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Mount Cho Oyu

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MOUNT CHO OYU

NEPAL / TIBET

DURATION
41 Days / 42 Nights
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Hard
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Mount Cho Oyu is the sixth-highest mountain in the world, located on the border between Nepal and Tibet (China). It stands at 8,188 meters (26,864 feet) above sea level. Cho Oyu is renowned among climbers for its relatively straightforward ascent compared to other 8,000-meter peaks, making it a popular choice for mountaineers aiming to conquer one of the world's highest summits. Despite its accessibility, it still poses significant challenges due to high altitudes and extreme weather conditions.

ITINERARY & SCHEDULE

DAY 1: Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to the hotel
DAY 2: Rest day in Kathmandu: Tibet Visa Preparation
DAY 3: Apply for Tibet Visa and Expedition Briefing
DAY 4: Rest in Kathmandu
DAY 5: Drive from Kathmandu to Timure
DAY 6: Cross the border of Nepal and drive to Kerung (1962m)
DAY 7: Drive from Kerung to Thingri (4,300m)
DAY 8: Acclimatization and preparation day in Thingri
DAY 9: Drive from Thingri to Cho Oyu Chinese Basecamp (5,100m) via Rombuk Monastery
DAY 10-11: Rest in Cho Oyu Chinese Basecamp
DAY 13: Trek from Cho-Oyu Chinese Basecamp to Intermediate Camp (5,400m)
DAY 14: Ascent from Intermediate Camp to Advanced Basecamp (5,700m)
DAY 15-35: Climbing Period [Adv. Basecamp – Cho Oyu Summit (8,188m) – Adv. Basecamp]
DAY 36: Trek from Adv. Basecamp to Chinese Basecamp
DAY 37: Drive from Chinese Basecamp to Thingri
DAY 38: Drive from Thingri to Kerung Border Day
DAY 39: Cross the border and drive to Kathmandu
DAY 40: Leisure day in Kathmandu
DAY 41: Transfer to airport for final departure

End of trip

EQUIPMENT AND TECHNICAL GEAR

  1. Backpack; 35-45 litre alpine climbing pack
  2. Duffle bag for carry by the horse
  3. Thermal top
  4. Thermal bottom
  5. Summit suit / down suit
  6. Fleece Jacket (recommended not more than 250g weight)
  7. Waterproof jacket
  8. Waterproof outer pants
  9. Trekking Pants
  10. Trekking/ Glacier Shirt
  11. Finger / Liner gloves
  12. Mountaineering gloves (waterproof)
  13. Fleece finger gloves /windstopper
  14. Technical boots (triple layer)
  15. Trekking shoes
  16. Socks – minimum 5 pairs – synthetic/wool blend sock
  17. Woollen hat/fleece hat
  18. Scarf or Bandanna or Buff (for sun protection) (recommended)
  19. Down Sleeping Bag (sleeping bag comfort rating -30c) and another sleeping bag for basecamp (rating -15c)
  20. Foam Matt /inflatable matt
  21. Helmet
  22. Glacier Glasses (sunglasses)

High quality 100% UV, 100% IR, minimum 80% light reduction.

Side shields are optional but size shape of lens should offer maximum protection from bright on snow

  1. Snow Goggles (optional)
  2. Water Bottle (1 litres) wide mouth nelgene (1 compulsory) extra will be good.
  3. Headlamp + Spare Batteries
  4. Trekking Poles
  5. Sun cream
  6. Baseball hat or sun hat (recommended)
  7. Lip balm
  8. Plate, cup & spork
  9. Pee bottle (optional)

Technical gear (depend on snow condition during the climb)

  1. Sit harness
  2. Open gate/locking carabineer 2pcs
  3. 1 meter sling
  4. Crampon
  5. Ice axe

GRADING AND FITNESS REQUIREMENT

Trek grading: Very hard and technical mountain. Climbing experience is important with minimum highest peak climb of 7000m.

Fitness: Good fitness is essential. Good technical skills. Familiar with rock climbing and repelling.  You should be able to hike for up to a week without undue difficulty, carrying a backpack weighing between 10-15kg in undulating mountain terrain with an elevation between 3000 – 5000 meter.

Go for your dream!

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