INTRODUCTION

Mount Everest is the highest mountain on Earth, towering 8,848.86 meters (29,035 feet) above sea level. Everest expedition has long been a goal for thrill seekers, and reaching the summit of the peak is regarded as one of the pinnacles of mountaineering. We accept this difficult challenge every year in the spring by sending our team of experienced climbers to ascend Mount Everest through the South Col route. The SE Ridge (South Col) route was the first route on Mount Everest to be successfully ascended, and this accomplishment was completed in 1953 by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa. Since then, there have been over 7000 ascents of Everest, most of them from the South Col route. It is without a doubt the mountain's most popular climbing route.

CLIMBING HISTORY OF EVEREST

• 1921 – First Reconnaissance expedition from Tibet
• 1922 – First attempt at Everest
• 1924 – Third British expedition where famed climbers George Mallory and Andrew Irvine disappeared just 245 meters below the summit
• 1950 – First reconnaissance expedition from the Nepal side
• 1952 – Swiss attempt on which Raymond Lambert and Tenzing Norgay reached 8595 meters
• 1953 – British expedition led by Col. John Hunt successfully summited Everest placing Kiwi Edmund Hillary and Indo-Nepali Tenzing Norgay Sherpa on the summit
• 2012 – Expedition Himalaya’s first commercial team successfully summited Everest: Wasfia Nazreen (First Bangladeshi female’s successful Everest summit)
• 2011 – First successful ascent of Gangchempo Peak – 6387 meters in Langtang region
• 2019 – Expedition Himalaya organized National Geographic’s Everest expedition

OUR EVEREST SPECIAL

• Customizable packages from normal to deluxe
• Highly qualified and experienced climbing guides and supporters team
• Full-proof documentation so you don't have to worry a bit
• Direct Heli flights - Kathmandu to Namche and Basecamp to Kathmandu
• Every attempt to make your summit dream come true
• The sustainable and environment-friendly operation module
• Expedition Himalaya is built on the foundation of social principles; we give back to the Himalayan communities as we make it.

MOUNT EVEREST CLIMBING ROUTE & HIGH CAMPS

By the time we reach Everest base camp, our climbing leaders and Sherpa will be well on the way to having the lower part of the mountain (the Khumbu Ice Fall) already fixed with ropes and ladders. We will establish four camps on the mountain. The first, at 19,500ft, is situated at the top of the icefall. This camp functions as an intermediate camp until Camp II (advanced base camp) is established at 21,000ft. Camp II will consist of large tents for cooking and dining and several smaller tents for sleeping. Camp II will be our base during Camp III and Camp IV (23,500ft and 25,912ft respectively). Camp III, which stands at the head of the cirque on the Lhotse face, will consist of three and four-man tents. This camp serves as an intermediate camp that climbers will use to reach Camp IV (high camp) on the South Col. Most of our Sherpa are able to carry directly from Camp II to Camp IV, so large amounts of gear are not needed at Camp III to establish Camp IV. Oxygen will be used above Camp III to help climbers reach high camp before attempting the summit. From Camp IV, we travel along the South East Ridge to the South Summit of Mount Everest. From here we traverse for a few hundred meters before reaching the Hillary Step and then onto the main summit.

 

Mount Everest Camp I – 5,945 meters

After the Icefall, the climbers arrive at Camp I, which is located at 19,500 feet. Depending on the type of expedition, Camp I will either be stocked by the climbers as they ascend and descend the Icefall or by Sherpas in advance. The area between Camp I and Camp II is known as the Western Cwm. As the climbers reach Camp II at 21,000 feet, they may be temporarily out of sight of their support at Base camp. Nonetheless, modern communication devices permit the parties to stay in contact.

Mount Everest Camp II – 6,402 meters

As the climbers leave Camp II, they travel towards the Lhotse face (Lhotse is a 27,920-foot mountain bordering Everest). The Lhotse face is a steep, shiny icy wall. Though not technically extremely difficult, one misstep or slip could mean a climber’s life. Indeed, many climbers have lost their lives through such mishaps.

Mount Everest Camp III – 23,500 feet (7,164 meters)

To reach Camp III, climbers must negotiate the Lhotse Face. Climbing a sheer wall of ice demands skill, strength and stamina. It is so steep and treacherous that many Sherpas move directly from Camp II to Camp IV on the South Col, refusing to stay on the Lhotse Face.

Mount Everest Camp IV – 26,300 feet (8000 meters)

As you’re leaving C4, the route becomes very difficult and the wind makes it trickier. There’s a little short slope on reliable snow which leads to the top of the Geneva Spur, and the wind pressure gradient across the spur can increase there as you’re getting set up for the rappel. Camp IV, which is at 26,300 on the Lhotse face, is typically the climbers’ first overnight stay in the Death Zone. The Death Zone is above 26,000 feet. Though there is nothing magical about that altitude, it is at this altitude that most human bodies lose all ability to acclimate. Accordingly, the body slowly begins to deteriorate and die – thus, the name “Death Zone.” The longer a climber stays at this altitude, the more likely illness (HACE – high altitude cerebral edema – or HAPE – high altitude pulmonary edema) or death will occur. Most climbers will use oxygen to climb and sleep at this altitude and above. This is the final major camp for the summit push. It is at this point that the climbers make their final preparations

Mount Everest SUMMIT- 29,028 feet (8848 meters)

From Camp IV, climbers will push through the Balcony, at 27,500 feet, to the Hillary Step at 28,800 feet. The Hillary Step, an over 70-foot rock step, is named after Sir. Edmond Hillary. Once the climbers ascend the Hillary Step, they slowly and laboriously proceed to the summit at 29,028 feet. The summit sits at the top of the world. Though not the closest place to the sun due to the earth’s curve, it is the highest peak on earth. Due to the decreased air pressure, the summit contains less than one-third of the oxygen as at sea level a person would die within minutes. Typically, climbers achieving the great summit will take pictures, gain their composure, briefly enjoy the view, and then return to Camp IV as quickly as possible. The risk of staying at the summit and the exhaustion from achieving the summit is too great to permit climbers to fully enjoy the great accomplishment at that moment.

Itinerary:

Day 01                |      Arrive Kathmandu

Days 02 & 03     |      Rest/preparation

Day 04                |      Direct Heli flight from Kathmandu to Namche Bazaar (3420m)

Day 05 & 06       |      Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (3420m)

Day 07                |      Trek Tengboche (3870m)

Day 08                |      Trek Dingboche (4360m)

Day 09                |      Rest/acclimatization

Day 10                |      Trek Lobuche (4930m)

Day 11                |      Trek Gorak Shep (5160m)

Day 12                |      Trek Everest Base Camp (5364m)

Days 13-55        |      Climbing Period (8848.86m)

Day 56                |      Flight to Kathmandu from Base Camp via Helicopter

Day 57                |      Depart Kathmandu 

COST INCLUSIONS

• Arrival & Departure transfer from and to the airport & hotels.
• 4 nights bed & breakfast accommodation in a 5* hotel in Kathmandu (twin share).
• Teahouse accommodation on full board (breakfasts, lunches & dinners) during the trek.
• Base Camp accommodation with an individual sleeping tent with mattress.
• Freshly cooked meals are prepared by our expert cook at base camp and Camp II.
• Base Camp service (shared with the group) includes a kitchen tent with the cook, kitchen boy, dining tent with tables and chairs, shower tent, toilet tent, storage tent, gas heater, etc.
• All foods and EPI gas for the members and staff for their stay at high Camps.
• Airfare: Kathmandu/Namche/ Base Camp/Kathmandu for members, staff and liaison officer.
• 1 Climbing Sherpa for 1 climbing member during the expedition.
• All the Expenses of the liaison officer such as equipment allowance and wages as per instructed by the Nepal Government.
• Expedition Royalty and Climbing Permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Everest (8848.86M).
• Icefall Charges by Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee.
• Sagarmatha National Park Permit
• Khumbu Entry Permit
• The required number of porters with wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurance.
• Equipment allowance and insurance for the climbing Sherpa's, cooks, and kitchen boys involved in an expedition.
• Helicopter Rescue Insurance for high altitude climbing Sherpa, cook, and staff.
• Baggage allowance of 40 Kg per member which the porters will carry.
• 6 Bottles Of Oxygen with a mask regulator for each member.
• 4 Bottles Of Oxygen For The Climbing Sherpa.
• Medical Kit carried by the guide/ sardar.
• Walkie-Talkie and satellite phone (charges per call).
• Rope Fixing Charge.
• Salary & Load Carrying Bonus For Sherpa (this bonus does not include the summit bonus).
• Farewell Dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
• Applicable local and government taxes.

COST EXCLUSIONS 

• International Airfare to and from Kathmandu.
• Nepal Visa fee.
• Travel & medical insurance including insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation.
• Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu.
• Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, bottled water, bar bills, etc.
• Trekking/climbing gear (also available on hire).
• Summit bonus for Sherpa & tips for local staffs ( $1500+300)
• Cost for the daily weather forecast.
• Tips for the staffs as gratitude.
• Any extra cost arising out of natural calamities or cancellation of the program.
• All other items are not mentioned in the list of ‘inclusions’.

Note: Please note that the Weather conditions in the Himalayas can be a big obstruction, even during the best trekking seasons. Bad weather or unsuitable weather conditions will directly affect the flight schedule, resulting in flight delays for a few hours to even a few following days. It is really challenging to travel to Lukla by 3 hours of driving, waking up at 2 am to drive to Ramechap Airport, then taking a 15-minute flight. To be safe, we therefore suggest that you extend your itinerary by a few days or opt for a helicopter rather than a fixed-wing flight to reach Lukla. If a flight is canceled, we'll do our best to reschedule it for the next day the following day (Subject to availability).