Phakchhermo Peak Climbing
Overview
Phakchhermo Peak Climbing is an attractive and technically tough trekking peak which is located in the south of the famous Tashi Lapcha pass. Phakchhermo Peak Climbing is one of the rolling peaks which are very much suitable for climbing. One of the challenging and adventurous things to do in Nepal is peak climbing and many few of the visitors to trying this action due to its inconvenience and toughness. Tashi Lapcha pass is also known as or named in the map as Rolwaling pass. Till now this peak is unknown to maximum trekkers. It is a simple snowcapped peak above the ridge that rises from comparatively flat but crevassed glacier, which is still considered as the main climbing route for the peak. It is most important that that climber who cross Tashi captcha then they should climb to this peak climbing too. The major attraction of this peak climbing is the impressive views of surrounding in Nepal. This peak climbing offers insight of Sherpa culture and how the mountaineering in Nepal is done.
Phakchhermo Peak Climbing is a newly found peak which is not located on the map. The climbing over to this beautiful and glorious mountain will surely add some adventure in the life of the true adventure lover. This peak climbing has gained its popularity after the expedition of the ship ton’s and Gregory’s survey to the altitude of 6318m. The trekking to an unexplored area begins from Kathmandu valley with the short drive to Charikot. The season between April to May and October to November is considered one of the best seasons for this peak climbing. Mainly Sherpa people are seen in this region with their own culture and traditions. This peak climbing is regarded as the challenging peak climbing in the Everest region and Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Trekking route. On our way, we will be off with various natural beauty and different views of glowing mountain ranges.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu; transfer to the Hotel.
Day 02: Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Singati at Tented Camp
Day 04: Singati to Jagat and O/n at tented camp.
Day 05: Jagat to Simigaon and O/n at tented camp.
Day 06: Simigaon to Drauangbu and O/n at tented camp.
Day 07: Drauangbu to Bedding and O/n at tented camp.
Day 08: Acclimatization at Bedding and O/n at tented camp.
Day 09: Bedding to Na and O/n at tented camp.
Day 10: Na to Tso-Rolpa and O/n at tented camp.
Day 11: Tso-Rolpa to Yalung-Ri base camp and O/n at tented camp.
Day 12: Yalung-Ri Base Camp to Glacier Kharka and O/n at tented camp.
Day 13: Glacier Kharka to Drolumbau Glacier and O/n at tented camp.
Day 14: Drolumbau Glacier to Pachherma base camp after crossing Tashi Lapcha pass.
Day 15: Summit up to Pachherma peak and back to Basecamp.
Day 16: Base Camo to Thame and O/n at tented camp.
Day 17: Thame to Namche Bazaar and O/n at teahouse lodge.
Day 18: Namche to Lukla and O/n at teahouse lodge.
Day 19: Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla 30 minute
Day 20: Explore a day at Kathmandu
Day 21: Final International Departure
Details Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu
A delegate will be meet you at the arrival gate of Tribhuwan international airport then you will transfer to the hotel which you have chosen for relax and freshen up. In the evening we will have our welcome dinner with you and your trekking guide.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour
The second day of our trekking we will be taken for a full day sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley after having breakfast. In this day we will visit center of pilgrimage Pashupatinath temple and Swaymbunath which are enlisted in UNESCO world heritage sites. After sightseeing we come back to hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Shigati
After having breakfast in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Sigatte valley after spending one night in the Kathmandu valley. It takes almost 7 to 8 hours to reach Sigatte from Kathmandu which lies at the height of 1020 meter from the sea level and spend one night in Sigtte.
Day 04: Shigati to Gongar
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Gongar after spending one night in the Shigati. It takes almost 6 hours to reach Gongar from Shigati by walking into the Rhododendron forest and spend one night in Gongar village.
Day 05: Gongar to Simigaon
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards simigaon after spending one night in the Gongar village. We will moves towards the beautiful villages which takes almost 6 hours to reach gongar from Simigaon and spend one night in this village.
Day 06: Simigaon to Donga
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Donga after spending one night in the Simigaon village. It takes almost 5 to 6 hours to reach Donga from Simigaon which lies at the height 2800 meter from the sea level and spend one night in Donga village.
Day 07: Donga to Beding
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Beding after spending one night in Donga village. It takes almost 5 to 6 hours to reach Beding from Donga which lies at the height of 3960 meter from the sea level and spend one night in this village.
Day 08: Beding to Na
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Na village after spending one night in Beding. It takes almost 5 to 6 hours to reach Na from Beding which lies at the height of 4185 meter from the sea level and spend one night in Na.
Day 09: Na to Nyiduk Kongma
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Nyiduk Kongma after spending one night in Na. it takes almost 5 to 6 hours to reach Nyiduk Kongma from Na which lies at the height of 4750 meter from the sea level and spend one night in this village.
Day 10: Nyiduk Kongma to Drolumbau Glacier
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Drolumbau Glacier after spending one night in Nyiduk Kongma. We will pass through the fantastic panorama with the Traknding glacier and the great glacier wall of Drolumbau glacier to north and spend one night in this place.
Day 11: Drolumbau glacier to Tasi Lapsa
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Tashi lapcha Camp after spending one night in Drolambu Glacier. The route offers the best view of surrounding along with the beautiful peaks and spends one night in this village.
Day 12: Climb to Phakchhermo
After having breakfast early in the morning we will slowly start our trekking towards Phakchhermo after spending one night in the Tasi Lapsa. After we reach in Phakchhermo we will climb up these peaks and after summiting the peaks we will return back to the base camp later of the day and spend one night in this village.
Day 13: Trek to Namche bazaar
After spending one night in Phakchhermo we will slowly start our trekking towards Namche bazaar after having breakfast in the morning. It takes almost 4 to 5 hours to reach Namche bazaar from Phakchhermo and spend one night in this valley.
Day 14: Namche bazaar to Lukla
After having breakfast we will start our trekking come downward to the lukla after spending one night in the Namche bazaar. It takes almost 6 hours to reach lukla from the Namche bazaar which is at the height 2804 meter from the sea level and spend overnight in lukla.
Day 15: Lukla to Kathmandu
After having breakfast we will start our trekking come downward to the lukla after spending one night in the Namche bazaar. It takes almost 6 hours to reach lukla from the Namche bazaar which is at the height 2804 meter from the sea level and spend overnight in lukla.
Day 16: Farewell
We will proudly drop you to the airport to catch your flight back to your home.
Cost Details
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up and Drop by private car/van/bus.
- Hotel In Kathmandu: 2 Nights standard accommodation in Katmandu. The hotel is very clean, 24 hour hot shower, TV, free WI-FI and best location in Thamel city center.
- Both Way Domestic Air Ticket Lukla to Kathmandu.
- Kathmandu to Charikot by Jeep or bus
- You’re Meal in During the Trekking as Your standard meals (3 times a day Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with cup of tea of Coffee).
- $ 250 Per Person Special Climbing Permit.
- $ 300 Climbing Sherpa Per Person his climbing fee, insurance, equipment, food, accommodation etc.
- $ 500 Garbage Deposit.
- Climbing Gear as Harness, figure Eight, Rope, Snow bar
- 2 night full board Camp site at Base Camp
- Accommodation in Trekking: All accommodations in lodge/tea houses during the treks.
- Trekking Guide: An experienced, helpful, friendly and English speaking Trekking Guide. His well- paid salary, meals, accommodation insurance etc.
- Trekking Porter: porters (1 porter for 2 peoples). Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation.
- Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- All government taxes.
- Service charge.
Cost Excludes
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Katmandu).
- Your Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal Climbing Equipment as boots, Helpmate, Ice Exes
- Food in city Kathmandu (Also arrive early from mountain than our Itinerary.
- Your personal expenses. (Phone call, Laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porter, bottle of water or hot water, shower etc.)
- The entire alcoholic drinks and bar bills.
- Trekking Equipment: Sleeping bag, down jackets, and walking stick
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Extra Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu because of Early arrive or late departure. Early arrive from mountain (due to any reason) than the schedule Itinerary.
- Tips for the guide and porter.
Equipment List
There are many type of multiple trekking routes and selected depend on high altitude and Necessary Equipment. but all list Items area here.
Sleeping
- Tent (necessary for treks with camping)
- Sleeping bag (–15° bag will suffice on most treks)*
- Sleeping pad
- Silk liner
Hiking
- Backpack (size depends on whether or not you have porters)
- Hiking boots* (break them in beforehand)
- Camp shoes (your reward after a long day)
- Wool socks (bring a few pairs of varying thickness)
- Lightweight trekking pants
- Trekking shorts
- T-Shirts (lightweight wool is great)
- Underwear
Cold Weather
- Long underwear/Wool thermals
- Sweater
- Fleece
- Waterproof jacket and pants
- Heavyweight pants for high elevations (also good for camp)
- Heavy down jacket (can be rented in Kathmandu)
- Winter hat
- Winter gloves
Accessories
- Water purification (pump, tablets, or Steris Pen; bring from home)
- Water bottles (at least 3 liters total capacity)
- Baseball cap (the sun is strong at all elevations)
- Hiking poles (lessen the impact on your joints)
- Sunglasses (essential when you cross snow line)
- Head lamp with extra batteries
- Reading materials (Kindle may be best)
- Journal and pens
- Camera with extra batteries
- Day pack (for your rain jacket, snacks, camera, etc.)
- Heavy-duty duffle bag (preferred by porters)
- Gators (many people wear them but they are not mandatory)
Personal Supplies
- Sun screen
- Hand sanitizer
- Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, floss, etc.)
- Biodegradable bar soap
- Face/body wipes
- Biodegradable washing liquid
- Throat lozenges, lip balm
- Medications (Ibuprofen, others if necessary)
Extras
- Duct tape (fixes just about everything, at least temporarily. To avoid carrying an entire roll wraps the desired amount around a pencil)
- First aid kit (with moleskin for blisters)
- Extra passport photos and photocopies of your passport
According to actual official Itinerary and cost if any thing will adding date or staff, or condition bad weather take helicopter, Rescue about these thing the price will be adding.
If you have any more day extra we will organized different type of Activities as Mountain Flight, Helicopter, Jungle Safari, River Rafting, Bungee Jump, and Many other programs.
