Shishapangma Expedition (8013m/26289ft.)

Among the 14 8,000m peaks globally, Mt. Shishapangma is the lowest 8000m coming in (8013m/26335ft). The mountain becomes famous when Joseph Hsu Ching (China) summit successfully on 2 May, 1964.Mt. Shishapangma is considered by many to be one of the most accessible 8000m mountains to climb, and it is the first prerequisite to Mount Everest. Shishapangma creates an excellent base for 8000m expeditions; we recommend this as your first 8000m ascent. This peak is the highest in the Langtang Himal. The Tibetan name is Xixapangma, and the Nepalese refer to the summit as Gosaitan, meaning "The Holy Place," literally translated it says "The Mountain overlooking the grassy plains."

The typical route on Shishapangma is non-technical with big skiable snowfields, a spectacular ridge to the summit, and little objective danger. Satori Adventure offers clients a safe and exciting climbing experience with Sherpa guides who have trained to western standards, were born in Nepal's mountains, and have had multiple successes on Everest and other 8000m peaks. Satori Adventures operates the Mt. Shishapangma Expedition in spring and autumn. We offer fixed departure groups for spring and autumn each year. Our services also include both full board and base camp logistic services for Shishapangma.

You will be reaching Shishapangma Chinese base camp in Tibet (China) after a five-day overland trip from Kathmandu; along the way, we will have an acclimatization stop in the village Nylam. After two nights of acclimatization at the Chinese base camp and one overnight stop at the Shishapangma middle camp, you will be reaching Shishapangma advanced base camp (5500m). You will spend about 23 days in your climbing period. Our climbing Sherpa guide and high altitude employees require multiple trips up to camp I, II, and III to open the route. Entails fixing rope and equipping the fields with food and equipment before attempting the summit from Shishapangma advanced base camp 5600m/18,375ft. To camp one at 6400m/21,000ft, it takes about 5 hours. Camp one to two at 7100m/23,300ft takes about 4hours. Base two to base three at 7500m/24,600ft takes for about 4 hours. Camp 4 to the main summit 8,013m 26,289ft and back down to camp two takes around15 hours. The next day you will be descending to base camp. Then we will clean the base camp and drive back overland to Kathmandu.

Satori vs. Other Companies

Many companies will tell you how safe they are and that their service quality is beyond all other competitors. For clients exploring their options, it becomes complicated to determine the difference between agencies. So with that said, we suggest that you shop around and compare research and experience in the field with different companies and go with whatever agency fits your needs the best. You can expect Satori Adventure to be safe and private transportation to base camps in a comfortable jeep, experienced base camp and high altitude staff, a nutritious menu customized to our client's preferences, and many fresh veggies as possible. We take pride in preparing freshly cooked meals, with snacks and drinks available 24 hours a day. Satori always provides high-quality Northface personal tents, a spacious and comfortable dining tent with functional and comfortable furniture, and an efficient heater and pump assisted showers. We use the latest Poisk brand oxygen and Top out/summit systems of masks and regulators.

Why I Choose Satori for Shishapangma Expedition?:

• Highly qualified, combined decades of experience, 5-star quality services
• Excellent organization, communication, and logistical skills
• We provide full support, carefully planned and outfitted expeditions
• We facilitate a memorable lifetime experience for all of our clients.
• Most experienced and renowned guides in the profession

Climbing Route Camps:

Advanced Base Camp 5600m/18,375ft:

Shishapangma usually climbs via the Northwest Face and the North Ridge, and these are the standard commercial routes, aka the regular climbing routes. The north ridge route is considered the easiest way to the summit of Shishapgnama. The base camp and advanced base camp lies in the most significant area of the Tibetan plateau. From this plateau, you will have fantastic views of the Himalayas. Satori Adventure will set up an advanced base camp for almost 22 days. Most high altitude climbers spend 80% of their time at base camp, quickly making it a home away from home on a long expedition. Satori provides a personal tent to each client who becomes your private retreat. A dining tent becomes the common area, and the shower and toilet tent is available at your convenience. Before climbing, you are encouraged to participate in a Puja ceremony for good luck.

Camp One 6400m/ 21,000ft 4-5hrs:

Camp 1 (6400m) lies on a flat snowfield with plenty of space for tents. A deposit camp that allows supplies to ferried up to the higher camps. It takes almost 3 hours to reach the crampons point; once on the glacier, it is another 2-3 hours to reach camp. Camp one is a great location to see the view of sunrise and sunset. After camp one, we fix about 20-30m and 20M of rope on a 55º slope.

Camp Two 7100m/ 23,300ft 3-4hrs:

Camp 2 fixed at about 7100-7150m. Right out of camp one, the climbing is flat for almost 30 minutes; after that, you encounter fixed lines at 45-50º. Generally, climbing from camp one to camp two is safe, but some big crevasses can be challenging to see because they cover in snow. So we advise our climbers and climb Sherpa to climb on fixed ropes 100% of the time o this section of the route. From camp two, you will be able to view Langtang-re if the weather is clear.

Camp Three 7500m/ 24,600ft 3hrs:

Climbing from camp two to camp three is strenuous. For one and a half hours, you will ascend 150m of fixed-line on a 25º snow slope. From here, you continue up for another two and a half-hour to stair ridge, this is now just below the central summit ridge. From this point continue for a half-hour to a col, this is camp three. This space is accommodating for 10-12 two-person tents. Here you will rest from 16:00-11:00 before starting your summit push.

Summit8013m/ 26289ft 14 hrs:

Summit day is a steep ascent on snow, and rock ridge to a snow pinnacle called the false central summit. Most climbers finish here and do not attempt the snowy knife-edge ridge to the real summit that is 18m higher. This particular summit's view is tremendous; from here, you can see Cho Oyu, Everest, and several 7000m satellite peaks surrounding Shishapangma. Most climbers leave for the summit push at about 00:00 and reach the summit between 0700-0900 times. Almost 100% of the climbing route from camp 2 to the summit requires climbing on a fixed rope. 98% of climbers descend to camp three from the central panel. However, the greatest challenge for those climbers who choose to submit to the real summit is traversing the knife-edge ridge between the two conferences. If you consider traversing the knife-edge ridge, we recommend that the forecast has a 0% chance of wind, snow, or low visibility. The height would be precarious in harmful conditions.