Nuptse Expedition
- 45 Days
Adult
Description
Duration
45 Days
Group Size
1-10+
Nuptse Expedition Overview
Mt. Nuptse 7,861 m (25,791 ft) is one of the high 7,000 m peaks located next to Mt. Everest and Lhotse and is considered the most demanding peak to climb in this height range. The peak is located some two kilometers south-west of Mt. Everest, with coordinates of latitude 27°57′59″ N and longitude 86°53′24″ E. This mountain extends east–west with seven distinct summits, with Nuptse I being the highest and most prominent peak seen from Gorak Shep and Kala Patthar near Everest Base Camp.
Included
- To ensure your safety and provide a smooth arrival experience, Asian Adventures offers complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic arrivals and departures.
- Representatives of Asian Adventures will be waiting for you at the airport with an Asian Adventures banner and your name placard for easy identification. The representative will also carry an official company ID card for verification.
- According to the trekking package itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges three nights of accommodation in Kathmandu in your selected hotel category, ranging from tourist-standard to five-star hotels.
- Asian Adventures provides experienced, government-authorized (licensed) high-altitude trekking guides throughout the trekking period.
- Surface transportation required during the trek and in major cities, as specified in the itinerary, is included.
- As per the itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges regular domestic flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu for trekking members and guides.
- During the trek, Asian Adventures provides comfortable accommodation in carefully selected tea houses (excluding chain hotels).
- Most lunches are taken along the trekking route, while breakfast and dinner are served at the tea house where you stay overnight. Asian Adventures provides clean and freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with tea or coffee, from the tea house menu throughout the trek.
- To ensure your comfort and protection from cold weather, we provide clean and warm down jackets and sleeping bags during the trek.
- Asian Adventures allows up to 15 kg of personal trekking equipment per person, carried by porters, yaks, or mules during the trekking period.
- Since Everest Base Camp lies within the Sagarmatha National Park area, Asian Adventures provides all required national park permits.
- The Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) permit is mandatory for trekking in the Everest region. Asian Adventures arranges this permit for all trekkers.
- First-aid medical kits are provided for both trekkers and staff to ensure health and safety during the journey.
- Communication is an important safety factor in remote Himalayan regions. Therefore, Asian Adventures equips trekking guides with satellite phones for emergency situations.
- During your trek, Asian Adventures ensures clean, nutritious, and freshly prepared meals at tea houses.
- The quoted package price includes all official service charges, government fees, taxes, and VAT. There are no hidden costs beyond the stated price.
- Before departing Kathmandu, we invite you to join us for a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with a cultural performance. This provides a wonderful opportunity to experience Nepali culture and traditions.
- As a souvenir of your Himalayan adventure, Asian Adventures will present you with an Asian Adventures T-shirt, Pashmina, and company brochure before your departure.
Excluded
- Kathmandu offers a wide variety of high-quality restaurants serving Nepali and international cuisine. Therefore, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except the farewell dinner provided by Asian Adventures) are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the client.
- Personal expenses such as snacks, packed foods, chocolates, energy bars, mineral water, soft drinks, energy drinks, alcoholic beverages, and cigarettes during the trek are not included. These items can be purchased individually according to personal preference.
- Expenses related to personal trekking equipment, laundry services, gratuities (tips), telephone calls, mobile services, internet usage, walkie-talkies, satellite phone usage, and other personal communication services are not included in the package.
- Trekking in the Himalayas is an adventurous activity conducted in remote mountain regions. For your safety, all participants must obtain comprehensive travel insurance before arriving in Nepal. The insurance policy should cover emergency helicopter evacuation, medical treatment, hospitalization, and other related expenses.
- International airfare to and from Nepal and the Nepal tourist visa fee are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the traveler.
- Any additional expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, including natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, flight delays or cancellations, and changes in government regulations, are not included in the package cost.
- Costs associated with additional staff or services requested beyond those specified in the package are not included and will be charged separately.
- Any services not specifically listed under the "Package Includes" section will be considered additional services and will incur extra charges.
- Tipping is not included in the package price. Tipping guides, porters, and support staff is a customary practice in Nepal's trekking industry and is greatly appreciated as recognition of their hard work and service. The amount is entirely at the discretion of the client.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu
On your arrival day, we'll greet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and drop you off at the hotel. We advise resting and preparing for your journey for a half-day. We will meet at our office in Thamel and help you with the final preparations for the trek.
Day 2 - Expedition Preparation & Briefings
Preparation, Briefings at Departments of Tourism, Last-minute shopping
Day 3 - Flight to Lukla (2840m/ 9318ft) & Trek to Phakding (2610m/ 8563ft, 4hrs)
Option I: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding (2650m/ 8694ft, 04 hrs); lodge accommodation
Option II: Drive from Kathmandu to Ramechhap, Flight from Manthali to Lukla, trek to Phakding (2800m, approx-4 hrs). Lodge accommodation
Day 4 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/ 11286ft, 6hrs)
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar through colorful Khumbu villages (3440m/ 11286ft, 06hrs); Lodge accommodation
Day 5 - Rest day for acclimatization and hike to famous Everest View Hotel(3800m/12487ft, 3hrs)
Rest-day for acclimatization; you will be hike to famous Everest View Hotel (3800m/ 12487ft, 3hrs) to catch a glimpse of Everest; explore Hilary and Sherpa museum at Namche in the evening with slide show program.
Day 6 - Trek to Tyangboche (3850m/ 12631ft, 06hrs)
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3850m/ 12631ft, 05-06 hrs); visit significant Buddhist monastery; lodge accommodation
Day 7 - Trek to Dingboche (4350m/ 14271ft, 4hrs)
Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4350m/ 14271ft, 4hrs) about 4-5hrs; catch glimpses of Ama Dablam and Lhotse; lodge accommodation
Day 8 - Acclimatization and Hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5083 m) 4 hrs
Acclimatization in Dingboche (4350m/ 14271ft) hiking up to Nangkartshang Peak (5083 m)
Day 9 - Trek to Lobuche (5018m/ 16463ft, 4-5hrs)
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (5018m/ 16463ft, 4-5hrs); lodge accommodation
Day 10 - Trek to Everest Base Camp Trek (5200m/17060ft, 2hrs)
Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base camp (5200m/17060, 2hrs)
Day 11-39 - Mt. Nuptse Summit Climb (7,864 m/ 25,801 ft)
Climbing period Summit Nuptse (7,864 m/ 25,801 ft)
Day 40 - Descend to Pangboche (3800m/ 14271ft, 4hrs)
Preparation for return, trek from Everest base camp to Pangboche (3,985 m/ 13,074ft, 4hrs), lodge accommodation
Day 41 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/ 11286ft, 04hrs)
Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440m/ 11286ft, 04hrs) lodge accommodation.
Day 42 - Trek to Lukla (2840m/ 9317ft,7hrs)
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2840m/ 9317ft,7hrs) lodge accommodation
Day 43 - Fly Back to Kathmandu (1350m/ 4430ft, 35mins)
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu (1350m/ 4430ft); 35minutes, transfer to hotel
Option II: Option II Fly from Lukla to Ramechhap to drive Kathmandu, transfer to hotel
Day 44 - Leisure Day & Farewell Dinner
Leisure Day& shopping in Kathmandu; Farewell celebration dinner with culture program in the evening.
Day 45 - Final Departure
Drop at the airport for final departure. (service: Airport drop service )
Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
Climbers may choose the Mount Everest for fame that comes with standing on the highest point on Earth. In contrast, an expedition to Mount Nuptse is a journey of self-discovery and something profoundly personal where you challenge technically at extreme altitude. Climbing Nuptse is not about commercial success, but about true mountaineering and tests competence not endurance. It is about skill, not height.
Nuptse climbing gives prestige among mountaineers, and provides authentic high-altitude mountaineering experience. Mt. Nuptse is indeed harder than Mt. Everest in the upper slope, and summiting Nuptse gives a deep sense of personal achievement.
Climbing Mount Nuptse requires power of high endurance, both mental and physical skills and strength. Practically for the success and safety, your previous experiences in rock climbing, snow and ice climbing or even high-altitude climbing experiences in the Himalayas is required.
Without previous experiences you can opt for our Guided Nuptse Expedition which is operated with the help of world-class Sherpa with your strong mental/physical preparation and trainings. These may include high VO2 max; strong legs, core, and shoulder; decision-making in extreme situations; strong emotional intelligence and judgements; and the positive mindset. But, still previous experience is expected.
Climbing Nuptse successfully is no easy feat. There are many components that can determine the success or failure of your expedition. Here, we list some noteworthy components based on our experience so you can prepare yourself for the success accordingly.
- Personal physical and mental fitness as well as previous climbing experiences
- Personal climbing Equipment
- Weather conditions and Timing
- Personal climbing Sherpa guide and their experiences
- Local operator’s ability and experiences as well as enough resource management
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