Shishapangma is the fourteenth most noteworthy peak of the world with an elevation of 8012m. This mountain is considered as one of the most straightforward 8000m mountains to climb. Shishapangma is additionally the most noteworthy peak in the Langtang Himal region. The trademark of Shishapangma is a long, steep, jagged southern face ascending more than 2000m, makes a commanding sight to all world to climb. The Nepalese name of the peak is Gosaithan signifying “The Holy Place”. The Tibetan name is Xixapangma and it implies actually “The Mountain sitting above the lush fields”. Shishapangma is just the top with the stature more than 8000m which is completely situated in Tibet.
Shishapangma was the last 8000m crest to be climbed. It is the nearest 8000m Peak for conceivable Expedition from Kathmandu even though it lies absolutely in Tibet. Hsu Ching and his ten-man Chinese climbing group in 1964 had made first fruitful Shishapangma Expedition coming to the summit through northwest face of Mt. Shishapangma and it was at long last opened to outside groups in 1980.
Shishapangma Expedition can be produced using its South and North faces. This endeavour is less demanding and less specialized also better business from Mt. Shishapangma’s North face. Because of a massif 2000m face and few testing lines the South face of Mt. Shishapangma requires a decent level of elevated climbing background. The south face course isn’t doable for the apprentices of mountain climbing. There are two separate base camps for Shishapangma Expedition. They are to be utilized for Expedition Base independently from south and North side. The entrance to both Base Camps is exceptionally advantageous by SUV from Nyalam, an extensive and quickly extending town and two long periods of climb to the Advanced Base Camp (5800 m) of Mt. Shishapangma.
- Destination : Shishapangma (8013meter) Expedition
- Group Size : Min – 2 +
- Maximum altitude : 8013meter
- Grade : Extra Hard
- Season : Spring & Autumn
- Accommodation : Camping
- Duration : 38 Days
- Entry : Kerung
- Exit : Kerung
Adventure Outdoors warmly welcome the guest at Tribhuwan International Airport Nepal with a plea card along with Tourist bus, Hiace or a Car depending on the number of Visitors. Once arrival we transfer our guest to the hotel and if the pickup is of morning we serve a hot and wonderful lunch along a pleasurable hotel service and at night dinner in the city area and monitoring the ultimate facility of our guest we provide an accommodation service.
We pick our guest from the hotel and help them to make a small tour. The half day sightseen include wonderful places around Kathmandu along few driving distance country side villages. Stay overnight at Kathmandu.
Hiking in Nepal is not easy as it requires utmost energy thus accepting challenges is necessary. We thereby help our visitors to work all the legal requirements of hiking unit and help to brief them the basic concept of Nepal tours and tourism industry.
Early morning, we take a ride from Kathmandu towards the northern border of Nepal. After a daylong ride we reach Kerung which is the boarder of Tibet autonomous region. Within the drive we see beauty of Nepal small villages and local places and upon arrival at Kerung we will transfer to hotel and stay overnight.
From Kerung we take a slow and smooth ride towards the destination. At 5-6 hours ride we reach Chinese base camp at an attitude of 5000 m. Upon arrival we visit few places near Chinese boarder and at 5000m set camp and stay overnight.
The acclimatization is necessary to take a hike. We set the base camp for 2 days of our entire journey. These day we adapt ourselves to the environment and check the health condition of our friends also arrange a Yak in advance. Since, without Yak the high trek could be very difficult with a heavy luggage so day 6 and 7 is a day to rest.
We start the trek and reach advance base camp at twilight. Set our camp at an altitude of 5,540m and rest inside camp preparing for further trek.
The voyage begins from day 9 and end at day 33 which tentatively is of 24-day trek. The trek is a complete adventure with full of challenges while at same we can view spectacular nature. Within 24 days we unceasingly walk whole day and fix our tent and stay overnight. At morning if weather is supportive we start our trek. Finally, after long and exhausting walk we reach the peak of 8,013m and cheer up the victory. On the completion of submit climbing we return down to base camp and on 33rd day we reach camp and finally sleep overnight at lower base camp.
We descend form the advance base camp unceasingly towards the Chinese Base Camp and after a long day walk reach the camp and set our camp and relax.
From Chinese base camp once again, we follow the same troll and after a few hours of ride we reach Kerung, Tibet border where we are transfer to hotel and stay overnight.
Early morning same as day 4 we take a ride from Kerung towards Kathmandu. After a daylong ride we reach Kathmandu and on arrival we are transfer to hotel where we stay overnight.
On day 37, we once again visit and shop places around Kathmandu and finally take a farewell dinner and stay overnight at Kathmandu hotel.
The day we departure from Kathmandu to our next destination
Service Included
- All airport pick-up and drop-off services
- 5 nights hotel accommodations in Kathmandu
- Personal climbing Sherpa (Experienced, Trained, Government Licensed) with equipment's
- All necessary porters to and from base camp to carry load
- All necessary permits
- All camping equipment's like camp furniture, kitchenware, dining tents, guest tents, mountain tent, table and chairs, gas heater, generator, etc.
- Provisions for climbing equipment such as rope, ice bars, ice screws, Gamow bags, etc
- All meals 3 times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trek and climb
- Salary, insurance, meals and equipment's for all involved Nepali staff (For Sherpa's, guides, porters, kitchen helpers)
- First Aid medical kit for all team members including staff
- Appropriate food for high altitude to all climbing crew at base camp and above as
- Solar panel for light and battery charger
- Radio permit (Radio sets are available for communication above the base camp)
- Satellite phone/ Local phone works up to the Base Camp
- Free assistance service for cargo clearance and assistance
- 6 bottle Oxygen for each members & 3 bottles for Sherpa with mask and regulator (extra will be available at base camp if required)
- Necessary help and assistance like complete per-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation and visa extension procedure services (if necessary)
- Facilities of Sat Phone at Base camp, internet connection, walkies-talkie,
- Nepalese Government Royalty, National park fees and local taxes.
- One farewell dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance
Service Excluded
- Visa fees
- International Airfare
- Expenses of personal nature such as hard and soft drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, E-mail, etc.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Expenses occurred due to the use of phone and internet
- Personal medical kit, trekking gears
- Personal climbing gears
- Filming permit (if you want to use special camera)
- Expenses due to unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes.
- Medical and personal high-risk travel insurance which should cover helicopter evacuation cost and medical treatment cost if required
- Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods
- Garbage disposal fee (refundable after the completion of the expedition)
- Tips
- Transportation costs pertaining to excess baggage
- Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation, and lost luggage
Frequently asked Questions
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during off season. It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
