Base camp equipments (tents, kitchen, dining, gear) with chef and assistant
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Basic Climbing equipment (ropes, ice axes, etc.)
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All meals
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Permits, insurance, and medical coverage for staff
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satellite phone, Solar power for light/charging available
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Emergency oxygen (extra charge)
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Individual tents at advanced base camp
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Cargo clearance, transport of supplies, and taxes
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Farewell dinner with cultural show
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Full Board Plan Services:
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Transport: Kathmandu–Pokhara flights
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Oxygen cylinders
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Mask & Regulator
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Necessary VE25 North Face High Tent
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High Altitude Climbing Sherpa
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Rescue Deposit: ~$2,500 (covered by insurance)
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Appropriate number of porters during the trekking period
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Heli for transporting the thing from Pokhar to base camp
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Base Camp Services:
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Airport transfers
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All accommodation in teahouse upto Base Camp
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Licensed guide and porters (15kg baggage) during the trek
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Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
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Packed food, snacks, drinks
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Walkie-talkies, filming permits, ice fall charges
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Tents for higher camps (I, II, III)
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Personal climbing gear and Sherpa guides
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Emergency oxygen and high-altitude food for Sherpas and clients
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Tips, gifts, and souvenirs
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Personal items, laundry, and tips, expenses for landlines, mobile, satellite phones, and Internet
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Personal trekking gear, medical kit, and clothing
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Additional expenses from unforeseen events (natural disasters, strikes, etc.)
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Rescue, medical, and hospitalisation expenses
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Medical and travel insurance, emergency evacuation
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International airfare
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Nepal visa fee (available on arrival)
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Rubbish deposit fee (if applicable)
What you can expect
Gyachung Kang stands tall at 7,952m (7.952km) and falls in fifteen ranks among the highest peaks. It is also part of the Mahalangur Himal and extends across the Nepalese and Chinese border. It has gained mountains like Mt. Everest and Mt. Cho Oyu as its neighbouring mountains. Even though it lies in between the world’s first and sixth-highest mountain, it remains less popular among travellers.
The Gyachung Kang Expedition provides a heartwarming experience to its climbers. It is an escape from the day-to-day hustle for those who want to have some adventure in their life. The summit welcomes its climbers with a majestic giant structure of snow and ice. The view is equally enchanting as it is exciting. Reaching the Gyachung Kang also offers the climbers a mesmerising view of the world’s tallest mountain, Mt.Everest, and the sixth tallest mountain, Mt. Cho Oyu. However, this expedition requires a lot of patience, courage, and professional guidance as there are various challenges that one has to go through to reach the summit.
Day 1: Arriving at a hotel in Kathmandu
Day 2: Briefing and preparation for the expedition
Day 3: Flying to Lukla then trekking to Phakding
Day 4: Trekking to Namche Bazaar
Day 5: Trekking to Khumjung
Day 6: Rest day at Khumjung to adjust in the high altitude and low temperature
Day 7: Trekking to Dole, staying in a lodge
Day 8: Trekking to Macchermo, staying in a lodge
Day 9: Trekking to Gokyo lake, staying in a lodge
Day 10: Rest day at Gokyo to adjust in the high altitude and low temperature
Day 11: Trekking to Ngozumba Tso
Day 12: Trekking to reach Gyachung Kang Basecamp
Day 13 - 43: Climbing the mountain and returning back to the base camp
Day 44: Packing and cleaning the base camp to descend back
Day 45: Trekking to Gokyo lake, staying in a resort
Day 46: Trekking back to Khumjung, staying in a resort
Day 47: Trekking back to Phakding, staying in a resort
Day 48: Trekking to Lukla, staying in a lodge
Day 49: Flying back to Kathmandu from Lukla
Day 50: Exploring Kathmandu
Day 51: Returning home