08 April/ Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel (1350m/ 4430ft)
Arrival at Kathmandu Airport & transfer to hotel
Everest North Col Expedition (7,000m/23,000ft)
Trip Facts
Group Size
01-10 People per group
Meal
B/B plan in Kathmandu & B,L,D in during Driving and climbing period
Grade
Peu Difficile (Easy)
Accomodation
Three star to five stars as request
Transportation
Car, Jeep, Mini Bus
Best Months
Spring season(April/May)
Max Elevation
7000m/23,000ft
Trip Length
34 days (typically) Days
Trekking Region
Mahalangur range
Highest Access
7000m/23,000ft
Everest North Col Expedition Overview
Everest North Col Expedition is a great training climb for those interested in a future ascent of Mt. Everest. The Tibetan side of Mt. Everest has a rich history spanning over 90 years. The history of activity dates back to the 1920’s where the first attempts were made by a British team in 1921. George Mallory led a small team up to the North Col (7000m). They were the first confirmed people on the North Col.History on the North side of the mountain provides a bit of controversy. The first ascent of Mt. Everest still dominates Everest folklore, no one knows if Mallory and Irvin succeed on their 1924 expedition because they died on the ascent. If they did than this means that Tenzing and Hillary’s 1953 ascent would no longer stand as the first ascent. For the history of recorded climbing on the North side of the mountain it is a Chinese team who claims the first summit on May 25, 1960. Nawang Gombu (Tibetan) and Chinese Chu Yin-Hau and Wang Fu-zhou were said to summit but did not provide a summit photo.Many doub the summit claim. Then in 1975, a successful summit was recorded by another Chinese team. Due to political turmoil Tibet was closed to foreigners from 1950 to 1980 preventing any further attempts.
The caravan route to base camp is an unforgettable journey. Tibet offers some of the most stunning cross country driving in the world. You can sit back in the jeep, relax and take photographs as you get chauffeured right to base camp. The overland drive takes you through Nyalam, Thang La (5,200m) and Xegar (4,300m).
The climb begins from Everest North base camp (5200m/17,000ft), then a trek up the historic East Rongbuk Glacier following along the 'Magic Highway' to middle camp (5800m/19,028ft) this camp is also referred to as (deposit camp/interim camp/Japanese camp) The climb continues onto advanced base camp (6350m/20,833ft) below the North Col, you then continue onto the north col aka camp I (7000m/23,000ft).
The position on the North side of Everest is a lot different from the South. Here you will experience colder temps, harsher winds and virtually no opportunity for helicopter rescue at any point. This is due to the fact that the Chinese government “for safety reasons” has outlawed the use of helicopters in that airspace.
The caravan route to base camp is an unforgettable journey. The Tibetan plateau offers some of the most stunning cross country driving in the world. You can sit back in the jeep, relax and take photographs as you get chauffeured right to base camp. The overland drive takes you through Nyalam, Thang La (5,200m) and Xegar (4,300m).
The climb begins from Everest North base camp (5200m/17,000ft), then a trek up the historic East Rongbuk Glacier following along the 'Magic Highway' to middle camp (5800m/19,028ft) this camp is also referred to as (deposit camp/interim camp/Japanese camp) The climb continues onto advanced base camp (6350m/20,833ft) below the North Col, then continue onto the north col aka camp I (7000m/23,000ft) from here the climb splits off to the right and ascends a snowfield to the summit of Lhakpa Ri (7045m/23,113ft).
Overall the ground is moderate the entire climb is across easy-angled glacier and snow slopes.Satori requests that for this expedition our clients have all of the previous experience required for 6000m peaks,very good physical fitness,no high blood pressure or diabetes, 2 (6000m) peaks, several high pass treks and formal rock &ice climbing training.
Our guides will fix the route as required from advanced base camp to the North col. Satori remains flexible and changes our tactics and style in the mountains depending on our clients needs. Overall, this expedition has the feel of being a tough trek at altitude. The climb stops before the technical “step” section shows itself above.
Altitude Profile
Approximate altititude profile · For information only
Everest North Col Expedition Detailed Itinerary
09-10April/ Day 2-3 : Rest and preparation day and briefing
Rest and preparation day for assignment & briefing before departure from Kathmandu.
11 April/ Day 04 : Drive to Kodari Border and then Naylam (3700m/ 12139ft, 8-10hrs)
After breakfast, early morning drive from Kathmandu to Kodari Border After immigration formalities, drive to Naylam (3,700m) which takes two hours drive by land cruiser jeep. Overnight in hotel.
12 April/ Day 05 : Rest and Acclimatization day and hike Naylam Hill (4500m/ 14764ft, 4-6hrs)
Rest Day in Naylam for acclimatization. Our guide will take you up the Naylam Hill (4,500m) for acclimatization.
13 April/ Day 06 : Drive from Naylam to Tingri (4300m/ 14108ft, 3hrs)
After breakfast drive from Naylam to Tingri (4,300m) which takes three hours. Overnight in hotel.
14 April/ Day 07 : Rest day at Tingri for acclimatization and hike (5000m/ 16404ft, 6hrs)
Rest day at Tingri for acclimatization. Our guide will lead team up a local hill to 5,000m with great views of Cho Oyu.
15 April/ Day 08 : Drive from Tingri to Chinese Base Camp (5150m/ 16896ft, 4hrs)
After breakfast drive from Tingri to Chinese Base Camp (5,150m) which takes 4 hours.
16 April/ Day 09-12 : Rest and acclimatization at Chinese Base Camp and preparation for ABC
Rest and acclimatization at Chinese Base Camp (5,150m). Prepare and arrange yaks to go to Advance Base Camp via middle camp.
19 April/ Day 13 : Trek from Chinese Base Camp to Middle Camp (5700m/ 18700ft, 6hrs)
After breakfast, trek from Chinese Base Camp to Middle Camp (5,700m) which takes five to six house hours. Overnight in camp.
20 April/ Day 14 : Trek from Middle Camp to Advance Base Camp (6485m/ 21273ft, 6hrs)
Trek from Middle Camp to Advance Base Camp of Everest (6,485m.) Prepare camp overnight in camp
21 April/ Day 15-29 : Climbing period - summit of North Col Expedition (7000m/ 22966ft)
Climbing period (summit of North Col Expedition (7000m/22,966ft)
05 May/ Day 30 : Clean advance base camp and trek to Chinese Base Camp (5150m/ 16896ft, 7hrs)
Preparation for returning (clean advance base camp) and trek to Chinese Base Camp. Bring down all equipment by Yak.
06 May/ Day 31 : Drive from Chinese Base Camp to Nylam (3700m/ 12139ft, 7hrs)
Clean Chinese Base Camp then drive from Chinese Base Camp to Nylam, which takes about seven hours, overnight in hotel.
07 May/ Day 32 : Drive from Nylam to Kodari Border and Kathmandu (1350m/ 4430ft, 8hrs)
Early in the morning drive from Nylam to Kodari Border and after immigration formalities from China side, we will collect Nepal Visa from and drive to Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
08 May/ Day 33 : Free day at Kathmandu and farewell dinner in the evening
Free day in Kathmandu and Nepalese cultural program with farewell dinner in the evening.
09 May/ Day 34 : Final Departure
Transfer to airport for final departure or alternatively, join other activities.
Cost Details
Everest North Col Expedition Cost Includes
Arrival, airport assistance & accommodation
- Pick-up and drop services for international and domestic airports on arrival and departure.
- Satori Adventures representative waiting with banner and ID card for easy identification.
- Four nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (tourist to five-star as per schedule).
Guides, staff & support team
- Experienced, government-licensed high-altitude trekking/climbing Sherpa guide (expedition leader).
- Chef, cook assistant, helper, and base camp manager at the advanced base camp.
- One experienced, trained, government-licensed Everest-summiteer Sherpa guide per client (1:1 ratio).
- One professional expedition leader Sherpa per expedition group.
Transportation
- Surface transportation per itinerary during trekking and city travel.
- Regular flight tickets Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu for members and Sherpa guides.
- Cargo transport from Kathmandu to Lukla and then by porter/yak to base camp and back.
Food, lodging & base camp services
- Tea house accommodation (except chain hotels) during trekking.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee at lodges and camps.
- All food and fuel for base camp and higher camps for members and staff.
- EPI gas and stoves at camp 1, camp 3, and south col.
- High-quality kitchen, dining, store, and toilet tents; tables, chairs, and utensils at base camps.
- Heater in base camp dining tent during cold mornings and evenings.
- Fresh and nutritious food at advanced base camp and camp two.
Climbing equipment, tents & load support
- Up to 60kg personal climbing equipment allowance per person (flight + trek) carried by porters/yaks.
- All tents for camps 1, 2, 3, and 4 for members and staff.
- V25 North Face model tents with comfortable mattresses at advanced base camp and higher camps (1:1 tents at ABC; 2:1 above).
- Dynamic and static ropes, ice screws, snow bars, rock pitons, and karabiners.
Permits, fees & government royalties
- Mount Everest North Col climbing royalty and Nepal Government permit.
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit.
- TIMS trekking permit.
- Icefall charge (SPCC), summit rope charge (EOA), and Himalayan Rescue Association medical insurance included.
Communication, safety & medical support
- Daily weather forecast updates from Kathmandu office.
- Satellite phone and walkie-talkies (radio set) with expedition leader and climbing Sherpa (US$3/min for client usage).
- First aid medical kits for group and staff.
- Emergency oxygen, mask, and regulator for clients and staff.
- Medical, accident, clinical, and equipment insurance for all staff.
- Helicopter evacuation insurance for all staff.
Energy, charging & logistics
- Solar panels or generator for lighting and battery/mobile charging at base camp.
- Generator backup if solar power is insufficient.
- Transportation of expedition supplies to base camp and return.
Additional services
- Maps of trekking and climbing routes.
- Departure assistance, ticket reconfirmation, and visa extension support.
- Satori T-shirt, pashmina, and brochure as farewell gifts.
- Farewell dinner with cultural program in Kathmandu.
- All government taxes, service charges, and VAT included.
Everest North Col Expedition Cost Excludes
Meals & personal consumption
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
- Packed food, snacks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, chocolates, and nutria bars.
- Personal laundry, phone bills, satellite phone use, internet services.
Personal equipment & gear
- All personal climbing gear and equipment.
- Personal medical kit, trekking gear, bags, and packing items.
Insurance & medical expenses
- Travel insurance (must cover emergency rescue, medical tests, and hospitalization).
- Medical insurance for client.
- Emergency rescue evacuation for client.
International flights & visa
- International flight tickets.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
Additional staff, tips & unforeseen expenses
- Extra workers beyond the package.
- Summit bonus to climbing Sherpa (minimum US$700 per Sherpa).
- Tips for base camp staff (normally US$150 per climber).
- Unexpected expenses due to natural disasters, political strikes, or regulation changes.
- Any service not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.
Everest North Col Expedition Luxury Cost Includes
Arrival, airport assistance & accommodation
- Arrival and departure transfers to/from International airport with Kodari border transport as per itinerary.
- Satori Adventures representative assistance at the International airport (arrival & departure).
- 5 nights Yak & Yeti (or similar) hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on B/B basis.
Transportation
- Land transportation Kathmandu–Kodari–Kathmandu for members, Sherpa guides, and kitchen staff.
- Transportation of food supply from Kathmandu to Advance Base Camp.
Base camp setup & accommodation
- Kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tents, tables, chairs, and cooking utensils at Base Camp (BC) and Advance Base Camp (ABC).
- Tent camp accommodation for members and staff during climbing period as per itinerary.
- Fresh cooked food and kitchen setup at Base Camp and Advance Base Camp.
- Heater at Advance Base Camp for dining room heating.
- Individual tent for each expedition member at ABC and CBC.
Meals & food supply
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee) including hotel/lodge/guesthouses along the trail (as provided by CTMA).
- All food and fuel for Base Camp, Advance Base Camp, and higher camps.
- Appropriate high-altitude food for climbing crew at BC and ABC.
Climbing equipment & logistics
- Common climbing equipment including rope, ice bars, ice screws, ice hammer, etc.
- 40kg baggage allowance per climbing member from Chinese Base Camp to ABC and back, carried by yaks.
- Solar panel for lighting and battery charging.
- Generator for backup lighting power.
- Gamow Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Chamber) available in emergencies.
Guides, staff wages & permits
- Cooks and kitchen boys at Base Camp and Advance Base Camp as per group size.
- Tibet visa and road permit for members and kitchen crew.
- Chinese Government Royalty for North Col expedition.
- All staff wages, equipment, medical, and accidental insurance.
- Equipment allowance and wages for cooks, kitchen boys, and Chinese Liaison Officer.
Safety, communication & medical support
- Daily weather reports from Seattle-based weather service.
- First aid medical kits for group and staff.
- Satellite phone carried by guide (US$ 3/min for members).
- Emergency oxygen mask and regulator (appropriate charges apply).
Administration & additional services
- Free assistance for cargo clearance and duties.
- Service charges and government taxes (Nepal & Tibet).
- Complete pre-departure information and flight ticket reconfirmation assistance.
- Farewell dinner in a Nepali restaurant with cultural performance.
- Satori Adventure surprise gift.
Everest North Col Expedition Luxury Cost Excludes
Meals & personal consumption
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
- Packed food, snacks, energy drinks, alcohol, mineral water, chocolates, nutria-bars.
- Laundry, tips, and personal expenses.
- Landline, mobile, walkie-talkie, satellite phone, and internet expenses.
Personal clothing & equipment
- Clothing, packing items, bags, personal medical kit, trekking gear.
- Personal climbing equipment.
Insurance & medical expenses
- Rescue, medical tests, medicines, hospitalization expenses.
- Medical insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
- Travel insurance and helicopter rescue.
Flights & visa
- International airfare.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
Additional staff, equipment & extra fees
- Climbing Sherpa and high-altitude food (must be requested 2 months prior).
- Tents above Advance Base Camp.
- Icefall charges and garbage deposit.
- Walkie-talkies & filming permit (for professional filming equipment).
- Nepal custom duty on imported expedition goods.
- High-altitude food for personal use.
- Satori services are not provided above Advance Base Camp.
- Any other services not mentioned in “Cost Includes”.
- Tips, gifts, souvenirs.
Package Options
Service Details
Everest North Col Expedition Full Board Service Includes
Arrival, airport assistance & accommodation
- Pick-up and drop services for international and domestic airports on arrival and departure.
- Satori Adventures representative waiting with banner and ID card for easy identification.
- Four nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (tourist to five-star as per schedule).
Guides, staff & support team
- Experienced, government-licensed high-altitude trekking/climbing Sherpa guide (expedition leader).
- Chef, cook assistant, helper, and base camp manager at the advanced base camp.
- One experienced, trained, government-licensed Everest-summiteer Sherpa guide per client (1:1 ratio).
- One professional expedition leader Sherpa per expedition group.
Transportation
- Surface transportation per itinerary during trekking and city travel.
- Regular flight tickets Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu for members and Sherpa guides.
- Cargo transport from Kathmandu to Lukla and then by porter/yak to base camp and back.
Food, lodging & base camp services
- Tea house accommodation (except chain hotels) during trekking.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee at lodges and camps.
- All food and fuel for base camp and higher camps for members and staff.
- EPI gas and stoves at camp 1, camp 3, and south col.
- High-quality kitchen, dining, store, and toilet tents; tables, chairs, and utensils at base camps.
- Heater in base camp dining tent during cold mornings and evenings.
- Fresh and nutritious food at advanced base camp and camp two.
Climbing equipment, tents & load support
- Up to 60kg personal climbing equipment allowance per person (flight + trek) carried by porters/yaks.
- All tents for camps 1, 2, 3, and 4 for members and staff.
- V25 North Face model tents with comfortable mattresses at advanced base camp and higher camps (1:1 tents at ABC; 2:1 above).
- Dynamic and static ropes, ice screws, snow bars, rock pitons, and karabiners.
Permits, fees & government royalties
- Mount Everest North Col climbing royalty and Nepal Government permit.
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit.
- TIMS trekking permit.
- Icefall charge (SPCC), summit rope charge (EOA), and Himalayan Rescue Association medical insurance included.
Communication, safety & medical support
- Daily weather forecast updates from Kathmandu office.
- Satellite phone and walkie-talkies (radio set) with expedition leader and climbing Sherpa (US$3/min for client usage).
- First aid medical kits for group and staff.
- Emergency oxygen, mask, and regulator for clients and staff.
- Medical, accident, clinical, and equipment insurance for all staff.
- Helicopter evacuation insurance for all staff.
Energy, charging & logistics
- Solar panels or generator for lighting and battery/mobile charging at base camp.
- Generator backup if solar power is insufficient.
- Transportation of expedition supplies to base camp and return.
Additional services
- Maps of trekking and climbing routes.
- Departure assistance, ticket reconfirmation, and visa extension support.
- Satori T-shirt, pashmina, and brochure as farewell gifts.
- Farewell dinner with cultural program in Kathmandu.
- All government taxes, service charges, and VAT included.
Everest North Col Expedition Full Board Service Cost Excludes
Meals & personal consumption
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
- Packed food, snacks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, chocolates, and nutria bars.
- Personal laundry, phone bills, satellite phone use, internet services.
Personal equipment & gear
- All personal climbing gear and equipment.
- Personal medical kit, trekking gear, bags, and packing items.
Insurance & medical expenses
- Travel insurance (must cover emergency rescue, medical tests, and hospitalization).
- Medical insurance for client.
- Emergency rescue evacuation for client.
International flights & visa
- International flight tickets.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
Additional staff, tips & unforeseen expenses
- Extra workers beyond the package.
- Summit bonus to climbing Sherpa (minimum US$700 per Sherpa).
- Tips for base camp staff (normally US$150 per climber).
- Unexpected expenses due to natural disasters, political strikes, or regulation changes.
- Any service not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.
Satori Adventures provides very professional, helpful and friendly service from Kathmandu to the ABC as well as during the climb. Our objective is to provide a good quality, helpful, safe, friendly, stress free and comprehensive service to maximize your summit opportunity.
In the base camp our chefs and helpers will prepare and serve three delicious, freshly cooked and plentiful meals a day. We will also ensure that hot and cold drinks are available 24 hrs a day. In the base camp we provide spacious expedition quality personal tents for all our clients both with full board or base-camp service only. In base camp we also provide dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet facilities and portable shower facilities and tent accommodation for our staff.
In base camp we provide access to communication including satellite telephone and internet access, solar panels to charge your batteries and UHF/VHF hand held radios on the mountain to maintain communications between ABC and high camps.
Our camp manager as well as guides and climbing Sherpa’s have an extensive experience on multiple Everest climbs. They will ensure cooperation with other companies and organize base camp operations. In base camp our guides will work with other teams to ensure contribution from all operators for tasks such as route fixing and to ensure the safety of climbers from ABC to the summit.
Services Details
Everest North Col Expedition Base Camp Service Cost Includes
Arrival, airport assistance & accommodation
- Arrival and departure transfers to/from International airport with Kodari border transport as per itinerary.
- Satori Adventures representative assistance at the International airport (arrival & departure).
- 5 nights Yak & Yeti (or similar) hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on B/B basis.
Transportation
- Land transportation Kathmandu–Kodari–Kathmandu for members, Sherpa guides, and kitchen staff.
- Transportation of food supply from Kathmandu to Advance Base Camp.
Base camp setup & accommodation
- Kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tents, tables, chairs, and cooking utensils at Base Camp (BC) and Advance Base Camp (ABC).
- Tent camp accommodation for members and staff during climbing period as per itinerary.
- Fresh cooked food and kitchen setup at Base Camp and Advance Base Camp.
- Heater at Advance Base Camp for dining room heating.
- Individual tent for each expedition member at ABC and CBC.
Meals & food supply
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee) including hotel/lodge/guesthouses along the trail (as provided by CTMA).
- All food and fuel for Base Camp, Advance Base Camp, and higher camps.
- Appropriate high-altitude food for climbing crew at BC and ABC.
Climbing equipment & logistics
- Common climbing equipment including rope, ice bars, ice screws, ice hammer, etc.
- 40kg baggage allowance per climbing member from Chinese Base Camp to ABC and back, carried by yaks.
- Solar panel for lighting and battery charging.
- Generator for backup lighting power.
- Gamow Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Chamber) available in emergencies.
Guides, staff wages & permits
- Cooks and kitchen boys at Base Camp and Advance Base Camp as per group size.
- Tibet visa and road permit for members and kitchen crew.
- Chinese Government Royalty for North Col expedition.
- All staff wages, equipment, medical, and accidental insurance.
- Equipment allowance and wages for cooks, kitchen boys, and Chinese Liaison Officer.
Safety, communication & medical support
- Daily weather reports from Seattle-based weather service.
- First aid medical kits for group and staff.
- Satellite phone carried by guide (US$ 3/min for members).
- Emergency oxygen mask and regulator (appropriate charges apply).
Administration & additional services
- Free assistance for cargo clearance and duties.
- Service charges and government taxes (Nepal & Tibet).
- Complete pre-departure information and flight ticket reconfirmation assistance.
- Farewell dinner in a Nepali restaurant with cultural performance.
- Satori Adventure surprise gift.
Everest North Col Expedition Base Camp Service Cost Excludes
Meals & personal consumption
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
- Packed food, snacks, energy drinks, alcohol, mineral water, chocolates, nutria-bars.
- Laundry, tips, and personal expenses.
- Landline, mobile, walkie-talkie, satellite phone, and internet expenses.
Personal clothing & equipment
- Clothing, packing items, bags, personal medical kit, trekking gear.
- Personal climbing equipment.
Insurance & medical expenses
- Rescue, medical tests, medicines, hospitalization expenses.
- Medical insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
- Travel insurance and helicopter rescue.
Flights & visa
- International airfare.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
Additional staff, equipment & extra fees
- Climbing Sherpa and high-altitude food (must be requested 2 months prior).
- Tents above Advance Base Camp.
- Icefall charges and garbage deposit.
- Walkie-talkies & filming permit (for professional filming equipment).
- Nepal custom duty on imported expedition goods.
- High-altitude food for personal use.
- Satori services are not provided above Advance Base Camp.
- Any other services not mentioned in “Cost Includes”.
- Tips, gifts, souvenirs.
