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Cho Oyu
Altitude 8201m, Duration 43 days, Grade 4D (grades)
Background
Cho Oyu is the sixth highest mountain in the world and, even though it is regarded as a technically straightforward 8000m peak, its altitude is a serious undertaking and requires careful preparation and a high level of fitness. It is said that Cho Oyu means ‘Goddess of Turquoise’, as its stark shadows appear this colour in the light of the setting sun when viewed from Tibet. This mountain is a vast bulk of sweeping snow slopes and clean glaciated lines; a most noble and impressive first 8000m peak.
The elegant North West face of Cho Oyu brings us up fairly easy angled 30 degree snow slopes. There is one steep serac barrier to negotiate at 6800m. Where necessary, fixed lines will be placed to aid us on steeper sections. Following our acclimatisation walks in Nylam and Tingri, we will arrive at the Chinese Base Camp where we begin our exciting preparations to move up to Base Camp at 5700m via an Intermediate Camp at around 5400m, to aid acclimatisation.
Camp 1 (6400m) is reached in 4-6 hours via an initial walk up the Gyabrag Glacier, up a steep scree to a broad snow shoulder and our first high camp.
Camp 2 (7100m) we follow the snow ridge out of Camp 1 to a steep 50 metre ice wall, which provides us with our most challenging climb on this route. To make this ascent safe we use fixed ropes.
Camp 3 (7500m) we are now on easier ground and we reach our third camp in around four hours. At this altitude there is a tremendous sense of effort to gain further height.
Summit Day: It takes 6-9 hours to attain Cho Oyu’s grand summit plateau. The route takes us over moderately easy snow and rock; it is now only the weather and altitude that can stand in our way of conquering this grand 8000m peak.
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Dates and Cost
| Start date | End Date | Days | Price* | Availability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21st Apr 2012 | 2nd Jun 2012 | 43 | £ 7500.00 | Places available Guaranteed to run | Book Now |
| 1st Sep 2012 | 13th Oct 2012 | 43 | £ 7950.00 | Places available Guaranteed to run | Book Now |
| 20th Apr 2013 | 1st Jun 2013 | 43 | £ 7950.00 | Places available | Book Now |
| 31st Aug 2013 | 12th Oct 2013 | 43 | £ 7995.00 | Places available | Book Now |
- A British expedition team leader. Small groups may use a local leader.
- Permits, charges, importation taxes and levies payable to the Local Authorities in connection with the expedition.
- Food, fuel and cooking equipment whilst on the mountain.
- Hotel and other accommodation on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
- All tents and other communal equipment necessary for the climb.
- Medical safety equipment and supplies.
- Communication equipment (each member on a Grade 3B or above are normally provided with a radio whilst on the mountain and the team is often supported with a Satellite Telephone and e-mail facilities on extended expeditions at Base Camp).
- 90 - 120 litre kit bag for expedition members for UK based clients. A logoed top will be substituted for all clients residing outside of the UK and for returning clients
- 15% off the RRP on clothing and equipment purchases from Adventure Peaks shop
Outline Itinerary
| Day 1-2 | Fly to Kathmandu |
| Day 3 | Final preparations |
| Day 4 | Drive to Friendship Bridge, enter Tibet and overnight in Zhangmu |
| Day 5-6 | Drive to Nylam, acclimatisation walks |
| Day 7-8 | Drive to Tingri, acclimatisation walks |
| Day 9 | Drive to Chinese Base Camp (4900m) |
| Day 10 | Preparations |
| Day 11-13 | Trek to Base Camp via intermediate camps |
| Day 14-39 | Ascent of Cho Oyu |
| Day 40-41 | Return to Kathmandu |
| Day 42 | At leisure, evening flight |
| Day 43 | Return flight |
Adjustments/Extras
| +£1200.00 | |
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Supplemental oxygen for summit attempt |
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