Lhakpa Ri Expedition

Lhakpa Ri (Xang Dong Feng) mountaineering expedition gives you an impeccable mountain climbing experience amidst the richly varied landscape. Lhakpa Ri (Xang Dong Feng), towering over Tibet mountain range at an elevation of 7,045 meters, divides the upper East Rongbuk glacier and upper Kharta glacier. It lies in proximity to mighty Mt Everest boasting mesmerizing sights of Nyonno Ri range in eastern Tibet, the north faces of Chomolonzo, Makalu and Pethangtse, Shartse, Kangshung (east) face of Everest, east face of Lhotse, the north east ridge of Everest, the North Col, Changtse, Cho Oyu and Shishapangma as stunning backdrops.

The ascent up this mountain is regarded as the easiest 7000+ peak ascent. You make the ascent via the Everest Advance Base Camp.

You start your Lhakpa Ri mountaineering expedition with a leisurely stay in Lhasa. During your stay in Lhasa, you will visit the legendary Potala Palace, Sera Monastery, Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Market, Drepung Monastery etc. The journey continues further along Friendship Highway, with an adventure-packed leisurely 4WD drive via Lhasa- Shigatse- Xegar- Rongbuk. En route, you encounter monasteries, several 5000+ meter high mountain passes, nomadic settlements, pristine hamlets and nomadic herdsmen. Throughout this tour, the magnificent backdrop of the mighty Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Shisapangma and many other numerous peaks surround you.

Outlined Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Lhasa (3660m)
Day 2-3: Sightseeing in Lhasa (3660m)
Day 04: Free in Lhasa (3660m)
Day 05: Drive Lhasa – Gyantse (3950m)
Day 06: Drive to Shigatse (3900m)
Day 07: Sightseeing & drive to Shegar (4050m)
Day 08: Drive Shegar - Rongbuk (5000m)
Day 09-10: At Everest Base Camp (5200m)
Day 11: Trek to Camp 1 (5460m)
Day 12: Trek to Interim Camp (5760m)
Day 13: Rest day at Interim Camp (5760m)
Day 14: Trek to Camp 2 (5970m)
Day 15: Trek to Camp 3 (6400m)
Day 16: Rest day at camp 3
Day 17: At camp 3
Day 18: Climb Lhakpa Ri (7045m.), return to ABC
Day 19: Spare day for weather etc
Day 20: Trek to Base Camp
Day 21-22: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu meet and greet by Adventure Geo Treks staff and private transportation transfer to your hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu meet and greet by Adventure Geo Treks staff and private transportation transfer to your hotel. O/n hotel in bb basis.

Day 02: PHAKDING (2610M.)
Kathmandu – to –Lukla by flight 30 minute and you will have nice warm Break fast time about 1 hour in Lukla and trekking starts with your guide. Descend to Chaurikharka valley about ½ hours from Lukla and straight/flat continue through the Chomlo, Tharokoshi, Ghat zigzag up and down with right side Kushumkhang and opposite Kongde Ridge and Left side DudhKoshi valley river view. It is first day very nice Journey and on the way lunch break in Ghat about 1 and ½ hours and to get to Phakding is 1 and ½ hours walk after lunch and in Phakding we are going to stay in very nice Lodge with DudhKoshi River view.

Cost Include

Airport pick up drop service
All land transportation as per itinerary
One day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with license holder tour guide
3 night's hotel accommodation at Kathmandu in deluxe hotel on BB basis
Guest house/tented accommodation according to given itinerary (sharing in 2 bed room) and 3 meals (Breakfast, lunch, Dinner) during the trek
Domestic air ticket (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)
Domestic airport Tax
"Farewell dinner "before a day your departure from Nepal.
An experienced English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide)and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging.
Down jacket, for seasonal sleeping bag, Mountain Guide treks & Expedition kit bag/duffel bag, trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
All necessary paper work and permits (National park permit, TIMS )
A comprehensive medical kit.

Cost Exclude

Nepal entree visa:
International airfare
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, water bottle, hot shower during the trekking etc.)
Personal trekking equipment and clothing
Any donation and monuments entrance fee
Tips for guides and porters

Note: Cost includes and exclude section may give you better idea on how the trip is organized. Once you let us know the number of interested traveler and departure date we would get back to you with actual cost for the trip.