Mt. Cho Oyu 8201m. Expedition

Spring/Autumn
International Cho Oyu Expedition Fixed Departure
April 07, 2012/Oct. 02, 2012

Height: Cho Oyu 8201m.
Latitude: 28º 05’ 37”.
Longitude: 86º 39’ 43”
Trip Duration: 44 Days
Normal Ascent Route: South East Ridge
Grade: Mountaineering
Caravan Route: Kathmandu - Lukla - Namche - Gokyo - Cho Oyu BC

Mt. Cho Oyu expedition from Nepal side is regarded as a technically straight forward 8,000 meters peak and its altitude is a serious undertaking and requires careful preparation and a high level of fitness. The expedition conduct from both side Nepal and Tibet. In certain, the ascent through Tibet is not particularly difficult but through the Nepal side is quite challenging. To approch in Cho oyu base camp, the trail passes through Sherpa villages, alpine forest and Ngozumba glacier, which is also the one of the best trekking route in Everest region. Mount Cho oyu is 6^th highest peak of the world and its base camp situded at elevetion of 5,419m. The expedition begins using a flihght from Kathmandu to Lukla, meet our rest of support crews and start trek to Phakding to the Cho Oyu Base Camp and end of expedition trip at Lukla then fly out by plane to Kathmandu.

Himalayan Yetiland Treks 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 as per needed.

Cho Oyu Expedition Itinerary

Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
38 Days Trek/Climbing
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 6 Nights Kathmandu and 37 Nights Tea-house Lodges/Camping
Season: Spring and Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Official works for expedition and briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Lukla 2860m. by flight and trek to Phakding 2622m.
Day 05: Phakding - Namche Bazaar 3440m.
Day 06: Namche rest for acclimatization.
Day 07: Namche – Dole (4,200m).
Day 08: Dole – Machharmo (4,410m).
Day 09: Machharmo – Gokyo Lake. (4,750m.).
Day 10: Gokyo rest day for acclimatization.
Day 11: Gokyo – Ngozumba Tso.
Day 12: Bgozumba Tso – Cho Oyu Base Camp 5400m.
Day 13 – 35: Climbing period for Cho Oyu Summit
Day 36: Cho Oyu Base Camp – Gokyo Lake.
Day 37: Gokyo Lake – Dole.
Day 38: Dole – Namche Bazaar.
Day 39: Namche Bazaar – Phakding.
Day 40: Phakding – Lukla then transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
Day 41: Lukla – Kathmandu by flight and transfer to Hotel.
Day 42: Kathmandu free.
Day 43: Kathmandu free.
Day 44: Last Minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey.

Cho Oyu Expedition Cost in group joining basis or Private team
US $ / Euro Per Person
Climbing Sherpa: Per Sherpa US $ 2500 (if required by climber)

Expenses For Climb To Cho Oyu: The cost for Cho Oyu 8201m. Expedition will depend on several different factors. The types of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and during the trek to base camp will make a difference to the overall cost (Budget to 5 star accommodations). The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package trip, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van. The size of climbing team as well number of Climbing guide and porters required will also affect the total cost of the expedition. For these reasons on the same Mt. Cho Oyu climbing trip can vary in price quite substantially.

Service includes:

All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport, trekking, expedition pick up & drop.
6 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per given itinerary.
Transport as per itinerary for members, staff and Liaison Officer.
Transportation of all food and climbing equipments to base camp and back.
Peak permit fee.
Full board basis during the trekking.
All kitchen equipments; kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, shower tent, chairs and tables at the base camp.
Cook and Kitchen boys at the base camp.
Base camp tents for members and staff.
Per Person 50 KG. Equipment’s luggage / barrels allowed till to Base Camp.
Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
National Park Conservation Fee.
Visa extension.
Air fare: KTM/Lukla/ KTM & domestic airport tax with Cargo fees.
Satellite phone (Pay calls).
Emergency Oxygen -Mask and regulator.
Helicopter rescue insurance for Nepalese staff.
Agency service charges.

Service does not includes:

Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Airfare from / to your country.
Nepal entry visa fee. (Can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Service above Base Camp.
Drinks except tea and coffee.
Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
Walki -Takie permit & Satellite phone permit.
Oxygen & Mask -regulator for climbing.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical and emergency evacuation.
Climbing Guide (Sherpa).
Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods arriving to Nepal by air or road.
Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, etc.
International airport departure tax & tourist tax.
Tips and climbing bonus.
Garbage deposit US $ 3000.00 for a team. After expedition deposit will be refundable.

Spring/Autumn
Everest Expedition Fixed Departure
April 06, 2012/Oct. 10, 2012

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