Mt Lhotse Expedition

Global Exposure That Shapes Future Leaders

Difficult

Mt Lhotse Expedition

BRS 10

Max Altitude

Nepal

50 Days

50 Km

Max 15

Brief Description

Grade:
Difficult

Location:
Nepal

Altitude:
8516 m

Duration:
50 Days

Lhotse which translates to South Peak in the local dialect is, at 8,516M, the fourth highest mountain. Conjoined with Everest, the route for Lhotse is same as that for the highest mountain in the world up till the Yellow Band which is a little further ahead of Camp III. First climbed by a Swiss team in 1956, three years after the successful climb of Everest, Lhotse sees relatively fewer number of climbers than its conjoined twin, Mount Everest.

Climbing an 8000M peak is the ultimate challenge any mountaineer aspires and hopes for. Standing amongst giants, Lhotse is a great peak to hit the 8000M mark. Since they follow the same route, a climb up Lhotse also acquaints you to 80% of the route of Everest, giving you a next worthy target to focus on.

The mountain is accessible during the Spring and Autumn climbing seasons. Stay on this page for more information on the Lhotse expedition.

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Brief Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival In Kathmandu (1,400M) And Transfer to the Hotel

Day 02 : Final shopping & official formalities in Kathmandu (1,400M)

Day 03 : Kathmandu (1,400M) to Lukla (2,860M) to Phakding (2,610M)

Day 04 : Phakding (2,652M) to Namche Bazaar (3,440M)

Day 5 : Rest and Acclimatisation in Namche Bazaar (3,440M)

Day 06 : Namche Bazaar (3,440M) to Tengboche (3,860M)

Day 07 : Tengboche (3,860M) to Dingboche (4,410M)

Day 8 : Rest and Acclimatization at Dingboche (4,410M)

Day 09 : Dingboche (4,410M) to Lobuche (4,910M)

Day 10 : Lobuche (4,910M) to Everest Base Camp (5,364M)

Day 11 – Day 17 : Training & Preparation at Base Camp (5,364M)

Day 18 : Climb To Camp I (6,065M)

Day 18 : Camp I (6,065M) to Camp II (6,400M) & Return to Camp I (6,065M)

Day 19 – Day 22 : Descend to Base Camp (5,364M) and Rest

Day 23 – Day 25 : Climb to Camp II (6,400M) & Rest

Day 26 : Touch Camp III (7,300M) & Return to Camp II (6,400M)

Day 27 : Descend to Base Camp (5,364M)

Day 28 – Day 34 : Descend to Namche Bazaar (3,440M) Or Tengboche (3,860M) For Rest

Day 35 – Day 38 : Back to Base Camp (5,364M) And Final Preparation For The Summit Push

Day 39 and Day 40 : Climb to Camp II and Rest Overnight

Day 41 : Climb To Camp III (7,300M)

Day 42 : Climb To Camp IV (7,900M)

Day 43 – Day 46 : Summit Mt. Lhotse (8,516M) And Descend Back Base Camp (5,364M)

Day 47 : Fly Back to Kathmandu (1,400M)

Day 48 : Final Departure

Day 49 – Day 50 : Reserve Days

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

Arrival In Kathmandu (1,400M) And Transfer to the Hotel

The thrill of the climb begins at touchdown in Kathmandu. The energy of this bustling capital city screams of the determination required for big climbs. Its colourful, crowded streets are packed with shops stacking trekking and climbing gear, here is where you will brush shoulders with all those known in the mountaineering circles.

Other than settling into the hotel, exploring the city and getting a taste of Nepal, we use Day 1 to settle into the new altitude in case you are coming from sea level. It is also a good time to meet your fellow climbers and the entire team that backs this climb. We discuss some dos and don’ts, the route we will take and what to expect on the trail of this splendid trek known as the best long-distance trek in all of Himalayas!

Overnight in a 4-star category hotel.

Day 02

Final shopping & official formalities in Kathmandu (1,400M)

Going through your gear list multiple times, making last runs to the shops to buy any missing equipment and getting through the essential paperwork is an important first step to climbing these high mountains. Today, we get everything in order and prepare ourselves for the big start tomorrow.

Overnight in hotel.

Day 03

Kathmandu (1,400M) to Lukla (2,860M) to Phakding (2,610M)

Duration: 35 min (flight to Lukla) + 3 hour (trek to Phakding)

Distance: 7 km trek

Today is the first day of the trek but not before we take a short flight up to the trail head. After breakfast we proceed to take a four-hour drive to Ramechap by jeep to catch our flight out to Lukla. The flight over mountains in the Khumbu Region is all of 35 minutes but presents you with some of the most exquisite views of Nepal and can easily be one of the highlights of this trek. If you get a seat on the left side of these tiny planes, the view out the window is one you’ll never forget.

Lukla is a small village with no road, only reachable by flight or foot. We walk straight out of the airport, across the cobbled stone footpath of the village and off into the forest trail, officially starting our first day of trekking. Just before exiting the village, we are required to present the first of our two permits at the check post – so remember to keep these handy.

Today is easy – it is a simple trek for 3 hours which starts with descending 300M and then slowly climbs up 100M to meet the rest point for the night – Phakding.

Overnight in a lodge.

Day 04

Phakding (2,652M) to Namche Bazaar (3,440M)

Duration: 6-7 hours

Distance: 11 km

Its serious business from today onwards – today marking day 1 of our brush with difficult terrain on this trek. We start by walking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing it twice on the high suspension bridges Nepal treks are famous for.

Overnight in a lodge.

Day 5

Rest and Acclimatisation in Namche Bazaar (3,440M)

Today we rest at Namche Bazaar. There is a lot of see and do here in this small village. Remember, being out and about helps the body acclimatise to the new environment faster.

Overnight in a lodge.

Day 06

Namche Bazaar (3,440M) to Tengboche (3,860M)

Duration: 6-7 hours

Distance: 10-11 km

Tengboche is a small valley at an altitude of 3,860M. This beautiful route between the two villages starts with us passing through Namche on a stone-paved path by the stream.

Overnight in lodge.

Day 07

Tengboche (3,860M) to Dingboche (4,410M)

Distance: 9 Kms

Duration: 5-6 hours

Today we start our trek early and head out of Tengboche over to the other side of the ridge and straight into a birch and rhododendron forest.

Overnight in lodge.

Day 8

Rest and Acclimatization at Dingboche (4,410M)

We have climbed over 2000M in the last few days. This marks for a good milestone to take a day off so as to rest the body and give it time to acclimatize to this newly gained elevation.

Overnight in lodge.

Day 09

Dingboche (4,410M) to Lobuche (4,910M)

Distance: 9 kms

Duration: 6 hours

Today seems easier after resting it out at Dingboche yesterday.

Overnight in lodge.

Day 10

Lobuche (4,910M) to Everest Base Camp (5,364M)

Today we get to our base camp which will be home for the next couple of days.

From today onwards, we will be staying in tents.

Day 11 – Day 17

Training & Preparation at Base Camp (5,364M)

We spend about a week at Base Camp – this will help with acclimatization at higher camps too.

Each day is used productively towards the goal of climbing Mount Everest.

Day 18

Climb To Camp I (6,065M)

After days of training, practicing and rotation, we finally shift base to Camp I.

Overnight in tents.

Day 18

Camp I (6,065M) to Camp II (6,400M) & Return to Camp I (6,065M)

We go up to Camp II at 6,400M through the Western Cwm.

Overnight in tents.

Day 19 – Day 22

Descend to Base Camp (5,364M) and Rest

After climbing up to Camp 2 experiencing the technicalities of the expedition, we return to the base camp and rest.

Day 23 – Day 25

Climb to Camp II (6,400M) & Rest

After getting our energies up from the rest at Base Camp, we skim Camp I and go straight to Camp II.

Day 26

Touch Camp III (7,300M) & Return to Camp II (6,400M)

This step-by-step progression helps with acclimatization as well as getting yourself familiarised with the route and the terrain.

Day 27

Descend to Base Camp (5,364M)

Climbers at Camp I descend down further to Base Camp for some rest.

Day 28 – Day 34

Descend to Namche Bazaar (3,440M) Or Tengboche (3,860M) For Rest

We allocate a few days of complete rest before actually heading to the summit.

Day 35 – Day 38

Back to Base Camp (5,364M) And Final Preparation For The Summit Push

Now with an optimally acclimatised body, enough training and appropriate rest, we are ready for the final push.

Day 39 and Day 40

Climb to Camp II and Rest Overnight

Getting to Camp II this time is easier since we are better acclimatised.

Day 41

Climb To Camp III (7,300M)

We will use Oxygen Cylinders from here on.

Day 42

Climb To Camp IV (7,900M)

After Camp III, we ascend to Camp IV at 7900m.

Day 43 – Day 46

Summit Mt. Lhotse (8,516M) And Descend Back Base Camp (5,364M)

Depending on the weather window, we make our final summit push and then descend back to Base Camp.

Day 47

Fly Back to Kathmandu (1,400M)

We directly take a Heli Flight back to Kathmandu.

Day 48

Final Departure

With gratitude and best wishes, we bid you farewell for your flight back home.

Day 49 – Day 50

Reserve Days

We have 2 reserve days that can be used any time during the expedition in case of bad weather or unforeseen circumstances.

What’s Included

Arrival & departure: Airport to hotel and hotel to airport (Drop and pick Up)
Hotel during stay in Kathmandu 4 nights
Kathmandu to lukla to Kathmandu flights
Permits: Lhotse Peak (8,516m) Climbing Permits
Khumbu Ice Fall & Rope Fixing Charge: Khumbu Ice fall fee
Liaison Officer: The charges for government Liaison Office with his/her fee, accommodation,
Garbage Management: Stool Shipment transfer and garbage deposit fees.
Insurance: Medical & evacuation insurance for Climbing Sherpa & all involved Nepalese staff during the expedition period.
Member and guide Transportation: By Flight as per the itinerary
Expedition Stuff & member expedition luggage transportation: All the expedition equipment and member expedition luggage ( 60 Kilograms) cargo from Kathmandu to Lukla by plane and Lukla to Base Camp by porters/ Yaks.
After Expedition equipment by Yaks to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu by plane.
Trekking: As per the itinerary along with 30 kilograms luggage each person.
Food & Accommodation: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on menu choice during the trek and whole period of the expedition for the members and for all the staff.
Base Camp Staff: All required base camp staff along with professional expedition cook
Staff Salary & Allowance: All involved staff salary and allowance.
Base Camp Tents: Single Box tent at base camp along with dinning tent, toilet tent, shower tents and communication tent on sharing basis.
Base Camp equipment: All the required base camp equipment along with Kitchen equipment, mattress and pillow, chairs, dining tables and other required equipment.
Heater, generator, Solar and light at base camp.
Internet: Internet Service can be available at base camp (chargeable by internet company )
Welcome and farewell dinner with the staff and company owners in Kathmandu in a fine restaurant.
Comprehensive medical kits.
Climbing Sherpa: 01 veteran, best qualified
young and highly experienced Climbing Sherpa.
Oxygen: 04 Bottle of oxygen cylinder (4 Liter) per Member & 02 bottle of oxygen
Mask & regulator set: One set summit mask and regulator to member Sherpa. Extra set of mask and regulator will be carried.
Weather Forecast: Weather forecast from reliable source will be provided in the entire expedition time period
High Camp Services: High Camp service like tents, food, high food, EPI gases, cooking coffle set will be fully provided.
Satellite Phone: Satellite phone for emergency call, subject to charge for the call.
Walkie Talkie: Walkie Talkie set for communication to higher camps from BC.
Fresh vegetables and meat will be supplied from Kathmandu on regular basis.
Safety back up plans Helicopter / rescue Team if apply with additional charge must have insurance to cover cost.
All the required government taxes and company service charge.

What’s Not Included

Int’l Flight: International air ticket.
Lunch & Dinner at Kathmandu: Lunch and dinner during stay in Kathmandu.
Insurance: Medical and rescue evacuation insurance, needs to be applied for entire expedition period. This is mandatory for all the climbing members.
Personal Climbing Gear Climbing gear and trekking equipment.
Summit Bonus: Climbing Sherpa Summit Bonus of US$ 1500 or equivalent INR for each climbing Sherpa &, and tips for kitchen staff US$ 400 or Equivalent INR
Toiletries: Soaps, Sampo, tissues papers, toothpaste and other items that keep you clean.
Extras: Any extra cost for extra services other than in cost Includes section

Packing List

This is a list of essential items for individuals doing the trek with New Knight Adventure. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by NK Adventure on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.

Upper Body

Short-Sleeved Shirts/T-shirts
Lightweight Top/Thermo Coat
Midweight Top x 2
Heavyweight Top x 2
Synthetic or Fleece Jacket
Down Insulated Jacket
Windproof Jacket
Gore-Tex Jacket

Lower Body

Underwear
Lightweight Long Underpants
Midweight Long Underpants x 2
Trekking Pants
Down/Synthetic Insulated Pants
Gore-Tex Pants
Trekking & Climbing Socks (7 Pairs)

Hand and Head

Lightweight Synthetic Liner Glove
Wind Stopper Fleece Gloves
Summit Gloves
Heavy Gloves (Mitten)
Sun Cap
Wool/Fleece Hat
Balaclava
Hand Warmer

Technical Devices/Climbing Gears

Climbing Helmet
Headlamp with Spare Batteries (Petzl/BD)
Summit Down Suit
Ice Axe Semi-technical
Crampons
Harness
Carabineers (Lock – 4 Pcs & Unlock – 2 Pcs)
Ascenders/Jumar
Belay Device (ATC Guide/Figure of 8)
Safety Cord – 3 m, 8.5 mm
Tape Sling – 120 cm
2 Sleeping Bag: -30 to -40
Thermosets Inflatable Mattress
Thermosets Cell Foam Mattress
Sun/Glacier Glasses UV Protection
Snow Goggle UV Protection
Rucksacks (45 – 55 Ltr.)
2 Duffel Bag
Water Bottles
Thermos/Flask
Pee Bottle
Pack Towel
1 Set Extendable Trekking Poles (BD Alpine Flz)
Swiss Knife
Mug, Plastic Bowl, Fork & Spoon
Summit Boot
Alpine Boot (G2SM/G2EVO)
Lightweight Hiking/Trekking Boots
Sandals
Camp Booties

First Aid Kit

Sunscreen (-50 Spf)
Lips Guard (-20/-50 Spf)
Water Purification Tablets
Baby Wipes or Wet Towels
Handy Plaster
Crack Bandage
Tincture Lodine
Strepsils
Antibiotic
Paracetamol
Aspirin
Sinex
Anti-Diarrhea
Capsule/Eldoper
Brufen/Ibuprofens
Diamox
Eye Drop
Dexamethasone Tablets
Zip-Lock Bags

Travel Documents

Valid Passport
Valid Visa
4 PP Size Photo
Insurance Paper (Medical & Rescue) & Contact Address
Family/Company Contact Number
Credit Card
Covid-19 Vaccine Certificate

Toiletries

Hand Sanitizers & Hand wash
Wet Tissues
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Bath Soap
Shampoo
Laundry Soap
Garbage Bag

Miscellaneous

Umbrella/Rain Coat
Spare batteries
Water Proof Stuff Sacks
Satellite Phone (If possible

FAQs

This is a highly technical expedition meant only for experienced climbers who have previously climbed multiple 6000m and 7000m peaks.

You must be capable of enduring long-duration high-intensity training sessions and have strong postural stability for elevations above 4000m. Experience at high altitude and mental resilience are essential.

You must be proficient in using crampons, fixed ropes, ice climbing techniques, abseiling, tying safety knots, and climbing in cold, high-altitude conditions.

Minimum age is 16 years (16–17 must be accompanied by guardian). Above 60 requires medical fitness certificate.

Lhotse (8,516 m) is the fourth-highest mountain in the world, located in the Khumbu region of Nepal, near Mount Everest.

Lhotse shares the South Col with Everest and offers dramatic high-altitude climbing including steep ice faces and panoramic Himalayan views.

Steep 40–50° slopes, blue ice walls, crevasses, avalanches, and a 50-day long expedition requiring advanced mountaineering expertise.

March–May (Spring) and September–November (Autumn).

Yes. This is a technical 8000m expedition requiring expert-level mountaineering skills.

The expedition begins in Kathmandu. You must arrive independently.

Limited connectivity during trekking and at Base Camp. Network reliability varies.

ATMs are available in Kathmandu.

Oxygen bottles, tents, high camp equipment, communication devices, and common base camp infrastructure are provided. Personal gear must be brought by the climber.

Technical gear can be rented in Kathmandu. Personal items are recommended to be purchased for safety and comfort.

Oxygen cylinders, HAPO bag, first aid, trained leaders, and emergency evacuation coordination.

Yes. NK Adventure ensures a professional, inclusive, and gender-sensitive expedition environment.

Emergency rescue is coordinated up to helicopter rescue point. Insurance must cover evacuation.

ID proof, passport, travel insurance, evacuation insurance, medical certificate, photographs, and permit documents.

Yes. High-altitude rescue and medical evacuation insurance is mandatory.

Yes. All required permits are arranged by NK Adventure and included in the expedition cost.

You receive confirmation email, preparation guide, packing list, and WhatsApp group invite before departure.

Yes. It is mandatory before expedition begins.

Payment & Cancellation Policy:

When you have firmly decided to undertake the Tour with New Knight Adventure, you will need to book the trip with us. We must allocate enough time to prepare, obtain necessary documents and permits, and book hotels and Transport for the trip.
25% advance during the time of booking for confirmation
50% Amount one month prior of arrival in India
25% Amount to be one week prior of arrival in India

Cancellation Policy:

• If the cancellation is made 30 days before the tour starts, 25% of the full payment will be deducted and 75% will be refunded.
• If the cancellation is made 20 days before the tour start, 35% of the full payment will be deducted and 65% will be refunded
• If the cancellation is made 10 days before the tour start, 80% will be deducted and 20% will be refunded.
• No refund is made if the trip is cancelled after the departure for Expedition.
• No refund is made during the running tour.
• The cost of travel permit or any other documentation charges will not be refundable

Note: New Knight Adventure do all the ground operations in advance (As soon as we received the confirmation request from the guest). We pay advance payment to all our vendors to ensure all the services that we promise with the guest.