Nuptse Expedition

Nepal
Mountaineering
Moderate
40 to 46 Days
7,861m

Mount Nuptse (7,861m) is the highest among the 7,000-meter peaks in the Himalayas and one of the most technically challenging climbs. Located southwest of Everest in the Khumbu region, its name means "West Peak" in Tibetan. The expedition features steep ice walls, rock sections, and unpredictable weather, requiring advanced mountaineering skills. Climbers traverse the iconic Khumbu Icefall, acclimatize at Everest Base Camp, and summit via routes like the North Ridge or Western Cwm

Best Season to go on Mt. Nuptse Expedition in 2025/2026

The best season to go on an Expedition to Mt. Nuptse Expedition is between March to May and September to December of the year 2025/2026.
when winds are slow, the days are sunny, temperatures are mild and the trail is gorgeous with green dense forests, raging rivers and streams, the soothing sounds of the birds and animals and the uninterrupted views of the grand massifs throughout the trail.

Trip Facts

Activities
Mountaineering
Starting Price
US$ /PP
Accommodation
Camping
Max. Altitude
7,861m
Best Season
Autumn (Oct–November)
Trip Hours/Day
5-6 Hrs a Day
Trip Grade
Moderate
Group Size
5-15

Highlights & Attractions

Technical Challenge: Demands ice/rock climbing skills, with sections rated Class 3–4 (YDS)
Iconic Views: Panoramic vistas of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the Khumbu Valley
Cultural Immersion: Trek through Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and Tengboche Monastery
Less Crowded: Fewer climbers compared to Everest, offering a purer alpine experience
Triple Crown Option: Combined with Everest and Lhotse ascents for elite climbers

Trip Itinerary
Include & Excludes
Trip Notes
Reviews

Trip Itinerary

Day 01-03: Arrival In Kathmandu And Transfer To The Hotel

1–3 Arrival in Kathmandu, permits, gear check, and briefing. Elevation 1,400m
Day 04 : Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding. 2,610m

Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding. Trek 4 to 05 Hours Overnight Camp or Tea House
Day 05: Trek to Namache bazar 3,440m

Trek to Namache bazar 3,440m Trek About 4 to 5 Hours a day
Day 06-07: Acclimatization Day In Namche Bazaar.

Acclimatization Day In Namche Bazaar. side walk to Thame or Khumjung
Village Depending Group member interest, Overnight at Camp or Tea House
Day 08: Via Tengboche Monastery to Dingboche (acclimatization). 4,410m

Via Tengboche Monastery to Dingboche (acclimatization). 4,410m Trek
about 4 to 5 Hours a day Over night at Tengboche Monastery
Day 10-11: Ascend to Lobuche and Everest Base Camp. 5,364m

Ascend to Lobuche and Everest Base Camp. 5,364m
Day: 12-15: Nuptse Base Camp setup, icefall training, and rotations to Camp 1 (5,900m).

Nuptse Base Camp setup, icefall training, and rotations to Camp 1 (5,900m).
5,300m–6,400m Camping
Day 16 to 35: Summit push: Camps 2 (6,400m) and 3 (6,800m), then summit bid. Up to 7,861m

Summit push: Camps 2 (6,400m) and 3 (6,800m), then summit bid. Up to 7,861m
Day 36–40: Descend to Lukla, fly to Kathmandu. -

Fly to Kathmandu until Transfer back to International airport

Package Includes

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

Best Season: Pre-monsoon (April-May) & post-monsoon (Oct-Nov).

Difficulty: Moderate (previous alpine experience recommended).

Permits: Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) Peak Permit & Sagarmatha National Park entry.

Nuptse Expedition