Lhakpa Ri is a
great first 7000m peak in wild Tibet.
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.
 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.
North
Col Extension
It
is possible to extend this expedition in order to climb to the North Col as well as Lhakpa Ri,
in which case we would extend the trip by 3 days (see cost below).
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.
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.
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| Dates
& Cost (30 days) |
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| Sat 5 Apr - Sun 4May 08 |
£4200 |
| Sat 19 Apr - Sun 18May |
£4200 |
| Sat 6 Sep - Sun 5 Oct 08 |
£4900 |
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| Sat 4 Apr - Sun 3May 09 |
£5000 |
| Sat 18 Apr - Sun 17May 09 |
£5000 |
| Sat 5 Sep - Sun 4 Oct 09 |
£5000 |
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| Adjustments/Extras |
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| No
flight deduct |
£600 |
| Combined with ascent
of North Col add 3 days |
£200 |
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| Insurance |
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| Insurance |
£160 |
| Annual Insurance |
£170 |
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