Mt. Everest South Face Expedition
Overview
Most of the mountaineers have their dream to reach the summit of Everest in their life time. For many
who are mainly trekkers become contended having the good view of it from Kalapatthar, Gokyo Ri or
visiting Everest base camp. For many mountaineers successful Everest expedition is the ultimate goal of
climbing in Himalayas of Nepal. The highest summit alone in the world – the Everest climbing – is an
exciting and a terrific experience. The climb will be led along the normal route via the south Col,
installing a base camp at approximately 6000m, 6600m, 7400m and 8000m respectively. The Everest
along this route is technically straightforward, but climbers must be aware for the potential sudden
weather changes and the risks involved. The Everest South Col route gives the best chance of reaching the
summit, and of returning fit and well. This is mainly because the time spent at over 8,000 meters is less,
as the last camp on the way to the top is on the South Col, at just under 8,000 meters. The top camp is at
8,400 meters, which exposes to the extremes of altitude for appreciably longer, spending at least one night
there on the way up and, more than likely, one there on the way down. It is also a long distance from this
camp to the top, along an increasingly narrow ridge, exposed to the prevailing winds, and all the time
above 8,600 meters
Itinerary in detail
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Arrive at the Tribhuwan International Airport where you will be welcomed by our representative and
transferred to your hotel. This day is simply an arrival day and there will no organized activities. So, you
will have some free time to relax or walk around for local sights. A pre-departure meeting will be held
early evening or next day as per your convenience. In the meeting you will be introduced with our
trekking guide. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Day 02: Half day Kathmandu Sightseeing & shopping for expedition
After breakfast at Hotel your guide will meet you and take you to city sightseeing in the Kathmandu
valley. You will visit the Boudhanath temple, the largest Buddhist Stupa in Nepal, Pashupatinath, a Hindu
pilgrimage site and possibly you can view cremation and Hindu rituals along the banks of the Bagmati
River. Continue on to Patan Durbar Square and explore ancient Nepalese architecture and end your tour
with a lunch. After that you will view ancient Nepalese art in the Patan museum. Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 03: Official formalities & Briefing in Ministry of Tourism
Day 04: Fly to Lukla (2800m) & trek to Phakding (2652m)-Approx. 4/5 hrsEarly morning flight to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft). After final preparations the expedition starts passing
through Chaurikharka village and makes a descent towards the Dudhkosi Ghat (2,530m/8,300ft). The trail
follows the precise bank of the Dudhkosi River until camp at Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft) is reached. This
first day is made short for acclimatization reasons.
Day 05: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.)5hrs
The trail starts through a level path along the right bank. You cross a stream and climb the terraced hill
from the Dudh Koshi route to arrive at Benkar. The trail now climbs from the river bed on the left bank
into the mountain, through a forest to Chumoa. You continue along a path with many ups and downs;
cross a stream, and pass by the tiny Sherpa village. Now you descend the path of stone steps and return to
the right bank. After a short climb you come to stop at the Sagarmatha National Park entrance counter
where National Park fee is collected. After your departure from Jorsale you enter a forested mountainside.
You follow a short walk along the riverbed of this V-shaped valley where the river forks - the right is the
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Dudh Koshi and the left is the Bhote Koshi that leads to Nampa La. After short distance along the Bhote
Kosi you begin the steep ascent to Namche Bazaar. As the mountain path zigzags uphill, you will emerge
at a ridge top rest area that offers excellent views of Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8516m.), The climb
eases somewhat, and Namche Bazaar appears ahead as you travel along the path surrounded by pines.
You will pass the plateau where the Saturday bazaar is held and enter the village. Namche Bazar (3440m)
is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and opens out only where it faces the Bhote Koshi. The
village is a central hub of the area and food, sundries and even mountain climbing equipment are
available for hiring and purchasing here.
Day 06: Rest day at Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) for acclimatization
Namche is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance
of lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops as well as a magnificent outlook. It is an ideal place to spend a
rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude trek in the Everest region. For the acclimatization you will
walk upto Khumjung where you can visit monastery. Khumjung is densely populated by Sherpa
community. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse,
Tawche and Kongde. Or, you may have an hour walk up to Everest View Hotel for the outstanding view
of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. You can also visit the
National Park Centre and Museum just above the town. This museum exhibits Sherpa culture.
Day 07: Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3860 m.)
You leave the village for a climb to the top of a ridge and level mountain path that offers an excellent
panorama of Thamserku, Kantega, and Kusum Kangrib. To the right there is a steep cliff that drops down
to the Dudh Koshi, faintly visible on the valley floor below. As you make your way around a branch
ridge, Ama Dablam (6812m) Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse (7855m) and Tawoche (6501m) suddenly appear.
After a gentle descent, the mountain path ends; you will come to the fork leading to Gokyo. Now you
descend past two tea houses and through the village of Trashinga. Though you cannot see it, you can hear
the Dudh Kosi and soon you descend to the river and arrive at Phunki Tenga. It is a long climb to
Tyangboche; the first half is especially steep. As you climb through the forested zone, the incline eases
and a splendid view appears. Continue climbing the mountainside diagonally until you come to the stone
gate built by lamas which marks your entry into Tyangboche (3867m) You may use the large plateau in
front of the splendid monastery for your campsite. There are a lodge and hotel managed by the National
Park Service. Tyangboche is an important lookout point on this route and the sunset on Everest and Ama
Dablam is especially beautiful.
Day 08: Tyangboche to Pheriche
The trail passes on a slope track then climbs gently becoming steeper & passes the forest & small lodges
& reaches to Pangboche. Pangboche is a village of Sherpas but famous for its Monastery & it is claimed
that the Yeti's scalp & the fingers of hand are kept in this Monastery. After Pangboche the trail passes
through the meadow fields & several tea houses & after 3 hrs reaches to Pheriche for the night camp.
Day09: Pheriche to Lobuche (4930m)
Leaving Pheriche, the trail meanders up the open valley, beautiful when the weather is fine. A smaller
trail then branches off to the left and heads directly to the bridge over a few slippery boulders, while the
main path heads up to join the trail directly from Dingboche just a minute before the bridge to Tukla.
Climb the ridge behind Dingboche on one of the many trails to the higher plain. There are several paths to
follow, all leading to the bridge across Tukla. Beyond Tukla, the hill immediately is tough. And the trail
climbs gently and reaches with in 2 hrs to Lobuche.
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Day 10: Lobuche-Kalapatthar (5545m) Gorakshep (5170m)
Today the trail is the longest one as it may take about 8 hours for the roundtrip. The trail from Lobuche to
Gorakshep gently climbs and takes about 4 hrs but the walk to Kalapatthar is a bit harder as it is a steep
climb for about 3 hours. Trekkers may have breathing problems due to high altitude. Kalapatthar is
situated in the bottom of Pumori and provides the panoramic views of the whole mountains in the
Khumbu area. Then we descend down to Gorakshep for our night camp, which takes about 1 hrs, descent.
Day 11: Gorakshep-Everest Base camp (5400m)
Today the trail takes you to the base of Mt Everest. The trail passes through the yak meadows & mostly
on yak trails. The trail also passes the Khumbu Glacier. We will camp at Everest Base camp.
Day 12-61: Climbing Period for Mt. Everest
After the Base camp, we cross crevasses, Sercs and ice black. Similarly, we head way up to Chunks of ice
which is as large as houses on the route where we would fix ropes and aluminum ladders to climb up
camp 1 (6400m)
Camp 1- 20,000ft (6,400m)
This camp 1 is situated at the flat area of snow endless snow deep crevasses and mountain walls. Because
of the Sun's reflection from this place we get warm and hitting ambience at this place. At night we hear
the deep murmuring cracking sounds of crevasses beneath our tent. These are the areas where we have to
walk to reach camp 2.
Camp 2- 21,000ft (6,750m)
This camp 2 is situated at the height of the 21000ft, which is located at the foot of the icy Mt.Lhotse wall
though where we have to go ahead. Here, weather would be good but bad clouds float in from the low
range of the Himalayan valleys to the bottom of our camp two. But wind here sometimes seems very
violent enough to destroy our tents. From Camp2 we make departure for Camp 3.
Camp 3- 22,300ft (7,100m)
Camp 3 is located at the height of 22,300ft, adjoining to Mt. Lhotse wall. After climbing the 4000ft.
Lhotse wall by using fixed rope and with prior acclimatization the trail leads us to camp 4. Also on the
way we have to ascend the steep allow bands (lose, down -slopping and rotten limestone). From there we
will cross short snowfield and the route moves ahead up the Geneva Spur to the east before finishing the
flats of the South Col. Oxygen should probably be used above base camp 3 in case of necessity to the
climbers.
Camp 4- 26,000ft (8,400m)
Now are on at camp 4 which is located at the height of 26,000ft; it is the last camp of our expedition.
From here summit is about 500m, distance far. This is the final and dangerous part of the climbing. This
place is besieged by ferocious and violent winds. The normal best way to reach to the summit is via the
narrow South - East Ridge and it precedes the South Summits 28,710ft. From here the way is easy to
reach the summit of Everest 29,028ft (8848m). This is the route used by late Sir Edmond Hillary and late
Tenzing Norge Sherpa in 1953.
Summit day
We start climbing very early morning and attempt to reach the summit before midday. After the summit,
we retreat back to the South Col and next day we descend to Camp II and Base Camp. Guides and Sherpa
will accompany us all summit attempts and oxygen will be used.
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Day 62: Base Camp - Thyangboche (3800m)
After the great climbing today we clean up the base camp and head down to Thyangboche.
Day 63: Thyanboche - Phakding (2600m)
After breakfast we trek down to Phunkethanga, a small settlement with couple of teahouses. From here
the trail leads uphill through the forested path with great memories and after crossing the local wooden
bridge over the Dudh Koshi river trek onwards to steep climb to Sanasa to Namche bazaar and trek
further down to Phagding for overnight stay.
Day 64: Phakding - Lukla (2800m)
Today our hike is very easy, little up and down, following the same route we trekked on the first day of
our expedition from Lukla. It will take about 4 hours to get back to Lukla. After refreshing up; your guide
will re-confirm your flight for next day morning. You will have time to stroll around. In the evening you
will enjoy the last celebration dinner with your expedition crew members and overnight at hotel.
Day 65: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu
This is a day to exit yourself from mountain after your successful summit to Mt. Everest in Nepal. Early
morning flight will take you back to Kathmandu airport and our guide transfers you to your hotel. You
may have time to relax after long journey and take back your breath and rest at your hotel.
Day 66: Free day in Kathmandu, farewell dinner
On this pleasant day you may have a full day at leisure either relax at hotel or explore around Thamel. Or,
you may do your last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives.
Day 67: Transfer to Airport for your onward destination
Our airport representative will come to pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to the International
Airport according to your departure flight time
Cost Includes
 International Arrival/Departure Transfers
 5 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, inclusive of breakfast
 Kathmandu Half day sightseeing, escorted by English Speaking Guide
 Domestic flight tickets Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu with air cargo & airport tax
 Domestic Arrival/ Departure Transfers
 Everest National Park Entry Fee
 Mt. Everest Royalty Fee
 Full board Tea House/ Lodge trek till Gorakshep (night at Tea House/Lodge) & Full board
camping throughout (night at tents)
 Full board meals during the trekking and expedition period, if you have any specific dietary
requirement please let us know, we will provide accordingly
 High altitude climbing food, fuel, Gas above base camp (you are also advised to bring some high
altitude food yourselves)
 Professional Expedition Guide
 One to one Climbing Sherpa on summit day
 High Altitude Climbing Sherpa equipment & allowance
 Oxygen (5 cylinder of 4 liter per member and 3 cylinders per Sherpa) and Mask regulator
 Personal luggage allowed 100Kg.
 Porter & Yak from Lukla to Base Camp & back to Lukla
 1 tent for 1 member for Expedition North Face or Similar brand
 All camping gear that includes dining tent, cooking stove, gas, ropes, toilet tent, shower tent,
table and chairs, mattresses sharing with other members
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 Liaison officer's allowances, equipment for expedition, flight ticket, insurance, daily wages
sharing with other group member
 High altitude staff allowances, flight tickets, food, accommodation, insurance, daily wages
 High Altitude Nepali staff accidental/ medical/emergency and evacuation insurance
 Emergency oxygen mask and regulator
 Radio communication set (walkie-talkie)
 Gamo Bag (life saving device in case of altitude sickness) sharing with group members
 Solar panel for light and charges batteries
 Garbage Deposit USD 4,000 (Sharing with other members)
 Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
 All liable government of Nepal administration fees for climbing permits processing
Cost Excludes
International flight fares
International airport departure tax
Nepal entry visa fee (See Trip Note for Details)
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
Single supplement during entire trip
Note: Additional cost applies for single supplement
Personal specific high altitude climbing food
Personal climbing gears–clothing, sleeping bags, climbing equipment. Please click ‘equipment
check list’
Personal Travel/Medical/Accident/Emergency evacuation insurance
International cargo custom clearance fee
Alcoholic beverage & bottle drinks
Climbing Sherpa summit bonus
Personal Satellite phone permit
Filming & Videography
Extra personal expenses
Climbing Sherpa bonus
Tips for Nepali staff
All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fee, transport, extra hotel night,
food etc.)
If scheduled flight gets cancelled due to bad weather from Lukla to Kathmandu on return. In such
situation, we need to send chartered helicopter which costs US $ 450 per person. Helicopter cost
has to be borne by the clients to get outbound flight on scheduled time.
Any changes incurred as a result of delay beyond the control of ‘Trek Himalayan LLC’
Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail, internet between Nepal and your home country)
Medical evacuation insurance policy is mandatory
Any other services not specified in the ‘Cost Includes’
NITTY-GRITTY
 Expedition Region: Everest, Nepal
 Trip Duration: 67 Days
 Total Trekking days: 12 Days
 Total Climbing period: 50 Days
 Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu: 5 Nights
 Trip Starts / Ends: Kathmandu
 Activities: Trekking + Expedition + Sightseeing
 Mode of Transportation: Flights & Private Comfortable vehicle, as per group size
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Best Season: March, April, May, June- September, October, November
Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, Tea house/Lodge & full board camp during expedition
Type of Trip: Private & Fixed Departure
Service available: Standard/Deluxe
Expedition grade: Extreme Challenging
No .of Pax: From 04 to 12 (Maximum)
Meals during trip: Breakfast in Kathmandu & all meals during trekking & expeditions
Walking hours: 5 – 7 hrs a day
Criteria: Basic & Advance mountaineering course or knowledge of Mountain climbing
experience
 Health: Physically fit
 Tips: It’s a traditional in tourism industry
 Maximum elevation: 8848m
Nepal VISA
All visitors except the Indian nationals must hold passport and valid visa. Visa can be obtained at the
Nepalese diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. Visa is also issued at the entry points. It can be
extended at the Department of Immigration, Bhrikutimandap, and Kathmandu. Children under 10 years
need not pay any visa fee. People willing to get entry Visa at the airport or any of the land entry points are
required to fill a visa form with passport photograph
Gratis visa for 30 days available only for tourists of SAARC countries
Multiple entry 15 days - US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days - US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days - US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency
Tourist Visa Extension
* Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US $ 30 or equivalent convertible currency and visa
extension fee for more than 15 days is US$ 2 per day
* Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year
(January - December). Note: Above Visa fee is subject to change without prior notice.
Pre Trip Meeting
On arrival in Kathmandu, our staff will meet you at the airport and transfer you to our pre-booked hotel.
There won’t be any activity on this day. We will host a pre-trip meeting at the hotel lobby on the 2nd day
of your itinerary in the evening. It will be an opportunity for you to meet your climbing guide and
introduce each other. The guide will brief you about the expedition and check your gear to ensure the
smooth running of your expedition trip.
Responsible Travel
The beautiful environment of the Himalaya is an extremely fragile condition. We are extremely conscious
about the environment and aim to minimize the detrimental impact as much as possible. As deforestation
is one of the greatest environmental threats, we do not have campfires while trekking and we use kerosene
or gas as cooking fuel. We also discourage trekkers from using wood-fuelled hot showers in lodges along
the trails. Many lodges, however, now provide solar energy, a far more eco-friendly alternative.
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Garbage disposal is another major problem. Some of the busier trails are at times strewn with litter and
garbage thrown by irresponsible trekking groups. Our staff members are well motivated towards ecofriendly practices. We carry the non-biodegradable garbage, which can be safely and easily burned at the
campsite. Our aim is to help protect and preserve our beautiful environment for future generations and
trekkers as well.
Climate
Seasonal weather patterns can be unpredictable. Up-to-date information on the weather worldwide can be
found by following the BBC or accuweather.com link
Daytime temperatures will vary from about 20°C/80°F to 35°C/95°F at lower elevations to around 10°C
/50°F higher up. During the evening, night and early morning, the temperature will be considerably lower
and may drop as low as freezing and sometimes down to -20°C at Lobuche. Please bear in mind that snow
may be encountered at higher altitudes and weather can change suddenly at any time of year.
Our Sherpa Climbing Team - ratio 1:1
THE SHERPA PEOPLE
The Sherpas, literally "people from the east" is an ancient ethnic group from Tibet, inhabiting the Everest
region of Nepal. They are Buddhists and come from the Khumbu region where they work as trekking or
climbing guides assisting groups or commercial western expeditons during the high season.
Since 1953 and the first ascent of Everest by Edmund Hillary and Tanzing Norgay, Sherpa people started
working on the mountain to develop their valley and their capital city, Namche Bazar at the altitude of
3,440m.
HEAD CLIMBING SHERPA
The sherpa team is lead by our Head Climbing Sherpa under the supervision of the Western Head
Climbing Leader and the governance of the Expedition Organiser. The Head climbing Sherpas oversees
the climbing Sherpa team in charge of the carrying of the group equipment between camps, installing and
supplying higher camps before the ascent, installing the ropes and the ladders through the icefall.
CLIMBING SHERPA
To increase your chance of success and ensure maximum enjoyment to all, each team member will be
climbing with his assigned Sherpa. We believe in a 1:1 ratio to make sure that you are not climbing on
your own in high altitude and also not carrying heavy load that could burn yourself out for summit day.
They are also at your side to monitor your climbing progression, your physical and mental condition
during the climb.
TEAM SPIRIT
We like to operate as a team, climbing members, Sherpas and local staff altogether. A good team spirit is
essential and a respect to all is paramount. It is also important to bear in mind that, whatever decision is
made by the expedition manager, the head leader or your personal Sherpa during the ascent, you are
required to follow their command. Our climbing Sherpa team is well-trained and has worked on many
Everest expeditions and some of them have climbed Everest numerous times.
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EXTRA PERSONAL SHERPA
Climb light!
We offer the support of an extra climbing Sherpa to provide an additional support to help you save your
energy. Your personal Sherpa will carry oxygen cylinders, climbing gear, camera bag or simply assist you
during your climb and help you achieving your goals. An extra Sherpa are also available at the fixed rate
of extra cost. That will include his equipment, oxygen, insurance and wages.
CLIMBER'S EXPERIENCE
You understand that climbing Everest is not a guided expedition and that each team member has to be
self-sufficient, well trained and in good physical and mental condition. The climbing staff along with the
expedition organizer will make sure that each member has suitable knowledge to climb, is self-sufficient
and able to climb towards the upper camps. They also insure that you climb and come back in full safety.
For the well-being of the group and for your safety, the expedition organizer/guide/Sherpa’s decision is
final.
Solo climbers or climbing without the help of supplemental oxygen is Not Allowed.
Supplemental Oxygen system & "Top Out" Mask
WHY USING OXYGEN IN ALTITUDE
Altitude sickness, also known as acute mountain sickness, is caused by low concentration of oxygen
molecules at altitude. Although the percentage of oxygen remains at 21% of air, the low air pressure
above 2,500m decreases the number of oxygen particles inhaled.
The body reacts by a rise of hemoglobin concentrations to bring oxygen to vital organs thanks to the red
blood cells. But ventilation and dehydration generates a fall in the plasma volume caused by the loss of
water molecules through breathing.
The acclimatization process is thus vital to adapt to altitude and reduce the effects of Altitude Sickness on
the body. The use of supplemental oxygen also allows warding off the primary symptoms of AMS.
SUPPLEMENTAL OXYGEN SYSTEM
With the altitude, the oxygen level in the blood decreases. Climbing with supplemental oxygen reduces
the impact of the altitude by lowering artificially the true altitude. It prevents headaches and AMS effects
(nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weakness etc). Supplemental oxygen along with adequate acclimatization
processes help the body to adjust to lower oxygen levels at high altitudes.
"TOP OUT" OXYGEN MASK & OXYGEN CYLINDERS
We use 4L Oxygen cylinders and the "Top Out" oxygen masks manufactured by Ted Atkins, a former
RAF Engineering Officer.
What makes the "Top Out" mask different from the Poisk system? The mask includes a reservoir that
allows a higher level of oxygen to be inhaled when breathing in without the waste of oxygen flow when
breathing out. Thus, you get the right amount of oxygen when climbing. The mask is also far better fitting
than the POISK ones. With two different sizes available, the mask fits your face, enhances climber's
comfort, does not obstruct the climber's vision and avoids any slip on the goggles. Valves are also
removable and the mask is washable with water and soap to keep the device clean and germ free. The
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system has gained in popularity and is now used by most expeditions. On Reach Summit Everest
expeditions, a number of 7 bottles (oxygen cylinders) with masks and regulators are included in the price.
Additional bottles are also stored at Base Camp and will be carried by the climbing Sherpa. When in
Kathmandu, you could test the Top Out system and get more familiar with it.
Trekking & Climbing gear
FOOTWEAR
 Light hiking boots or trekking shoes (with ankle support, Goretex/E-vent lining) for the trek
to Base Camp
 Light hiking sandals with toe-protection for days in town
 flip flops for the showers
 High Altitude Climbing Boots. No plastic boots with overboots (Millet Everest GTX or La
Sportiva Olympus Mons Evo)
 12 points crampons (see below, climbing equipment)
 Trekking Socks (3) Wool (Merino or equivalent) or Synthetic
 Socks (4) Heavyweight wool or synthetic socks to be worn over the liner socks (silk)
 Expedition Personal Gear Liner Socks (4) Smooth thin wool, nylon or Capilene
CLIMBING EQUIPMENT
 Ice Axe (T rated) with leash, lightweight and general mountaineering tool
 Step in crampons with anti-bot/anti-balling plates and heal lever, make sure they fit your high
altitude boots before expedition
 Mountaineering harness (lightweight), make sure it fits over your downsuit
 Regular Carabiner (4)
 Locking Carabiner (2)
 Slings/Prussik cords to attach your Jumar and safety on your harness. Bring 8m of 6mm
prussikcord or ½” webbing.
 Jumar/ascender with good handle, left or right handed
 Figure 8 ONLY, no ATC’s, VC's or Verso/Reverso's device.
 Climbing Helmet
 Trekking poles (1 pair, Komperdell or equivalent)
TECHNICAL CLOTHING
 Lightweight Long Underwear (2) Tops and bottoms synthetic or wool. NO Cotton
 Thick Long Underwear for altitude. Top and bottom.
 Lightweight Synthetic/cotton Pants (1 -2) for trek and base camp wear
 Short Sleeve Synthetic/quickdry T- Shirt (3) for trek and base camp wear
 Fleece /Soft Shell Jacket with full-zip
 Fleece/Soft Shell Pants
 Fleece / Primaloft Jacket lightweight to wear inside Downsuit
 Down jacket to wear in base camp
 Expedition Down Suit (recommended) or Down Jacket and Pants
 Hard Shell Jacket with hood
 Hard Shell Pants
 Down Sleeping
 Water proof jacket and trousers
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Trekking boots
Wind Proof jacket & trousers
HANDWEAR
 Lightweight Synthetic gloves (2) Should fit inside mitts or gloves (powerstretch, wool, no
windblock/stopper)
 Heavyweight fleece/wool or Soft Shell gloves (2), with grip in palm
 Hard Shell Gloves/Mitts
 Expedition down Mitts. Should be big enough so that synthetic gloves fit inside pile liners
HEADWEAR
 Headlamp / Headtorch. Bring spare bulbs & batteries
 Glacier glasses, categorie 4. If you wear glasses we recommend prescription glacier glasses
 Baseball cap or sun hat (2)
 Ski Goggles (2) One pair 100% UV & IR and the other with clear lenses for summit day for start
in the night.
 Balaclava (2) One heavyweight and one lightweight
 Warm synthetic or wool hat (2)
 Bandanas or headscarf (2)
 Neoprene face mask or Balaclava
HYGIENE
 Soap (liquid), Shampoo
 Tooth brush (2), Toothpaste
 Hand sanitizer gel (several small bottles)
 Thick baby wipes
 Foot powder
 Towel (fast drying)
 Mirror
 Shaving foam, Shaving blades
 Sunblock, high SPF (50+)
 Competed plasters
 Nail cutter
 Menstrual cup (safe alternative to tampons and pads for women)
 Personal medicine & medical kit
MEDICAL SUPPLY
 Medical monitoring via Sat Phone at Base camp
 Fully equipped Medical Suitcase with electrocardiogram, Ultrasound & Tough Book Laptop
 Comprehensive Medical Kit
 Tensiometer
 Oxymeter
 Medical oxygen
 Gamow Bag / Hyperbaric chamber
 A comprehensive medical kit.
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We recommend all our expedition team members to bring their personal Medical Kit.
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Imodium
Analgesia
Antibiotics (to cover extensive variety of infections)
Paracetamol / aspirin / Ibuprofen
Gauze dressing / Bandage
Antiseptic (spray or liquid)
Betadine
Simple dressings / steristrips to close wounds
Compeed for blisters
Aqua tablets
Safety Pins
Haemorrhoid cream
Dexamethasone tablets
Diamox (acetazolamide)
Nifedipine (for HAPE)
Eye drops
Nasal Spray
Cough syrup
Throat lozenges
Cream for cold sores
Vaseline/sunburn lotion
Please consult your doctor prior departure for necessary inoculation and certificate.
COMMUNICATION
 ICOM Radio base for base camp
 Walkie Talkie for sherpas in altitude
 THURAYA satellite-based telecommunications (Sat Phone)
 METEOTEST weather forecasts via e-mail
 Communications are chargeable for calls abroad. It is a Pay as You Go option.
EVEREST BASE CAMP
We provide base camp and altitude tents as well as kitchen tent at Base Camp with support of the kitchen
crew and the necessary yaks to carry group gear.
 Electricity generators
 Gas heater for dinner tent
 All Food – 3 meals a day
 All camping equipment
 Team member tents
 Fuel
 Mattresses
 Kitchen tent
 Dining tent
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Toilet tent
Shower tent
Solar panels
Solar charger
Video system
DVD Films
Himalayan herbal tea
You will not carry heavy loads to save your energy.
ALTITUDE CAMPS
 Climbing equipment : Ropes, ice screws, snow bars ...
 Necessary Gas-cylinders in high altitude camps
 Altitude tents
 Dry food
 Fuel
Nutritious Food
We provide balanced meals from our kitchen menu such as fresh fruits, vegetables, food rich in protein
and carbohydrates. The products are carefully selected for their capacity to be easily digested in an
environment low in oxygen. The cook is trained to prepare excellent tasty meals. We provide local as well
as continental meals. Hygiene is particularly respected to avoid any illness related to food in order to
remain in excellent health before the climb.
MEALS AT BASE CAMP
There will be three meals a day at base camp including assorted supplements such as fresh bread, ground
coffee, chocolate bars and breakfast cereals. Base camp cooking and menus will be organized by the base
camp manager, working with the Sherpa cook. We serve high altitude food the tastiest freeze-dried meals
as well. The breakfast varies with, with the choice of cereals, pudding, toast, eggs, and sometimes crepes.
Lunches are composed of a hot meal similar to the dinner menu Dinners include a main dish with pastes
and rice with vegetables, soup and fruits or cakes. Lentils, beans and chicken allow an essential protein
contribution. Coffee, Tea, Hot drinks and snacks are at discretion throughout the day so that our
expedition team members can hydrate suitably and eat regularly.
TASTY FOOD IN ALTITUDE CAMPS
Although appetite is reduced with altitude, we endeavor to offer a large variety of tasty food to all our
expedition team members. As much as possible, we will reduce the number of dried meal but try to
provide meals of pastes and rice précuits to our expedition team members. Depending on climatic
conditions, a tent dedicated to the kitchen is assembled to prepare suitable meals before the next efforts in
altitude. The majority of food will be from Western sources, except for staples such as rice, sugar and
flour which will be bought locally.
Environmental Practice
The base camps and normal routes up the higher mountains, such as Everest, are under considerable
environmental pressure. We will strive to minimize the impact of our expedition by adhering to a
responsible and workable environmental policy, as set out by the UIAA.
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We make every effort to retrieve ropes and other equipment from the mountain. The high altitude Sherpas
will be paid a bonus for each load of equipment or rubbish that they are able to return to ABC for
evacuation from here to base camp by yak.
Hygiene
The importance of personal hygiene on expeditions cannot be overstated. To improve the overall welfare
of team members and to reduce the chances of illness, we take the following measures:
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Hygienic kitchen practice and the sterilisation of plates and utensils before every meal.
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Hot washing water and soap readily available before all meals at base camp and on request during
the day.
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Shower facilities at base camp.
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Centralised toilet facilities at base camp, checked daily to ensure cleanliness.
Medical Cover
The expedition will be equipped with the following:
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A medical kit compiled by the expedition doctor.
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Oxygen equipment reserved for medical use only.
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A portable hyperbaric chamber.
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Emergency communications on the mountain and satellite communications link for evacuation
(see below).
INSURANCE
Before starting mountain expedition trip, we strongly recommend each and every member should bring a
travel insurance which should cover cancellation, medical expenses, helicopter evacuation and emergency
repatriation from respective home countries.
Money Exchange
Currency exchange rates in Nepal often fluctuate. Please log on to the following link for the
update: https://www.trekhimalayan.com/forex.php . When changing money try to get a mix of
denominations (your guide will advise you on this).Keep smaller notes with you when on the
trek or tour as it can be difficult to change larger notes once out of the city.
RESCUE / EVACUATIONS
Though we hope for the best trip, you sometimes might be in need of rescue or evacuation in case of a
serious sickness or a casualty. During such emergency you will be rescued by a helicopter. You are
entirely liable for all the expenses incurred in evacuation services. We request you to make sure when you
purchase insurance from your country that your policy must cover these expenses or you should remain
prepared to pay or sign on Helicopter Evacuation Form before you get on the Helicopter.
Porter Welfare
Many trekking porters come from villages. They live hard and frugal lives and work to carry heavy loads
using the traditional ‘doko’ (the bamboo latis basket supported from the forehead). Heights up to 3,500m
are part of everyday life and they resist wearing what they consider to be unnecessary personal
equipment.
Above that altitude, Trek Himalaya urges them the use of kit suited to the varying levels of more
extreme conditions. It’s an incredible job that they do and we really appreciate their working nature and
try to reward accordingly.
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High Altitude Sickness
Altitude sickness, also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) which can turn if not treated upon
recognizing the symptoms. AMS is the effect of altitude on those who ascend too rapidly to elevations of
3,000m or above. Early mountain sickness results in headache, loss of appetite and sleepiness. One can
encounter such sickness no matter s/he looks physically young, strong and fit. Medicine itself can be on
substitute unless patients suffering from such sickness are immediately rushed downhill. Doctor may
provide temporary care with some medicines and oxygen but the patient must be brought down
immediately in order to escape danger.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have pre-departure meeting?
Yes, at first, Trek Himalayan airport representative will receive you at the airport and transfer to the hotel
.In the hotel lobby our team leader will brief you about the itinerary, climbing gear and introduction of
Climbing Sherpa guide .
What kind of accommodation & communication facilities I can have during the expedition trip?
In Kathmandu we provide 3 star category hotels with breakfast and during the mountain expedition we
provide spacious quality tents for all team members including our crew. In the base camp we provide
dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet facilities and portable shower facilities etc. In Base Camp we make access
to communication facilities such as satellite telephone and internet access, solar panels to charge your
batteries and UHF/VHF hand held radios on the mountain to maintain communications between ABC and
high camps.
What kind of meals I can have during the expedition trip?
In Kathmandu, we do provide you only breakfast in hotel. During the expedition trip we provide
tea/coffee, Drinking chocolate Beans and Sausages, Fruit juice, Oat, Pitta, bread / tortilla wraps with
cheese, chocolate spread or banana in breakfast. Pitta bread /tortilla wraps with cheese or banana or
canned meat ,tuna or peanut butter ,Instant noodles, rice ,vegetables ,lentil soup ,Nuts, raisins, chocolate,
breakfast bars etc. in lunch. Dried pasta meals, rice, Noodles, frankfurters or sliced pepperoni, sausage,
fresh or dried vegetables, etc in dinner. Chocolate Pudding or Treacle Pudding etc in desserts
Can I extend my holiday?
There are many options and choices to extend your holiday before or after your main trip. Following trips
are suggested for your holiday extensions.
• 2 nights / 3 days Chitwan Jungle Safari
• 2 full day sightseeing tour in Bhaktapur, Patan Durbar Square and Kathmandu valley
• 1night/2 days Trisuli or Bhote Kosi river rafting
• Short excursion to Nagarkot / Dhulikhel two nights
• Meditation & Spa/Yoga
Tipping (Local leader, guide and Staff)
Tipping is a tradition in tourism in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India. We highly suggest you to allow
approximately $120 for the whole trip especially for the Nepalese staff. But, tipping is not mandatory for
the western tour leader.
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