Everest Expedition North Ridge Tibet

The key to any successful high altitude adventure is acclimatisation....”Time spent on acclimatisation is never wasted”. And this is particularly true when attempting Mt. Everest by the North Col, North Ridge route. Unlike the Nepal side, there is no steady walk-in, you drive all the way to Base Camp at 5,150m. We now add additional acclimatisation days in Lhasa and along the way for those arriving by air. And similar acclimatisation days for those traveling overland. The seeds of a successful Everest expedition are sewn long before you reach the mountain.

  • Package price

    USD 32500

  • Trip Code

    MKA-EverestExp

  • No of days

    50

  • Group Size

    min 4 persons

  • Challenge level

    Challenging

  • MEALS

    Included (B,L, D)

  • TRANSPORTATION

    All ground transfers

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Hotel, Guesthouse & Tent

  • MAX ALTITUTE

    8,848.86 m (29,031.69 ft.)

  • BEST SEASON

    April - June

  • START POINT

    Kathmandu, Nepal

  • END POINT

    Kathmandu, Nepal

  • SUITABLE FOR

    16 to 79 years old

  • WALK PER DAY

    4-7 hrs.

  • GUIDING METHOD

    Live Guide/Instructor

Trip Overview

The ascent to the summit of Everest via Tibet and the North Col is one of the most challenging and rewarding mountaineering experiences in the world. We offer climbs up to and up the Mt. Everest Expedition North Col. Also, expeditions to the adjoining peak of Lhakpa Ri which offers a great opportunity for less experienced climbers as it one of the most accessible peaks above 7000 meters in the world.

Our team of Sherpas are amongst the best in the Himalayas and include direct relatives of the Sherpas who assisted the first Western expeditions on Everest and other peaks. So levels of experience, knowledge and the chance of a successful ascent are all very high.

Full Expedition Service:USD 32,500 per person. Cost based on 1:1 ratio - 1 Climber to 1 Sherpa Guide.

VISA Service: around USD $250 including VISA Fee and Service charge.


Everest Expedition North Ridge Tibet Itinerary

  • Day 01
    Arrive Kathmandu, airport reception and transfer to hotel.
  • Day 2-4
    Organize China/Tibet visa, check equipment etc.
  • Day 05
    Drive to the Tibet border, overnight Kerung (2,900 m).
  • Day 06
    Cross the border and stay one more night in Upper Kerung (2900 m)
  • Day 07
    Drive to Old Tingri (4,348m), 6hr drive.
  • Day 08
    Rest and acclimatisation at Old Tingri (4,348,).
  • Day 09
    Second acclimatiation day, local hike, Old Tingri (4,348m).
  • Day 10
    Drive to Rhongbuk (5,009m), 5hr drive.
  • Day 11-15
    Hike up to Everest Base Camp (5,150m). Equipment sorting, training and acclimatization walks.
  • Day 16
    Trek to Interim Camp (5800 m), 5-6 6hrs.
  • Day 17
    Acclimatisation day, trek to Advanced Base Camp and return.
  • Day 18-44
    Trek to Advanced Base Camp (6,450m). Acclimatisation, skills revision and climbing period.
  • Day 45
    Clear Advanced Base Camp
  • Day 46
    Trek back to Base Camp, 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 47
    Clear Base Camp
  • Day 48-49
    Drive from Base camp to Kerung and on to Kathmandu.
  • Day 50
    Leisure and return flights to your home.

Cost Includes

  • Airport pickup/drop
  • Eco-friendly boutique hotel Thamel Eco Resort in Kathmandu (total 4 nights, twin sharing, BB)
  • Private transportation to/from Tibet border
  • Tibet Travel Permit, Expedition Permits & other entrance fees
  • Transportation in Tibet by private land cruiser (1 for every 4 people)
  • Support Truck to transport luggage, equipment and expedition logistics
  • Liaison Officer and Interpreter
  • Accommodation on lodges/hotels as mentioned (twin sharing, breakfast)
  • Sightseeing tours, entrance fees at monuments, guide
  • World class camping equipment (HA tents, inner sheet, table, chairs, mattress etc) [Base Camp and above]
  • Kitchen and Dinning equipment, Eating utensils, Shower Tents, Toilet Tent, Store Tent, etc
  • 5 Yaks for each member on way up to Advance Everest BC , 4 Yaks on way down from AEBC to BC [1 'yak load' means 40kg in spring and 50kg in autumn]
  • Full staff support up to the Advanced Everest BC and upto summit.
  • Daily meals (breakfast, lunch and Dinner and energy bars for members and staffs) while staying Base Camp, Advanced Everest BC, Camp I, Camp, II, Camp III and Camp IV
  • Insurance of support staff
  • Basic First Aid Supply for support staff and climbers
  • Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC)
  • Satellite mobile telephone (pay call)
  • Petrol Generator
  • Solar Panel
  • HA food above Advanced Everest BC and till Camp IV
  • 1 member 1 Tent at Base Camp. Above Base camp twin sharing basis AEBC, Camp I, Camp II, Camp III, Camp IV
  • Garbage deposit, Environment fee and Electricity
  • Radio for climbers
  • Oxygen. 4 litre 6 Bottle Oxygen for client. 4 litre 4 Bottle Oxygen for Climbing Sherpa.
  • Mask and Regulator and extra Mask and Regulator for emergency
  • EPI Gas and HA Stove
  • Pots and Pans.
  • Fixed Line ropes, and Snow Sticks.

Cost Excludes

  • International flights, Kathmandu-Lhasa-Kathmandu flight, airport taxes, excess baggage charges
  • Visa Fees
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Tibet while staying at Hotel
  • Personal climbing gears, ropes, carabiners, ice screw, etc
  • Extra Yak (if required for climbers’ excess luggage)
  • Personal expenses like bar bill, laundry, telephone etc
  • Personal medical and travel insurance
  • Extra permits that may be required for activities like filming etc
  • Summit bonus (only for successful climb), Tips etc [Recommended: USD 1000/per climbing Sherpa]
  • Tips for staffs and Sherpa [USD 300 by each climber]

Departures

Our trips are available on both Fixed Departure and Private Group Basis.

Please check the Fixed Departures Dates for dates, availability and price. Our fixed departures are 100% guaranteed. If you are planning to travel alone, or with a group of friends, please complete Customize Trip and we will design an itinerary based on your requirements.

Fixed Departures for Apr, 2024
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Mon, Apr 8 2024 Mon, May 27 2024 Booking Open

$ 32500

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Fixed Departures for Apr, 2025
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Mon, Apr 7 2025 Mon, May 26 2025 Booking Open

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Fixed Departures for Apr, 2026
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Mon, Apr 6 2026 Mon, May 25 2026 Booking Open

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Fixed Departures for Apr, 2027
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Mon, Apr 5 2027 Mon, May 24 2027 Booking Open

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ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION

To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".
"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".
"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".

Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

Client Reviews

EXCELLENT : (5 / 5.0 ) 4

100% recommend this Package.
Score Breakdown
  • Kilian Jornet
    Spain

    Everest expedition

    I was in Everest expedition with Makalu adventure who provided the BC services perfectly, great food and assistance and a very fast and professional team to organize and find our unique needs.
  • Gilian Kit Wai Lee
    Australia

    The Everest expedition was dealt very well by Makalu Adventures

    I worked with Makalu Adventure to get the trip all set up back in 2018 and it was great. The expedition was dealt with very well on my end and everyone on the team was really well experienced. I had good time getting to know the staff. The cook on my trip was fun and the climbing guide too. They really made the trip memorable. The company members were also pretty good, especially handling the logistics and providing what we needed.
    I feel confident that you will have a good time working with them.
  • Sams RL
    United Kingdom

    Successful Everest Expedition from North side because of Makalu and its experienced staff

    I was part of the Everest expedition from Tibet side in 2018 along with three others on the mission to the top of the world. It was a successful expedition and that is indeed because of Makalu and its experienced staff. I will not bore you with too many details but I will list out all points that I personally think you should know. 

    From the moment you arrive till the day you leave, you can really tell that they care about their clients. The team, especially Mohan who is the director and Phurba Wanchhu Sherpa who was the climbing sherpa were clear with the goals and objectives from day one which made us all comfortable throughout the expedition. They provided all the gears necessary for the expedition (O2, tents, etc.) which were all well maintained. Their base camp service was amazing and the staff spoke English well too. Specially base camp and advance base camp food was excellent. Overall I recommend Makalu Adventure and the amazing services provided by Mohan and his team in Nepal. Having had a few expedition experience in my lifetime, I can confidently say this is one of the best companies and I have met.

    There are a lot of companies to choose from but here are my two cents on that. Personally, I find it that local companies often have the same, if not better service compared to big-name companies. Moreover, foreign companies often use local companies to operate in countries like Nepal and charge a premium for their foreign leaders. Having has experience with both, I would prefer working with local companies as the level of service is the same and I save money too. 
    Good luck with everything!
  • Chris Harling
    United Kingdom

    Great Service! Very good Company Makalu Adventure for Expedition

    I successfully climbed Mt Everest from the Tibet Side back in 2016. The climbing was much adventurous and challenging than other peaks I submitted before. Well it was definitely dangerous and thrilling but what made it easier and worth it was Makalu Adventures. I'm so glad my friend recommended me Makalu Adventure. The whole trip was so well organized, the sherpas (Phurba Ongel and Wanchhu) guided us all the way to the summit making the journey smooth. I had a lot of fun and the accommodation along with the food was great even in the higher altitude which I did not foresee. It was an experience to remember for a lifetime. Thank you Makalu Adventures for a great adventure. Great services
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