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Lhotse Expedition - 50 Days

Name: Lhotse Expedition
Brand: Lhotse Expedition
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8706336939722 (647 reviews)

Duration

50 Days

Age Range 10 - 70 years

Destination Nepal, Everest Region

Activities Mountain Expedition

Maximum Altitude

8,516m (27,940ft)

Region

Khumbu region

Start/Finish

Kathmandu

Grade

Challenging

Transportation

Flight/ Vehicle

Accommodation

3-star hotel/ Teahouses/ Treks

Best Season

Late spring

Himalayan Sights

Everest, Makalu, Pumori, Amadablam and most of the Himalayan range

Climbing Route

via Everest South Col

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Another area with the highest risk is the <a href=\"https:\/\/nepalsocialtreks.com\/khumbu-icefall-dangers\/\">Khumbu Icefall<\/a> again shared by Lhotse and Everest."}},{"id":"J3YPvrAbZ3","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"Lhotse offers an excellent alternative for those who are looking for an affordable climb, unlike Everest. It offers a similar climb to Everest as it shares more than half of the body with Everest and is way cheaper than climbing Everest. For those climbing Everest, you can opt for the Lhotse expedition, too, as it saves a lot of time and money."}},{"id":"LRkj0pvPGY","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"The expedition starts from Kathmandu, taking you to the Khumbu region. The trail follows the <a href=\"https:\/\/nepalsocialtreks.com\/everest-base-camp-trek-distance\/\">route to Everest base camp<\/a>. Be prepared to walk through forests and rocky terrains overlooking the mighty Himalayas. You will surely be awestruck by the beauty of this region as you get higher."}},{"id":"NBhSAPic6T","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"The standard route to Lhotse progresses through the Khumbu Icefall, following the same path as standard Everest ascent till the point above the Yellow band. From here, Lhotse climbing parties head to the right of south col while the Everest climbing party heads on to the left of the south col."}},{"id":"XZjGy6LzBG","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"For climbing Lhotse, you will use four camps above base camp at different altitudes:"}},{"id":"3mtPIfOcBg","type":"list","data":{"style":"unordered","items":[{"content":"Camp I (6065m): Camp I, at the top of Khumbu Icefall, is a rest spot before heading on to the distant Camp II. Although exposed, Camp I is safer as it is after the Khumbu Icefall.","items":[]},{"content":"Camp II (6750m): Camp II, placed at the bottom of the west ridge, is safe with a magnificent view of Lhotse. This camp serves as an acclimatization camp.","items":[]},{"content":"Camp III (7100m): Camp III rests on a slight ledge on the popular Lhotse wall\u2014one of the acclimatization camps, hence properly set up by our Sherpa friends handling the logistics.","items":[]},{"content":"Camp IV (7920m): Camp IV, near the South Col., is easily accessible to most of the climbers without supplemental oxygen.","items":[]}]}},{"id":"o7xZdfX7Xk","type":"header","data":{"text":"A brief history of the Lhotse expedition","level":3}},{"id":"b10OGZqk0a","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"Ernst Reiss and Fritz Luchsinger of a Swiss Everest\/Lhotse expedition climbed Lhotse main for the first time on May 18, 1956. Likewise, an Austrian team of Sepp Mayerl and Rolf Walter climbed Lhotse Shar on May 12, 1970. Surprisingly, Lhotse Middle remained unclimbed for a long time until a Russian expedition by Eugeny Vinogradsky, Sergei Timofeev, Alexei Bolotov, and Petr Kuznetsov made the first ascent on May 23, 2001."}},{"id":"VdfcGMZW3M","type":"header","data":{"text":"Is This Expedition Right For You?","level":2}},{"id":"2XngKVPcRd","type":"list","data":{"style":"unordered","items":[{"content":"Lhotse is the 4th highest mountain in the world that shares proximity with Everest. So close that even the route to both mountains is the same till halfway.","items":[]},{"content":"For the Lhotse expedition, you\u2019ll need a permit from the Nepal government. For that, you need to have prior experience of climbing an over 8000m mountain.","items":[]},{"content":"Lhotse costs a lot cheaper compared to Everest while offering similar experiences. If you\u2019re looking for an affordable alternative mountain to climb, this one is perfect.","items":[]},{"content":"Lhotse expedition takes you to the remote Khumbu region in Nepal. The facilities of food and accommodation here are basic as you go higher. Be prepared for that.","items":[]},{"content":"Climbing Lhotse demands excellent physical and mental strength and the ability to make better decisions at the right time.","items":[]}]}},{"id":"V6T1AbKsbG","type":"header","data":{"text":"Lhotse Expedition - Outline Itinerary","level":2}},{"id":"i2MRA2SGc5","type":"table","data":{"withHeadings":true,"stretched":false,"content":[["Days","Itinerary","Altitude (in meters)","Duration (in hours)"],["Day 01","Arrival Kathmandu &amp; transfer to Hotel","1400m","-"],["Day 02","Prepared Expedition, Hotel","1400m","-"],["Day 03","Expedition Briefing in Ministry of Tourism, Hotel","1400m","-"],["Day 04","Fly to Lukla &amp; trek to Phakding, Lodge","2610m","45 mins flight\/ 4 hours hike"],["Day 05","Trek to Namche, Lodge","3440m","7hrs"],["Day 06","Rest day Namche Bazaar, Lodge","3440m",""],["Day 07","Trek to Thyangboche, lodge","3860m","5 hrs"],["Day 08","Trek to Pheriche, Lodge","4410m","5 Hrs"],["Day 09","Trek to Lobuche, Lodge","4910m","4hrs"],["Day 10","Trek to Everest Base Camp","5364m","5-6 hours"],["Day 11-43","Climbing Period of Mount Lhotse 8,516m, Camping","8516m","-"],["Day 44","Base Camp Preparation, Lodge","5364m",""],["Day 45","Trek to Pheriche, Lodge","4410m","6-7 hours"],["Day 46","Trek to Namche, lodge","3440","5-6 hours"],["Day 47","Trek to Lukla, lodge","2850m","4-5 hours"],["Day 48","Fly to back to Kathmandu &amp; transfer to hotel","1400m","45 minutes"],["Day 49","Free Day in Kathmandu, Hotel","1400m","45 minutes"],["Day 50","Lhotse Expedition trip ends\/Last departure","1400m","-"]]}},{"id":"LPjrgvK71g","type":"header","data":{"text":"Why You Will Love This Lhotse Expedition?","level":3}},{"id":"d329650e-6858-4fe5-8430-cd3b423fb077","type":"list","data":{"style":"unordered","items":[{"content":"Lhotse is the fourth highest mountain in the world with an altitude of 8516m and closest to Everest.","items":[]},{"content":"You will trek to one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world, the Khumbu region.","items":[]},{"content":"You will travel through hills, villages, dense forests, rivers, glaciers, and mountains to reach the Everest base camp.","items":[]},{"content":"Explore and experience the culture and lifestyle of the Sherpa community first hand.","items":[]},{"content":"You will climb with top-level mountaineers with years of experience in climbing and running expeditions.","items":[]},{"content":"You will have time to see the unmatchable view of the Khumbu region from the top of Lhotse.","items":[]},{"content":"Your expedition is very similar to Everest so much that the route to Everest is the same as the route to Lhotse till halfway.","items":[]}]}}],"version":"2.31.0-rc.7"}

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel

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Hotel - 3 Stars

Day 2: Rest And Preparation Day For Assignment & Briefing

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Hotel - 3 Stars

Day 3: Expedition Briefing in Ministry of Tourism, Hotel

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Hotel - 3 Stars

Day 4: Fly to Lukla & trek to Phakding

Trek Duration 4 hours

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Hotel

Day 5: Trek to Namche

Trek Duration 7 hours

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Hotel

Day 6: Rest day Namche Bazaar

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Hotel

Day 7: Trek to Thyangboche, lodge

Trek Duration 5 hours

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Hotel

Day 8: Trek to Pheriche, Lodge

Trek Duration 5 hours

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Teahouse

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche

Trek Duration 4 hours

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Teahouse

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp

Trek Duration 6 hours

Day 11: Day 11-43: Climbing period

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Camping

Day 12: Base Camp Preparation, Lodge

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Camping

Day 13: Trek to Pheriche, Lodge

Trek Duration 7 hours

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Hotel

Day 14: Trek to Namche

Trek Duration 6 hours

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Hotel

Day 15: Trek to Lukla

Trek Duration 5 hours

Teahouse

Day 16: Fly to back to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel

Trek Duration 45 minutes

Hotel - 3 Stars

Day 17: Free Day in Kathmandu

Trek Duration 45 minutes

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Hotel - 3 Stars

Day 18: Lhotse Expedition trip ends/Final departure

Hotel - 3 Stars

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Nar phu valley trek with Kamal guide, perfect!

My partner and I went on a 9-day trek in the Nar and Phu Valley. Our Kamal guide was just perfect! Professional and very nice, he accompanied us along with the porter Prim throughout the itinerary, adapting it to our needs and desires. I don't think we could have fallen into better hands than Kamal, he promptly solved all the little problems we encountered, he was fantastic as was the porter Prim. Amazing experience thank you!

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May 18, 2025

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I’ve just completed the 15 day Everest Base Camp trek with Nepal Social Treks and can’t praise the company, guide & porter highly enough. My guide in particular, Lhakpa was an absolute star who could not do enough to make the time away as comfortable as possible. Considerate, knowledgeable, funny, kind & inspiring. I genuinely don’t think I could have completed the trek without their support! A lifetime ambition completed thanks :)

jose luis P

May 17, 2025

EBC by Gokyo

If you are planning to do the EBC, the Agency should be Nepal Social Trek and the Guide should be Santa Thabir Magar. Permanent communication during trekking and excellent coordination at all times. The alternative I recommend is Gokyo. Something heavier than the classic, but definitely extraordinary. Also the views of the great mountains during the circuit, are not to forget them

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gianluca corradini

Aug 25, 2025

Ho prenotato il viaggio dall'italia. C'è stato qualche problema non dovuto all'agenzia perchè non sono partiti voli per giorni per l'everest e loro prontamente hanno sistemato tutto. Narayan, la mia guida e amrit il mio porter sono stati fantastici. Grazie grazie grazie

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May 26, 2025

Resma Rai

May 24, 2025

Great Anil Sherpa

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Where is Lhotse?

The Lhotse massif is just 3km south of the world’s highest mountain, Everest. It falls in the Khumbu region of Nepal. It is a high mountainous region in Nepal where some of the world’s highest mountains stand tall. Lhotse massif comprises three major peaks: Lhotse main (8516m), Lhotse Middle (8413m), and Lhotse Shar (8383m).

How long does the Lhotse expedition last?

The Lhotse expedition takes about 50 days in total after you arrive in Kathmandu. Your arrival marks the start of the expedition. It takes 6-7 days of hiking through the picturesque hills, forests, rivers, and villages to reach the Everest base camp, the starting point of the climb. Once you start climbing, it takes 32 days to climb the summit and return to the base camp.

How hard is Lhotse to climb?

Lhotse is a moderately hard mountain to climb. The route to Lhotse is the same as the route to Everest for almost halfway. As a result, there are tough sections like the Khumbu Icefall. As you go higher, the climb becomes easier comparatively.

How can I prepare for the Lhotse expedition?

Lhotse expedition demands excellent physical strength, mental stability, strong determination, and decision-making ability. With that said, to get the expedition’s permit, you should submit your health report of the last six months showing that you’re perfectly fine. Likewise, previous experience of climbing mountains of Nepal is a must. It gives you an idea about what to expect in the mountains. It makes you familiar with the extreme weather that changes quickly.

How much does it cost for the Lhotse expedition?

Expedition cost for Lhotse is a lot lesser compared to the cost for the Everest expedition. The permit fees for the Lhotse expedition costs USD 1800 in spring, USD 900 in autumn, and USD 450 in winter/summer. However, remember that this is not the overall cost but the permit fees you need to pay to the government. For all the logistics, the costs depend according to the company that you’re involved with.

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Lhotse Expedition - 50 Days

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel

Day 2: Rest And Preparation Day For Assignment & Briefing

Day 3: Expedition Briefing in Ministry of Tourism, Hotel

Day 4: Fly to Lukla & trek to Phakding

Day 5: Trek to Namche

Day 6: Rest day Namche Bazaar

Day 7: Trek to Thyangboche, lodge

Day 8: Trek to Pheriche, Lodge

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp

Day 11: Day 11-43: Climbing period

Day 12: Base Camp Preparation, Lodge

Day 13: Trek to Pheriche, Lodge

Day 14: Trek to Namche

Day 15: Trek to Lukla

Day 16: Fly to back to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel

Day 17: Free Day in Kathmandu

Day 18: Lhotse Expedition trip ends/Final departure

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