CHO OYU EXPEDITION
CHO OYU EXPEDITION
Not exactly a walk in the park, but Cho Oyu (8188m/18,753ft), the 6th highest mountain in the world is claimed to be the easiest of the 8000m peaks to climb. Cho Oyu means "Turquoise Goddess" in Tibetan and is located in the Khumbu Himal, a subsection of the greater Mahalangur Himalayas, and Cho Oyu is just 20 km to the west of Mount Everest. Mahalangur also includes three of the world’s highest peaks: Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. Cho Oyo sits right on the Chinese and Nepali border in the northeast of Nepal. Despite Cho Oyo being the easiest of the 8000m plus peaks to climb, it does however still require a high level of high altitude climbing expertise and toughness that comes from previous climbing experience. Like all mountains, it exists to be climbed and enjoyed by adventure seekers.
Only a few kilometers to the west of Cho Oyu lies the Nangpa La Pass (5,716m/18,753 ft) glacier which is the main trading route connecting Tibet and the Khumbu Sherpas of Nepal. This pass lies between the Khumbu and Rolwaling Himalayas. The main reason Cho Oyu is considered easier than other 8000m peaks is due to its more moderate faces as you climb the usual northwest route to the summit. Nevertheless, it still requires planning and logistical support in order to safely reach the summit and alleviate altitude sickness. Preparation is everything, and Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will leave nothing to chance. They are experts in this field.
A number of base camps will be established at varying altitudes which we will climb up and back in order to better acclimatize. Altitude sickness is probably the main reason many climbers fail to reach the summit. To better acclimatize we have allowed enough time to be better prepared for the higher altitudes.
Sherpa Expedition and Trekking’s Sherpa guides (well known for their climbing skills) will do everything within their power to lead you safely to the summit. Our guides are government certified and experienced climbers. We take no chances with your well-being and hence have allowed several days to make up for unforeseen circumstances, such as adjusting to higher altitudes and the possibility of altitude sickness.
ITINERARY
Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer to the Hotel (1,350m)
Day 2 : Rest day in Kathmandu: Tibet Visa Preparation
Day 3 : Tibet Visa Issue and Expedition briefing
Day 4 : Rest In Kathmandu
Day 5 : Drive from Kathmandu to Timure
Day 6 : Cross the border of Nepal and Drive to Kerung (1962m)
Day 7 : Drive from Kerung in Old Thingri (4,300m)
Day 8 : 8Acclimatization and Preparation day in Old Thingri
Day 9 : Drive from Old Thingri to Cho Oyu Chinese Basecamp (5,100m), Via Rombuk Monastery
Day 10 : Day 10 – Day 12 : 3 more Nights Stay in Cho Oyu Chinese Basecamp (5,100m
Day 13 : Trek from Cho Oyu Basecamp to Intermediate Camp (5,400m)
Day 14 : Ascent from Intermediate basecamp to Advance Basecamp (5,700m)
Day 15 : Day 15 - Day 39: Climbing Period [Adv. Basecamp - Summit (8,201m) - Adv.Basecamp]
Day 40 : Descend from Adv. Basecamp to Cho Oyu Basecamp
Day 41 : Drive back from Cho Oyu Basecamp to Thingri
Day 42 : Drive from Thingri to Kerung
Day 43 : Cross the border and drive to Kathmandu (Overnight stay at Hotel)
Day 44 : Leisure day in Kathmandu City
Day 45 : Transfer to the International Airport for final departure.
SERVICES
Full Board Service Includes
- All arrival and departure transfer services to and from the international airport with other necessary surface transportation as per itinerary.
- Assistance at the international airport by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative on arrival and departure.
- 5-night request star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per itinerary.
- Truck for expedition equipment from Kathmandu-Kerung-Kathmandu.
- Land Transportation from KTM-KERUNG-KTM for Climbing members and Staff.
- Chinese custom clearances at the border
- Chinese Government Royalty for Cho-Oyu Expedition for a group and climbing Sherpa guide.
- Chinese visa for a climbing period, both Base Camp staff, Sherpa and group;
- 1:1 Climbing Sherpa guide each member and leaders will be included.
- TMA or CTMA selected English speaking Chinese liaison officer and interpreter
- All camping equipment in Base camp and Advance Base Camp;
- Full Board hotel in route in Tibet: Lhasa, Tingri (B/L/D) (provided by CTMA);
- Food during expedition period for expedition members and staff;
- Tibet Visa and Travel Permit for expedition crew;
- Expedition Permit to climbing Cho Oyu along northwest ridge route;
- Permanent kitchen facilities at advance base camp.
- All staff during Expedition period with an experienced guide (Base Camp Manager) as per group size.
- Surface transportation will be available as per itinerary;
- Cargo clearance & duties assistance service free;
- Daily wages, equipment allowance & insurance for expedition staff;
- Gamow Bag will be available for expedition group;
- Solar panel for light and batteries charger will be available for expedition members;
- Quality personal tent at base camp and advance base camp
- Permanent kitchen and dining facilities at advance base camp
- Shower facility at base camp and advance base camp
- All necessary climbing hardware and ropes.
- Preferable meals at BC, ABC, higher camps, Hot drinks, and beverages, freeze-dried food during an expedition
- 24 hours hot drinks and beverage during expedition
- Quality high altitude freeze-dried food for Sherpa and staff;
- 2 Oxygen Bottles with mask and regulators (if requested by client)
- We provide Sherpa's tents, food for climbing, and insurance.
- Icefalls charges, all high-quality tent for higher camps 1, 2, 3 ·
- EPI gas and burners for cooking food above base camp;
- All wages, equipment, medical and accidental Insurances for the cook, climbing Sherpa guide and base camp staff.
- All necessary camping equipment's like camp furniture, kitchenware, dining tents, guest tents, kitchen tent, shower, toilet tents, etc.
- Per person 50kg baggage allowance during trekking-up and down carrying by Yak;
- The truck will be provided at Kerung border -Chinese base camp and return Kerung for loads;
- Yaks carry the loads from Chinese base camp to middle camp to advance base camp and return;
- Required experienced, trained and Government Licensed climbing guide(s) during climbing period per person as per requirements.
- First Aid medical kits for the group and the staff.
- Satellite phone carrying by guide for communication and available for members with the cost of US$ 3 per minute call.
- Appropriate food for high altitude and all climbing crew at base camp and above as required.
- Emergency oxygen and mask regulator.
- All necessary paper works, office Service charge, and Government Taxes levied in Nepal
- Complete pre-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation, and visa extension procedure services (if necessary)
- Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with domestic culture show in Kathmandu before departure.
- Sherpa Expedition and Trekking special gift
Full Board Service Excludes
- Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except for the farewell dinner).
- Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars during the trekking.
- Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips.
- Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in government regulations, etc.
- Extra transportation then displayed in the itinerary program.
- Any additional staff other than specified.
- Rescue, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalization expenses.
- Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
- Travel insurance and helicopter rescue.
- Walkie-talkies
- Filming permit.
- Personal climbing gears.
- Expenses incurred towards usage of landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies, satellite phone, and internet expenses
- Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, camera/video fees or trekking gear.
- Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods.
- Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa Guides as per Mountaineering Association rules. Minimum $1000.00USD per climbing Sherpa guide.
- Tips and gifts for base camp and high altitude trekking and climbing staff.
- Airfare of international flights.
- Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance on arrival in Kathmandu)
- Any extra services or products or offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any other item not included in the Cost Includes section.
EQUIPMENTS
Travel Documents
- Valid Passport
- Credit Cards
- Pp Size Photo (4 Pieces)
- Insurance Paper And Contact Address.
- Family Members / Company’s Contact Address
Foot Wear
- Kailas / Lasportiva / Millet (Summit Shoe)
- Normal Socks (5-6 Pairs)
- Summit Socks (2 Pairs)
- Trekking Shoes (1 Pair)
- Camp Booties (1 Pair)
- Basecamp Slipper (1 Pair)
Upper Body
- Light Weight Top / Thermo Coat (2-3 Layers)
- Mid Weight Top (2-3 Layers)
- Heavy Weight Top (2 Layers)
- Fleece Jacket (1)
- Gore Text Jacket (1)
- Down Jacket (1)
- Wind Proof Jacket
- Cotton T-Shirt For Base Camp. (2-3)
Lower Body
- Light Weight Long Under Pants (2-3 Pairs)
- Under Wear (5-7 Pairs)
- Mid Weight Long Under Pants (2-3 Pairs)
- Heavy Weight Long Under Wear
- Gore Text Pant. (1)
- Down Pants. (1)
- Water Proof Pant. (1)
Head
- Sun Cap
- Desert Cap
- Balaclava
- Fleece Hat
- Neck Gaiter (2-3)
Hands
- Thin Fleece Gloves (2 Pairs)
- Wind Stopper Fleece Gloves
- Heavy Gloves (Mitten)
- Summit Gloves
Sleeping Bags
- Sleeping Bag - 20 Degree Celsius (For Base Camp)
- Down Sleeping Bag - 20 To -40 Degree Celsius (Extreme Comfort)
- Thermarest Mattress (Cell Foam)
- Thermarest Mattress (Inflatable)
Climbing Equipment
- Climbing Helmet
- Down Suit (Kailas / Marmot / Mountain
- Hardware / North Face / Millet )
- Crampons (Fit with Boot)
- Ice Axe
- Harness
- Atc Guide
- Jummer / Ascender
- Lock Carabiner (3)
- Unlock Carabiner (3)
- Tape Slings (2)
- Prusik Loops (1)
- Snow Goggle
- Head Light (4 Pairs Rechargeable Batteries Recommended)
- Satellite Phone
- Hand Warmer (If Possible)
Bag Packs
- Rucksacks 45L - 55L
- Duffle Bag 90 L -120 L (2 Pieces)
- Water Proof Stuff Sacks Large (2 Pieces)
- Water Proof Stuff Sacks Small (2 Pieces)
Sun Stuffs
- Banana Boat/ Nivea Sun Cream -50 (Spf)
- Lip Guard -20 / -50 (Spf)
- Sun Glasses (UV Protection)
- Glaciers Glasses (UV Protection)
Toiletries
- Hand Disinfectant
- Wet Tissue
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Garbage Bag
Eating & Drinking
- Water Bottle (2)
- Thermos
- Mug
- Spoon/ Fork
- Bowl
Medical
- Brufen / Ibuprofens
- Antibiotic
- Diamox
- Paracetamol
- Handy Plaster
- Crack Bandage
- Tincture Iodine
Miscellaneous
- Walking Stick
- Pocket Knife (Swiss)
- Umbrella / Rain Coat
GOOD TO KNOW
What level of experience is required?
To join the Peak climb you should have a broad mountaineering background.
All Sherpa Expedition & Trekking staff is qualified, licensed and experienced climbers.
What are the climate and best times for climbing in Nepal?
Nepal has four seasons, for example, autumn (Sept. Oct. Nov.), winter (Dec. Jan. Feb.) spring (March, April, and May) and storm (June, July, and Aug.). During the fall season, the evenings are cold in the mountains however the splendid sun makes for lovely daytime temperatures. At higher elevations temperature extend from about 20°C down to maybe - 10°C around evening time. Morning is typically clear, and after that mists develop during the evening, vanishing during the evening to uncover staggering starry skies.
Throughout the winter season, high passes, particularly the Thorong-La pass, Dhaulagiri circuit, Tilicho (Musukanta Pass) in Annapurna trekking, Chola Pass, Renjo La Pass, Khongma La Pass, Amalaptse Pass, Rolwaling Pass, Serpent col in Everest region, Lauribina Pass, Ganja Pass, Gosainkunda in Langtang, Larky Pass in Manaslu, are generally shut. Short and simple trek in center slopes is the best on this time. Heavy snow during January, February, and March makes the trails unsafe.
The best time for trekking and climbing in Nepal is spring (March, April, and May) and in September, October and November.. You should be prepared for sudden changes in the weather, hence the need to be prepared.
Climbing Grades:
Evaluation A – "Moderate"
Evaluation B - "Specialized"
Evaluation C – "Specialized Plus"
Evaluation D – "Extreme climbing"
What sort of accommodation during the trek and climb?
Accommodation at lower altitudes is in a guest house, tea house or hotel. At higher altitudes tents are provided.
Meals during the trek & climb.
In Kathmandu your hotel includes breakfast, whereas all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be provided during the trek. Staple foods of mountain regions are potatoes, oats, buckwheat, Sherpa stew and Tibetan bread. Sherpas’ started farming potatoes when the first seeds were introduced to the region in the early 90s. There is a limited choice of food at higher elevations and except many potato dishes. Potatoes are high in carbohydrates – an excellent source of energy needed at high altitudes..
Accidents and rescue incidents.
Sherpa Expedition and Trekking is set up for any crisis and your guides are experienced in first aid. In extreme emergencies a helicopter rescue is available
Personal insurance is necessary before heading on this expedition.
Emergency telephone numbers in Nepal.
For calling from outside Nepal you need to dial international 00+ and country code 977 and then the area code e.g. for Kathmandu it is 1. To call Sherpa Xpedition & Trekking dial 00+ 977 986 600 7038
The cost of the NMA Peak Climbing Royalty.
The climbing expenses structure of NMA:
"A" Peaks
For up to seven individuals USD 500
For each extra person up to 12 USD 100 per person
Group "B" Peaks
1-4 Persons USD 350
5-8 Persons USD 350 plus an extra USD 40 per person.
9-12 Persons 510.00 in addition to 25.00 (Per individual)
Note: The maximum number of individuals in the group is 12.
Trash store for every one of the 33 NMA designated peaks.
USD 250 to NMA
Mountaineering Fees
Per person in US Dollar
Everest Normal Route Spring Season 11000, Autumn Season 5500, Winter/Summer 2750
Everest Other Route Spring Season 11000, Autumn Season 5000, Winter/Summer 2500
Others Mountain in excess of 8000 m. Spring Season 1800, Autumn Season 900, Winter/Summer 450
7501m. - 7999 m. Spring Season 600, Autumn Season 300, Winter/Summer 150
7000 m. - 7500 m. Spring Season 500, Autumn Season 250, Winter/Summer 125
6501 m. - 6999 m. Spring Season 400, Autumn Season 200, Winter/Summer 100
Mt. Amadablam (6812m.) Spring Season 400, Autumn Season 400, Winter/Summer 200
Under 6500 m. Spring Season 250, Autumn Season 125, Winter/Summer 70
The arrangement of royalty for outside climbers will become effective from 1 January 2015 (B.S. 20171/09/17)
Royalty for Nepalese climber per person in Nepalese rupees.
Everest Normal Route Spring Season 75000, Autumn Season 37500, Winter/Summer 18250
Everest Other Route Spring Season 60000, Autumn Season 30000, Winter/Summer 15000
Others Mountain in excess of 8000 m. Spring Season 10000, Autumn Season 5000, Winter/Summer 2500
7501m. - 7999 m. Spring Season 8000, Autumn Season 4000, Winter/Summer 2000
7000 m. - 7500 m. Spring Season 6000, Autumn Season 3000, Winter/Summer 1500
6501 m. - 6999 m. Spring Season 5000, Autumn Season 2500, Winter/Summer 1250
Mt. Amadablam (6812m.) Spring Season 8000, Autumn Season 8000, Winter/Summer 4000
Under 6500 m. Spring Season 4000, Autumn Season 2000, Winter/Summer 1000
Royalty for Nepalese climbers will happen from 13 February 2014 (B.S. 20170/11/01).
The Mountaineering Royalty has been completely postponed to the mountains arranged in the Mid Western and Far Western Development Region of Nepal for a long time affecting from 2070/04/01-2075/03/32 (16 July 2013 to 15 July 2018).
Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation of Nepal has expected that the opportune change in Royalty for mountaineering in Nepal will be the achievement for the advancement of the Nepalese Mountaineering Sector around the globe.
As per the choice of secretary level dated 2071/1/16, the protection sum for Sardar, mountain guide and high height walker is fixed as Rs 15 lakhs. Also, therapeutic protection is fixed as Rs 4 lakhs.
The maximum no. of individuals in a group is 15.
What documents do we require for Permit?
International ID
Two photographs – passport-style less than six months old.
Occupation.
Home address.
Insurance policy copy
Mountaineering experience.
Remember – The better prepared – the more enjoyable your Expedition!
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