Everest expedition update

A valid passport is required for entering Nepal. Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond the expected date of return. We suggest making a copy of the first two pages of your passport and keeping them in a separate bag as a backup. A copy should also be left with your emergency contact. Nepal: All foreigners except Indian Nationals require visas, which can be obtained in advance or upon arrival with one passport photo and payment in cash U.

Proceed to the visa counter for Visitors without a Visa. The debarkation and visa application forms you need are available both on your incoming flight as well as in the arrivals building.

You will need one passport photo for your visa application. Once you receive your bags from Baggage Claim, you will proceed to Customs. Be sure to keep all your bags together. Outside the arrivals hall there will be a large group of taxi drivers and agents from many hotels and travel companies. Look for a sign with the name Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. A private vehicle will take us to our hotel. The provided transportation in Nepal as stated in the itinerary is via authorized taxi or private vehicle.

For the most current information on inoculation requirements and recommendations, please refer to the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention.

Travelers may suffer from upset stomachs when in foreign countries. There are some basic rules, however, that can help keep you healthy.

Hygiene - It is important that you wash your hands thoroughly before meals and after using the restroom. If water is not available for washing, we recommend using a hand sanitizer. Water - The number one rule is: don't drink the water, and that includes shower water and ice! Brush your teeth with purified water rather than tap water. You should check bottled water for a good seal and use a napkin to wipe excess moisture from drinking glasses.

Take care with fruit juice, particularly if it has been diluted with water. Carefully clean the tops of bottled beverages before opening.

Food - If it is cooked, boiled or can be peeled, you can usually eat it. Salads and fruits should be washed with purified water or peeled where possible. Be wary of ice cream and shellfish. Always avoid any undercooked meat. Excellent care for minor illnesses and injuries is readily available.

In the event of more serious illnesses or injuries, we recommend transport to any of the Level 1 care centers in Kathmandu.

Nepal is one of the world's richest countries in terms of bio-diversity due to its unique geographical position and altitudinal variation. The country is roughly miles long and miles wide, with an area of 56, square miles. The collision between the Indian subcontinent and the Eurasian continent produced the Himalaya and the Tibetan Plateau.

Nepal lies completely within this collision zone, occupying the central sector of the Himalayan arc, nearly one third of the 1, mile-long Himalayan Mountains. The first civilizations in Nepal, which flourished around the 6th century B. It was in this region that Prince Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, was born c. Nepali rulers' early patronage of Buddhism largely gave way to Hinduism, reflecting the increased influence of India, around the 12th century.

Until the Kingdom of Nepal became the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal in May , it had been ruled in relative isolation by monarchs or a ruling family for most of its modern history. Nepal is home to nearly 29,, people. The population is primarily rural. Kathmandu, the largest city, has less than 1 million inhabitants. Nepal's lowlands have two seasons: the dry season and the monsoon. The higher mountains have a cold winter as well.

The dry season runs from October to May and the wet monsoon season from June to September. Spring March to May and fall September to November ring nearly perfect weather and are definitely the best times for trekking and climbing. Although it is not expected that we dress formally, we should dress modestly. Casual and comfortable clothing is suggested along with comfortable shoes. Except at swimming areas, it is generally considered offensive for a man to take off his shirt in public and, equally, women should be conservatively covered.

It is a greeting that means "salutations to you" or "I bless the divine in you. When eating, you should only use your right hand. This practice extends to passing food containers and plates with your right hand only. Nepal has a huge population of beggars.

Some are professionals. Others are genuine. The number of street children in Kathmandu can be heartbreaking. Giving money or sealed food to them, however, is also not recommended. To keep from being hassled, a polite but firm "No" is generally sufficient. This means that it is unacceptable for you to pat a child on the head. Nepal is very photogenic and the photos you take will be priceless.

Ask for permission before photographing individuals, particularly indigenous people. Many of the locals are used to posing for photographs. If in doubt, either ask or refrain.

Don't photograph any government or military property or persons; this includes the airport. It is advisable to carry voltage converters and plug adaptors with you while traveling. Voltage converters and plug adaptors are easily accessible at shopping malls in the cities of Nepal and the U.

Most teahouses and lodges will charge your electronics for a small fee. In Nepal you are almost always required to pay for goods or services with the Nepalese Rupee. It is recommended that you change only as much money as you think you may spend as local currencies cannot be removed from the country or reconverted easily. Check a financial newspaper or www. American Express, MasterCard and Visa are accepted in tourist shops, hotels, restaurants and agencies in Kathmandu.

Plan on bringing cash for any purchases you will make while on the trek. While a few teahouses and bakeries in the Khumbu do accept credit cards, they charge a very high commission. Everyone has a preferred way to carry money.

Some use money belts, others have hidden pockets. Whatever you do, be aware of pickpockets and thieves in any area which caters to tourists. Everyone approaches tipping a little differently.

Whether or not a person tips, and how much, is completely dependent upon the individual; here are some suggested tipping guidelines for your trip. Local waiters, drivers, and other service personnel expect to be tipped. Ten to fifteen percent is standard. This is collected at the beginning of the trip and will cover group tips for all our support and mountain staff throughout the program. Our guides work hard to ensure your well-being and success on the mountain. If you have a positive experience, gratuities are an excellent way to show your appreciation.

Amounts are at your discretion and should be based on your level of enjoyment. If you would rather not bring the guide gratuity with you on the trip, you can send a check or call the RMI office to pay with a credit card upon your return. This trip is open to all individuals in excellent physical condition with previous climbing experience.

Rainier, in Alaska, Peru, Ecuador, North Cascades, or an equivalent multi-day mountaineering seminar is required. Screening and final selection will be done on an individual basis after we have reviewed your climbing experience and our veteran Himalayan Guides have spoken with you directly. Rainier Expedition Skills Seminar - Emmons. Rainier Expedition Skills Seminar - Paradise. Expedition Skills Seminar - Kahiltna Glacier. Go To Fitness Resources. Mountaineering requires a high degree of physical stamina and mental toughness.

Even for the healthiest and fittest individuals, climbing mountains qualifies as an extremely challenging endeavor. Nothing ensures a personally successful adventure like your level of fitness and training. Bottom line: Plan on being in the best shape of your life and ready for a very challenging adventure!

Please refer to our Resources for Mountaineering Fitness and Training for detailed fitness and training information. The key to climbing high is proper acclimatization. Our program follows a calculated ascent profile which allows time for your body to adjust to the altitude. Excellent physical conditioning significantly increases your ability to acclimatize as you ascend.

Climbers in excellent physical condition simply have more energy to commit to the acclimatization process throughout the days and nights of the ascent, allowing their bodies to adjust to the altitude more easily.

Finally, physical performance and acclimatization are also related to how well you have taken care of yourself throughout the hours, days and weeks prior to summit day. Arriving healthy and well-rested, maintaining proper hydration and caloric intake, and protecting against unnecessary heat loss staying warm are all key factors in an individual's success on an expedition such as this.

As such, this list is framed within the broadest of contexts and is dynamic by its very nature. We make every effort to recommend only top of the line clothing and technical gear and it is never our intention for you to buy or rent unnecessary gear. The Guide Pick is an example of the listed item, giving you an idea of the material and specifications of the item.

This exact item does not need to be purchased or used; however, any item you choose must have similar characteristics and performance abilities to the Guide Pick. RMI Guides concur on the potential necessity of every item, thus every item on the list is required at gear check. However, guides may also have suggestions derived from their experience, some of which will vary from a given list. Occasionally this recommendation comes at the expense of having previously purchased an item.

If a guide presents the option of leaving behind certain item s on the list of required equipment, it is for a reason. Their recommendation may be related to the weather, route conditions, freezing level, perceived strength of the party, or desired pack weight.

It does not exist because of the multitude of variables faced by climbers throughout the climb. Please follow this equipment list closely so that you will arrive for the gear check with all the required items. Keep in mind the list is not black and white, fine tuning will occur once you meet with your guide.

Have a great climb! A full-length closed cell foam pad, used in combination with the inflatable sleeping pad. The length of your axe depends on your height. Use the following general mountaineering formula: up to 5'8", use a 65 cm axe; 5'8" to 6'2", use a 70 cm axe; and taller, use a 75 cm axe.

If you hold the axe so that it hangs comfortably at your side, the spike of the axe should still be a few inches above the ground. We recommend a comfortable, adjustable alpine climbing harness.

Removable, drop seat, or adjustable leg loops are convenient for managing your clothing layers over the course of the climb and facilitate going to the bathroom.

Digital and analogue trancievers are both suitable. Bring extra batteries appropriate to the duration of the climb. For traveling on fixed lines. Most people prefer an ascender designed for their weak hand, leaving their strong hand free to hold their ice axe. For example, a right-handed person would use a left-handed ascender. A Buff provides versitile head and neck protection. A neck gaiter is also acceptable. An expedition-weight balaclava to be used in conjunction with your Buff.

Your headwear system should leave no exposed skin. Bring two headlamps for the expedition. The second is for use around camp and to serve as a backup. Be sure to begin the program with fresh batteries and bring extra sets appropriate to the duration of the program.

Amber or rose-tinted goggles for adverse weather. On windy days, climbers, especially contact lens wearers, may find photochromatic lenses the most versatile in a variety of light conditions. Lightweight liner or softshell gloves. Couple of hours of walk through Gorak Shep and walking further through rocky dunes and moraine, will lead us to Everest Base Camp. We will meet rest of our team at Base Camp. Looking at an auspicious date as per the Tibetan calendar, a puja ceremony will be held asking for the safe passage.

The second phase of acclimatization phase begins with the rotation of higher camps. After completing the acclimatization, retrace back to base camp and wait for the perfect weather window. For the acclimatization, please note that the acclimatization program may differ during the expedition period as each climber adapts differently with an altitude.

After our successful climb we retrace to Lukla for a flight back to Kathmandu via Pheriche, Namche and finally to Lukla. Take an early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. We will be transferred to hotel in a private vehicle in Kathmandu. Take leisure and soothe your aching limbs from long and tiring climb.

Enjoy a leisure day. You are on your own. Participating in a day tour in Kathmandu is a pleasant plan. You can also go for shopping in Thamel, a tourist hub where you can buy souvenir items like handicrafts and arts to your family. At eventide on day 63, we will relish a farewell dinner to celebrate our successful climb. While enjoying our supper, we will also be entertained to a scintillating cultural dance performed by the local belles Please do not hesitate to let us know if you would like to extend your stay.

Kindly email us for more details on extensions. Finally, the undeniable day of departure arrives. Thank you for joining us on this climb and it has been a pleasure getting to know you during this time. We hope this venture has enriched your experience with happy memories.

You will be assisted in your last minute preparation. Our representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport three hours before your scheduled flight. Keep in touch and hope to hear from you soon. Bon voyage for a safe and pleasant trip home. Our trips are available on both fixed departure and private group basis. If you are looking for a group to join this trip please click the Fixed Departures tab for more information on departure dates, availability and price.

All our fixed departures are guaranteed to run. We will organize a private trip for you at your preferred dates catering any request you may have. High Altitude Expeditions like Everest requires previous mountaineering experience and it is expected that the climber has previous experience of climbing at least m peak or m peak like Cho-Oyu or Manaslu before attempting bigger mountains.

Also, you will be spending 2 months in the mountain, a fierce determination, strong mental health and a burning desire to climb the mountain are the essential pre-requisites for joining this expedition. Prepare yourself to tackle high altitude sickness, tough weather conditions and exhaustion. One needs to be familiar with the use of climbing equipment, walking in snow and ice and must have a good level of fitness.

You should be familiar with Rope skills, ice axe arrest and crampon skills, the use of ascenders Jumar and descenders, and how to use your particular harness. The use of oxygen equipment plays a huge role in climbing high mountains and can help to avoid many critical situations and save your life. We consider delicious and nutritious food to be a key component to the overall success of our expeditions. We charter the food in by flight most of the time and take the utmost care in quality and hygienic preparation.

From typical Nepalese food to western food, our expedition chef will cater all meals at Base Camp and Camp 2. For higher camps, we provide wide variety of nutritious high foods.

If you have any special dietary requirements please let us know in advance and we will be sure to cater to your needs. You could bring comfort foods from your home that you enjoy eating during the expedition - chocolates, energy gel, power bars, dry fruits, candies, other snacks etc.

We provide each climber with an individual box tent at the base camp during an entire expedition. Each box tent will have spacious space, comfortable mattresses, carpeted floor and more for your comfort. Higher above from base camp, a high-quality extreme weather tent will be provided for every 2 climbers. At base camp, there will also be a heated dining room, kitchen tent, toilet tent, shower tent etc and more for your comfort.

On itinerary has been devised keeping every important aspects in mind to allow a well paced acclimatization schedule during the entire expedition. Our base camp is well-appointed, providing each climber with a comfortable environment. There will be a heated dining room, personal tent for each individual, kitchen tent, shower and etc. We provide spacious expedition quality personal tents for all our clients both with full board or base-camp service only.

We subscribe to the weather forecasting services during the expedition summit period as to provide the best weather forecast for the summit push. Our Everest expedition itinerary has been tailored carefully keeping every aspect in mind. We have included Lobuche east climb 6,m on our itinerary. With Lobuche climb included, it provides each climber with better acclimatization, the practice of climbing techniques and reduces the walk on icefall.

After the Lobuche climb, rotation of higher camps Camp 1, 2 and 3 with overnight will be done for acclimatization. Our Everest Expedition group will be equipped with a satellite phone for emergency purpose throughout the expedition duration. The cell phone network is available during the trekking section and at base camp but the service is not reliable and may fluctuate depending on weather conditions. Satellite internet is available at base camp at an extra cost.

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