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Everest Expedition

Everest Expedition

  •   Nepal
  •   Mountainring
  •   Extreme
  •   45 Days
  •   8848 M
Everest Expedition
  • Everest Expedition

Climbing Mount Everest (8,848.86m) is the ultimate mountaineering challenge, requiring extensive preparation, acclimatization, and expert guidance. Below is a detailed 49-day itinerary for an Everest expedition via the South Col (Southeast Ridge) route—the most popular path from Nepal.

Trip Facts

  • Activities

    Mountainring

  • Starting Price

    $45,000–$65,000

  • Accommodation

    Camping

  • Max. Altitude

    8848 M

  • Best Season

    Autumn (September–November)

  • Trip Hours/Day

    5 - 6 Hours

  • Trip Grade

    Extreme

  • Group Size

    5-15

Highlights & Attractions

  • Fully guided expedition with experienced Sherpa support and oxygen assistance
  • Highest mountain in the world: 1:1 Sherpa-to-client ratio on summit day for safety and success
  • Acclimatization climbs (Lobuche East or Khumbu Icefall training)
  • Luxury base camp setup (private tents, dining, Wi-Fi, fresh meals)
  • Summit push with high-flow oxygen (8-11 bottles per climber)

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  • Trip Itinerary
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  • Trip Notes
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Trip Itinerary

  • Phase 1: Arrival & Preparation (Days 1-3) – Kathmandu
    Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, briefing. Day 2: Gear check, official permits, and last-minute shopping . Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2,860m), trek to Phakding (2,610m).
  • Phase 2: Trek to Everest Base Camp (Days 4-11)
    Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) 1. Day 5: Acclimatization hike to Everest View Hotel 4. Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3,860m), visit monastery 1. Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4,410m) 4. Day 8: Acclimatization hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m) 5. Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m) 1. Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,170m), visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
  • Phase 3: Acclimatization & Training (Days 12-20)
    Day 12-14: Lobuche East (6,119m) climb for acclimatization Day 15-20: Khumbu Icefall training (ladder crossing, fixed ropes)
  • Phase 4: Rotation Climbs (Days 21-40)
    Rotation 1: Camp I (6,065m) → Camp II (6,750m) → Return to Base Camp 1. Rotation 2: Camp III (7,100m) (Lhotse Face climb) → Return to Base Camp 4. Rotation 3: Camp IV (7,900m) (South Col) → Summit Push Preparation
  • Phase 5: : Summit Push (Days 41-46)
    Day 41: Final ascent to Camp IV (sleep with oxygen) 4. Day 42: Summit push (8,848m) via Balcony, Hillary Step, South Summit 6. Day 43-46: Descend to Base Camp, celebrate success
  • Phase 6: : Return to Kathmandu (Days 47-49)
    Day 47: Trek to Lukla 1. Day 48: Fly to Kathmandu, farewell dinner 4. Day 49: Departure

Package Includes

  • Expedition Logistics & Permits
  • Guide & Support Team
  • Accommodation & Meals
  • .Oxygen & Medical Support
  • Transportation & Flights
  • Training & Acclimatization
  • Equipment & Gear Support

Package Excludes

  • International flights & Nepal visa
  • Personal climbing gear (down suit, boots, harness – ~$10,000–$20,000)
  • Travel insurance (mandatory, ~$2,000+
  • Tips for staff (~$500–$1,000)
  • Extra oxygen bottles ($800 each if needed beyond provided quota)
  • Any other services which are not mentioned in the “Service Includes”.
  • Kathmandu accommodation

Trip Notes

Why Choose a Premium Expedition?

  • Higher success rates (90%+ with operators like Highland Expeditions) 

  • Better safety (1:1 Sherpa ratio, UIAGM guides, max oxygen support)

  • Luxury base camp amenities (heated tents, fresh food, Wi-Fi) 

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