Cholatse Peak Climbing 22 Days
Trip Facts
Group size
20+
Duration
22 Days
Trip Mode
Private car / Tourist coach
Level of difficulty
Moderate
Max. Altitude:
6,440m
Best Season
Anytime
Accommodation
Tea houses/Lodges
Start/End
Kathmandu
Trip Highlights
- High Technical Difficulty: Cholatse is graded as a "TD" (Très Difficile) or D+ level climb. The route is highly technical, involving sustained mixed climbing on rock, ice, and highly exposed knife-edge ridges. It is a serious climb that requires advanced skills and experience with technical mountaineering equipment.
- Remote and Scenic Route: The expedition takes you through the stunning and less-crowded Khumbu and Gokyo valleys. The trek to base camp is an incredible journey in itself, offering spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the pristine Gokyo Lakes.
- Extended Acclimatization: A typical Cholatse expedition lasts around 20 to 24 days. The itinerary is meticulously planned with multiple acclimatization days to prepare climbers for the extreme altitude and physical demands of the climb.
- Multi-Day Summit Bid: The climb to the summit is not a single-day push. It involves setting up at least one high camp to stage the final ascent. Climbers must be prepared for long days of climbing on steep, exposed terrain with a focus on safety and technical precision.
- Mandatory Permits and Expertise: A Cholatse expedition requires an NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association) climbing permit, a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, and a TIMS card. Due to the high level of technicality and risk, it is mandatory to be accompanied by a skilled, NMA-registered climbing guide.
Overview
Cholatse Peak Climbing is probably the longest peak climbing in Nepal. With more time comes more variation of trails, more fun, and more memories. Taking you deep into the valley of the Everest Region, you have a lot to witness during these 22 days. The trek starts as you take a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
Reaching Lukla, it will take another 2 days before you reach Namche Bazaar. Moreover, leaving the Everest Base Camp Trail we will move towards Dole and then to Gokyo, after an acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar. Another day of acclimatization comes in Gokyo, which will be around day 9.
From Gokyo, you move on to the Cho-La Pass leading you to Dzongla. From there Cholatse Base Camp is just a day away. With a day whole for Cholatse Peak Climb, after conquering the peak you start your descent. Through Pangboche and then to Namche Bazaar in just two days. From here you will trek back to Lukla and taking a flight back to Kathmandu marking the end of your journey.
Where does Cholatse Peak Lie?
Cholatse Peak Climbing, like most of the Everest Region mountain climbing, is an exquisite trip to the Himalayas of Nepal. You will also explore other high viewpoints in the Khumbu Region, such as Cho-La Pass.
The mountaineering experience you gain from Cholatse Climbing will help you go on other adventurous journeys. Furthermore, the altitude ascension on this trip is above 6,400 meters.
We have a 22-day package for the trek to Cholatse Peak. This package is economical and comes with accommodation facilities. Here, we have prepared detailed information about the whole trip.
Cholatse Peak Climbing starts when you arrive in Kathmandu City. First, you can relax, explore the city’s famous cultural heritage sites, and prepare for the trek. Your journey starts with a scenic flight to Lukla.
Once you enter the mountain region, your trekking adventure begins. You will acclimatize once we get to the renowned Namche Bazaar. The trail then leads to Gokyo Ri through Gokyo Valley, where you will see many astounding lakes. Throughout the journey, you will experience the cultural influence of Nepal and its natural beauty.
You can also see panoramic views of Mt.Lhotse (8,716 m) and Mt. Everest (8,848 m) when you reach Cho-La Pass and Dzongla to Cholatse Base Camp. Your journey will be successful when you ascend Cholatse Peak, and the returning trail begins.
Online trip briefing
Cholatse Peak Climbing is arguably the best Peak Climb, that this region offers. With it not being that hard as other great peak climbs. But offers you equal experience, and lets you experience what really does mountaineering feels like in Nepal
Itinerary
We will greet you at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu on your first trip day. Our team heartily welcomes you to our beautiful country. After a short introduction with our team members, we will drop you at your comfy hotel, where you’ll spend the night.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
1,310m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
The next day, we will take you sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley. We will only be able to cover the major tourist attractions sights. You will be fascinated by the historical and religious heritage sites like Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Bauddhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, and many more.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
1,310m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
The next day, after resting for the night, you’ll have an early flight to Lukla, which takes around 40 minutes to reach. Moreover, you’ll encounter a stunning sight of the mountain region of Nepal on your way.
After the safe and adventurous flight, we’ll begin our trek to Phakding, coming across many local villages with spectacular views of the highest peaks. We’ll be staying for the night in Phakding, enjoying the mountain civilizations and the delicacy of delicious Nepali food.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
2,800 m (Lukla) & 2,652 m (Phakding)
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
After a refreshing breakfast, we’ll begin our trek to the famous Namche Bazaar the following sunrise. Although we will start our walk on a flat surface, we will gradually trek the uphill valley, followed by a downhill. Then, we’ll walk along the path through lovely pine forests and the Dudh Koshi river to Monjo Village.
Here, we’ll see Mt. Everest’s gorgeous, frosty scenery from a distance once we climb Namche Bazaar. We’ll spend the night and relax after a long tiring day.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
3,440 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
This rest day will allow you to acclimate to the altitude of the capital of the Khumbu region, Namche Bazaar. Hence, hiking in the same area in a place like Khumjung or a two-hour climb to the Everest View Hotel (3880 m) would be an excellent beginning to adapt your body to a higher altitude.
Similarly, you’ll find many fellow tourists and can shop for unique souvenirs like pashmina, wool, and handmade accessories. You can even visit the Sherpa Culture Museum, where you can explore the cultural significance of people living in the region along with the famous Sherpa mountaineering history.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
3,440 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
We will start trekking toward Dole the following day after a refreshing breakfast. The trail starts from an easy walk to Sansa, leading up to Mang-La Pass. You will see Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt.Nuptse, Mt. Ama Dablam, and many more throughout the route taking you to Dole.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
4,200 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
Today, we will move further uphill toward Machherma from Dole. We will stop by tea shops and viewpoints to see beautiful landscapes. Once we reach our destination, we will stay for the night.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
4,470 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
The trail to Gokyo is an exciting journey. We will spend the day ascending paths leading there with stunning views alongside us. By the end of the day, you will be clicking pictures of the lovely lakes of Gokyo Valley.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
4,790 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
After climbing over 4,700 meters, you need to rest and let your body adapt to the altitude and climate. We will stay in Gokyo for the day and explore the area. You can also connect with the nearby villagers and learn about their cultures.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
4,790 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
We will trek toward the other side of the mountain, early in the morning, after breakfast. Passing through the Ngazumpa Glacier, we will reach Thagnak. Today, our trek will be cut short, and we will have a whole afternoon to rest and acclimatize.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
4,700 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
Our trek is going to get very challenging at this point. The trail is steeper, and difficulties come along with it. When we arrive at the top of Cho La pass, we can see many prayer flags and a frozen lake. We can see Mt. Ama Dablam towards the south range of mountains.
Crossing through crevasses, we will reach Dzong Village, where we can see the astounding views of Mt. Cholatse, Ama Dablam, and Lobuche mountains, as well as Pheriche Village.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
5,370 m (Cho-La Pass), 4,830 m (Dzongla)
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
We will climb to Cholatse Base Camp today. The adventure keeps getting more exciting as we get close to the destination. The views of beautiful mountains get better and more precise as we walk through rocky trails. Once we reach the Base Camp, we will set up our tent and rest for the night.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
5,000 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
The climbing period needs many things to be considered for your safety and health. You could have altitude sickness if we rush into it. So, we will get familiar with the environment and stay in the base camp for a few days. When the Sherpas decide you are ready and the weather is clear, you will finally summit the peak.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
Above 5,000m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
After your successful climb, the returning journey begins. We will move toward Pangboche from Cholatse Base Camp. The trail is descending, and we will reach Pangboche Village within 4 hours.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
3,900 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
As we climb to Namche Bazaar, our return journey will be full of ups and downs. On our way, we’ll have lunch at Tengboche and cross the rhododendron forest again before reaching Namche Bazaar, where we’ll stay overnight.
If you haven’t gotten the souvenirs yet, this night will be your opportunity to shop for yourself and your adored ones back home.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
3,440 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
Next, the trail then descends to Lukla, where we will reach observing the Dudh Koshi river. Then, we will pass through a dense forest, experiencing more flora and fauna and crossing several villages. Finally, we’ll celebrate our successful climb to Pokalde Peak. This day marks your victorious mountain climb along with your trekking team members.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
2,800 m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
After spending the victorious night the next day, you’ll return to Kathmandu on the 20th day of your trek. Again, after around 40 minutes of a flight back to Kathmandu, you’ll arrive at your comfortable hotel, where you can relax for the day or take a quick nap.
Similarly, you can also take your time to explore the city on the last day. We’ll have a goodbye dinner at night with the whole trekking group.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
1,310m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
After successful mountain climbing, you deserve a day to yourself. On this day, you will spend your time in Kathmandu city. Moreover, you can explore the culture and have fun.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
1,310m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
Your 22-day trip to Cholatse Peak successfully ends today. So, you’ll be returning home after a long, exhausting, and excellent trek. Today, we’ll drive you to the Tribhuwan International Airport according to your scheduled flight.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Different:
1,310m
Accommodation:
Hotel/Lodge
Price Includes
- Airport Pick up and Drop Service
- Assistance at the International airport Nepal Lion Tours and Treks while arriving and departing in Kathmandu.
- Deuxe hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on B/B plan
- Experienced and government licensed high altitude trekking guide during the trekking and climbing
- Schedule Flight Tickets for Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu sector to all climbing members, guide
- All trekking and mountaineering equipment like; kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tents, tables, chairs, and cooking utensils for advance Base Camp and camp two.
- Common climbing equipment (necessary fixed and main rope, ice bars, ice screws, snow bar etc)
- 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch, and Dinners with tea/ coffee) in available tea house/hotel/lodge during the trekking
- All food and fuel for Base Camp and higher camps during the expedition for both members and crews.
- Trekking Permit (Sagarmatha National Park entry fee)
- TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System).
- Expedition Royalty and climbing permit of Nepal Government
- One Experienced, Trained, Government Licensed Climbing Sherpa Guide
- All wages, equipment, medical and accidental Insurances for all involved staff in trekking and expedition.
- First Aid medical kits for the Group and the staff.
- Emergency Oxygen, mask, and regulator provided on requirement of guest with appropriate charge
- Our service charge and Government Taxes levied in Nepal
- Complete pre-departure information
- Flight ticket reconfirmation
- Farewell Dinner
Price Excludes
- Food and Accommodation in Kathmandu
- International Flight Ticket
- Personal clothing, and equipment, Travel insurance, Optional trips.
- Service not specified in the Cost Includes.
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FAQ's for Cholatse Peak Climbing 22 Days
General
Cholatse Peak (6,440 m) is a technical Himalayan climbing peak located between the Gokyo and Khumbu valleys. Known for its steep ice faces and narrow ridges, it’s considered one of Nepal’s most beautiful but demanding peaks—suitable for experienced climbers seeking a serious challenge.
The best climbing seasons are:
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Spring (April–May) – stable climbing conditions & warmer temperatures
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Autumn (October–November) – clear skies & excellent visibility
These months provide the most reliable summit windows.
Itinerary & Duration
A full Cholatse expedition takes 21–24 days, including approach via Gokyo or Khumbu, acclimatization, and the technical climbing phase.
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Trekking Days: 5–7 hours of walking
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Acclimatization Days: High-altitude hikes around Gokyo or Dzongla
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Climbing Phase: 4–6 days of technical climbing & fixed-rope work
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Summit Day: 12–14 hours round-trip
This climb requires high endurance and strong mountaineering skills.
Transportation
The expedition begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. From there, you trek through the Khumbu or Gokyo Valley toward Cholatse Base Camp.
Weather-related delays are possible. Nepal Lion Treks includes buffer days and helps coordinate alternative flight or helicopter options if needed.
Altitude & Safety
Cholatse Peak’s summit stands at 6,440 meters.
Yes. Acclimatization is built into the itinerary. Guides conduct daily health checks using oximeters and ensure a gradual altitude gain.
Yes—Cholatse is classified as a highly technical peak. The climb involves:
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Steep rock and ice sections
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Fixed rope ascents
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Front-point cramponing
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Mixed climbing (rock + ice)
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Exposed summit ridges
This climb is only suitable for climbers with previous mountaineering experience.
Accommodation & Food
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Teahouses during the trek
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Expedition tents at Base Camp and High Camp
Tented camps include dining tents, sleeping tents, and a full kitchen setup.
Three meals per day during the trek and climb. During the climbing phase, meals are prepared by the expedition cook team (soups, pasta, rice, potatoes, vegetables, hot drinks, etc.).
Services & Guides
Yes. A UIAGM/IFMGA–trained or NMA-certified climbing Sherpa leads the technical sections, fixes ropes, manages anchors, and ensures your safety on steep ice and rock.
Yes. Porters carry your trekking gear, and additional high-altitude porters support the climbing logistics and equipment.
Your climbing guide will:
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Lead all technical pitches
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Set fixed ropes & anchor points
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Manage glacier safety
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Monitor your altitude health
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Assist on both ascent and descent
Cholatse is technical—expert guidance is essential.
Permits & Costs
You need:
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Cholatse Peak Climbing Permit (NMA)
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Sagarmatha National Park Permit
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Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit
Nepal Lion Treks arranges all necessary permits.
Yes. All required permits are fully included.
Preparation & Gear
You need excellent physical fitness, including:
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Strong cardiovascular endurance
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High-altitude trekking experience
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Ability to climb steep ice and mixed terrain
Training for 2–3 months is recommended.
Yes. Cholatse is not suitable for beginners. You must have prior experience with:
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Crampons & ice axe
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Fixed ropes & jumaring
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Rock and ice climbing
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Previous 5,500m+ trekking peaks
Essential items include:
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Double mountaineering boots
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Crampons
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Technical ice axe
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Harness & safety gear
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Helmet
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Ascender & descender
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Down suit or heavy down jacket
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-20°C sleeping bag
Many items can be rented in Kathmandu.
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