Nuptse Expedition

  • Climb to the peak of the spectacular Mount Nuptse in the Himalayas.
  • Trek across the breathtaking Khumbu area and learn about Sherpa culture.
  • Climb the less-crowded peak in Nepal.

Mount Nuptse 7861m is a magnificent peak in Khumbu area of Nepal, 2 km southwest of Mount Everest. Join us our team 35-day expedition for a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the Himalayas.

The western half of the Lhotse-Nuptse massif is known as Nuptse, 7 peaks capped the mountain’s main ridge and is separated from Lhotse by a 7556-meter saddle. Nuptse has a rocky and steep south face that is 5 km broad and 2500 metres high. This will be an exciting and memorable journey.

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Difficulty Level

Hard

Best Season

Spring

Duration

35 days

Elevation

7,861m

Group Size

1 - 2

Trip Type

7000M Expedition

2024
7000M Expedition

  • Departs from Kathmandu, Nepal

Overview

Highlights

  • Climb to the peak of the spectacular Mount Nuptse in the Himalayas.
  • Trek across the breathtaking Khumbu area and learn about Sherpa culture.
  • Climb the less-crowded peak in Nepal.

 

Mount Nuptse (7861m) is a magnificent peak in Khumbu area of Nepal, 2 km southwest of Mount Everest. Join us our team 35-day expedition for a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the Himalayas.

The western half of the Lhotse-Nuptse massif is known as Nuptse. The mountain’s main ridge is capped by 7 peaks and is separated from Lhotse by a 7556-meter saddle. Nuptse has a rocky and steep south face that is 5 km broad and 2500 metres high. This will be an exciting and memorable journey.

Day

  • The price of your trip includes the following:

    1. Nuptse climbing permits
    2. IFMGA mountain guide with his daily wages & full insurance
    3. Garbage disposal & management fees
    4. Climbing equipment, Rope, ice screw, Walkie Talkie etc
    5. Airport pick up and drop by private tourist vehicle
    6. 4-star Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast 3 nights
    7. Kathmandu to Lukla flight both way
    8. Everest BC unlimited Meals, drinks & fruits during the expedition
    9. Accommodation, Meals and drinks full board during the trekking
    10. Nuptse Liaison Officer with all his accommodation, insurance & wages
    11. BC kitchen crew with their insurance, equipment allowance & wages
    12. Medical kit during the trip
    13. Comfortable dinning tent with heater, Shower, & toilet tents at BC
    14. Porters and to carry expeditions gear, food etc.
    15. High camp tents and EPI gas, cooking stoves and high food etc.
    16. Base camp single tent each member
    17. Climbing Sherpa’s bonus, transportation, wages & equipment allowance
    18. All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges
    19. Alpinist Climber Expeditions duffle bag
    20. Satellite Phone for emergency case
    21. Sherpa guide to assist the load carrying on the mountain & summit day
    22. Oxygen and mask regulator each member
    23. Oxygen and mask regulator each Sherpa guide
    24. All accommodation, wages, insurance & equipment allowance for all staff
    25. All official expenses

    The price of your trip does not include:

    • International flight tickets
    • Nepal entry visa fees at the airport
    • Personal climbing equipment
    • Personal First Aid Kit
    • Personal travel insurance and medical / rescue insurance
    • Internet Wi-Fi during the trip and Tips for staff
    • Helicopter flights
    • Any rescue costs or additional expenses during expedition
    € 14500 EURO

    Details

    Our budget cost option presents an affordable alternative for individuals seeking a mountaineering experience without the higher price tag of the regular and premium options. This package retains the same level of service as the regular option, including group guiding with a minimum of 5 people per group, offering the chance to share the journey with fellow adventurers. The budget cost package encompasses professional guidance from our skilled team, a well-structured itinerary, and accommodations in budget hotels and lodges throughout the trip.

    € 18600 EURO

    Details

    Our regular cost option offers an excellent value for adventurers seeking an unforgettable mountaineering experience. With this package, you’ll have the opportunity to attempt stunning peaks, receive professional guidance from our experienced team, and enjoy a well-planned itinerary. Designed for groups, the regular cost option requires a minimum of 3 members to join the expedition, ensuring a shared experience and camaraderie throughout the journey. It’s an affordable and exciting way to embark on a memorable mountaineering adventure.

    € 26400 EURO

    Details

    • Private 1:1 guiding service for each member
    • More flexibility
    • Travel consciously
    • Enjoy exclusive benefits

    For those seeking a truly personalised and flexible adventure, our premium cost option is the perfect choice. With the premium package, you’ll receive exclusive benefits such as 1:1 private guiding, allowing for a more personalised experience tailored to your specific goals and preferences. This option provides the utmost flexibility in scheduling and ensures that you receive dedicated attention from our expert guides throughout the expedition. Indulge in the luxury of private guiding and elevate your mountaineering experience with our premium cost option.

    Alpinist Climber Expeditions is known for its expertise in leading high-altitude climbing expeditions, Alpine Style 1:1 private guiding with an IFMGA mountain guide as well as high-quality service throughout the expedition. Having more than a decade of years of experience in the planning and coordination of mountaineering expeditions, we achieve in ensuring each expedition is a successful one with the best possible experience for our climbers while focusing on our 3 primary goals which are, reaching the summit, returning safely, and having fun! Safety is always our number one priority.

     

    We apply strong and specialized Expedition Leaders and Sherpa staff who are undoubtedly accepted as the most pre-eminent mountaineers in the industry.

     

    Many operators make claims about their services that are often designed to mislead or avoid not being competent enough in addressing serious and important issues. when you are out there if and unless you have your back by a strong and experienced leader with an adequate contingent of Sherpa staff in support, the chances of summiting are compellingly increased.

     

    The Alpinist Climber Expeditions approach to organizing expeditions systemized for you is based on our philosophy that is reflected in the quality and safety of the expeditions we manage with our consistently high success rate.

    We will be accepting experienced climbers to participate in the team who have prepared themselves through a progression of ascents of ever-higher peaks.

    The team will have a minimum size of 2 members and 2 IFMGA guides and a maximum size of 6 members and 4 IFMGA guides. The base camp will be staffed by a Sherpa sirdar/cook. A team of between 4 climbing Sherpas will carry loads and support the summit climb.

    Prakash Sherpa (Pemba) CEO / IFMGA Mountain Guide.

    Prakash Sherpa, the founder of Alpinist Climber Expeditions and a veteran of decades of high altitude expedition guiding and organizing the expedition. All of our trip guides have significant high-altitude experience and a track record of safety, success, and compatibility. The number of guides is determined by the size of the team, however the normal guide-to-member ratio is 1.2. Our guides are companionable and strong expedition members with significant power and a desire to see you succeed.

     

    Support
    A team of Assistant Sherpa Guides will help with load carrying on the mountain, and we will have a 1:1 Guide to climber ratio during the ascent.

    Body-wear

    1. Down suit
    2. Down jacket
    3. Waterproof jacket and over-trousers that goes over your alpine boot
    4. Balaclava – recommended BUFF or similar covering nose and face
    5. Long sleeve thermal shirt and trousers
    6. Fleece jacket and trousers

    Hand-wear

    1. Liner gloves – thin and warm
    2. Down mitts
    3. Gore-Tex Primaloft glove.
    4. Mountain gloves – recommended water and windproof
    5. Smartwool mountaineering socks (2 pairs – new)
    6. Ultra-soft running / Hiking socks (2 pairs – new)
    7. Mountaineering boot – recommended La Sportive, etc.
    8. Alpine boot – recommended La Sportive and Scarpa, etc.

    Climbing Equipment

    1. Climbing Helmet (UIAA tested)
    2. Harness – recommended Petzl or BD
    3. Goggles with UV protection and anti-fog system
    4. Sun glasses UV protection
    5. Headlamp – recommended Petzl or BD
    6. Spare batteries – recommended Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries
    7. Ascender (Jumer) – recommended Petzl or BD
    8. Abseiling device – recommended Petzl or BD ATC guide
    9. Screw gate carabiners (2 x large, 2 small sizes) recommended Petzl or BD
    10. Bent gate carabiners (2 medium sizes) – recommended Petzl or BD
    11. 6 mm rope – recommended 2 meters UIAA tested
    12. 6 mm rope – recommended 5 meters UIAA tested
    13. Dynamic 8 mm rope – recommended 2 meters UIAA tested
    14. Classical alpine ice-ax – recommended Petzl, Grivel, or BD
    15. Crampons that fit mountaineering boots – recommended Grivel, Petzl, or BD

    Other equipment

    1. Sleeping bag (comfort rated – 20 degrees
    2. Large size duffle bag with padlock
    3. Headlamp with spare batteries
    4. Water bottles 1 liter
    5. First aid kit
    6. Trekking poles
    7. 45–75-liter Rucksack
    8. Swiss army knife with a multi-tools system or Leatherman
    9. 1-liter stainless steel thermos – that works in extreme weather conditions

    Headwear

    1. Sun hat or Normal Cap
    2. Fleece or woolen hat
    3. Sunglasses with UV protection
    4. Buff scarf / thin face mask

    Handwear

    1. Fleece or woolen thin gloves
    2. Gore-Tex mitten gloves

    Bodywear

    1. Gore-Tex jacket
    2. Gore-Tex pant
    3. Hiking pant
    4. Fleece trousers and jacket or warm jumper – recommended not thick but warm enough that fits inside the Gore-Tex pant
    5. Anti-sweat T-shirt
    6. Thermal inner trouser
    7. Down jacket with hoodie

    Footwear

    1. Trekking boots
    2. Slipper
    3. Trekking socks (4-5 pairs)
    4. Snow gaiter

    Other equipment

    1. Sleeping bag (comfort rated – 20 degrees
    2. 45-liter rucksack with cover
    3. Large size duffle bag with padlock
    4. Headlamp with spare batteries
    5. Water bottles 1 liter
    6. Thermos
    7. First aid kit
    8. Trekking poles

    Washing kit & Toiletries

    1. Waterproof washing kit bag
    2. Towel – medium size
    3. Washing soap, towel, tooth pest, toothbrush, etc.
    4. Sun lotion enough +50SPF (including total bloc for lips, nose, etc.)
    5. Handwash & sanitizer
    6. Toilet paper (you can buy it in the Lodges)
    7. Wet tissues

    Please read carefully our terms and conditions. Terms and Conditions are a very important part of the trip for members who are willing to book Expedition, Peak climbing, or trekking with Alpinist Climber Expeditions.

    The terms and conditions contain the information to the client regarding the procedures of Booking Confirmation, Payment and Refund System and Cancellation policy, and other important information about your trip. The Booking Terms and Conditions constitute a legally required contract between Alpinist Climber Expeditions along with you for the services to be provided. The details of our Terms and Conditions are listed below.

    Currency
    • Alpinist Climber Expeditions accepts payment in Euros (€) and US dollars (US$). The currency will be
      applied based on the location of the client. Once the initial deposit/payment has been paid, all
      subsequent fees will be applied in the same currency.
    Deposit
    • When Alpinist Climber Expeditions issues the written confirmation receipt of your deposit amount the
      existence of the booking will be confirmed. Alpinist Climber Expeditions kindly requests you to make a
      deposit of 20% cost of your trip. You are supposed to pay the remaining amount upon your arrival in
      Kathmandu. You need to send your deposit to the Company. In the case of the customized trip, you
      should do a 50% deposit as it will cover all intensive details. We accept a last-minute booking with 100%
      payment in some cases.
    Amendments
    • If you wish to make amendments to your tour arrangements we require notification to Alpinist Climber
      Expeditions in writing. If any government permits, flight tickets, or insurance has been issued and cannot be
      revoked and refunded you will be liable for these costs. You may also be liable for the cancellation fee of
      airfares purchased on your behalf.
    Cancellation Policy

    The future is unpredictable. Notice of cancellation shall be submitted by the client in writing providing
    a reason(s) for cancellation. The refund procedure will be as follows:

     

    • Cancellation before 60 days of the trip, 20% cancellation will be charged.

     

    • Cancellation Before 30 days of the trip 40% cancellation will be charged.

     

    • Cancellation Before 15 days of the trip 60% cancellation will be charged.

     

    • Cancellation Before 07 days of the trip 70% cancellation will be charged.

     

    If cancellation is made within the week of the departure or upon arrival in Kathmandu no
    refund shall be provided. Any remaining payment will be required at this time. The cost of
    Climbing Permit/Insurance/Equipment allowance is not refundable in any period of cancellation.

    Personal insurance - a matter of protection
    • Travel insurance is not included in the tour price, but it is a required condition of booking a trip with
      Alpinist Climber Expeditions and your responsibility to ensure that you are adequately insured for the
      full duration of the trip covering expenses against all possible risks including missed flights, canceled
      trips, baggage loss, emergency medical evacuation, high altitude accidents, and other unforeseeable
      events. All costs for emergency evacuation must be paid in cash in Nepal unless an insurance
      company has agreed to pay the costs on your behalf. It is important to ensure that your personal
      travel insurance covers all of the activities you participate in the Himalayas.
    Client's responsibility
    • The client / You are responsible to insure yourself with an insurance policy that covers
      medical expenses, flight cancellation, trip cancellation, emergency evacuation, and any other
      unforeseeable events that may cause loss to you.

     

    • The client is responsible to bear all expenses of personal nature and any extra cost resulted
      due to extended stay because of natural calamities, political strikes, and any uncontrollable
      events.

     

    • The client is responsible to book the flight tickets with a flexible time frame as traveling in the
      The Himalayas can be unpredictable. In case of missed flights, the client shall be solely
      responsible to bear the loss.

     

    • If you wish to add extra services mentioned by the company in the Cost Inclusions
      section of each package, you shall be entitled to bear the extra costs.
    Company's responsibility
    • The company is fully responsible to provide all the services mentioned in the Cost Inclusions
      section.

     

    • The company is responsible to introduce all the team members to guides, Climbing
      Sherpas, Staff, and manager.

     

    • The company is fully responsible to make the best arrangements for food, lodging, and
      accommodation during the trip.

     

    • The company is responsible to hear out the concerns of the member in terms of safety.

     

    • The company is responsible to make prompt arrangements in case of emergencies during the
      trek and expeditions.

     

    • The company is responsible to provide valuable service to the clients and deserves pay to
      the staff.
    Passport and Visa
    • It is your responsibility that you carry a valid passport and have rightly obtained the appropriate
      visas when traveling with Alpinist Climber Expeditions. Please ensure that your passport is valid for 6 months from the Nepal Visa validity date.
    Privacy
    • As part of the booking and permit process, we will need to obtain personal information from each
      client. Your personal will be kept by us in a secure way and none of your private or personal
      information will be disclosed for any other purpose.
    Authority
    • This agreement and the rights and obligations of the parties will be construed and take effect in
      accordance with and be governed by the laws of Nepal.

    Wishing you the best time in Nepal, Come as a friend goes as a family….. The land of Adventure and Hospitality.

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