Shishapangma Expedition
Trip Facts
Trip Introduction:
Expedition to Mt Shishapangma (8027m), the 14th highest mountain and the last mountain above 8000 meters. This is one of the popular expedition that we at Himalayan Global Expedition undertake. Mt. Shishapangma is in Tibet near Langtang peak at the Nepalese border. This mountain opened up for climbing to other mountaineers in 1978 by the Chinese authority.
Shishapangma is considered as one of the most straight forward mountain peaks for climbing. North-west ridge is easy enough, thus, the success rate of summiting is quite high. Xǔ Jìng and Nine Climbers, all Chinese team, first climbed Mount Shishapangma (8027m) in 1964.
Expedition to Mt Shishapangma: Route
Shishapangma base camp rests at 5000m. It offers a spectacular view of the mountain and the ridges. Advanced Base Camp of the Shishapangma is located on the glacier at the west side of the moraines at an elevation of 5400m. Shishapangma is summitted only after reaching three camps during ascent. Ascending fairly steep snow slopes, rocky ridge, and finally, the solid snow takes us to the summit. From here we see the enchanting views of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and many more.
Expedition to Mt Shishapangma is easy as compared to Everest and Manaslu. Though, physical and mental fitness is a must to accomplish the climb. Anyone with physical and mental fitness and a minimum of 7 hours per day strenuous walking ability can complete Shishapangma Expedition easily. A person with previous experience of non-technical/technical peak, climbing and trekking in high altitudes can also easily complete this trip.
Himalayan Global Expedition provides experienced Sherpa climbers who will help ascent Mt Shishapangma successfully.
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu (1350m) and Transfer to hotel
Day 02-03 Tibet Visa/Expedition Preparation &Briefing
Day 04 Drive from Kathmandu Timure
Day 05 Drive from timure to Kerung (1,962m)
Day 06 Drive From Kerung to Old Thingri (4,300m)
Day 07 Acclimitazation in Old Thingri (4,300m)
Day 08 Drive from Old Thingri To Shishapangm Chinese Base Camp (5,220m)
Day 09 Rest and acclimatization at Chinese Base Camp
Day 10 Chinese Base Camp to Shishapangma Advance Base camp (5,400m)
Day 12-28 Climbing Period From Shishapangma Base Camp to Summit (8,027m) & Back to Base Camp
Days 29 Descend from Advance Basecamp to Chinese Base Camp
Day 30 Drive from Chinese Base Camp to Old Thingri
Day 31 Drive From Thingri to Kerung
Day 32 Drive from Kerung To Kathmandu
Day 33 Rest Day in Kathmnadu & Farewell Dinner
Day 34 Transfer to the Airpot For Final Departure
- International Arrival/Departure Transfers
- climbing permit & other fees including Tibet visa
- transportation on private vehicles both in Nepal & Tibet as per the itinerary
- 5 nights bed & breakfast accommodation in a 3* hotel in Kathmandu (twin share)
- Good hotels / lodges at Timure & Thingri
- Base Camp accommodation with an individual sleeping tent with mattress
- Heater for base camp in each Dining and other necessary camp
- All camping gear In Base camp that includes dining tent, cooking stove, gas, ropes, toilet tent, shower tent, table, and chairs, mattresses sharing with other members
- High camps during the climb with high altitude food
- 3 oxygen bottles for each member & 2 oxygen bottle for climbing Sherpa
- 1 climbing Sherpa for 1 climbing member during the expedition
- Medical Kit & Walkie Talkie / Satellite Phone
- Transport of the collective material and personal luggage until Basecamp by yaks
- Salary & load carrying a bonus for Sherpa (this bonus does not include the summit bonus)
- The required number of porters/Yaks to the Base Camp and return
- Rope fixing & environment fee
- Chinese Liaison officer's allowances, equipment for the expedition, insurance, daily wages
- Handset radios for communication in the Mountain
- Gamo Bag (life-saving device in case of altitude sickness) sharing with group members
- A medical kit with Oxygen, mask and regulator, in case of emergency
- Solar equipment for light and charging of various electronic devices (as a camera,Phone, I-pod)
- Heater and hot electronic shower
- Climbing equipment, transportation, accommodation, food, salary and insurance for Sherpa and other staffs
- Farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu
- Garbage Deposit (Sharing with other members)
- All liable government of China/Tibet administration fees for climbing permits processing
- Mt. Shishapangma certificate (after climbing Mt. Shishapangma successfully)
- International flight fares
- International airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Single supplement during the entire trip
- Note: Additional cost applies for single supplement
- Personal climbing gears–clothing, sleeping bags, climbing equipment. Please email us for ‘equipment checklist’
- Personal Travel/Medical/Accident/Emergency evacuation insurance
- International cargo customs clearance fee
- Emergency evacuation, Helicopter rescue if required
- Alcoholic beverage & bottle drinks
- Climbing Sherpa summit bonus
- Personal Satellite phone permit
- Filming & video graph permit
- Extra personal expenses
- Climbing Sherpa bonus
- Summit bonus to Sherpa Guide
- Tips for Nepali/Tibetan staff
- All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fee, transport, extra hotel night, food, etc.)
- Any charges incurred as a result of the delay beyond the control of ‘Himalayan Global Expedition’
- Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail, internet between Nepal and your home country)
- The medical evacuation insurance policy is mandatory
- Any other services not specified in the ‘Service Includes'
