The Pachermo Peak climbing trip is an exhilarating adventure that takes you to the heart of the Himalayas in Nepal. Standing tall at an impressive altitude of 6,187 meters (20,298 feet), Pachermo Peak also offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for climbers seeking a thrilling expedition.
The journey begins in Kathmandu, where you will embark on a scenic flight to Lukla, a small town nestled in the Everest region. From Lukla, the trekking trail winds through picturesque Sherpa villages, lush forests, and captivating landscapes. As you make your way to the base camp of Pachermo Peak, you'll also get captivate by the breathtaking beauty of the Khumbu Valley and the surrounding snow-capped peaks.
The climb itself demands physical fitness and some prior climbing experience. The ascent to Pachermo Peak also involves navigating through steep slopes, glaciers, and icy ridges, requiring the use of technical mountaineering skills such as rope handling and ice axe techniques. However, with the guidance of experienced Sherpa guides and a well-planned itinerary, you'll have the opportunity to test your limits and achieve the summit.
Reaching the top of Pachermo Peak is an extraordinary accomplishment. From the summit, you'll be rewarded with panoramic views that extend as far as the eye can see, with towering giants like Everest, Cho Oyu, and Lhotse dominating the skyline. The feeling of standing atop this majestic peak is indescribable and will leave you with memories that last a lifetime.
After the successful summit, the descent takes you back through the charming villages of the Khumbu region, where you can immerse yourself in the unique Sherpa culture and hospitality. You'll have the chance to visit ancient monasteries, interact with local communities, and gain a deeper understanding of their way of life.
The Pachermo Peak climbing trip is an extraordinary adventure that combines physical challenge with awe-inspiring natural beauty. It is an experience that pushes boundaries, tests endurance, and rewards with the sheer joy of conquering a Himalayan peak. So, prepare yourself for an unforgettable journey that will leave you with a sense of accomplishment and a profound appreciation for the grandeur of the mountains.
Welcome to Kathmandu, a city full of vibrant markets, bustling streets, colorful temples and grand pagodas. After you land at the Tribhuvan International Airport of Kathmandu, our guide will receive you at the exit gate. He will then transport you to the hotel we have booked for you in Kathmandu. The remainder of the day you will have an opportunity to familiarize yourself with the shopping areas closest to your hotel and catch up on shopping for equipment. After resting for a while, you can take an individual tour of nearby streets. You can visit the Thamel restaurants and pubs and have your first taste of delicious Nepali cuisine.
Today is your free day in the capital, after having breakfast in your hotel, you can take a self-tour of Kathmandu Valley. We suggest you visit the famous Monkey Temple, and Boudhanath to observe the Buddhist culture of the locals.
You can also pay a visit to the most important Hindu Temple of Pashupatinath and learn the unique form of Hindu funeral ritual. If time permits, you can also take a taxi ride to Patan, and Bhaktapur and discover the reason why these sites are listed as the Heritage site of UNESCO.
In the evening, our guide will meet you at the hotel and he will give you a brief introduction to the trip ahead. He will also introduce you to our team, and group members with whom you will be spending the entire time during the trek. Conjointly, our team member will also do paper & permit works and gear arrangements. In this way, we will finish the second day of the itinerary.
Early in the morning, our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel to drive to Chhetchhet via a private bus or jeep depending on the group size. The drive can take anywhere from 6 to 9 hours depending on the traffic.
We will be driving over the Araniko Highway which will take us through several beautiful small towns of Bhaktapur, Banepa, Dhulikhel, and Dolalghat. When we arrive at Khadichaur, we will take a small break from the drive to have our lunch.
We will then proceed with our journey and cross the bridge over the BhoteKoshi River. We will be at Dolakha eventually with the beautiful view of the massive Gaurishankar up front. After about 3 hours, we enter the region of the Tama Koshi river. After about 2 hours, we will cross the Gonggar Khola and reach Chhetchhet.
We have reserved a comfortable lodging in the village where we will rest for the night with a beautiful view of the graceful waterfall.
We will begin our first day of trek to reach a small Sherpa village of Simigaon. We will first cross the suspension bridge and climb the steep path before emerging onto terraced fields.
The trail beautified with the colorful chortens and Mani walls announces the approach of Simigaon. We will cross the Tama Koshi river and continue our walk to finally arrive at the village. We will stay over the night in one of the guesthouses of the village.
If time allows, we will spend some time in the monastery and observe the glory of Gaurishankar Himal.
After breakfast, we will resume our trek through the constant ups and downs passing into the dense forests of Himalayan firs, bushes, birch, oak, rhododendron, and thick moss. The huge bamboo plants create a shady pleasant path for us ahead.
We will frequently cross the small streams along the way constantly monitored by Gaurishankar Himal on the left. As we catch a glimpse of the Chekigo summit, it indicates we are soon approaching the Dongkang village.
The village is situated on the Rolwaling Khola and is a wonderful village with numerous guesthouses for us to spend the night.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
After a fulfilling breakfast, we will cross the Rolwaling Khola and trek to the forest to the north. Our path will gradually climb to a clearing, and the small villages of Nyimare and Ramding come into view. After crossing these villages, we will walk through the farm fields and reach Beding.
In the late afternoon, we will visit its monastery, and take a small tour of its narrow gorge and soak in the daily lives of its locals. The village offers a magnificent view of Menlugtse at an elevation of 7181 m. It is the highest mountain of the Rolwaling Himal range.
We will leave Beding and go along the uphill trek as the landscape slowly becomes more alpine. The climb can be steep but the surrounding view is very rewarding with the magical spectacle of Chubutse and Chugimago.
The Rolwaling valley now widens with several prayer walls and yak pastures. After about 4 hours, we will be at Na Gaon which is the last settlement of the valley. There are a few lodges here where we will rest for tonight.
We have assigned this day for acclimatization and local exploration of the village. We can take a tour of a small rock monastery where we can see monks meditating. We can rest and relax for the rest of the day observing the locals farming the fields and engaging in their everyday life.
After breakfast, we will leave Na Gaon and head to cross the river to the south bank. We will then follow a stream to reach the small settlement of Sangma. We will again cross a wooden bridge and ascend the moraines toward Lake Tsho Rolpa.
The lake is the largest glacial lake in Nepal which is also known as Tsho Pokhari. We will walk to the south of the lake to arrive at Chugima where we will set up the camp for tonight. You will have a marvelous view of Chobutse in its full splendor.
After a hot breakfast in the Chugima Camp, we will now proceed with our hike to Tolumbau, just below the Tashi Lapcha pass. The trek is going to be quite challenging as the trail is entirely on a glacier composed of loose unstable rocky path.
We will constantly be going up and down over small glacial ridges which will lead us to Jabowa. Our field staff will set up the camp and prepare for the challenging trek of the next day.
We will start our day at dawn today as it going to be a long journey ahead. No climbing experience is required to climb to the Pass. We will go up steep slopes and hike over some rocky passages using our hands to balance ourselves. Our guide will fix the ropes for crossing these slopes when needed.
We will go the easy path of the glacier that will take us to the Tashi Lapcha Pass. From the Pass, you can see the Pachhermo to the southeast, and on the north, you can view the rocky pillar of Tengi Ragi Tau.
After treating our eyes with the remarkable spectacle, we will now begin our trek short descent to Tashi Phuk or Pachermo Base Camp. We will set up the camp to protect ourselves from wind and cold. From the Camp, you can have the best view of the route that will take us to the Pachhermo summit tomorrow.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Here comes the day when we climb the Pachhermo Peak, the highlight of our trip. Early at dawn, we will begin our ascend over the steep icy slopes. Depending on the condition, our guide will use the fixed ropes for easy climbing. The maximum inclination you have to deal with here can be 45 to 50 degrees.
After about 4 to 5 hours, we will be standing at the top of the summit. Enjoy the all-around view of Cho Oyu, Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu as well as the entire Khumbu area.
After clicking some pictures, we will descend to the Base camp. We will then rest and have a hearty hot soup to warm up our bodies.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Our route from today will continuously descend downhill taking us to the famous Khumbu region. We will descend through the snowy path toward the East which will lead us to the small village of Thengba. The village lies under the massive rocky ice wall of 6257 m tall Thyangmoche. We will rest at one of the guesthouses available in the village.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Leaving Thengba after having breakfast, we will hike along the Thame Khola. After about 2 hours, we will arrive at Thame Monastery. If we are fortunate enough, we may witness the puja ceremony of the monks living in the monastery. After a brief stop at the monastery, we will descend to Thame where we will rest overnight.
This small Sherpa village is situated at the junction point of the valley and Nangpa La Pass. A small hydroelectric dam financed by the Austrians is located in this town which we will visit in the afternoon.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Leaving Thame, we will descend comfortably through the easy trail along the Bhote Koshi River. In about 4 to 5 hours, we can see beautiful blue and green roofs of the houses of Namche Bazaar.
From Namche, we can have the most incredible views of Ama Dablam, Everest, and other snow-capped mountain giants of Nepal. There are numerous cafes where you can enjoy a hot cup of coffee and pastry. We will rest comfortably for the night at one of the colorful guest houses of Namche.
You can visit small shops and shop for Tibetan arts or you can visit the Sherpa museum as well.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
In the morning we will enjoy a warm breakfast with the Himalayan giants in front of our eyes. Then we will descend to Phakding a tiny Sherpa village and a stop for numerous trekkers going to Everest Base Camp.
Notice how the landscape becomes more green and luscious as we cross numerous villages on the way. We will continue with our steep descent to Lukla in peace and quiet. This is the end of our trek, we will have a small gathering with our team and congratulate each other for succeeding in this trek.
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With an early morning flight of about 30 to 40 minutes, we will be at Tribhuvan International airport of Kathmandu. Enjoy the scenic flight as we directly fly over the massive mountain ranges. We will transfer you to the hotel in the city where you can take a long-awaited hot shower.
Stroll around Thamel or Durbar Marga, enjoy the charm of the city, and dine in one of the finest restaurants.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
We will have a free day planned to explore the remaining sites of Kathmandu. The world heritage sites like Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square and Nagarkot would be our main priority. Besides sightseeing, we will be shopping for homes at the local market. This spare day is necessary in the event if our flight from Lukla gets delayed due to bad weather or any other reasons. Without heavy backpacks, we will roam around the busy alleys of Kathmandu. It will conclude with a farewell dinner with the team. We will share experiences.
Farewell and have a safe journey back home. After you have your breakfast, our driver will pick you up from the hotel and drive you to the Tribhuvan International airport. Our company representative will take you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. We hope we have given 100 % to make your journey safe and comfortable. Remember us for your next adventure to Nepal.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner