Mt. Nuptse Expedition - Mount Nuptse mountaineering information 54 Days
Mt. Nuptse (7855m) beautiful mountain peak in Nepal situated in the Khumbu Himal just south-west of Mount Everest. Mount Nuptse was first ascended by British national-Dennis Davis and Nepali national- Sherpa Tashi on the north-ridge (Scott-route) on May 16, 1961. Mount Nuptse expedition emerge as a massive wall guarding Mount Everest when it is viewed from the Thangboche Monastery. The name 'Nup-tse' is originated from the Tibetan language meaning ''west-peak''. The main ridge, Lhotse-Nuptse massive is joint to Lhotse by a 7556m high saddle made up of 7 peaks and goes west-northwest. Nuptse's south-face is 2500m high and 5 kilometers wide. The west-face of the peak is dropped down more than 2300m to the Khumbu-glacier. The main summit received only two visits till September 1996. Slovenian climbing legend Janez Jeglic and fellow countrymen Tomaz Humar ascended Nuptse's 8000 foot West Face in October 1997. The dramatic south face with 7000 feet of vertical relief boasts the South Pillar. Since Mount Nuptse expedition has been open numerous mountaineers successfully summit this peak. Mt. Nuptse expedition commence from Lukla after 35 minutes mountain flight from Kathmandu.
- Trip Itinerary
- Required Equipments
- Cost, Includes & Excludes
- Tailor Made Trip
Mt.Nupste Expedition Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathamndu 1334m, transfer to hotel Mt. Nuptse Expedition briefing with officially arrangements. Overnight at kathmandu..
Day 02: After breakfast, excursion around Kathmandu valley, Leisure time in Kathmandu. overnight at Kathamndu
Day 04: After breakfast, excursion around Kathmandu valley, our representative will procedure for Mount Nuptse expedition permit and preparation for Mount Nuptse . overnight at Kathamndu
Day 05: Fly to Lukla (2800m) and trek to Phakding (2640m). Overnight at
Day 06: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3446m). Overnight in lodge.
Day 07: Trek to Khumjung (3790m). Overnight at
Day 08: Khumjung, acclimatization day.
Day 09: Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3867m). Overnight in lodge.
Day 10: Trek to Dingboche (4347m). Overnight in lodge.
Day 11: Trek to Lobuche (4900m). Overnight at.
Day 12: Lobuche, acclimatization day.
Day 13: Trek to Base Camp.
Day 14-46: Climbing Period Mt. Nuptse.
Day 47: Cleaning up Base Camp.
Day 48: Trek to Dingboche. Overnight in lodge.
Day 49: Trek to Khumjung.
Day 50: Trek to Phakding.
Day 51: Trek to Lukla. Overnight in lodge.
Day 52: Fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel.
Day 53: After breakfast, HJT tour guide will take to you historical monuments sightseeing around Kathmandu valley such as Boudhhanath : visit Bodhnath Stupa, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world, where we observe Buddhist monks in prayer in the monasteries surrounding the stupa than visit Pashupatinath: the most famous Hindu temple in the country, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Here you see Hindu holy men (sadhus) meditating, pilgrims bathing and occasionally funeral pyres burning on the ghats. Kathmandu durbar square: you will enjoy with different Hindus Temple, Goddes Kumari, legend of kathmadu valley and in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese restaurant. Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 54: After breakfast, relaxing or shopping with own activities than Himalaya Journey Treks & expedition airport representative will drop to you Kathmandu international airport for onward destination.
Expedition Equipments
Climbing Gear
- Alpine climbing harness Must have adjustable leg loops and fit over all clothing
- 2 locking carabiners Large, pear-shaped carabiner is best, screw gate type recommended
- 3 regular carabiners Light weight BD Hot wire are recommended
- Ice axe w/leash Light weight (ie Grivel Air tech, Black Diamond Raven, or Charlet Moser Snow Walker) Under 5’7” use 60cm, 5’7”- 6’2” use 65cm, over 6’2” use 70cm
- Plastic Mountaineering boots (Koflach Degree, Lowa Civetta, or Scarpa Alpha) or Leather Double Mountaineering boots (i.e. La Sportiva Olympic Mons, Boreal GI or equivalent, must be mountaineering/crampon compatible)
- Crampons Must be fit to plastic boots prior to trip, new-matic type recommended, include a simple repair kit (i.e. Grivel G12, Black Diamond Contact, or Charlet Moser Super 12)
- Adjustable trekking poles
- Belay\ rappel device (Figure 8 preferred)
Upper Body
- 2 cotton t-shirts
- 1 polypropylene t-shirt
- 2 long sleeve polypropylene shirt Lightweight, light colored for sunny days.
- 2 women sports bras Synthetic, no cotton!
- 1 soft shells Marmot Dri-clime Wind Shirt, Patagonia Stretch Zephur or Krushell Jacket (R2 pullover acceptable).
- Down/synthetic sweater or vest Patagonia Puffball Jacket or Sweater preferred, R4 Jacket acceptable.
- Hard Shell jacket with hood Waterproof and breathable. Gore-Tex or equivalent is best, roomy enough to fit over multiple layers.
- 1 expedition down parka with hood. This is probably your most important piece of clothing! It is important that your jacket is 700+ fill down, baffle construction (not sewn through seams) and has a thick insulated hood.
Hand wear :
We require two systems; one glove system for lower on the mountain and a mitten overmitt system for the cold temperatures encountered on summit day.
- 2 pair liner gloves Thin wool or polypropylene
- 1 pair warm gloves Fleece or wool
- 1 pair expedition shell gloves
- 1 pair modular expedition shell mitts. OR Pro Mitts If they do not have wrist straps consider sewing one on so that you can either attach it to your jacket or cinch the strap to your wrist so that you do not loose your mittens in high winds.
Head gear
- Warm hat wool or synthetic that cover your ears.
- Balaclava
- Face mask
- Shade hat or baseball cap
- Glacier glasses 100% UV protection with side shields and a hard-sided storage case (i.e. Julbo or Cebe)*.
- 1 pair extra sunglasses (Also with UV protection in case your 1st pair breaks)
- 1 ski goggles with UV protection *
If you require prescription glacier glasses, you get your lenses modified to your prescription. Julbo Sherpas glacier glasses works great for prescription lenses. Send the glasses to Opticus along with your PD number with your order. Their number is 1-800-870-5557 get these with your prescription
Lower Body
- 4 pair of liner socks. Polypropylene or Capilene
- 3 pair light weight trekking socks
- 2 pair med-heavy wool socks check boot fit with liner and wool socks on
- 1 pair nylon shorts
- 1 pair nylon pants for trekking and around camp
- 2 pair lightweight long underwear bottoms
- 1 pair fleece pants w/ side zipper or “puff-ball pants”
- 1 pair soft shell pants. . (i.e., Patagonia Guide pants or OR Granite Pants. Schoeller fabrics)
- 1 pair of hard shell pants. Waterproof/breathable with full side zips, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best.
- 1 pair gaiters Make sure they will fit over plastic boots. (OR Crocodiles or equivalent)
- 1 pair down booties (optional)
- 1 pair trail shoes for the hike to base camp and use at camp.
- 1 pair sandals or tennis shoes for Kathmandu and in camp.
All clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large plastic bags
Pack
- 1 light weight internal frame pack (approx 4,000 cubic inches)
- 1 daypack is optional for the approach hike, possible use on summit day and carry-on pack. If you plan to use it for your summit pack it must be large enough for your down jacket, misc. clothes, food and water. The Lowe Alpine Neutrino or Black Diamond Speed 28 are excellent, lightweight (16 oz.) choices.
- 1 large (7,500+cu.in.) duffel bag for gear, must be durable for use on pack animals, one can be used for storing belongings in Mendoza or Punta del Inca that are not used on the climb
- small padlock for duffel bag
- 1 small duffel bag for luggage storage in Kathmandu
Sleeping gear
- 1 down sleeping bag rated to -10 F (Gore Dryloft or similar fabric helps protect down and dark colors speed drying time)
- Sleeping pad full length closed cell foam (mandatory) and/or ? length Therma-Rest for extra warmth and comfort
Misc.
- 1 first-aid kit with ibuprofen and any other doctor recommended medications
- Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck
- Sunscreen. At least SPF 40
- Headlamp. Petzl Myobelt 3 or Black Diamond Polar Star
- 3 Water bottles 1 liter wide-mouth Nalgene (1 is a pee bottle).
- Hydration bladder with drinking tube for lower mountain-(optional).
- 1 water bottle insulator
- Plastic mug w/snap-on lid, 16 oz. or larger.
- Bowl and spoon Plastic, small Tupperware works well. Lexan spoons are best.
- Pocket knife small Swiss-army type.
- Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
- Toiletry kit. Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag.
- 3-4 Large plastic bags, for keeping miscellaneous gear dry
- Nylon stuff sacks For food and gear storage (OR has a good selection); large Ziplocs are useful also
- Bandana
- Camp towel
- Ear plugs
- Hand wipes
- 1 small stainless steel thermos (optional)
- Favorite snack foods (no more than 2 pounds)
- Paperback books, cards, Walkman, etc.
- Binoculars (optional for viewing the route from the lower camps)
- Camera 1 light weight point & shoot on the mountain, 1 large SLR type is optional for the trek in and base camp
- Fanny pack or wallet for travel documents, money & passport
- Passport and passport photos
- Airline
About trip cost:
Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition arrange individual to large group as per demand either private or group join basis, with family or friends, Club, school, college, university, film shooting group and all the package trip price determined by group size. For more details please write us an e-mail.
Benefit /Advantage for Group Travelers:
HJT has mutual benefit for travelers who might have time travel in off season or traveling with groups as below mentioned discount offers:
Discount offer for Group leaders/ Travel operator:
- If you manage 5-9 people in a group will get 50 USD discount per person in total trip cost
- If you manage 10-15 people in a group will get 75 USD discount per person in total trip cost & group leader will get free trip
- If you manage 15- 24 people in a group will get 100 USD discount per person in total trip cost & group leader will get free trip
Discount offer for Winter & monsoon season:
- If you plan to travel in winter & monsoon season will get will get 75 USD discount per person in total trip cost. Similarly will get discount for group travelers & leader as benefit /advantage for Group travelers mentioned.
Cost, Includes and Excludes
Tailor made trip:
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