Mt. Everest Expedition - North Col (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 50000

  • 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 50,000 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.


DETAILED 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, 2027
Start Date End Date Trip Status
Mon, Apr 5 2027 Mon, May 24 2027 Booking Open

Fixed Departures for Apr, 2028
Start Date End Date Trip Status
Sat, Apr 8 2028 Sat, May 27 2028 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 28 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 ) 94

100% recommend this Package.
Score Breakdown
  • Michal Wensierski
    Poland/England

    Excellent service and a welcome by Makalu Adventure

    My name is Michal from Poland/England. I summitted Everest on 15th May 2025, 07:55 AM despite of heavy winds. Me and my Sherpa Phurba were only two people to summit on that day. I summitted with Makalu Adventure which is a great company, with great people and amazing supplies. Everything you need, from base camp to....
    Read More: Alumnus Michal achieves childhood dream as he summits Mount Everest
  • Rhisael Rabe
    Philipines

    Great Service! Very good company Makalu Adventure for Expedition

    I successfully climbed Mt Everest (8848.86 m). 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 Onggel Sherpa and Dasange Sherpa) 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
  • Babar Ali
    Bangladesh

    Historic moment unfolded in the world of mountaineering




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  • Georges Abou Rjeili
    Canada

    Thank you Makalu Adventure team for organizing Everest Expedition Journey

    Hello my name is Georges Abou Rjeili from Canada and I just completed summitting Everest with Makalu Adventure. Overall it's a great company and I would recommend it for everyone. Thank you




  • Gabriella Nicola Nel
    South Africa

    Wonderful experience of World's Highest Mountain Mt. Everest (8848.86 m) climbing

    My name is Gabriella Nicola Nel, I just submitted Mount Everest with Makalu Adventure. It was an incredible experience; we did have some hiccups in terms of getting frostbite on the way down from the summit and I'd just like to thank Mohan and the Makalu Adventure team for organizing a long long rescue from Camp 3 which is extremely difficult and I believe that the company saved my life with a successful Summit. As well for the season which was a very dangerous season I'd just like to thank everyone from Makalu Adventure.




  • Thomas G Masterson
    Canada

    Thanks Makalu Adventure team for organizing trip to Top of the World

    I climbed of Mount Everest with Makalu Adventure. We got to Camp three on Everest and the quality of the Sherpas in helping was excellent and the quality of the food in both base and advanced base camp was very good.



  • Michael
    -

    Wonderful Experience and thanks to Makalu Adventure for organizing trip

  • Saman Tahmooresi
    Iran

    Many thanks to Makalu Adventure

    Saman Tahmooresi has successfully climbed World's highest Mountain Mt. Everest (8848.86 m) on 13th May 2022





  • Arthur George Prestidge
    -

    Wonderful adventure Experience of Himalayas and Climbing

    Arthur George Prestidge has successfully climbed World's highest Mountain Mt. Everest (8848.86 m)


  • Akke Rahman
    Bangladesh

    Thanks to Mohan Lamsal and Makalu Adventure team for organizing trip to Top of the World

    Thanks to Mohan Lamsal and Makalu Adventure team for organizing trip to Top of the World, Mt. Everest. Yahoo, I successfully climbed the Top of the World : Mount Everest 8848M on Friday 13th May 2020 07:30 AM


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