Climb to the North Col of  Everest in the footsteps of Mallory and Irvine.

Background
This expedition provides a tremendous opportunity to sample the delights of Tibet and the Himalaya including time in Lhasa and Kathmandu. We approach Base Camp by travelling along the old Silk Road from Kathmandu, returning via Lhasa and its many Monasteries.The ascent from Base Camp follows in the historic footsteps of Mallory and Irvine, snaking its way up the East Rongbuk Glacier between the many ice pinnacles to Advance Base Camp from where we launch our summit bid.

The North Col takes you far beyond the normal Base Camp trek. Depending upon the time of year, you will be able to witness summit teams, including ours, preparing for the next step of their adventure. Ultimately, you will reach a vantage point high up on the North Col, with the most spectacular views of Everest and its imposing North Face. Here you are about one vertical mile directly below Everest’s inspiring windswept summit.

Lhakpa Ri Extension
t is possible to extend this expedition in order to climb Lhakpa Ri as well as the North Col, in which case we would extend the trip by 3 days (see cost below).

Lhakpa Ri, although tough on the lungs is arguably the most ‘climbable’ 7000m peak in the world, whilst giving the most awesome views of the mighty Everest. This exciting expedition will ideally suit those who have climbed, for example, Kilimanjaro, Elbrus or Mera Peak and provides a far better chance of success than, say, attaining the summit of Aconcagua. The summit provides tremendous views of Makalu, Cho Oyu, Shishapangma, Lhotse and, of course, Everest and the enormous Kangshung face.

Level of support
This is a fully supported expedition led by one of our experienced British leaders and support staff. Our regular team of climbing Sherpas will also be on hand for assistance and catering. Equipment is carried to ABC by Yaks.