Cho-Oyu Expedition (8,201m)

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa. In the afternoon, a detailed briefing will cover equipment checks, safety protocols, and communication procedures with the expedition team.

This day is reserved for final preparations, obtaining necessary permits, and meeting with government authorities. You will also have time for last-minute shopping for personal climbing gear.

We embark on a scenic drive to the Nepal-Tibet border at Kodari, complete immigration formalities, and continue to Zhangmu, the entry point to Tibet. Overnight at a guesthouse.

After breakfast, we drive to Nyalam, gaining altitude gradually. The rest of the day is for acclimatization. Overnight in a guesthouse.

To adapt to the increasing altitude, we take a short hike around Nyalam, enjoying views of the Tibetan plateau. Overnight in a guesthouse.

We continue our journey across the Tibetan highlands, passing through stunning landscapes and arriving in Tingri. Overnight at a guesthouse.

A rugged drive takes us to Cho-Oyu Base Camp. Upon arrival, we establish our campsite and begin preparations for the climb.

We spend these days acclimatizing, practicing climbing techniques, and organizing loads for higher camps. Short hikes around the area help with altitude adaptation.

A gradual ascent from Base Camp leads us to Advanced Base Camp, which serves as our primary staging point for the summit push.

This day is reserved for acclimatization and final preparation before moving to higher camps.

We follow a carefully planned ascent strategy, using multiple rotations between high camps to ensure acclimatization and summit readiness. Our summit attempt is based on weather conditions and team preparedness. Typically, we establish three higher camps before making the final push to the summit.

After a successful summit bid, we descend to Advanced Base Camp to recover and prepare for departure.

We descend from Advanced Base Camp to Base Camp, packing up equipment and beginning the return journey.

Environmental responsibility is crucial, so we conduct a thorough clean-up at Base Camp before leaving.

We retrace our route back to Nyalam, enjoying the last views of the Tibetan landscape.

Crossing the border back into Nepal, we return to Kathmandu, where you can relax at your hotel after a long expedition.

A leisure day in Kathmandu allows for sightseeing, shopping, and celebration of the expedition's success.

After breakfast, our team will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure flight.