Mt Cho Oyu Expedition

Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
At the airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Hotel. Your kit bag containing a sleeping bag, down jacket will be issued upon arrival and individual equipment/gear checks will be held during the afternoon. A pre-trek briefing will be held at evening and is a great opportunity to get acquainted with your fellow group members before heading out to dinner.
Day 02 - 05: Preparation for expedition
There will be time for us to explore the bazaars, shops, and monasteries of this fascinating city in during these days. The expedition leader will also examine everyone's climbing equipment so that any shortfalls can be purchased in Kathmandu. Chinese Visas allowing entry to Tibet will also be issued by the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu.
Day 06: Kathmandu to Zhangmu (2300m)-123Kms
After breakfast at your hotel in Kathmandu, you will depart for early morning drive (Approx. 5 hours) to Kodari (1873m). After completing immigration and custom formalities drive up the hill to Zhangmu (2300m). This is the Tibetan border town. The Tibetan Guide will meet the Group on arrival at the check post and we drive further road climbs and climbs to Nyalam for overnight. On the way, you will see a fantastic view of the deep valley with some overflowing waterfalls.
Day 07: Zhangmu (2300m) to Nyalam (3750m)
Today after breakfast we drive to Nyalam. After reaching Nyalam we have a full day to rest. Overnight.
Day 08: Rest day for acclimatization
This day for you good acclimatization day at Nyalam and enjoy your day. This is most necessary to take one day in Nyalam for your good acclimatization and safety.
Day 09: Nyalam to Tingri (4390m) -147 Km
Drive (Approx. 5-6 hours) to Tingri crossing two spectacular passes. Nyalam pass (3800m) and Lalung La pass (5082m). This drive provides a fabulous view of the high mountains including, Mount Everest (8848m) Jugal Himal, Mt. Makalu (8464m) and more. Overnight in Tingri.
Day 10: Arrive at Chinese base camp
We complete the drive to the road-head and to the Chinese base camp. Leaving Xegar, we turn south along the bumpy track that leads to the road-head below Cho Oyu.
Day 11: Organization at Chinese base camp
This will be an important day in order to sort out all loads for the yak carry. In the afternoon, our yaks arrive ready to make the carry on the first leg to base camp tomorrow.
Day 12 - 15: Trek to Cho Oyu base camp
With yaks carrying the expedition's supplies, we trek up the long valley to base camp. We spend 3 nights at intermediate camps at 5,200 and 5,450 meters before continuing to base camp. The benefit of our acclimatization camp will be much appreciated when we finally occupy base camp, our home for the duration of the climb. We move into base camp early on day 15 and spend the afternoon organizing climbing equipment for use on the mountain.
Day 16 - 40: Climbing the north-west face of Cho Oyu
On the first day, we make our initial, tentative excursion and exploration of the lower part of the mountain. The aim will be to get as high as possible in order to have a good look at the route and the conditions on the mountain. We do not carry loads and we aim to return to base camp for the evening. As we gain in strength and acclimatization, we climb higher on the mountain with the aim of reaching and sleeping at both camp 1 and camp 2. This will give us ideal preparation for the final part of the climb. The summit bids follow a good period of rest at base camp during which time the Sherpa's complete the task of establishing the high camp at 7,400 meters. On day 40, all climbers should be back at base camp with the mountain stripped of equipment. Packing-up base camp is always time-consuming and everyone will need to help to ensure that we leave no trace of our passing. If we are successful in climbing the mountain early then we will leave base camp early. We can head back to Kathmandu as soon as everyone has made a determined summit climb but past experience has shown that we will need all of the days allotted unless the conditions on the mountain are exceptionally good and everyone acclimatizes exceptionally well.
Day 41: Return trek to road-head
We will make the return trek to the road-head with yaks carrying our equipment. Our road transport will be waiting for us. We spend our last night in tents.
Day 42: Drive to Zhangmu
Although with a good road and no snow blocking the passes, it is possible to drive to Kathmandu in 7 to 9 hours, we have planned on 2 days in case of delays. On the first day we will aim to drive to Zhangmu and overnight.
Day 43: Zhangmu to Kathmandu 
This morning few kilometers drive away from Zhangmu to Friendship Bridge across Bhote Koshi River brings you closer to Immigration Control in Kodari where we will say good bye to your Tibetan guide and driver and walk across the river to meet Nepalese escort to drive to Kathmandu. After 4- 5 hours of driving you finally arrive in Kathmandu, remaining time rest and relax at the hotel.
Day 44: Leisure at Kathmandu
This pleasant day you may have the full day at leisure at your own or can extend your extra trip with us on additional cost or time to explore the Thamel for last day shopping and evening company will meet you for the farewell dinner.
Day 45: Departure from Kathmandu
Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until your departure flight/drive or to commence any extra trips or activities you may have booked with us. If departing, you'll be transferred to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards 
 

Dates and Cost

Note : Set your own departure date if you have a group size of 2 packs or more.

Cost Included:

• Airport Pick Up & Drop Services
• Trip Briefing & Information: We provide you Eco-friendly Trekking file consisting broad trip information and  introduce with your Climbing guide at the time of remaining payment of the trip price after your arrival
• Sight-Seeing at Kathmandu
• Accommodations & Meals:(All twin sharing basis) (Single room also served with extra charge)
• Flight / Transportation All domestic airfares as per the Itinerary
• Climbing/Trekking permit: All necessary Trekking permit & TIMS card
• National Park Fare: All necessary National Park entrance fee
• First Aid: Medical kit box during the trip
• Climbing/Trekking Equipment: Duffel Bag, T-shirt, Down jacket and four seasonal sleeping bags (which needs to be returned after the trek), Altitude Chamber: Portable Altitude Chamber on request
• Certificate: Trek Planner adventure certificate 
• Others: All applicable government and local taxes as per the itinerary

Cost Excluded:

• Visa: Nepal entry visa fee
• Airfare: International Airfares
• Meals: Lunch & Dinner in KTM: Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu is excluded (Except welcome & farewell dinner)
• Drinks: All cold drinks and any beverages are not included on the trip price.  Drinking water is not included in the trip price
• Insurance: You have to make your travel & rescue insurance by yourself before leave for travel
• Trekking Equipment: You have to arrange your personal trekking equipment such as trekking poles, water bottle etc… by yourself (see our equipment list)
• Tipping: Tips for driver, guides, and porters are not included in the cost
• Others: Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters. 
• Hot Shower in during the trekking period is not included
• Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control
• Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
   

Passport and Visas:
First, be sure you have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date.  You can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or up on arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days till date.

Get the required visa for Nepal.
You can get Nepal visa prior to arrival from the Nepalese Embassy at your home country. Likewise, you can easily get an up on arrival visa at Kathmandu airport and other different borders from Nepal. This is for those who travel from India and Tibet. For more information and download please visit Nepal Visa Information.

Bring Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passport sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal. For detail information, we request you to visit our visa page.

Money & Credit card Info
We find that most of the credit card, master and visa card is blocked from your card provider. It may be because of a security reason. It, sometimes, may bring you in problematic situation that you can't get money from ATMs and that you find difficult to pay for your treks and tour. To find yourself free from this problem, you can call your card provider before you travel to Nepal and inform there that you are traveling to Nepal. Ensure them to give the authorization for the payment. In Nepal, you have to pay 3.5 % credit card commission s per Nepal Bank rules, on top of your payable amount for the trek cost.  So, please be sure that you bring some cash in USD to pay us. Likewise, be sure you have brought some small amount for your daily expenses as well as for those items which are not included in our cost. We request you not to change money in the Airport. The exchange rate is very low there. Our office provides you with the facility to change your money. Or, you can take help from Money Changers in Thamel.

Travel Insurance:
Our clients must have comprehensive travel insurance package. Their insurance must cover against medical, personal accident, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, lost of gears, natural calamity, theft of or damage to baggage etc.

Who can trek?
No special degree of fitness is required and that there is no age barrier. However, in the areas over 3000m altitude, extra care should be taken. One can trek who have strong legs and the spirit for adventure to explore the exotic will enjoy the thrills of trekking in the hills of Nepal. Normally, for weary trekkers we have a list of short, easy and exotic treks and for the experienced trekkers we offer a longer trek with lots of excitement and adventure. We encourage all men and women, families, students and professionals around the world to enjoy the enchanting trekking in Nepal. You can join us as an individual team member or with your own group. We commit to arrange a best trekking that delights you in the Nepal Himalayas. If you can have fun walking for 3-6 hours up and down hills to Nepal, pack your luggage and join us for an exhilarating and unforgettable journey. All the necessary things for your trekking will be arranged by us. What you can do is to enjoy the beautiful scenery and magnificent view of Nepal Himalayas.

Clothing and Equipment for Traveling in Nepal
Trekking in the Himalayas needs the arrangement of equipment as you have to find yourself comfortable at higher altitude. The basic clothing item that you are expected to be prepared with are well described here. Remember that excess baggage is likely to be a burden for yourself and your supporting staff. "Pack light, but pack right", is our motto. This will allow you to enjoy a comfortable journey with your energies and enthusiastic zeal focused on the exploration of this enchanting Nepal scenic beauty. Please visit here for

Clothing and Equipment list.
Buying and Renting Equipment in Kathmandu
It is not really necessary to spend a large amount of money buying extra equipment and clothing prior to your trip. It is because most of the trekking equipment can be hired from many adventure shops within Kathmandu. Most of the gear is locally manufactured (hence a lot cheaper). Some Chinese gear is likely to be more expensive but qualitative. Sleeping bag and down jacket are easily rented. Each item can be rented for less than USD 1, for a day. You have to manage other items buying them yourself. However, these items are more likely to be cheaper than those in your hometown. We will arrange all the necessary items you need on the second day of your arrival. 

Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you to take a vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies etc, it is not really must but recommended.

How to Book
While you chose which trip you wanted to go with, contact us to our head office Thamel Kathmandu Nepal by mail or phone, email is more easy and clear options, as soon as we get your email or call we will process for your booking. We need 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through the Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card) or through online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions or others. After we get the 20% amount we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid up on arrival in Kathmandu.