Climb Lhakpa Ri - 7,000m Peak Expedition
Gemeinsam auf den Lakpa Ri, den vielleicht einfachsten 7000er der Welt:
✪ 7.000m-Challenge
✪ vis-a-vis zum Everest
✪ gemeinsame Expedition & sehr erfahrene Leiter
✪ Loyale und erfahrene Sherpas
Overview
Expedition leaders
Lakpa Ri Expedition
Lakpa Ri itinerary (25 Days)
Be prepared, fly to Nepal
Latest arrival in Kathmandu, 1,350 meters (4,429 feet). Airport transfer to hotel
We need to process our visa and permit with the Chinese embassy; team orientation meeting, purchasing, packing, visit temples, city tour, shopping. Stay at hotel.
Early morning drive to Rusuwaghadi at 2,557 meters (8,389 feet). Stay at hotel.
Lhasa option: Fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa or if you are coming from a city in China, arrive in Lhasa on this day.
Enter Tibet, drive to Gyirong at 2,700 meters (8,858 feet) Stay at hotel.
Lhasa option: Rest in Lhasa, tour Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, the most sacred building in all of Tibet.
Rest and acclimatization in Gyirong. Walk around the local hills. Stay at hotel.
Lhasa option: Drive to Shigatse. Rest and acclimate. Tour the surrounding area. Visit the 15th century Tashilunpo Monastery, the largest active monastic institution in Tibet.
Drive to Tingri, 4,300 meters 14,108 feet. Stay at hotel.
Lhasa option: Drive to Tingri. Rest and acclimate, tour the surrounding area.
Rest & acclimatization in Tingri. Explore surrounding hills and beautiful meadows. See the restoration of the historical Buddhist temples. Stay at hotel.
Drive to Chinese basecamp, 5,200 meters (17,060 feet). Camp.
Rest and acclimatization in Chinese base. Organize equipment and supplies.
Acclimatization hike near Chinese base. Meet the Lama and participate in a Puja ceremony.
Walk with the yaks halfway to interim camp, 5,800 meters (19,029 feet).
Rest and acclimatization at interim camp.
Walk with the yaks to advanced base camp (ABC) at 6,300 meters (20,669 feet).
Rest at ABC.
Training/rest day in ABC, prepare for the ascent.
Walk to the high camp of Lakpa Ri at 6,400 meters (20,997 feet).
Climb to the top of Lakpa Ri - summit: 7,045 meters, 23,114 feet
Afterwards return to High Camp, pack, and back to ABC.
Rest at ABC
Rest at ABC, reserve for weather conditions on Lakpa Ri, can be used to climb to Everest North Col.
Latest day to walk down to basecamp. Pack and get ready for your departure.
Early morning drive to Gyirong. Stay at hotel.
Early morning drive to Kathmandu. Final packing, celebration, saying goodbye to new friends
Fly home. Thank you for joining our Lakpa Ri expedition!
Prepare
Lakpa Ri is well suited for those reaching the 7000m mark for the first time, but also for mountaineers who want to see the north side of Everest up close. The ascent to the summit is carried out from our ABC-Camp in Mount Everest, Tibet, China.
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Participation requirements
Participation: The ascent to the summit of Lakpa Ri / Nordcols is carried out in independent, self-reliant rope teams under the guidance of the expedition leader. There is no guiding, but we offer a refresher course in glaciated routes at the 2nd base camp, so this expedition is a good introduction to high-altitude mountaineering. A good level of fitness is required for the ascent.
Technical requirements: All exposed and steep sections of the ascent are secured with fixed ropes by the leader and Sherpas. You should already be able to walk safely on crampons.
Physical requirements: In addition to a very good physical condition and mental strength, the effects of altitude on the body must be taken into account on this expedition. We attach great importance to correct acclimatization and altitude tactics and provide a very experienced high-altitude mountaineer as expedition leader!
Personal equipment: In addition to complete mountain clothing, a warm expedition sleeping bag down to - 20° C comfort range and very warm expedition mountain boots are part of the basic equipment.
Testimonials
Lakpa Ri Experience: Since our first Tibet expedition to Everest in 2004, we have been able to operate many Lakpa Ri ascents accompanying our tremendous Everest logistics. We have now organized 13 expeditions on the north side of Mount Everest, most recently in 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019, and a number of highly experienced expedition leaders such as David O'Brien, Daniel Mazur, and Felix Berg work for us. Together with our superb sherpas and staff, you will benefit from our experience on your 7k-challenge on Lakpa Ri.
Tibet has been largely closed to tourists from 2020 to 2024 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Chinese regulations. For 2025, this tour will have a certain pioneering character, as there is uncertainty regarding entry and the granting of permits. Starting in 2026, we plan to offer regular scheduled departures for north-side trekking tours on Mount Everest.
Costs & Services
Full Service Package
- SummitClimb Expedition Leader:
- Part of the Mount Everest Expedition (minimum 4 participants)
- Dedicated leader for 8-12 participants
- Organization of your entire expedition including
- CTMA Climbing Permit for Lakpa Ri
- travel permit for Tibet
- Transfers as per program:
- From Kathmandu via Zangmu to the Everest Base Camp
- From Everest Base Camp back to Kathmandu with the group
- Customs Clearance for China/Tibet
- Accommodation:
- 4 nights in ****hotel in Kathmandu (double occupancy) B/B
- 5-7 nights in CTMA-Hotel Tibet B/HB
- Full Board throughout the entire tour:
- 3 warm meals per day, drinks and snack
- dedicated kitchen staff from our Everest team
- Complete Base Camp BC & ABC:
- Double tents, mess tent, shower tent, and toilet tent
- Complete High Camp Equipment:
- Tents, stoves, pots, ropes, fixing material, specialized provisions, and radios
- High-Altitude Sherpas:
- Including their insurance, equipment, and compensation
- At least 1 Sherpa for every 2 participants
- Shared summit attempts
- Communication and Power at BC:
- Satellite phone and email at base camp (against small charge)
- Solar power system and generator
- Medical Support:
- Extensive emergency medical kit, pulse oximeter, medical oxygen, and a GAMOV bag (portable hyperbaric chamber)
- International flights
- Expenses of a personal nature (e.g., phone calls, alcoholic beverages, gifts, etc.)
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Travel insurance (health and accident, trip cancellation)
- Nepal visa (approx. 30 days, USD 50)
- China/Tibet visa (approx. USD 250)
- Tips and summit bonus (USD 500 recommended)
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