Programs in Asia - Nepal and Tibet
Programs in Asia - Nepal and Tibet
High on Everest with Makalu in the background. Guy CotterThe joint American Alpine Institute Everest climb benefits from the combined experience of two of the world's leading pioneers in high-altitude guiding. The Institute brings the most extensive high altitude guiding record in the world to the guided expeditions with the highest success rate on Mt. Everest.
- Location:Khumbu Himalaya, Nepal
- Season:April - June
- Length:8-9 weeks
- Cost:$83,000
Climbing on the Southwest Ridge of Ama Dablam, 6828m / 22,402 ft. Guy CotterAma Dablam is one of the most beautiful and recognizable mountains in the world. Our classic line on the mountain's southwest ridge ascends sound rock and steep snow, with expansive views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu and dozens of other incredible mountains. This is an incredible mountain in an incredible range of mountains and is not to be missed.
- Location:Khumbu Himal, Nepal
- Season:October - November
- Length:28 days
- Cost:$19,500
Cho Oyu from base camp near the Nangpa La.Cho Oyu is a perfect entrance to 8,000 meter mountaineering. Although Cho Oyu is the 6th highest mountain in the world, it is considered to be the most achievable of the 14 peaks. Climbers often use this peak as a platform to prepare for Everest, as well as to tick an 8,000m peak off their to-do list.
In addition to climbing in a spectacular setting, this expedition makes use of the time necessary to acclimatize with a tailored visit to Lhasa, the heart of Tibetan culture.
- Location:Tibet, China
- Season:September - October
- Length:45 days
- Cost:$48,500
Three Peaks Hooray! Steve MoffatThis expedition provides a fantastic introduction to Himalayan climbing, and a unique opportunity climb three classic high altitude peaks in one of the most spectacular settings in the world. This program takes you through rural Nepal, past Everest Basecamp to Lobuche East (20,075ft/6,119m), Pokalde (19,048ft/5,806m) and Island Peak (20,305ft/6,189m). All three provide exceptional climbing experiences in one of the most famous alpine settings in the world! This is an expedition achievable to those newer to climbing but who have a desire to adventure in the highest mountains.
- Location:Khumbu Himal, Nepal
- Season:November - December
- Length:26 days
- Cost:$9,900
Island Peak above the town of Chukung. Colin Monteath - Hedgehog HouseThis trekking program explores several of the largest mountain valley systems in the Khumbu Himalaya. This trip runs alongside our Island Peak expedition, making it ideal for friends and family to join along the expedition and travel beside the expedition team.
- Location:Khumbu Region, Nepal
- Season:April - May; October - November
- Length:24 days
- Cost:$5,850 or $6,650 with Island Peak
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