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| Lobuche East 6119 m - 20076 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group B peak | Naya Kanga 5844 m - 19150 ft Starting point: Dhunche Location Group B peak |
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| Ombigaichan 6340 m - 20795 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group A peak | Pharchamo Peak 6187 m - 20300 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group B peak |
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| Langsisa Ri 6427 m - 21087 ft Starting point: Dunche Location Group A peak | Kyazo Ri 6186 m - 20237 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group A peak |
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| Kongma Tse 5849 m - 19191 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group B peak | Island Peak 6160 m - 20211 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group B peak |
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| Chulu West 6485 m - 21277 ft Starting point: Besisahar Location Group B peak | Kwangde 6011 m - 19716 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group B peak |
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| Nirekha 6159 m - 20208 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group A peak | Pisang Peak 6091 m - 19802 ft Starting point: Besisahar Location Group B peak |
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| Pokhalde 5806 m - 19050 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group B peak | Abi Peaks 6097 m - 20004 ft Starting point: Lukla Airport Location Group A peak |
If you can trek why not climb??
Friendship Trek is the pioneers of the first mountaineering school for westerners in Nepal. Nepal is the perfect classroom clear skies, warm days and consistent conditions. We do not want to just lead you to the top of a snow - capped mountain. We want to teach you the skills to make you a competent team member of any future mountaineering expedition. Our ratio of one instructor to three when learning skills or being guided, means you will get high level of attention we consider necessary.
Who can join the courses???
This course is suitable for the complete novice or a good refresher course for those who want to climb again. You will have discussions on equipment. Weather, avalanches and mountaineering in general. You will have instruction on crevasse rescue, glacier travel, ice climbing, and snow craft. So even if you have climb before you will be having a full and comprehensive revision course on some of the most important skills in mountaineering.
What to carry while climbing??
You will need a small day sack to put an extra fleece in, camera, water bottle, and potentially your water proofs. That's all.
Friendship Trek Team:
Our instructors are picked for their knowledge and expertise in the mountaineering. If you feel safe, it means you relax, learn more, and enjoy yourself. Our teams are chosen for their personality and their professionalism. We want you to have one of the most memorable experiences of your life and you share it with has a large part to do with it. So, if you can trek why not climb??
Climbing Trips:
Who can join the courses?
This climbing courses is suitable for the complete novice or as a Great refresher for those who want to climb again. The course Curriculum includes an introduction to equipment, ice climbing skills, rope work and comprehensive mountaineering safety techniques.
Full organize trekking trip including 2 days white water rafting on BK River:
Mera Peak (6421m):
15 Days US$ 2000 per person - 02-16 April, 18April-02May 05-19May, 21May-04June.
Lobuche Peak(6119m):
Six days course £650 per person including Air Ticket.- March 25-30, April 13-18, May 04-09, Oct. 03-08,15-20, Nov 24-29.
Lobuche Mountaineering Instruction Course:
Our instructors are picked for their knowledge and expertise in the mountaineering. If you feel safe, it means you relax, learn more, and enjoy yourself. Our teams are chosen for their personality and their professionalism. We want you to have one of the most memorable experiences of your life and you share it with has a large part to do with it. So if you can trek why not climb??
Laurence Nielson and Ang Gyalzen Sherpa made the first recorded ascent to Lobuche East on 25 April 1984. The mountain consists of two summits, East and West with heights of 6,119 m and 6,145 m respectively. A continuous ridge connects them but there is still a sharp gap and a considerable distance between them.
This Peak is recognized as a trekking peak, whereas the West is known as an Expedition Peak. The East face rises over the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to a spectacular skyline, forming the south ridge.
This course is suitable for the complete novice or as a great refresher for those who want to climb again. The course curriculum includes an introduction to equipment, crevasse rescue, ice climbing skills, rope work and comprehensive mountaineering safety techniques.
There are three itinerary options for Lobuche Mountaineering Instruction Course:
A. Self-acclimatizing, and joining the course in the mountain village of Dzongla. (6 days):
Trekking Peak Equipment List:
Friendship Trek will provide the technical climbing equipment, including: harness, axes, helmets, crampons, carrabinas, ropes and base camp camping and cooking equipment.
You will need to supply the following personal equipment. If you do not have the following equipment you can rent it when you arrive in Kathmandu. Our office staff will take you to one of several quality trekking rental stores.
MOUNTAINEERING:
. Waterproof trousers
. Gloves (liner/layer/shell)
. Plastic boots
. Thermal bottoms / top
. Day sack
. Sleep mat (4 wk course)
. Gaiters
Check your gear works before setting out, hire gear fits, etc. Your mountaineering equipment will be packed into a separate bag provided. Friendship Trek & Expeditions will transport this separately to base camp. You will NOT have access to this bag until base camp. You only need to carry what you need for trekking, not climbing. Friendship Trek can arrange a porter to Dzongla for you if you would like to trek with just a day pack.
Personal Equipment List
. Backpack
. Day Pack (if using porter support)
. Trekking Boots/ shoes
. Socks x 3
. Sleeping Bag (4 season)
. Down Jacket (can be rented in KTM / Pokhara or Namche Bazaar)
. Shorts x 2
. Fleece Pant / Jacket
. Flashlight (extra batteries)
. Shirt/T-Shirt x 1
. Thermal Underwear Top 2 / Bottoms 2
. Book
. Trekking polls (optional)
. Sun Hat / Visor
. Gloves
. Sun Screen
. Sunglasses (UV protected. Imperative to have quality eye wear)
. Waterproof Jacket
. Watch
. Wool- fleece / Hat with ear protection
. Water Treatment
. Permit / Money
. Camera / film
. Small First Aid
*If you have something you are particularly prone to, ear infections or sinus problems, bring what you need with you.
If you have something you are particularly prone to, ear infections, foot rot, or sinus problems, bring what you need with you. You will definitely want to be carrying some for common illnesses like diarrhea, staff infection and upset stomachs. You will need a complete set of inoculations for Asia, ask your doctor for advise.
Food:
Please bring any of your own food: power bars, granola bars, dried fruit, chocolate, always nice to have.
ISLAND PEAK (6189M):
Six days course £650. Per person including Air Ticket.
March 25-30,
April 05-10,
April 13-18,27-02May,
May 04-09,
Oct. 13-18,15-20,20-25,27-01Nov,10-15,17-22 Nov,
May 11-16, May 18-23,
Nov 24-29.
Island Peak Mountaineering Instruction Course:
Our instructors are picked for their knowledge and expertise in the mountaineering. If you feel safe, it means you relax, learn more, and enjoy yourself. Our teams are chosen for their personality and their professionalism. We want you to have one of the most memorable experiences of your life and you share it with has a large part to do with it. So, if you can trek why not climb??
Island Peak 6,160 meters was first ascended in by a British expedition that included Tenzing Norgay. Eric Shipton's party named the peak in 1953, as it resembled an island in a sea of ice. The peak is part of the south ridge of Lhotse and linked to the semicircle of cliffs that rise to the north of the summit of Nuptse. Our adventure begins with a short flight to Lukla and two days of easy walking to Namche bazaar. En- route to Base Camp our trail takes us into the high valleys of the Khumbu region, providing magnificent views of Everest and the satellite peaks. Island Peak is a substantial undertaking, which demands hard work and commitment, however the rewards of standing on top of this Himalayan classic are ten fold.
This course is suitable for the complete novice or as a great refresher for those who want to climb again. The course curriculum includes an introduction to equipment, crevasse rescue, ice climbing skills, rope work and comprehensive mountaineering safety techniques.
There are three itinerary options for Island Peak Mountaineering Instruction Course:
A. Self acclimatizing, and joining the course in the mountain village of Chukhung. (6 days)
B. Guided trip from Kathmandu Kathmandu. (23 days)
C. Guided trip from Kathmandu- Kathmandu climbing both Island Peak and Lobuje Peak (28 days)
A. Self acclimatizing, and joining the course in the mountain village of Chukhung. (6 days):
B. Three week course Guided trip from Kathmandu Kathmandu over Cho la pass (23 days):
C. Four week course Guided trip from Kathmandu- Kathmandu including both Lobuche and Island Peak:
Trekking Peak Equipment List:
Friendship Trek will provide the technical climbing equipment, including: harness, axes, helmets, crampons, carrabinas, ropes and base camp camping and cooking equipments.
You will need to supply the following personal equipment. If you do not have the following equipment you can rent it when you arrive in Kathmandu. Our office staff will take you to one of several quality trekking rental stores.
MOUNTAINEERING:
Waterproof trousers
Gloves (liner/layer/shell)
Plastic boots
Thermal bottoms / top
Day sack
Sleep mat (4 wk course)
Gaiters
Check your gear works before setting out, hire gear fits, etc. Your mountaineering equipment will be packed into a separate bag provided. Friendship Trek & Expeditions will transport this separately to base camp. You will NOT have access to this bag until base camp. You only need to carry what you need for trekking, not climbing. Friendship Trek can arrange a porter to Dzongla for you if you would like to trek with just a day pack.
Personal Equipment List:
. Backpack
. Day Pack (if using porter support)
. Trekking Boots/ shoes
. Socks x 3
. Sleeping Bag (4 season)
. Down Jacket (can be rented in KTM / Pokhara or Namche Bazaar)
. Shorts x 2
. Fleece Pant / Jacket
. Flashlight (extra batteries)
. Shirt/T-Shirt x 1
. Thermal Underwear Top 2 / Bottoms 2
. Book
. Trekking polls (optional)
. Sun Hat / Visor
. Gloves
. Sun Screen
. Sunglasses (UV protected. Imperative to have quality eye wear)
. Waterproof Jacket
. Watch
. Wool- fleece / Hat with ear protection
. Water Treatment
. Permit / Money
. Camera / film
. Small First Aid
*If you have something you are particularly prone to, ear infections or sinus problems, bring what you need with you.
If you have something you are particularly prone to, ear infections, foot rot, or sinus problems, bring what you need with you. You will definitely want to be carrying some for common illnesses like diarrhea, staff infection and upset stomachs. You will need a complete set of inoculations for Asia, ask your doctor for advise.
Food:
Please bring any of your own food: power bars, granola bars, dried fruit, chocolate, always nice to have.
PIKE PEAK (4065M):
10-18 March, 20-28 March, 30-07 April, 09-17 April, 19-27 April, 29-07 May.
Please contact for information's and booking
Friendship Trek Trekking & Expeditions Pvt. Ltd.
E-mail: info@friendshiptrek.com
Web: www.friendshiptrek.com
Fee structure for Group "A" N.M.A. Climbing Peaks:
Fee up to seven members: US$ 500.00
Fee for each additional member up to 12 persons: US$ 100.00
Fee structure for Group "B" N.M.A. Climbing Peaks:
Fee for 1-4 members: US$ 350.00
Fee for 5-8 members: US$ 350.00 + 40.00 US$ per person
Fee for 9-12 members: US$ 510.00 + 25.00 US$ per person
Garbage Deposit for all N.M.A. Climbing Peaks:
A garbage deposit fee of US$ 250.00 payable to N.M.A. is required to obtain permits for all N.M.A. peaks. Refunds of the garbage deposit shall be as per N.M.A. provisions.
Friendship Trek is the pioneers of the first mountaineering school for westerners in Nepal. Nepal is the perfect classroom clear skies, warm days and consistent conditions. We do not want to just lead you to the top of a snow - capped mountain. We want to teach you the skills to make you a competent team member of any future mountaineering expedition. Our ratio of one instructor to three when learning skills or being guided, means you will get high level of attention we consider necessary.
Who can join the courses???
This course is suitable for the complete novice or a good refresher course for those who want to climb again. You will have discussions on equipment. Weather, avalanches and mountaineering in general. You will have instruction on crevasse rescue, glacier travel, ice climbing, and snow craft. So even if you have climb before you will be having a full and comprehensive revision course on some of the most important skills in mountaineering.
What to carry while climbing??
You will need a small day sack to put an extra fleece in, camera, water bottle, and potentially your water proofs. That's all.
Friendship Trek Team:
Our instructors are picked for their knowledge and expertise in the mountaineering. If you feel safe, it means you relax, learn more, and enjoy yourself. Our teams are chosen for their personality and their professionalism. We want you to have one of the most memorable experiences of your life and you share it with has a large part to do with it. So, if you can trek why not climb??
Climbing Trips:
Who can join the courses?
This climbing courses is suitable for the complete novice or as a Great refresher for those who want to climb again. The course Curriculum includes an introduction to equipment, ice climbing skills, rope work and comprehensive mountaineering safety techniques.
Full organize trekking trip including 2 days white water rafting on BK River:
Mera Peak (6421m):
15 Days US$ 2000 per person - 02-16 April, 18April-02May 05-19May, 21May-04June.
Lobuche Peak(6119m):
Six days course £650 per person including Air Ticket.- March 25-30, April 13-18, May 04-09, Oct. 03-08,15-20, Nov 24-29.
Lobuche Mountaineering Instruction Course:
Our instructors are picked for their knowledge and expertise in the mountaineering. If you feel safe, it means you relax, learn more, and enjoy yourself. Our teams are chosen for their personality and their professionalism. We want you to have one of the most memorable experiences of your life and you share it with has a large part to do with it. So if you can trek why not climb??
Laurence Nielson and Ang Gyalzen Sherpa made the first recorded ascent to Lobuche East on 25 April 1984. The mountain consists of two summits, East and West with heights of 6,119 m and 6,145 m respectively. A continuous ridge connects them but there is still a sharp gap and a considerable distance between them.
This Peak is recognized as a trekking peak, whereas the West is known as an Expedition Peak. The East face rises over the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to a spectacular skyline, forming the south ridge.
This course is suitable for the complete novice or as a great refresher for those who want to climb again. The course curriculum includes an introduction to equipment, crevasse rescue, ice climbing skills, rope work and comprehensive mountaineering safety techniques.
There are three itinerary options for Lobuche Mountaineering Instruction Course:
A. Self-acclimatizing, and joining the course in the mountain village of Dzongla. (6 days):
| Departure | : March 25-30, April 13-18, May 04-09, Oct. 03-08,15- 20,Nov 24-29. |
| From | : Dzongla to Dzongla |
| Grade | : Difficult |
| Season | : Oct-Nov, Mar- Apr-May |
| Max Elevation | : 6,119 m |
| Cost | : £650 per person including Air Ticket |
| Day 01 | : Depart Dzungla tea house, trek to Cho La Pass. |
| Day 02 | : Acclimatization and instructional day |
| Day 03 | : AM - Instruction. PM - Depart Cho La for Lobuje base Camp 5400m |
| Day 04 | : Climb to high camp |
| Day 05 | : Summit day (early start!) |
| Day 06 | : Floating day to allow for bad weather or illness |
Trekking Peak Equipment List:
Friendship Trek will provide the technical climbing equipment, including: harness, axes, helmets, crampons, carrabinas, ropes and base camp camping and cooking equipment.
You will need to supply the following personal equipment. If you do not have the following equipment you can rent it when you arrive in Kathmandu. Our office staff will take you to one of several quality trekking rental stores.
MOUNTAINEERING:
. Waterproof trousers
. Gloves (liner/layer/shell)
. Plastic boots
. Thermal bottoms / top
. Day sack
. Sleep mat (4 wk course)
. Gaiters
Check your gear works before setting out, hire gear fits, etc. Your mountaineering equipment will be packed into a separate bag provided. Friendship Trek & Expeditions will transport this separately to base camp. You will NOT have access to this bag until base camp. You only need to carry what you need for trekking, not climbing. Friendship Trek can arrange a porter to Dzongla for you if you would like to trek with just a day pack.
Personal Equipment List
. Backpack
. Day Pack (if using porter support)
. Trekking Boots/ shoes
. Socks x 3
. Sleeping Bag (4 season)
. Down Jacket (can be rented in KTM / Pokhara or Namche Bazaar)
. Shorts x 2
. Fleece Pant / Jacket
. Flashlight (extra batteries)
. Shirt/T-Shirt x 1
. Thermal Underwear Top 2 / Bottoms 2
. Book
. Trekking polls (optional)
. Sun Hat / Visor
. Gloves
. Sun Screen
. Sunglasses (UV protected. Imperative to have quality eye wear)
. Waterproof Jacket
. Watch
. Wool- fleece / Hat with ear protection
. Water Treatment
. Permit / Money
. Camera / film
. Small First Aid
*If you have something you are particularly prone to, ear infections or sinus problems, bring what you need with you.
If you have something you are particularly prone to, ear infections, foot rot, or sinus problems, bring what you need with you. You will definitely want to be carrying some for common illnesses like diarrhea, staff infection and upset stomachs. You will need a complete set of inoculations for Asia, ask your doctor for advise.
Food:
Please bring any of your own food: power bars, granola bars, dried fruit, chocolate, always nice to have.
ISLAND PEAK (6189M):
Six days course £650. Per person including Air Ticket.
March 25-30,
April 05-10,
April 13-18,27-02May,
May 04-09,
Oct. 13-18,15-20,20-25,27-01Nov,10-15,17-22 Nov,
May 11-16, May 18-23,
Nov 24-29.
Island Peak Mountaineering Instruction Course:
Our instructors are picked for their knowledge and expertise in the mountaineering. If you feel safe, it means you relax, learn more, and enjoy yourself. Our teams are chosen for their personality and their professionalism. We want you to have one of the most memorable experiences of your life and you share it with has a large part to do with it. So, if you can trek why not climb??
Island Peak 6,160 meters was first ascended in by a British expedition that included Tenzing Norgay. Eric Shipton's party named the peak in 1953, as it resembled an island in a sea of ice. The peak is part of the south ridge of Lhotse and linked to the semicircle of cliffs that rise to the north of the summit of Nuptse. Our adventure begins with a short flight to Lukla and two days of easy walking to Namche bazaar. En- route to Base Camp our trail takes us into the high valleys of the Khumbu region, providing magnificent views of Everest and the satellite peaks. Island Peak is a substantial undertaking, which demands hard work and commitment, however the rewards of standing on top of this Himalayan classic are ten fold.
This course is suitable for the complete novice or as a great refresher for those who want to climb again. The course curriculum includes an introduction to equipment, crevasse rescue, ice climbing skills, rope work and comprehensive mountaineering safety techniques.
There are three itinerary options for Island Peak Mountaineering Instruction Course:
A. Self acclimatizing, and joining the course in the mountain village of Chukhung. (6 days)
B. Guided trip from Kathmandu Kathmandu. (23 days)
C. Guided trip from Kathmandu- Kathmandu climbing both Island Peak and Lobuje Peak (28 days)
A. Self acclimatizing, and joining the course in the mountain village of Chukhung. (6 days):
| Duration | : 6 Days |
| Daparture | : March 25-30, April 05-10, April 13-18,27-02May, May 04-09, Oct. 13-18,15-20,20-25,27-01Nov,10-15,17- 22 Nov, May 11-16, may 18-23,Nov 24-29. |
| From | : Chukhung to Chukhung |
| Grade | : Difficult |
| Season | : Oct-Nov, Mar- Apr |
| Max Elevation | :6,119 m |
| Cost | : £650 per person including Air Ticket |
| Day 01 | : Arrive Chukhung,2pm breifing check equipment, AMS lecture. |
| Day 02 | : Acclimatization and instructional day Camp. |
| Day 03 | : Acclimatization and instructional day Camp. |
| Day 04 | : Trek to Island Peak Base Camp. |
| Day 05 | : Summit day depart Base Camp 2 a.m. return lunch. Camp Base camp. |
| Day 06 | : Day 6 provides a second opportunity to summit Island peak due to bad weather or illness. Those who have summited depart base camp after breakfast - lunch Chukhung end of trip. If Summiting on Day 6 we will provide dinner and breakfast. |
B. Three week course Guided trip from Kathmandu Kathmandu over Cho la pass (23 days):
| Duration | : 21 Days |
| From | : Katmandu to Kathmandu |
| Grade | : Difficult |
| Season | : Oct-Nov, Mar- Apr |
| Max Elevation | : 6,119 m |
| Cost | : - |
C. Four week course Guided trip from Kathmandu- Kathmandu including both Lobuche and Island Peak:
| Duration | : 28 Days |
| From | : Katmandu to Kathmandu |
| Grade | : Difficult |
| Season | : Oct-Nov, Mar- Apr |
| Max Elevation | : 6,119 m |
| Cost | : - |
Trekking Peak Equipment List:
Friendship Trek will provide the technical climbing equipment, including: harness, axes, helmets, crampons, carrabinas, ropes and base camp camping and cooking equipments.
You will need to supply the following personal equipment. If you do not have the following equipment you can rent it when you arrive in Kathmandu. Our office staff will take you to one of several quality trekking rental stores.
MOUNTAINEERING:
Waterproof trousers
Gloves (liner/layer/shell)
Plastic boots
Thermal bottoms / top
Day sack
Sleep mat (4 wk course)
Gaiters
Check your gear works before setting out, hire gear fits, etc. Your mountaineering equipment will be packed into a separate bag provided. Friendship Trek & Expeditions will transport this separately to base camp. You will NOT have access to this bag until base camp. You only need to carry what you need for trekking, not climbing. Friendship Trek can arrange a porter to Dzongla for you if you would like to trek with just a day pack.
Personal Equipment List:
. Backpack
. Day Pack (if using porter support)
. Trekking Boots/ shoes
. Socks x 3
. Sleeping Bag (4 season)
. Down Jacket (can be rented in KTM / Pokhara or Namche Bazaar)
. Shorts x 2
. Fleece Pant / Jacket
. Flashlight (extra batteries)
. Shirt/T-Shirt x 1
. Thermal Underwear Top 2 / Bottoms 2
. Book
. Trekking polls (optional)
. Sun Hat / Visor
. Gloves
. Sun Screen
. Sunglasses (UV protected. Imperative to have quality eye wear)
. Waterproof Jacket
. Watch
. Wool- fleece / Hat with ear protection
. Water Treatment
. Permit / Money
. Camera / film
. Small First Aid
*If you have something you are particularly prone to, ear infections or sinus problems, bring what you need with you.
If you have something you are particularly prone to, ear infections, foot rot, or sinus problems, bring what you need with you. You will definitely want to be carrying some for common illnesses like diarrhea, staff infection and upset stomachs. You will need a complete set of inoculations for Asia, ask your doctor for advise.
Food:
Please bring any of your own food: power bars, granola bars, dried fruit, chocolate, always nice to have.
PIKE PEAK (4065M):
10-18 March, 20-28 March, 30-07 April, 09-17 April, 19-27 April, 29-07 May.
Please contact for information's and booking
Friendship Trek Trekking & Expeditions Pvt. Ltd.
E-mail: info@friendshiptrek.com
Web: www.friendshiptrek.com
Fee structure for Group "A" N.M.A. Climbing Peaks:
Fee up to seven members: US$ 500.00
Fee for each additional member up to 12 persons: US$ 100.00
Fee structure for Group "B" N.M.A. Climbing Peaks:
Fee for 1-4 members: US$ 350.00
Fee for 5-8 members: US$ 350.00 + 40.00 US$ per person
Fee for 9-12 members: US$ 510.00 + 25.00 US$ per person
Garbage Deposit for all N.M.A. Climbing Peaks:
A garbage deposit fee of US$ 250.00 payable to N.M.A. is required to obtain permits for all N.M.A. peaks. Refunds of the garbage deposit shall be as per N.M.A. provisions.
