TRIP FACT
Elevation:7,161m (27,494ft)
Location:Nepal/Tibet border
Coordinates:28°00′53″ N 86°49′41″ E
First Ascent:Gerhard Lenser (Swiss), 1962
Climbing Season:Late spring
Expd duration:44 days (typically)
Climbing duration:27 days (typically)
Group Size:02-15 person per Group
Pumori Expedition (7161m.)
About Mt. Pumori:
The most popular mountain for those who wish to climb 7000m peaks in the Himalayas of Nepal is Mt. Pumori (7161m). Mt. Pumori is situated in Khumbu region with the pyramid shaped and stunningly looking Peak 8km west of Mount Everest along Nepal-Tibet Border. Mt. Pumori dominates the skyline behind Kalapatther 5643m, which looks like a clump of rock on Pumori Southwest ridge. Pumori Expedition proves an ideal preparation for those aspiring for the more technical 8000m peaks including the Mt Everest. The peak was named "Pumori" by George Leigh Mallory, apparently means "Unmarried Daughter" in the Sherpa language. The best season to explore this stunning peak is September to November and March to May.
Mt. Pumori Expedition:
Mt. Pumori is first ascended in 1964 by a German Swiss expedition team. Although a 7,000er, Mt. Pumoriis technically challenging mountain offering sections of wild exposure requiring climbers to have previousmountaineering experience and with excellent physical fitness level. Mt. Pumori Expedition is rewarded with stunning photographic views of snowy mountains including Mt. Lhotse and Mt. Everest.
The climb to Pumori is very popular and coveted as introductory qualifying climb for Everest by many operators. Whatever your reason to climb it is a fun and reasonably straightforward and accessible climb with relatively low objective danger. It is also a very nice introduction to climbing in Khumbu region and a funny way to do Everest Base Camp trek with 7000m peak climb which is easy, quick and non-cumbersome acclimatization process. We arrange both the logistic support and guided climbing forPumori expedition. Climbing Pumori requires a moderate technical climb on ice and snow. The normal route for the climbing is South East Ridge.
Expedition Routes:
- Our plan is to attempt a summit via the Standard Route on the South East Ridge, a grade 3 snows and ice climb that requires a good understanding of alpine climbing techniques and familiarity with the effects of high altitude.
- We take the classic route along the South-East Ridge. Generally three camps are set up above the base camp. The Base camp will be set up at 5300m. Climb through the glaciers for approx. 4 hours and reach Camp 1 at 5700m.
- From Camp 1, we climb the face with 40-60 degrees slope and pass through a snow wall to reach camp 2 at 6200m.
- From camp 2, climb through ice walls and crevasses to reach Camp 3 at 6480m. Passing through crevasses, climb up to Pumori cliff and then to the summit.
Itinerary
Day 01:Arrival and Transfer
This day is your arrival date. We welcome and receive you in Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and transfer you to the Hotel for overnight accommodation as booked. (1300M)
Day 02:Preparation and Briefing for Departure to Everest Region
This day we are busy for briefing about expedition, documentation and last minute shopping and preparation for departure to the trekking and climbing route. You will be kept in get set position.
Day 03:Kathmandu-Lukla Scenic Flight and short trek
Today you fly to Lukla from Kathmandu at early morning, take breakfast in Lukla and Trek (4hrs) to Phakding (2652m) where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 04:Phakding to Namche Bazaar Trek.
Today you trek (6hrs) from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) through colorful Khumbu villages where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 05:Rest day for acclimatization
Today is the rest day but you may hike to famous Everest View Hotel (3800m) (3hrs) to catch a glimpse of Mt. Everest and back to Namche visit Hilary and Sherpa museum. You get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 06:Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche Trek
Today you trek (5hrs) from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3850m) visit significant Buddhist monastery lodge accommodation where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 07:Tyangboche to Dingboche Trek
Today you trek (4-5hrs) from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4350m) catch glimpses of Lhotse and Ama Dablam where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 08:Dingboche to Lobuche Trek
Today you trek (4hrs) from Dingboche to Lobuche (5018m) where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 09:Rest for acclimatization at Lobuche
Today is the day for rest and acclimatization at Lobuche for further trekking.
Day 10:Lobuche to Gorakshep Trek
Today you trek (3hrs) from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5170m) where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 11:Gorakshep to Pumori Base camp Trek.
Today you trek (2hrs) from Gorakshep to Lhotse Base camp (5200m). You will have preparation for tented camping in Base camp for further expedition. Here you get full board services.
Day 12-30:Pumori Summit Climbing Period
These days are the major climbing days for you to ascend the summit of most awaited Mt. Pumori. After some day’s acclimatization and exercise you will be taken to the higher camp to be closer to the summit of (7.161m) where you will be provided food for high altitude. We are allowed to trek from lower to upper camp or vice versa for more practice and acclimatization. Finally we wish for your success to reach in the summit. Here you get full board service with tented camp accommodation.
Day 31:Trek down from base camp via Lobuche to Dingboche
After a successful summit of Mt. Pumori (hopefully), you will be taken back to Dingboche (4260m) via Lobuche (5218) from Everest Base Camp where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 32:Dingboche to Tyangboche trek
You are descending toward Tyangboche (3860m) by trek (4hrs) from Dingboche on this day where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 33:Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar Trek
From Tyangboche you are descending down to Namche bazaar (3440m) after 4 hrs trek where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 34:Namche Bazaar to Lukla Trek.
Today is your last day for Trek (7hrs) from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2840m) where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis.
Day 35:Fly Back to Kathmandu.
Today you fly from Lukla to Kathmandu same about 35 minute and we transfer to your booked Hotel with BB Plan accommodation.
Day 36:The Leisure day and sightseeing
This day we take you for sightseeing in and around Kathmandu (Hanumandhoka Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath, and Pashupatinath) and Farewell-Celebration dinner with local typical cultural experience in Restaurant.
Day 37:Transfer for Final Departure
This is the day that we are really missing you. We transfer you to the airport or any port for final departure or alternatively join other activities.
Note:
- The above itinerary is a guideline and standard suggested pattern chosen by majority of our customers. Your final itinerary will be customized according to your available time and requirements.
- The final itinerary duration and schedule may be reduced or extended depending on your time, budget, your fitness, class of service or any other preferences. The quote will be provided for you initial requirements and can be adjusted with mutual agreement should you require modifying these requirements.
