Kangtega Expedition
Climb one of the most majestic peaks in the Khumbu region by signing up for the 36-day Kangtega Expedition. Perfect for seasoned climbers looking for technical difficulties and expansive vistas of Everest and the neighbouring Himalayas.
Product Brand: Nepalgram
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Pros
- A breathtakingly gorgeous peak known as "The Snow Saddle."
- Provides a challenging hike with technical parts and less people.
- Amazing views of the Khumbu, Thamserku, and Everest Himalayas.
Cons
- Technically challenging, only appropriate for experienced climbers;
- Difficult logistics and special permits are needed.
- The area has little capacity for rescue and support.
Kangtega Expedition (6782m) , also known as The Snow Saddle, is a major mountain peak of the Himalayas in Nepal. Its summit rises 6,782 meters rising majestically from the Khumbu and Hinku valley next to another prominent mountain of Thamserku to the North. Ever since its first expedition in 1964, the mountain has lured thousands of mountaineers to successfully ascend its peak.
We approach Kangtega from the South side over the Tsetrawala pass, passing through the Hinku glacier. It takes almost a week to reach the base camp situated at the bottom of the Kangtega ice-fall, resembling the famous Khumbu ice-fall of Mt. Everest. The camp to Kangtega is followed up with steep snow slopes, ice-falls and narrow crevasses. However, upon making it through its top, you are rewarded with the amazing mountain views and surrounding valleys’ beauty.
Climbing Kangtega is considered technically challenging due to its steep, icy slopes and unpredictable weather conditions. While it is not as high as some of the other peaks in the region, it requires solid mountaineering skills and experience with high-altitude climbing. Climbing Kangtega requires careful planning, preparation, and adherence to safety protocols. It’s essential to be well-equipped, physically fit, and accompanied by experienced guides and support staff.
Route to Kangtega Expedition
There is a trail you can follow to summit Kangtega Peak. The trail passes from Lukla, Tashing Ongma, Osila Kharka, Thangnak, and to the base camp of Kangtega Peak, this route is 23.6Km and the climbing route is 13.3Km.
The summit push typically involves climbing from Base Camp to Camp 1, Camp 2, and possibly Camp 3 before making the final push to the summit. The ascent to the summit requires navigating steep slopes, crossing glaciers, and overcoming technical challenges. After reaching the summit, you’ll descend back to Base Camp, retracing your steps along the route. Depending on the conditions and team’s schedule, you may spend additional days at higher camps during the descent.
Looking forward
After a rich Himalayan trekking experience, our Kantega Peak trip will end at the Lukla airstrip descending through the traditional trade center Namche Bazaar.
Nepalgram Adventure is glad to design your Kangtega Peak Climbing trip in Nepal as a complete Nepal travels with our experienced climbing/Trekking guides and expert staff for your satisfaction.
Costs
Spring Season $5600
Autumn $5400
Winter/Summer $5200
Kangtega Peak climbing cost details of Nepalgram Adventure
36 days trekking and climbing programs. Include Lodge, tent accommodations, Breakfasts, Lunch, Dinners, Porters’ High climbing guide & cook.
The price also includes fixed rope, main rope, ice crow, snow bar, ice hammer & all the group gears needed while climbing the peak.
Hotels in Kathmandu as per our itinerary are included. Transport, Climbing permit and insurance is included in the cost for Kangtega peak climbing.
We assure kind hearted and experienced staff who knows how-to trace the route on glacier route, high pass route, and how to fix the rope for ice climbing, and how to climb the Kangtega peak with minimal risk and precisely successful pattern.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1 – Arrival Kathmandu then Transfer to Hotel.
- Day 02-03: Stay in Kathmandu for paper work
- Day 04: Fly to Lukla (2800m), trek to Phakding (2640m).
- Day 05:Trek to Namche Bazaar (3446m). Overnight in lodge
- Day 06:Trek to Khumjung (3790m
- Day 07:Khumjung, acclimatization day.
- Day 08: Kangtega Base Camp.
- Day 09-29: Climbing Period
- Day 30: Cleaning up Base Camp.
- Day 31: Trek to Khumjung. Overnight in lodge
- Day 32: Trek to Phakding. Overnight in lodge
- Day 33: Trek to Lukla. Overnight in lodge.
- Day 34: Fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to your Hotel
- Day 35: Free day in Kathmandu for shopping.
- Day 36: Final Departure to your Country.
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Overview
Kangtega Expedition
Climb one of the most majestic peaks in the Khumbu region by signing up for the 36-day Kangtega Expedition. Perfect for seasoned climbers looking for technical difficulties and expansive vistas of Everest and the neighbouring Himalayas.
Product Brand: Nepalgram
5
Pros
- A breathtakingly gorgeous peak known as "The Snow Saddle."
- Provides a challenging hike with technical parts and less people.
- Amazing views of the Khumbu, Thamserku, and Everest Himalayas.
Cons
- Technically challenging, only appropriate for experienced climbers;
- Difficult logistics and special permits are needed.
- The area has little capacity for rescue and support.
Mt. Kangtega is The Snow Saddle and is a beautiful mountain, which rises majestically in the Everest Region. It touches the Khumbu and Hinku Valley and lies close to one of the main mountains of the Sherpas, that is, Thamserku.
You will take one week to reach the base of Kangtega base camp, which lies at an altitude of 5,182m/17,000ft. From the south side of Kantega, you will head off to its summit. Also, you climb on 45 to 50 degrees snow slope that leads you to a knife-edged short summit ridge, which offers you a great view of mountains and valleys. As you climb, you come across the Tsetrawala pass and the Hinku glacier. Camp I is set up at an altitude of 6,000m/19,680ft. Onward, there are some narrow crevasses and snow slopes.
We take about a week to reach the Mt. Kangtega (6,782m/22,244ft.) base camp situated at the bottom of the Kangtega Ice-Fall which resembles with the infamous Khumbu Ice Fall of Mt. Everest. Setting up our base camp at 5,182m/17,000ft. Though an obvious route up the mountain would be to follow the Ice Fall, we opt for the rock face leading to a ridge around 6,070m/19,909ft and rappel down for about 70 meters to reach at the top of the ice fall to avoid possible ice fall hazards. Camp I is placed here at an altitude of 6,000m/19,680ft. On ward we overcome some narrow crevasses and climb some interesting snow slope to reach camp two at 6,400m/20,992ft. on the south ridge of the mountain. Before the sun totally goes down, impressive mountain views can be viewed with a blue sky turning to golden and to crimson.
Next day, an early morning push through 45 ~ 50 degree snow slopes soon leads to knife edged short summit ridge. The summit offers great mountain views and the valley surrounding.
Our Sherpa support will help carry food, fuel, equipment and fix the rope.
Trip Highlights
- Get down to your business by 35-40 mins of flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
- Nestle in the region of Everest and coupling with the valley of Khumbu and Hinku.
- Kangtega has been getting the applaud backing by Thamserku peak to the North.
- Glaciers, ice falls, steep snow slopes and narrow crevasses makes your expedition route more exigent.
- Expedition to Kangtega and its 6782 m is truly mournful.
- Panorama of sky overriding snowcapped peaks including MT, Everest from its apex surely slip your intact mounting pain.
- One should listen of his body language.
- One to one professional Sherpa climbing guide and the substantial gears will hand over.
- Lodge and camping expedition.
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