Cholatse Peak Climbing

The Cholatse peak climbing itinerary covers the highlights of Khumbu high passes, glacial lakes, and glaciers. Adventure cholatse expedition is a popular but tough climbing peak that is situated at Mahalangur Himalayan range in the Everest region at Solukhumbu District, Nepal.

The Cholatse Peak climbing is equally popular as Jobo Lhaptshan. Mount cholatse, is open for climbing under the mountaineering association of Nepal, declared in group A category climbing peaks. Cholatse summit offers an excellent view of Everest (8,850m), Nuptse (7,879m), Lhotse (9,501m), Lhotse Shar (8,383m), Makalu (8,475m), Baruntse (7,720m), and Ama Dablam (6,856m) Thamserku, Cho-Oyu, etc.

Comparatively Cholatse Peak is very hard to climb rather to other climbing peaks in Nepal. Mount Cholatse is technically difficult as we need to be careful in ascent. We recommended cholatse peak for those climbers who are experienced in ice and rock climbing. Only a few climbers got success in cholatse peak climbing in history. The death rates are very very low nevertheless climbers need a vast mountaineering talent to climb Cholatse Peak. The peak is connected with Taboche (6,501m) on a long ridge.

According to our past climbers, we design the Cholatse peak climbing itinerary carefully to allow for gradual ascend and proper acclimatization. The best season to climb the peak is either March to May or September to November months. If the itinerary is not suitable for you, we design another climbing itinerary as per your demand and the duration of the holidays.

Price Per Person for 20 days for Cholatse expedition.

If you’re wondering to know about what is included and what is excluded from this trip price, kindly check on the cost given on a tab button.

The Cholatse peak climbing itinerary details

Our Cholatse peak climbing or expedition for 19 nights 20 days itinerary is a sample plan. Climbing travelers, who wish to climb with each trek with a more relaxing plan or want to have a private customized plan, email us your thoughts.

After breakfast the day will start with our guided trip to the UNESCO world heritage site in Kathmandu Valley. The sightseeing includes the pilgrimage sites of Hindu Pashupatinath temple, the world’s biggest Bouddhanath Stupa, visit Swoyambhunath Stupa also known as the monkey temple and historical Kathmandu Durbar Square with the temple, unique architecture, and Kumari (living goddess) in central Kathmandu. Evening pre-trip discussion and introduction with our fellow trekking staff for your adventure trip.

The trail ascends through the Koshi riverbank into the mountain, through a forest to Chumoa. We continue along the trail with many ups and downs; cross a stream, and pass by the tiny Monjo village. We come to the Sagarmatha National Park office where a park entrance fee is paid. We follow a short walk along the riverbed of this valley where the major river meets each other. Crossing over the Hillary Bridge, the trek begins the steep ascent to Namche Bazar. On the way, we have excellent views of Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8516m.). Surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges, Namche Bazaar is a central hub of the area for food, trekking gear, and other necessary goods.

We start with a steep one-hour climb to the Sengboche airstrip (3,720m), from where we will slowly ascent towards Khunde passing numerous chorten (stone Buddhist monuments) and hill station. We go to a hill station to have an excellent view of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawche, Kwangde, and many other snow-capped mountains at 360 deg angles. We walk further to Khumjung village which is the largest village in Khumbu, at the foothill of the sacred peak of Khumbila. We can also visit the Khumjung monastery. It is a small settlement of Sherpa community.

Gokyo Ridgeline is situated by the side of Ngozumpa Glacier, the biggest glacier in Nepal. We walk to the glacial Gokyo lakes. An optional trip will be to discover the 5th lake on your day trip but if you are only physically fit. You can also Gokyo ridge hike to get a splendid view of the tallest Himalayas at 360 deg angle.

Leave Tagnag following the path alongside the stream through the yak pastures. On the way, we can see Cho La Pass located at 5,420m/17,778 feet above the sea. Ascend to make our attempt to the Cho La top and descend down at Dzongla lodges.

A long day walk to get to Monjo village passing sherpa settlements such as Lagusasa, Namche Bazaar, Joresalle…etc.

How much does Cholatse peak climbing price?

The Cholatse peak climbing price US$ 3598 is the standard climbing price on a double occupancy basis. For the deluxe and luxury trekking tour plan, we add a 3-star category hotel deluxe air-conditioned room in Kathmandu (BB PLAN) and a Tourist standard accommodation with an attached bathroom while trekking on possible places. AND WE ARE OPEN TO CUSTOMIZING YOUR TOUR AND PACKAGES PRICE AS PER YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

We can organize private Cholatse peak climbing starting on any date that works for you. Please contact us for more information.

Question: Is pick-up service available on my arrival day in Kathmandu?

Answer: Yes sure. Provide us with your flight details and request for pickup. Our representative will come to pick up you at Kathmandu international airport.

Question: Can I store my excessive luggage/stuff in Kathmandu?

Answer: Yes, you can leave your luggage at your hotel or at our office. Store your stuff in the Gokyo Treks agency office for free.

Question: Is this climbing Safe for Female climbers?

Answer: Absolutely yes. Nepal is a safe country to travel to for solo travelers; this climbing adventure is perfectly safe for solo female and adventure women climbers. We have been organizing the climbing event for female climbers since its establishment.

Question: What kind of accommodation can I expect on Cholatse peak climbing?

Answer: We provide you tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu and during the trekking normally but the rooms are clean cozy beds with a nice mattress and blankets. However we recommend you take your own sleeping bags if you have one with you otherwise, you may rent them while you are in Kathmandu.

Question: What kind of food can I expect on climbing Cholatse peak?

Answer: All the lodges along the trek routes have attached restaurants. They cook a delicious range of mostly vegetarian such as Pasta, tuna bakes, noodles, potatoes, eggs, curry rice, bread, soups, and fresh vegetables (variety depends on the season)

Dinner and breakfast are provided in the same lodge you spend the night every day and Lunch will be provided on the way to the next place where you are going. However, on climbing days you will have climbing food and hot drinks.

Question: What opportunities will I have for a shower along with climbing and trekking?

Answer: Guest house trekking all the lodges they have a shower which you can get it on pay.

Question: How do I get drinking water on expedition Cholatse Peak?

Answer: During the lodge trekking route, tourists can buy bottled water en route. But, we advise against buying mineral water in plastic bottles, as currently there are no rules for disposing of waste plastic. We recommend you bring aqua tablets to purify the normal water as the normal water is available at the campsite along the way.

Question: Can I charge my camera or other batteries on my trip?

Answer: During the guest house trekking there will be chances to charge the battery on pay. We recommend you bring an extra pair in case. Remember to bring your adapters! And we recommend you take extra batteries along with you.

Question: Are there any communication facilities on Cholatse peak climbing?

Answer: Everest Link is an internet service provider founded in 2014 that provides high-speed internet and Wi-Fi in the Everest Region. It is the only one internet provider at the Cholatse climbing trail, making it the world’s tallest internet service.

If you wish to stay connected with better WIFI to your family, friends, or business, we suggest you buy Everest Link Internet. It’s better than other NETWORK connections and you can buy an Everest link card easily in the shops, hotels or any small lodges in the Everest zone. .

Question: Can I use credit cards in Trekking?

Answer: You need to have cash Nepali rupees because credit cards work only in bigger cities or in luxury hotels.

Question: When should I book my trip and what are the payment terms?

Answer: Because our trips book up months in advance, we recommend booking early to avoid any kind of misunderstanding. We will, of course, make every effort to accommodate final-moment bookings.

And regarding the deposit, we prefer a 20% advance deposit (not refundable) of the total price of the trip in order to confirm your reservation before you arrive in Nepal. And the rest of the payment can be made after your arrival in Kathmandu.

Question: Who will carry my luggage on express Cholatse peak climbing?

Answer: We provide porters to transfer your luggage. As we are a responsible trekking tour operator agency, every porter carries a maximum of 25 kilos of your backpack which means 2 guests (12.5 kg luggage of each guest): 1 porter basis.

Question: How much distance do I walk each day?

Answer: When walking/trekking in the mountains, the distance you cover each day can vary greatly due to gradient, terrain, and altitude. As such it is very hard to give specific distances for each day, however, you have to be prepared to walk for roughly about 5 hours each day.

Question: Where can I organize my personal climbing gear?

Answer: If you have those climbing gear at your home bring them along with you. If you don’t have them, you can rent them either in Kathmandu or at Name Bazaar.

Question: How much additional money do I need per day?

Answer: You can allocate US$ 08 – 10 for a lunch/dinner in Kathmandu and it depends on your spending habits. US$ 7 to 10 US$ each day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, tea coffee, and some drinks while you are on your trek.