Cho Oyu, Nepal, 44 Day Guided Ascent

Join one of our GuideSource guides on an amazing 44 day expedition to the summit of the great Cho Oyu mountain in the Himalayas of Nepal.

Private

44 Days

Apr - Jun

High

Advanced

Highlights

Climb to the summit of the amazing Cho Oyu mountain in the Himalayas.
Visit several wonderful villages, from Zhangmu to Tingri.
Spend several days in the Nepalese capital city of Kathmandu.

Description

Number six on the list of highest mountains in the world, Cho Oyu (8,201m) is an amazing peak. A truly breathtaking mountain, climbing to its summit only adds to its mystique, and on this 44 day expedition that is exactly what you will get to do.

Of all the 8000 meter plus peaks in the Himalayas, Cho Oyu has the highest success rate. It is also considered the easiest of those mountains to climb. However, the term easy should be taken with a grain of salt when it comes to scaling mountains of that magnitude. But with the help of our professional and experienced guides, we are confident you will not only have a successful climb, but also a fun, safe and memorable one.

Beginning in Kathmandu, we will drive to several locations on our way to Cho Oyu. During those drives, and in the villages we will stop and sleep in, including Nyalam and Tingri, you will get to enjoy glorious views of the Himalayas. Just a few examples of the peaks you will get to gaze upon include Shisha pangma (8,013m) and Mount Everest (8,848m).

With plenty of rest days for the purpose of acclimatization during this trip, you will not have to worry about altitude sickness. And with a 21 day climbing period, you will have plenty of time to reach the mountain’s amazing summit by way of its northwest face. And on the final days of the adventure, we will return to Kathmandu, which you can explore and enjoy until your departure home.

Easily one of the most impressive peaks in the world, climbing Cho Oyu is a mesmerizing experience. To participate, all you have to do is send us a request.

Would you like to climb the highest mountain in the world? Then join us on this 53 day adventure to the summit of Everest.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

Please contact GuideSource for information on cost and what is included in the price.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)

After your arrival at the Kathmandu international airport, a GuideSource guide will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. After a brief meeting about the trip to come, you will get to explore Kathmandu at your leisure.

Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing

Throughout the day, you will get to explore the city of Kathmandu and gaze at its many highlights including the Pashupati Nath and Swayambhu Nath temples, before returning to your hotel for the night.

Day 3: Preparation Day

Day 4: Zhangmu

We will drive from Kathmandu to Zhangmu, where we will spend the night. During the drive we will cross the Chinese border, passing the town of Kodari.

Day 5: Nyalam

We will drive from Zhangmu to Nyalam, where we will spend the night in a lodge.

Day 6: Rest day in Nyalam

For the purpose of acclimatization, we will spend the day in Nyalam, where you can enjoy some fantastic views of several famed Himalayan peaks.

Day 7: Tingri

We will drive from Nyalam to Tingri, where we will spend the night in a lodge. During the drive, we will cross the Lalung Leh Pass. In Tingri, you will be able to see not only Cho Oyu, but also Mount Everest.

Day 8: Rest day in Tingri

Day 9: Cho Oyu Base Camp

We will drive for approximately 2 hours to the Cho Oyu base camp, where we will spend the night.

Day 10 to 12: Acclimatization in Cho Oyu Base Camp

Day 13: Advanced Base Camp

Today, we will trek along the side of the Gyabrag glacier until we reach the advanced base camp, where we will spend the night.

Day 14: Acclimatization in Advanced Base Camp

Day 15 to 36: Climbing Period

Day 37: Return to Advanced Base Camp

Day 38: Return to Base Camp

Day 39: Base Camp clean up

Day 40: Drive back to Zhangmu

Day 41: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 42: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 43: Extra day in Kathmandu

You can spend the day exploring Kathmandu, before enjoying a farewell dinner and going to bed in your hotel.

Day 44: Departure home

A GuideSource guide will transfer you to the airport, where you can catch your flight home.

About the guide

GuideSource

Mountain Guide

Languages

Nepali | German | French | English

Certificates

AMGA | NNMGA

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