Cho Oyu with Adventure Consultants

Cho Oyu, the sixth-highest mountain in the world, is widely regarded as one of the more accessible 8,000-metre objectives. It still demands strong fitness, solid glacier travel skills and good judgment at altitude. Climbers often choose it as their first experience above 8,000 metres. Others treat it as a standalone high-altitude goal. Many use it as preparation for more complex peaks such as Everest. The expedition begins with time in Lhasa, giving climbers a chance to acclimatise while exploring the cultural heart of Tibet. The Potala Palace, local monasteries and the city’s vibrant streets offer a memorable start to the journey. From Lhasa, the team travels overland across the Tibetan Plateau toward the Himalaya. A short approach walk leads to Base Camp, set in a broad valley below the mountain. The climbing route follows a logical and direct line. It links broad snow slopes and gentle glacial features with only a few short, steeper steps. These sections add interest without creating excessive technical difficulty. The progression through the camps allows steady altitude gain while keeping daily distances manageable. The final summit push follows a long, rising snow slope that leads directly toward the summit plateau, giving climbers a clear and rewarding high-altitude ascent.