This climb is a first ascent expedition in the best season.
LEADERSHIP
Luke Smithwick will be leading this first ascent expedition working alongside his team of top notch local guides and staff.
Luke Smithwick
PROVING GROUND
Come and test yourself on a first ascent in the spectacular Himalaya, with the guides and resources to keep you safe and informed.
TRUST
Climbing at 6000 meters is no place to be short on resources. We make the proper advance preparations to ensure that our team will be properly cared for, from airport to summit to airport.
FEATURES
- Spectacular and scenic fixed wing flights through the Himalaya
- High adventure
- Expedition style climbing with fixed ropes and established camps
- 1:2 (sherpa:climber) ratio of climbing Sherpas (rope fixing, camp establishment, climbing assist)
- western guides, Luke Smithwick
- full instruction and review for the climb in base camp
- expedition chef providing Asian fusion and western cuisine
Namaskar and Tashi Delek
ITINERARY
Sunday 1 November 2026 – arrive Kathmandu, night stay Dalai La Boutique Hotel
2-3 Nov – flights to trekking point
4 – 7 Nov – trek BC
8 – 22 Nov – climbing
23 – 25 Nov – trek airport
26 Nov – fly Kathmandu
27 Nov – Kathmandu
Saturday 28 November 2026 – depart Kathmandu (or stay on)
Dates
1 - 28 November 2026 (28 days)
Region
Nepal
Difficulty
Moderate
Price
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Trip Deposit: US$1,000
