirong

Height: 7,045m. (23,114 feet)
Latitude: 28° 2' 17'' N
Longitude: 86° 58' 15'' E
Entry: Lhasa/Exit: Kyirong
Trip Duration: 30 Days
Normal Ascent Route: Normal
Grade: Mountaineering
Caravan Route: Kathmandu-Lhasa-Tingri-Lhakpa Ri Base Camp-Advance BC- Kyirong

April 08 - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
April 09/10 - Day 02/03: Kathmandu free and preparation for expedition, briefing for expedition.
April 11 - Day 04: Fly to Lhasa (3,660m.) and transfer to Hotel.
April 12/13 - Day 05/06: Sightseeing in Lhasa. O/N at Hotel.
April 14 - Day 07: Free in Lhasa. O/N at Hotel.
April 15 - Day 08: Drive Lhasa – Gyantse (3,950m.).
April 16 - Day 09: Drive to Shigatse (3,900m.).
April 17 - Day 10: Sightseeing and drive to Shegar (4,050m.).
April 18 - Day 11: Drive Shegar - Rongbuk (5,000m.)
April 19 - Day 12: At Lakpa Ri Base Camp/Everest Base Camp (5,200m.).
April 20 - Day 13: Trek to Camp 1 (5,460m.).
April 21 - Day 14: Trek to Interim Camp (5,760m.).
April 22 - Day 15: Rest day at Interim Camp (5,760m.).
April 23 - Day 16: Trek to Camp 2 (5,970m.).
April 24 - Day 17: Trek to Camp 3 (6,400m.).
April 25 - Day 18: Rest day at Camp 3 (6,400m.).
April 26 - Day 19: Preparation for summit, At Camp 3 (6,400m.).
April 27 - Day 20: Climbing period for Lhakpa Ri (7,045m.), return to Advance Base Bamp.
April 28 - Day 21: Reserve day for if incase weather bad or back pack.
April 29/May 01 - Day 22/24: Trek back to Everest Chinese Base Camp
May 02/03 - Day 25/26: Drive back to Kyirong border and transfer to Hotel.
May 04 - Day 27: Drive from Kyirong to Timure, visa formality drive to Syabrubesi (1,462m.). O/N at Hotel.
May 05 - Day 28: Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
May 06 - Day 29: Kathmandu free.
May 07 - Day 30: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Service Includes up to Base Camp

All land transportation by Van, Land Cruiser, Jeep, Hiace or, Mini Bus. (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
Accommodation in Kathmandu for 5 nights at bed and breakfast basis.
Tibet visa fee.
Road permit and travel permit.
Expedition Permit fee of Mt. Lhakpa Ri.
Transportation as per program/itinerary.
Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Lhasa. (Gongar airport one way - If expedition via Lhasa/Lhakpa Ri BC/Kyirong)
Sightseeing in Lhasa as per itinerary. (If expedition via Lhasa/Lhakpa Ri BC/Kyirong)
Accommodation in Tibet on full board basis (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
Service of Liaison officer and interpreter.
Nepalese Sherpa cook and kitchen boy at BC and Advance BC.
Entry fee of Kitchen staffs.
Equipment allowances, daily salary of kitchen staffs, Liaison officer and interpreter.
Insurance of kitchen staffs, Liaison officer and interpreter.
Food and fuel at base camp and advance base camp.
Kitchen tent, dining tent, store tent, shower tent, toilet tents, chair, table at BC and Advance BC.
Single sleeping tent and mattress at BC and Advance BC.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Advance Base Camp.
Per Person 30 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
Transfer of all expedition goods and equipment’s to BC and back.
2 Expedition duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Generator or Solar panel at Advance Base Camp for light and charging.
Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
Emergency Oxygen bottle, Mask and regulator at advance base camp (for medical use).
Garbage deposit fee.
Medical Kit Box for crew’s and simple medical service for members till Advance BC.
Agency Service charge.

Service does not include

Airfare: To and from your country.
International airport departure tax.
Nepal entry and Re-entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
All Drinks except tea and coffee.
Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu.
Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
Tents above advance base camp.
High altitude food and fuel above base camp.
Oxygen bottle, Mask and regulator (available on request - NOT require).
Personal local transportation in Kathmandu and Tibet except above mentioned programs.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage.
Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie-Talkie communication equipment and commercial filming.
Porters and transportation in case of natural calamity.
Nepal custom duty charges for import of expedition goods.
Extra yaks if required.
Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
Tips and bonuses for staff.

Expedition service up to Summit

All land transportation by Van, Land Cruiser, Hiace or, Mini Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
Accommodation in Kathmandu for 5 nights at bed and breakfast basis.
Tibet visa fee.
Expedition Permit fee of Mt Lhakpa Ri.
Road permit and travel permit
Accommodation in Tibet on full board basis (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Lhasa. (Gongar airport one way - If expedition via Lhasa/Lhakpa Ri BC/Kyirong)
Sightseeing in Lhasa as per itinerary. (If expedition via Lhasa/Lhakpa Ri BC/Kyirong)
1 Climbing Sherpa per climbing member.
Service of Liaison officer and interpreter.
Transportation as per program/itinerary.
All common climbing equipments such as fixed ropes, main ropes, snow bars, ice screws, pitons etc.
High altitude tents.
High altitude food and fuel.
Nepalese Sherpa cook and kitchen boy at BC and Advance BC.
Entry fee of Kitchen staffs.
Equipment allowances, daily salary of Climbing Sherpa, kitchen staffs, Liaison officer and interpreter.
Insurance of Climbing Sherpa, kitchen staffs, Liaison officer and interpreter.
Food and fuel at base camp and advance base camp.
Kitchen tent, dining tent, store tent, shower tent, toilet tents, chair, table at BC and Advance BC.
Single sleeping tent and mattress at BC and Advance BC.
Transfer of all expedition goods and equipment’s to BC and back.
2 Expedition duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Generator or Solar panel at Advance Base Camp for light and charging.
Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
Emergency Oxygen bottle at advance base camp (for medical use).
Medical Kit Box for crew’s and simple medical service for members till Advance BC.
Garbage deposit fee.
Agency Service charge.

Expedition service does not include

Airfare: To and from your country.
International airport departure tax.
Nepal entry and Re-entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu.
Oxygen bottles, mask and regulator for expedition use (Poisk Oxygen System).
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage.
Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie-Talkie communication equipment and commercial filming.
Nepal custom duty charges for import of expedition goods.
Porters and transportation in case of natural calamity.
Extra Yak if required.
Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
Tips and bonuses for staff.

Hiring High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (Guide): USD 7,400 Per Sherpa (If required by Member)

Note:

We will provide you the expedition cost as per your size of group or, as per your requirement for the expedition service. We request you to e-mail us or, use "Book Expedition" form for send us your message.

Above given cost does not include the climbing Sherpa’s food and fuel, tents, climbing gears and summit bonus above advance base camp.

Hiring a high altitude Sherpa does cost USD 7,400 includes equipment allowances, daily wages, food and fuel up to base camp, insurance,and sleeping tents at up to advance BC etc.

Summit Bonus: Camp 7000m. and over to summit= USD 500 = 500 USD extra payable for climbing Sherpa on the spot.

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Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, China (Tibet Autonomous Region)
Himalayan Range
Mahalangur Himal
Height
7,045m./23,114ft
Latitude
28°2′16″ N
Longitude
86°58′11″ O
Trip Days
30 Days
Normal Ascent Route
Normal
First Ascent
George Mallory, who was on his way to the Everest reconnaissance in 1921
Easiest Route
West face ridge
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
Minimum 2 Person (Group Joining Basis)
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
Hotel room/Single Tent/Camping
Food
B/L/D, Except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Best Seasons
Spring/Autumn
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Syabrubesi - Kyirong - Tingri - Lhakpa Ri Base Camp - Advance BC