Expedition in Nepal >> Mt. Gyachung Kang Expedition (7952m)

Expedition in Nepal is one of the challenging adventures in Nepal Himalayas. The large number of Himalayan Peaks on the surrounding of highest mountain of the world (Mount Everest 8848m)has always been a great attraction to the mountain climbers. After successfully climb the Mt. Everest expedition on 29th May 1953 by sir Edmond Hilary and Tenzing Norgey Sherpa, Nepal become popular mountaineering destination in the world.Gyachung Kang is a high mountain of the Khumbu region. It is the highest peak between Mount Everest and Cho Oyu. Its twin snow and rock peaks tower above the immediate surroundings, separated by a narrow saddle. The approach is easy by Gokyo Lake, then by crossing from the Ngozumpa glacier.

We provide for expedition with all necessary infrastructures to assist you in your summit attempt. We will do the necessary paperwork for expedition permit organize all accommodation before and after expedition. We organize camp facilities, transport loads, stock and set up high camps, fix ropes, provide food, high altitude food, high quality tents, porters, professional Climbing Sherpas, oxygen, satellite telephone, Wake Talkie set, advice and assistance.

 

Trip Facts

Destination: Nepal-Khumbu himalayan region
Starting point: Lukla
Ending point: Lukla
Duration:51 days
High altitude:7952 meters
Type:Camping
Accomodation:Hotel/Resort/Teahouse/Camp etc.
Culture:Mixed
Group size:Max.20 & Min.2
Grade:Difficult
Season:Oct-Dec,Jan-March

 

Trip Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel/welcome dinner
Day 02: Kathmandu. Briefing and shopping. (B)
Day 03: Kathmandu (B)
Day 04: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla, (2800m) and trek to Phakding, (2640m) Overnight in lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 05: Trek to Namche Bazaar, (3446m) Overnight in lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 06: Trek to Khumjung, (3790m) Overnight. (B.L.D)
Day 07: Khumjung. Acclimatization day and changing of porters and yaks. (B.L.D)
Day 08: Trek to Dole, 4200m. Overnight in lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 09: Trek to Macchermo, 4410m. Overnight in lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 10: Trek to Gokyo Lake, 4750m. Overnight in lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 11: Gokyo. Acclimatization day. (B.L.D)
Day 12: Trek to Ngozumba Tso, (4998m) (B.L.D)
Day 13: Trek to Gyachung Kang Base Camp, (5350m) (B.L.D)
Day 14-43: Climbing Period. (B.L.D)
Day 44: Base Camp cleaning. (B.L.D)
Day 45: Trek to Gokyo Lake. Overnight in lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 46: Trek to Khumjung. Overnight at lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 47: Trek to Phakding. Overnight at lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 48: Trek to Lukla. Overnight at lodge. (B.L.D)
Day 49: Fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel. (B)
Day 50: Free day in Kathmandu for relax and shopping (B)
Day 51: Return in your Hometown (B)

 

Full Service Cost Includes:

  • Airport pick up and drop off by our private vehicle
  • Accommodation at hotel in Kathmandu on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Permit fee and Icefall route fee.
  • Flight Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu as per the itinerary for members, staff & liaison officer.
  • Transportation of food supply to Lukla.
  • Necessity porters load to BC.
  • Lodging and fooding en-route to BC and return.
  • Food and fuel at BC during the expedition period.
  • All camping equipments for members and Nepalese staff.
  • Kitchen and dining equipment, toilet and shower tents with shower equipment, chairs and tables at BC.
  • 2-6 members 1 cook and 1 kitchen boy.
  • 7-11 members 1 cook: 2 kitchen boys.
  • 12 and above 2 cooks 2 kitchen boys.
  • Equipment allowance, day allowance, insurance for BC staff and liaison officer.
  • Local transport in Kathmandu (Airport/hotel/airport).
  • Helicopter rescue insurance operation only for Nepalese staff.
  • Agency service charge.
  • Equipment Allowance: Daily Wages: Transportation: Insurance;
  • Food: Fuel above BC: 2 Oxygen cylinders:

 

Full Service Cost excludes:

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • High altitude food and fuel above BC and personal climbing gears.
  • Accident insurance and emergency evacuation.
  • Related charges for communication equipment, satellite phone, and walkie-talkie and filming. Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods arriving into Nepal by air cargo.
  • Garbage deposit of US$ 4,000 (refundable after the expedition).
  • High altitude Sherpa, oxygen and mask and a regulator.
  • Personal travel, medical and rescue insurance
  • Related charges for communication equipment (satellite phone, walkie-talkie).
  • Climbing Sherpa fee – USD 2000 per Sherpa.

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