Mt. Shishapangma Expedition
Trip Duration:
47 Days
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Moderate
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Overview
Mt. Shishapangama (8,130m) is the 14th highest mountain in the world. It is located in south-central Tibet, only a few kilometers away from the Nepal- Tibet ( Kodari) border. It is ideal for those who are interested to climb the straightforward 8000m peak via the North-West Ridge from Tibet side. Since it is on the dry north side of the Himalayan crest and further away from the lower terrain of Nepal, it is less risky and technically less demanding than most other major Himalayan peaks. Similar to Everest’s north side, the motorable road is accessible to the base camp of Mt. Shishapangama and then the actual trail on foot and yak begins.
It is a comparatively easy route with an access by land transport up to base camp at 5,000 m. Then we use yaks transport to carry expedition equipment from Base camp to Advanced Base Camp at 5,400m and then further three camps where we fix ropes before we summit Shishapangma peak. The route to southwest face is steeper and technically more challenging and involves 2,250 meters ascent.
Climbing skills & good physical fitness is required for Shishapangma summit attempt. Spring & summer season is the best time for Mount Shishapangma expedition. However, Trek Himalayan arranges climbing expedition to Mount Shishapangma throughout the year as per interest and vacation schedule of the prospective climbers. We can arrange both the logistic support to Advanced Base Camp and fully guided climbing for Shishapangma expedition. For more details, please contact us at info@ trekhimalayan.com.np
Itinerary:
Arrive at the Tribhuwan International Airport where you will be welcomed by Trek Himalayan
representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is free until evening when you will
enjoy a welcome drinks with your guide and introduce each other. Overnight in KathmanduToday the expedition group members will meet up with Trek Himalayan staff for introduction and briefing about the expedition details. There will be 2 days alloted for preparation for the expedition. During the preparation we will work out for visa issuance, equipment checking with guides, shopping personal food for the expedition.
After early breakfast we drive through Bhaktapur, Dhulikhel and reach Friendship Bridge (i.e. NepalChina border). From here we walk for about 10 minutes to cross Friendship Bridge and meet our Tibetan guide and landcruiser drivers. After all the immigration and custom formalities at the Chinese check post here, our journey continues for another 35 km which can take almost 3 hours through up-winding road to Nyalam with beautiful scenery. Then, you will be transferred to the guest house in Nyalam (3700m). The facilities of the guesthouse are very simple and basic. We stay free and spend overnight here.
Today is free for acclimatization. We will be going for a short trek around which helps us to acclimatize fast in higher altitude. Overnight stay at Nyalam guest house
Leaving Nyalam, we will drive to the south crossing Pang La pass at 5150m/16890. Along the drive, you can enjoy viewing the splendor of majestic snow capped peaks of Mt. Shishapangma and other adjoining peaks. After driving for 4 hrs, we will eventually reach Chinese Base Camp from where you get spectacular sight of Mt. Shishapangma and Mt. Everest. Upon arrival at the base camp we will explore around and stay overnight in tented camp.
We rest at Chinese base camp for one day to reduce the risk and severity of altitude sickness. We hike up around to observe spectacular mountains views including Mt. Everest (north face). Overnight in tented camp
Today we check all our climbing equipment and our Sherpa climber give you some training about the climbing to Mt Shishapangma. Overnight in tented camp
We prepare loads, yaks and other necessary things and trek towards Shishapangma Advance Base Camp. Depending on fitness, we move up and down the mountain several times, overnight in tented camp
After successful summit we return to Base Camp, collect disposed garbage and clean up. Then, we will drive back to Tingri. Overnight in tented camp
Today we drive along the Tibet- Nepal Friendship Highway towards Zhangmu. We will cross the high twin passes, Lablung La (5,124m/16, 806ft) and Tong La (5,120m/16,794ft) en route. From the top of Tong La, you will enjoy the views of Mt. Cho Oyu, Everest and Shishapangma. Then, the road drops dramatically towards Nyalam, the last Tibetan town on the way to Zhangmu. If time permits, we will visit Milarepa Cave and then follow the road to Zhangmu-the Chinese frontier town. Overnight in hotel
After completing Chinese customs and immigration formalities at Zhangmu we drive further 5 miles down to the Friendship Bridge where you change your Tibetan guide and vehicle. From here, we drive to Kathmandu, which takes us about 3 ½ hrs to reach the city. Overnight in hotel
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