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                                        destination
                                        Mount Pumori
                                    
                                        duration
                                        31 Days
                                    
                                        grade
                                        Difficult
                                    
                                        start/end point
                                        Kathmandu/Kathmandu
                                    
                                        max altitude
                                        7161m
                                    
                                        season
                                        Spring/Autumn

Overview

Mount Pumori expedition at the elevation of 7161 meters lies on the Mahalalangur on Nepal-Tibet border is a pyramid-shaped peak just behind the Kala Patthar at the elevation of 5643 meters. The Literal, meaning of Pumori, is an unmarried daughter or sometimes referred to as “Everest Daughter” in Sherpa language. This expedition is the most suitable expedition for aspiring more technical and high peaks 8000 meters like Everest.

Mount Pumori was successfully first ascended by a German-Swiss expedition in 1964. Despite being 7000-meter Mountains, this peak climb is technically challenging. This expedition offers awe-inspiring photographic outlooks of the Snowy Mountains including Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse. The climb to Pumori it fun and reasonably straightforward ad accessible climb and has relatively low danger. The climbing route to the peak via the Standard Route on the South East Ridge requires good and understandable knowledge of alpine climbing. The Base camp set up at the elevation of 5300 meters and then takes us to the other high camp. Camp I at the elevation of 5700 meters, Camp II at the elevation of the 6200 meters and the camp III at the elevation of 6480 meters.

Frontier treks team provides very professional, friendly and helpful service to the expedition team. The journey comprises acclimatization and rest, proper food and the lodging. As the climb requires a moderate technical climb on ice and snow, the team will provide the entire essential information and the training.

Seasonal highlights of the expedition:

Autumn and Spring is a good season for the expedition
Clear view with clear days and sky
Colorful forest with a blossom of wildflower
Monsson and winter offseason
High risk of landslide and avalanche
Unpredictable weather, poor visibility

Trip Highlights

Visit Sir Edmund Hillary established school
Reach the summit of Mount Pumori 7161 meters.
Cultural exploration, get to know Sherpa villages, explore Tengboche Monastery
Outraging panorama of Nepal and Tibet Landscape covered with snow peaks
Hike and climb to the Mt. Pumori with close outlooks of Mt. Everest.

Itinerary

Day 1: Advent at Kathmandu (1345 meters).

Our representative greets you upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport. After a warm welcome, s/he escorts you to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Climbing preparation and Kathmandu valley sightseeing.

Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2800 meters) from Kathmandu and then hike to Phakding (2540 meters). Duration: 3-4 hours.

Day 4: Namche Bazaar trek (3440 meters). Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 5: Exploration and acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar.

Day 6: Trek to Tyangboche (3867 meters) leaving Namche Bazaar. Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4260 meters) leaving Tyangboche. Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 8: Trek to Lobuche (3930 meters) leaving Dingboche. Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 9: Trek to Gorakshep and then hike to Everest Base Camp (5380 meters) and retrace Gorakshep. Duration: 7-8 hours.

Day 10: Kala Patthar hike (5545 meters) and then trek to Pumori Base Camp (5200 meters). Duration: 4-5 hours.

Day 11- Day 25: Climbing duration and retrace Base camp

Day 26: Trek to Dingboche. Duration: 4-5 hours.

Day 27: Trek back to Tyangboche. Duration: 4-5 hours.

Day 28: Trek back to Namche Bazaar. Duration: 4-5 hours.

Day 29: Trek back to Lukla. Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 30: Back to Kathmandu. Duration: 45 minutes.

Day 31: International departure.

Inclusion / Exclusion

Inclusion

Airport Pickup and drop
4 Nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu with B/B plan
Flight From/to Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
All necessary transportation and costs during trekking and expedition
Climbing Permit, National Park, Garbage disposal, summit route and rope fixing
Meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner including hot drinks, tea/coffee)
Liaison Officer and his wages
Expedition cook and helpers
Necessary porters from/to base camp
Wages, equipment, meal, accommodation, transportation, and insurance for all expedition staff
60kg luggage per member
From base camp to Camp 3 branded tent will be provided
Tents (Dining, kitchen, toilet, shower, communication) and mattress, Pillow, Table, Chair, and other materials
Generator, heater at base camp and solar panel at c2 for light and power
Satellite-phone, Internet (Costs as per use), Walkie-talkie for members and climbing staffs as required
First aid kit for emergency use
Daily weather forecast report throughout the complete expedition
Types of equipment’s (gas, gas burner, dynamic climbing rope, ice screws, snow shovel, snow bars and carabineer and other necessary items)
Enough oxygen (and mask regulator and extra Sherpa to rescue or replace is available at Base Camp, in case of emergencies, (Note: If oxygen used: USD550 per Oxy)
One climbing Sherpa to each member
2 oxygen bottles for each member and 1 bottle for Sherpa
Equipment, allowance and wages for Base Camp cook and helpers
Heli rescue insurance for high altitude staffs (Sherpa, cook, helper, porter)
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu

Exclusion

International Airfare
Nepali entry Visa fee
Meal (Lunch and dinner) during stay in Kathmandu
Special permit for (filming, camera, and drone)
Personal Insurance (Travel, high altitude, accident, medical and emergency rescue)
Personal gears, alcohol, and staff tips
Bonus for Sherpa US $.