Sagarmatha – Mt. Everest Expedition

Overview
Itinerary
Included
FAQs

Trip Overview

Sagarmatha – Everest lies on the border of Nepal and Tibet. The south east ridge climb from Nepal, was the route taken by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay on the first ascent in 1953. The route starts with Khumbu icefall and climbs up to South Col, from where the south east ridge is gained.

Serious high altitude climbing

Difficulty

65 days ex-Kathmandu

Duration

8,850m

Max elevation

Spring & Autumn

Best Season

Tree House

Trip type

Itinerary

Acclimatization and Preparation

We start with an acclimatization trip, flying to Lukla and trekking to Gorak Shep at 5170m. We spend the next several days acclimatizing and preparing in Gorak Shep before returning to Kathmandu on Day 17.

Days 1-16
Return to Kathmandu

On Day 17, we return to Kathmandu for a brief period of rest and preparation.

Days 17
Drive to Everest Base Camp

We begin the drive to Everest Base Camp (5150m) on Day 18. The journey includes stops at Zhangmu, Nyalam, and Tingri, reaching Everest Base Camp by Day 22.

Days 18-22
Establishing Base Camp

Over the next few days, we establish our base camp at Everest Base Camp and prepare for the ascent.

Days 23-25
Acclimatization and Preparation

We spend this period acclimatizing and preparing at base camp, including establishing an advanced base camp at 6380m.

Days 26-32
Start Climbing

Climbing to the summit begins on Day 33.

Days 33
Summit Push and Return

We continue with the summit push and return to base camp. By Day 65, we start our drive back to Kathmandu.

Days 34-64
Return to Kathmandu

We complete the drive back to Kathmandu and conclude the expedition.

Days 65

Included

All airport transfers in Nepal
all accommodation in Nepal
breakfast in Kathmandu
sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
trekking permits, peak fees and National Park entry, porter, Sherpas and guides
all meals on trek and climb, local staff insurance.
Group climbing gear such as ropes, snow stakes, protection.
Group equipment such as stoves, tents, mats, kitchen gear, medical kit, medical oxygen, Gamow bag, satellite phone.

Excluded

International airfares, visas, transfer fees, departure taxes, excess baggage, tips to trek staff, hotels etc.,
personal travel insurance, lunch and dinner in KTM
personal expenses such as gifts, phone calls, laundry and alcohol, personal equipment.

Trip Plan

4.7

Based on 23 reviews

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Randi Skaug

11:43 07 Dec 24

Highly recommended!Top Himalaya Guides is run by Tshering Pande Bhote and Chhidar Lama, both highly respected individuals. Tshering was my guide on Everest in 2004 and Chhidar is on the Board of WHY, an educational charity for Bhote people that I started in 2012. They both contribute considerably to their community and run an honest and professional business.Both have been working in Norway during the summer season for many years now and are well aquinted to Scandinavian life and habits.

Benjamin Reid-Soucy

02:18 01 Dec 24

Incredible experience with incredible human beings! Totally recommend! 🤩💪

Weiyiping Huang

13:00 22 Apr 24

Tshering is as legit as they come! We had the pleasure of spending 3 days climbing with him near Kathmandu and had a phenomenal time! He’s an incredibly experienced mountain guide who was always happy to share his knowledge with us but at the same time very humble. Also just a funny dude lol. Would definitely go back for more climbing/mountaineering with him.

Lhakpa Nuru Sherpa

00:17 09 Jan 24

Konstantin Shipilov

05:16 30 Oct 23

Best guide!

Prajakta Kharabe

01:41 10 Oct 22

Antonio Lo Castro

11:40 27 May 22

Professionals & courtesy

Sufal Mondal

10:33 16 Jan 21

I want to go

pran ranjan prasad

05:06 05 Jun 18

This is the thing that realise us heaven is on the earth

Bj Ca

21:00 29 Nov 17

My partner and I had a great trek and climbing experience with Top Himalaya Guides.Participated on Himalaya Five Peaks Technical Climbing Course with Ama Dablam, which offered a great trek through the Khumbu valley and other nearby valleys, in addition to climbing several peaks. The highlight of the tour was to climb Ama Dablam.The service was exceptional, way above what we expected. The owner Tshering Pande Bhote is really well connected and provides a really flexible itinerary to adapt to changes that might occur.We can highly recommend using Top Himalaya Guides!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Trip Suitable For You?

Sagarmatha – Everest is the highest mountain in the world and is not easy. It is a very serious peak and bad judgement or even bad luck can be fatal.

Are permits or guides required?

Yes, permits and Nepali guides are required for all trekking regions and all climbing expeditions. We handle all necessary permits, including trekking, conservation area, and climbing permits.

How do I book a trip with Top Himalaya Guides?

You can book a trip directly through our website. A deposit is required to confirm your booking, and the remaining balance can be paid before the trip begins.

What type of accommodation is provided?

Accommodation varies depending on the trek. In cities we use the best hotels. In popular regions, we use comfortable tea houses and lodges. In more remote areas, camping may be necessary.

Can I customize my trip?

Absolutely! We offer fully customizable itineraries to suit your interests, number of people, fitness level, and schedule. We provide an experienced guide whichever way you want to experience the mountains.

What safety measures do you take?

Safety is our top priority. Our guides are experienced and IFMGA and NNMGA certified, and they carry the best gears to ensure safety. We also monitor weather conditions and make decisions with your safety in mind.

What is your cancellation policy?

Generally, cancellations close to the departure date incur higher charges. Please refer to our detailed cancellation policy on our website.

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