The Shisha Pangma with its breathtaking 8,027 meters of altitude belongs to the famous eight-thousanders of our world. And although it is the smallest in this group of giants, it should not be forgotten that it is still the fourteenth highest mountain in the world! The Tibetan name “Shisha Pangma” describes the view of the mountain from the north, namely “the area above the grassy plain”. Originally a much more spiritual, Indian name was used (Gosainthan) to describe this extraordinary peak, which can be translated as “place of the saints”.
The mountain giant is located in the Himalayas near the Chinese-Nepalese border, but it is the only eight-thousand-metre mountain that is completely on Chinese territory – and yet the fastest to reach from Kathmandu. Although it is not only the smallest but also one of the easier eight-thousanders, Shisha Pangma was the last one to have its first ascent, which was made by a Chinese expedition in 1964. The leader of the expedition at that time, Xu Jing, the “Master of Mountaineering”, was already deputy leader of the Everest ascent in 1960. The route chosen by his team has established itself to this day as the normal route from the northern side and leads most of the climbers to the summit.
Compared to the other giants, Shisha Pangma is regarded as rather easy to climb and is therefore of course particularly interesting for newbies above the 8,000-meter mark and as a preparation for even bigger and harder mountain giants.
Highlights:
- Objectively safe and simple eight-thousander
- Perfect preparation for bigger challenges
- 1 Sherpa per 2 participants
- IFMGA mountain guide
- High camp equipment
Day 1 - 11: Arrival and ascent to the advanced base camp at 5650m.
Day 1: Arrival and get-together at the hotel in Kathmandu
Everyone will be met at the airport and taken to the hotel, regardless of whether the journey was booked individually or not. And then we will get off to a comfortable start… check in and get to know the others while enjoying a beer on the terrace and the emerging excitement of belonging to the distinguished double expedition team.
Day 2: Free day in Kathmandu
Those who do not yet know Kathmandu will love it. Relax, shop in Thamel, enjoy the cultural program, or simply soak up the atmosphere. To each his own.
Day 3: Flight to Lahsa
We have to say good bye to Nepal for now and fly to Lhasa, the highest situated capital worldwide. Our hotel is located in the center of the city and is a good starting point to discover the different impressions of the city and smell Tibetan air for the very first time.
Day 4: Free time at your disposal
Also today there is time to visit the former residence of Dalai Lama and the countless temple and monasteries, some of them are declared as UNESCO-world heritage. It is also always nice to just drink some butter tea and watch the Tibetan every day life.
Day 5: Drive to Lhatse
Day 6: Transfer to Tingri at 4300m. The accommodation is again very simple, but the food isstill very good! From here you can already see the Cho Oyu!
Day 7: A day of rest for everyone in order to acclimatize. Again, beautiful 5000m high hill to hike. One wonders about the sheep with their shepherds, because it is even more barren here.
Day 8: You will be taken to the Chinese base camp of Shisha Pangma at 4950m.
Day 9: A day of rest in the camp for acclimatization and for organizing the loads for the yaks.
Day 10: Another cozy day of acclimatization and getting organized.
Day 11: We reach the base camp which is also at about 5650m.
Day 12 - 35: Ascent phase
Days 12-35: Enough time to set up the route and the high camp and wait for favorable weather and snow conditions that are suitable for a safe ascent.
Camps Shisha Pangma:
- Camp 1 6400m
- Camp 2 7000m
- Camp 3 7400m
Day 36 - 40: Return and return journey with farewell
Day 36: Trek to chinese basecamps (driver`s camps).
Day 37: Drive to Kyirong and time to relax Day 38: Drive to Kathmandu
Day 39: Kathmandu
Time to relax. No matter what happened the past few weeks, but we will be very happy about some good food, a cold beer and a comfortable bed.
Day 40: Individual return flight
With many exceptional memories in your luggage it’s time for the return flight.
- Organisation of the expedition
- IFMGA mountain guide
- 4 nights hotel in Kathmandu on double occupancy, single room optional
- All transfers in Nepal and Tibet (jeep / private shuttle)
- Fullboard during whole expedition (in Kathmandu only breakfast)
- Drinks at shared meals (no alcoholic drinks)
- Double occupancy during journey to the mountain
- Porter / Yak to basecamp and back (30kg personal gear / member)
- 1 tent each member in each basecamp
- 1 tent each 2 members for approach and high camps
- mat for apporach and basecamp
- High camp equipment (tent, stove, cooking gear, gas, meals)
- Fixed ropes, fixing material
- 1 Sherpa each 2 members
- Gear, Insurance and helicopter rescue for all staff members
- Medical emergency oxygen
- Emergency medicine, pulseoxymeter
- Kitchen staff
- Comfortable, heated Dome tent in basecamp, shower tent
- Satellite communication and WIFI for a fee and depending on availability
- Solar charging
- Radios
- All fees and permits
- weather forecast
- Security and warrity of an Austrian tour operator
- International Airfare to Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- personal insurance
- Visa for Nepal (available at the airport after arrival, take a passport photo!)
- Visa for China (must be obtained by members at the Chinese embassy in your home country early enough)
- Personal medicine
- Personal climbing sherpa (optional)
- Oxygen (optional)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips
- Personal climbing gear
- Sleeping bag
- High camp mat
- Fees for satellite communication
- Summit bonus for climbing sherpas
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