Pasang Lhamu Chuli (Nagpai Gosum) Expedition-49 Days

Mountain Background

Pasang Lhamu Chuli also goes by three other names: Jasumba, Cho Aui and Nagpai Gosum Peak. The first recorded summit to the peak was in 1986 by a Japanese team from the northern Tibetan side gaining the prominent North West ridge to the summit. In 2009, a Swiss team consisting of three young mountaineers reached the top of Nagpai Gosum through the southern face, which no one had climbed before. The standard route begins from with trekking from Lukla and via Namche Bazar passes through the pass Nagpa La. Nagpa La is an important route for the Tibetan refugees fleeing Tibet. The Base Camp lies on Sumna Glacier at an altitude of 5,100 meters. Mount Nagpai Gosum or the Pasang Lhamu Chuli lies in the Cho Oyu massif about six kilometers west of Mount Cho Oyu. In fact, Mount Nagpa Gosum is the highest of three 7000m-peaks in the south-western ridge of Cho Oyu (8201m). The impressive north-face of Nagpa Gosum with its white "spider" can also be seen from the Gyabrag-glacier above Cho Oyu Base Camp.

The Pasang Lhamu Chuli or Nagpa Gosum Base Camp lies on Sumna Glacier at an altitude of 5,400 meters one hour from the traditional yak caravan route from Tibe to Namche Bazar over Nangpai La. Advanced Base Camp at 5600 m at the foot West Ridge Nampa La. Two more camps will be set up as we climb higher. Camp I at 6,250m just below the second Col. Camp II at 7,100m on the snow hump. After a few pitches climbing up steep snow ridge, reach the summit made of ice pyramid with hardly enough space to stand on it. From the summit, savor the astonishingly close view of Everest and other high peaks, then rappel down and get back to Base Camp the next day.

Day to Day Expedition Itinerary

What's Included:

• Expedition permit fees
• Accommodations in Kathmandu/Lhasa
• All overnight accommodations while on the trek and climb
• Meals in Kathmandu/Lhasa and while trekking and climbing
• Group equipment for the climb
• Qualified and Experienced guides
• Experienced Climbing Sherpas
• High Altitude Climbing Sherpas
• Airport transfers
• Satellite phone service
• Oxygen (2 4-litre bottles)

What's Not Included:

• International airfare and Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)
• Personal equipments and extra services
• Tips and Bonus for Staff and guide
• Insurance and Trip cancellation
• Beverages
• Airport departure tax

Recommended Previous Experience:

Although a 7,000er, Mt. Pasang Lhamu Chuli requires both stamina and skill. Moreover, getting back from the summit is more important than getting there. The oxygen level over 7,000m is ...read more »»

Catering Arrangements:

We provide all camping equipment and gear, including tents, dining, toilet, and Kitchen tents. At base camp we have a large mess tent equipped with all necessary kitchen ...read more »»

Trekking Day

A typical trekking day starts at around 6 or 7 am. Enjoy the hearty breakfast and begin trekking. Carry your pack containing personal items you need for the day. The porters and ...read more »»

Climbing Day

The climbing itinerary may vary according to the climber’s personal experience. A climbing day involves a steady climbing for 3-4 hours in the morning. After taking lunch, rest and ...read more »»

Weather Conditions:

The springtime from March to May and the autumn months from September to November is considered the favorable weather for Mount Pasang Lhamu Chuli climbing. However, the weather conditions in ...read more »»

Leadership:

Our Pasang Lhamu Chuli expeditions are led by experienced and professional mountaineers and guides who have scaled the mountain several times supported by other crew members and all the necessary logistics for the expedition. Not only in terms of qualification, but we also make it ...read more »»

Team Composition

Team composition is important to ensure safety and comfort of the climbers. We observe high safety standards, therefore, for 2 International Climbers, we assign: HGT Accredited Climbing Leader High Altitudes Assistance Sherpa Cook Base Camp Assistance and other necessary trek crew such Porters, Yaks and Yak man Because of our high safety standards, team members would be added as per the number of international climbers.

Equipments & Check List

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Additional Information

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