Cholatse Peak climbing can be an ideal climbing trip in Nepal as it is situated in the middle of Khumbu/Everest Himalaya region in Nepal. With an elevation of 6440 meters Cholatse peak climbing is one of those beautiful location to climb next to everest. Cholatse is pretty similar climb as Lobuche peak. However, Lobuche peak is smaller than Cholatse.
Famous Everest basecamp chola pass trekking route circles this peak in everest region.
Proper acclimatization, good physical & mental health is necessary for technical peak like Cholatse. However, proper acclimatization within our itinerary will take you all the way to Gokyo ri and descends before climbing to the summit of Cholatse peak.
Climbing towards higher altitude of Gokyo ri & descending before the actual adventure of Cholatse peak climbing; helps in proper acclimatization.
Likewise, all other peaks in the Khumbu/everest region, Cholaste Peak Climbing, starts with short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. From Lukla, we start trekking to reach to the famous trading spot of Namche Bazaar via Phakding village, at Phakding we spend our first night of cholatse peak expedition. After reaching Namche, cholatse peak climb – trekking route follows okyo ri trekking route.
In this beautiful trekking route, explore the beautiful Gokyo Valley and its beautiful Lakes. Then, the trail leads you to the summit of Gokyo Ri for a wide open view of Everest and other impressive peaks.
After climbing the Gokyo Ri, further, walk to Chola Phedi via the Gokyo Valley to get to the base camp of Cholatse peak.
Cholatse (also known as Jobo Lhaptshan) is a mountain in the Khumbu region of the Nepalese Himalaya range. Cholatse is connected to Taboche (6,501m) by a long ridge.
How hard is cholatse peak climbing?
You must be physically competent and technically okay in ice climbing. Your rock climbing skill will surely help for cholatse peak climbing.
Main hardship of ice climbing is cold. So, If you can resist the cold weather of ice climbing with simple technical skill on climbing will ease your cholatse peak climbing. Our experienced climbing guide will make sure your mission is accomplished.
Comparatively Cholatse Peak is very hard to climb than other peaks of around 6000 meters in everest region. Comparatively easier peaks in everest are island peak climbing, Lobuche peak climbing, Pokalde etc.. So, Mt Cholatse is the technically difficult peak which requires careful ascent.
We recommended cholatse peak for those climbers who are semi experienced in ice/rock climbing. Climbers need a competitive mountaineering ability to climb Cholatse peak. Resisting cold, continues trekking, high altitude adaptation, basic roping & gear skills are some of the counted mountaineering ability.
Who can do Cholatse peak climbing?
If you have been to Everest basecamp side of everest region trekking – Cholatse peak climbing can be a best option for your adventure to Nepal. Peak climbing in Everest region along with excursion of the Gokyo valley side of everest region will be a perfect choice.
Trekking route to cholatse peak climbing follows trail of Gokyo valley trekking trail. The landscape of Gokyo valley is different from that of Dusa valley. Dusa valley is along everest basecamp trekking route.
Wide view of 6th highest mountain in earth, Mt. cho yu to the north and other numerous mountains towards the Southern range of Khumbu Himalaya range has made this route; a best trail in Everest region.
For those who have been to ebc & want to explore different part of Everest range with an adventure of peak climbing – Cholatse peak is the best choice.
The route & its offer
From Gokyo, gentle ascend takes us to the Cholaste Base Camp. Acclimatization walks to gokyo ri and other hilltops will make the trekking route an interesting walk in the Nepalese Himalaya. Besides adventure & adrenaline- observing the vast, hypnotic mountain ranges all around is extraordinary experience.
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Route till Cholatse Peak basecamp offers the spectacular topographic beauty of the Khumbu region and introduces trekkers to the ethnic variety of Nepali mountain life.
Furthermore, people in this region are influenced by Tibetan culture, villagers are warm & welcoming. So, it makes an unforgettable peak climbing experience in everest region.
Beautiful Chola glacier descends off the east face bordering with Thukla village.
The north and east faces of Cholatse peak can be seen from Dzonghla, on the trail to Mount Everest base camp.
Mt Cholatse peak climbing includes the caravan routes as – fly to Lukla and trek to Gokyo, climb Gokyo Ri for acclimatization, continues trekking to Cholatse Base Camp and returning from Phortse all the way down to Namche and final departure from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1 – Arrive Kathmandu transfer to hotel overnight in Kathmandu; BB
- Day 2 – Kathmandu equipment / permit preparation and Kathmandu valley sightseeing, overnight in Kathmandu; BB
- Day 3 – Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding 3.30 hours, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 4 – Trek to Namche 5/6 hours, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 5 – Rest day in Namche for Acclimatization, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 6 – Trek to Dole 6 hours, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 7 – Trek to Machherma 5 hours, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 8 – Trek to Gokyo 4 hours, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 9 – Acclimatization day in Gokyo, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 10 – Trek to Thangna 4 hours, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 11 – Trek to Cholatse Base Camp (5355m), overnight tented camp (B/L/D).
- Day 12 – Trek to Cholatse Base Camp (5355m), overnight tented camp (B/L/D).
- Day 13 – Rest day in Base Camp.
- Day 14 – Camp I to Camp II.
- Day 15 – Push Summit Cholatse and return to Camp I or Base Camp.
- Day 16 – Trek to Photse 5/6 hours, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 17 – Trek to Namche Bazaar (3446m, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 18 – Trek to Lukla, overnight at Lodge/Hotel (B/L/D).
- Day 19 – Kathmandu (BB).
- Day 20 – Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey or next trip (B)
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Itinerary for Cholatse peak Climbing
As your flight schedule, our airport representative will come to pick you up with your name and our company logo board, transfer you to a hotel in Kathmandu half an hour drive by private vehicle. No more activities that day, rest and relax, overnight in Kathmandu.
Check your equipment, helping our guide and do sightseeing in Kathmandu. Kathmandu is the colorful of Nepal, a fascinating blend of rational architecture and symbols of the twentieth century. It’s artistic and cultural heritages are evident where ornately carried balconies mingle with beautiful shrines and temples. If you have time, we recommend that you check out Durbar square, home to the palace of Kumari Devi, considered to be a living goddess. It is also worth the climb to visit Swayambhunath the monkey temple. Explore the network of street Markets and ally Bazaars and witness the burning Ghats at PashupatiNath. For those with a few extra days in Kathmandu, the neighboring towns of Patan and Bhaktapur are well worth a visit too. Evening welcome dinner with group meeting, overnight in Kathmandu.
Early morning, (40 minutes) flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m). Meet our trekking crews’. After finishing breakfast, proceed from Lukla to Khumbu, head north, past a Chorten with praying wheels and join the main tail at choplung (2696m) in less than one hour. The proceed from there head north crossing the Thado Khola (2554m) with the awesome trekking peak Kusum Khanguru (6483m) at it’s head. To reach Phakding (2640m), 1.30 hours from Choplung or almost 3.30 hours from Lukla.
To cross the west bank (right) of the Dudh koshi river, Continue through blue pine and rhododendron forests, pass a settlement if Metal worker (Tok Tok), village of Banker (2905m) with a small lodge, see a view of mt. Thamserku (6856m) 1 hr. In the short while cross to the east (left) bank and climb up through Chumowa, cross the Khansar Khola to reach Mondzo (2835m). Enter sagarmatha national park here. 45 minutes from Banker. Descend in a cleft to the west (right) bank of Dudh Kosi on a suspension bridge to reach Jorsule (2774m) 30 minutes. This is the last village before Namche. We take Lunch here & proceed to cross Dudh Kosi (Bhote Kosi) again to the left side & again to cross the main Dudh Kosi, climb up till to Namche Bazaar (3440m), proceed in pine forest. Can see, first view of Mt. Everest between Lhotse & Nuptse reach 2 and half hours from Jorsule.
Today is a rest day, however, we should do some activities such as to climb Syangboche airport, visit Sherpa home in khumjung/Khunde or view from Everest view point Hotel 2hr. Namche bazaar has many officials or offices, including army base camp and bank. Namche used to be a trading center, where grain from the south was exchanged for salt from Tibet and it remains now a trading center. Every Saturday is market day. It is the headquarters of Sagarmatha National park & Sagarmatha pollution controlled Project. Here is Sherpa Museum & monasteries too.
Trek to Dole (4260 meters) 6 hours. Today, the trail climbs steeply out of the valley through rhododendron forest, juniper and large conifers start to appear as the elevation increases making the trekking beautiful in spring. The trail passes through Yak Kharkas and summer settlements. The views of Khumbi La and Tawache are magnificent throughout the day. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Trek to Machherma (4470 meters) 5 hours. The trail climbs a ridge for an excellent view both down the valley to Kengtega and up towards Cho Oyu and descends to a river and again climbs steep to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa glacier. We will reach Machherma by early noon. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Today the trek takes us to one of our final destinations, Gokyo (4790m). We will make this camp our base for 3 nights as we will have a couple of sightseeing trips around Gokyo. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Trek Gokyo Ri (5483 meters) and then Back to Gokyo 5 hours. Today, early in the morning we climbed up to the top of Gokyo Ri at an elevation of 5483 meters, ample rewards for one attempt on this trip. There are stunning views of the supper Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas, such as giants as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu and Gychung Kang can be seen. Those who explore the glacier and Gokyo peak are rewarded. This day we have for acclimatization and after noon back to the camp. Overnight at Guesthouse, with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Trek to Thangna (4500 meters) 3 hours. Trekking to the foot of Cho La pass for our overnight stay at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Base Camp to Camp I.
After a hot camp breakfast we walk down to photse 4/5 hours trekking, overnight in a hotel/lodge.
Trek down to Dudhkoshi river crossing steeply and climb to Durbin Danda. Continues trek to Khumjung village, visit Hilary school and trek down to Namche Bazar 4/5 hours treks, overnight in Hotel.
Trek to Lukla (3404 meters) 6 hours. Finally we return to Lukla where the trek began, which seems like a lifetime ago. Enjoying time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. Overnight at the Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.)
Flight back to Kathmandu and sightseeing in Kathmandu valley Overnight at hotel.
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