International Everest North Col Expedition - Kyirong
Everest North Col Expedition-Tibet
Everest North Col Climbing
Everest Northcol Route
Everest North Col Base Camp
International Everest North Col Expedition via Kyirong
Everest North Col Summit

Everest North Col 8848m. Expedition

Trip Fact

Trip Duration 60 Days

Destination Tibet

Trip Grade Mountaineering

Activity Expedition

Max. Altitude 8,848m./29,029ft

Accomodation Lodge + Camping

Transportation Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus

Meals Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Best Season Spring

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Mt. Everest expedition from Tibet side (China) has become more popular among the mountaineers to make their dream come true to stand on the summit of Mt. Everest. Among the several reasons, low cost of royalty and other basic mountaineering services as well as the easy route to the summit are the key factors to attract more Everest climbers from North Col. than from the South Col of Nepal. There are no easy climbing routes on Everest but we try to put the odds on our side. We take the North Ridge because we consider it to be the safest. Technically, it is more challenging than the South Side but does not have the ice fall danger. Our Advanced Base Camp (6,400m.) is right under the shadow of Changtse and has a view of virtually the whole route. From here we use four more camps, a formula that has brought us considerable success in the past.

Our trip starts from Kathmandu and drives to Syabrubesi, Kyirong, Tingri and continue drive to the Base Camp at 5,400m. and from there it is 22 km to the Advance BC at 6,400m. by yaks. We put an intermediate camp on the glacier about half way between BC and Advance BC, so this trip takes two days. From the ABC the route continues up the East Rongbuk glacier to the north of the glacier and then up easy snow slopes to the North Col at 7,000m.

A short information about climbing route:
Camp 1 - 7,010m. established on the North Col and is probably the most important camp and offers the springboard for the remainder of the ascent.

Camp 2 - 7,800m. high on the North Ridge, often a wild and windy place but one that offers superb views. The climb is a straight forward snow slope. We advise members to start using oxygen from here in order to save their strength for the task ahead.

Camp 3 - 8,200m. established below the first step and the start of the technical difficulties. The ascent is over slightly steeper more broken ground. The final summit push will be made from this camp, the highest in the world.

The summit Day: The route is up mixed rock and snow steps to the NE ridge. These steps are quite steep in places and require considerable care especially as you now have all of your bulky clothing and oxygen equipment on.

North East Ridge is quite wide with small steps with little height gain until the First Step. The First Step is a short rock buttress which will be fixed with rope. Above here the climbing is more exposed but again without much height gain until the Second Step. The second step is across a series of small ledges which are sometimes snow covered, then around a large boulder and then up the ladder. Again, all of this section will be fixed with rope. Above this step there is again relatively gentle mixed ground until what is called the Third Step. Although not as serious as the previous steps, there is fixed rope to the Col before the final summit snow slopes. These are quite steep and also have fixed rope to the rock buttress from where there is a short section of corniced ridge to the summit. We have designed itinerary for make this expedition successful joining with other climber in minimum cost.

If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
If you are alone and looking for a group to join then visit our fix-departure expedition information.

Detail Itinerary

Departure Detail

Spring Season:
Kathmandu Arrival Date: March 31, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 04, 2026

Expedition Cost in group joining basis;
Up to Advance Base Camp: USD 22,900 Per Person.
Up to Summit: USD 32,999 Per Person.

Note for expedition participants:
Expedition service up to Base Camp: This applies to those who have booked the expedition service - up to Base Camp. The cost does not include the High Altitude (H. A.) Climbing Sherpa guide, food and fuel, tents, climbing gear, fixed ropes up to the summit, or the Sherpa’s bonus beyond Advance Base Camp.

Additional Cost for a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 9,200 (If required by client).

The additional cost for a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (H. A.) includes: Expedition equipment allowance, Personal climbing gears, daily wages, food and fuel from base camp to summit, private transportation rescue coverage, medical expenses, accident insurance for the Sherpa, all ground transportation and a personal sleeping tent at base camp, among other essentials.

Summit Bonus for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (H. A.): USD 500 for reaching Camp at 8,000m, plus USD 1000 for climbing from 8,000m to the summit - total USD 1500. This amount is payable on the spot (ABC) by the climbing member and applies only to those climber who purchase expedition services - up to summit.

We will provide the expedition cost based on your group size and specific service requirements. Please feel free to email us or use the 'Book Expedition' form to send us your inquiry.

Start Date	End Date	Price	Season	Status	Booking
04 April, 2026	27 May, 2026	US$ 22,900 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 32,999 ( Upto Summit )	Spring	Available	Book Now
04 April, 2027	27 May, 2027	US$ 22,900 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 32,999 ( Upto Summit )	Spring	Available	Book Now
04 April, 2028	27 May, 2028	US$ 22,900 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 32,999 ( Upto Summit )	Spring	Available	Book Now

Expedition Service up to Base Camp Cost Includes:

All Pick up and drop off services for international flights as per the itinerary. (Airport/Hotel/Airport - expedition pick up and drop off).
6 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast plan. (4 nights before and 2 nights after the expedition.)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Tibet Entry Visa Fee and Mt. Everest North Col route Climbing Permit.
Charges for Highway, travel permit and Conservation Areas.
4WD Land Cruiser Jeep, Toyota Hiace or, Mini Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Timure/Kyirong/Everest Chinese Base Camp/Kathmandu for members, Nepalese interpreter/guide, Cook with all kitchen teams, food and expedition gears bags.
International Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Lhasa/Kathmandu for members and a Nepali interpreter/guide with airport tax. (If expedition via Lhasa/Everest BC/Lhasa)
Sightseeing in Lhasa as per itinerary with tour guide. (If expedition via Lhasa/Everest BC/Lhasa)
3 Meals breakfast/Lunch/Dinner (full board basis) and accommodation at best available Hotels in Tibet and tented camp during the trekking to advance base camp and back.
Summit route fixing charges.
Service of Chinese Liaison officer and Nepalese interpreter/guide at Base Camp.
Nepalese Staff: interpreter/guide, Cook and kitchen helpers at Base Camp and Advance Base Camp.
Entry fee, Visa, Travel permit, Conservation Areas fees of all Nepalese Kitchen staffs.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of Nepalese interpreter/guide, Cook and kitchen helpers.
Expedition Insurance of Nepalese interpreter/guide, Cook and kitchen helpers, Chinese Liaison officer .
Expedition Garbage Management and Garbage Disposal fees.
Nepal Tourist Visa extension. (If required by member)
Chinese government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment charges, all meals, insurance and his all ground transportation.
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Chinese Base Camp and back.
Each Members will be provided an individual Tent (Kailas/Box Tent or, NORTH FACE brand) and Mattress at Base Camp.
Common Equipment at Everest Base Camp and advance base camp such as Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Communication Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Cooking utensils and Heater at dining tent, etc.
Freshly cooked meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner): Continental, Nepali, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese items with hot drinks, Tea and Coffee.
Green vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fruits, juice, and drinks will be regularly served at Base Camp.
Experienced interpreter/guide, Cook and Kitchen helpers at Base Camp.
Necessary expedition gears, loads transport from Everest Chinese Base Camp to Advance Base Camp and return by Yak/Jopkyo (Animal).
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Per Person 50 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition untill advance Base Camp.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
High Altitude Medical expenses, Helicopter rescue coverage insurance for BC Sirdar, Cook, porters and involved Nepalese staffs.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light, charging camera and mobile set.
SAT phone or, Mobile phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use at $ 3 per minute.
Walkie-Talkie for communicating from Base Camp.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator or, Gamow Bag at Base Camp. (Lifesaver device).
Service of Daily Weather Forecast during the entire Expedition.
Sufficient backup Oxygen bottles and Mask, Regulator set available at our Base Camp (Chargeable as per use).
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Everest North Col summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Government official taxes and company service charges.

Expedition Service up to Base Camp Cost Exclude:

International airfare: To and from your country.
Nepal entry and re-entry visa fee (To be applied for 90 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 7 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking & climbing Boots).
Hight altitude climbing Sherpa guide and his related expenses.
High altitude tents/sleeping bags and mattress etc.
High Camp Services: High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector) and High Food, etc.
Oxygen bottles with mask and regulator for expedition use.
Charges for communication equipment and commercial filming permits during the trek and expedition.
Customs Duty and Import Duty fees for Expedition equipment and stuff in Nepal by Air or, by Road.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, Hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage- valid for Nepal and Tibet during expedition.
Applicable customs charges for Drone Camera and special filming permit.
Personal Expenses: Phone calls, Internet usage, battery recharge, laundry service, postage, alcoholic beverages, bottles and canned beverages, specialty coffee or espresso drinks etc during Hotels stay on the way to base camp and return.
Internet and Data Service during the Trek and Expedition.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport - TIA.
Any other service cost which is not included in the Cost Includes.
Tips for Nepali base camp support crew’s.

Tipping System:
Tipping is mandatory and it is done on a group-sharing basis by expedition participants. The minimum recommended amounts are:
1. BC Interpreter/Guide & Cook: Min. USD 400 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 300 each.
3. Yak or, Jopkyo Driver: Min. USD 50 each.

Expedition Service up to Summit Cost Includes: (Full Board Basis)

All Pick up and drop off services for international flights as per the itinerary. (Airport/Hotel/Airport - expedition pick up and drop off).
6 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast plan. (4 nights before and 2 nights after the expedition.)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Tibet Entry Visa Fee and Mt. Everest North Col route Climbing Permit.
Charges for Highway, travel permit and Conservation Areas.
4WD Land Cruiser Jeep, Toyota Hiace or, Mini Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Timure/Kyirong/Everest Chinese Base Camp/Kathmandu for members, Nepalese interpreter/guide, Cook with all kitchen teams, food and expedition gears bags.
International Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Lhasa/Kathmandu for members and a Nepali interpreter/guide with airport tax. (If expedition via Lhasa/Everest BC/Lhasa)
Sightseeing in Lhasa as per itinerary with tour guide. (If expedition via Lhasa/Everest BC/Lhasa)
3 Meals breakfast/Lunch/Dinner (full board basis) and accommodation at best available Hotels in Tibet and tented camp during the trekking to advance base camp and back.
Summit route fixing charges.
Nepalese Staff: interpreter/guide, Cook and kitchen helpers at Base Camp and Advance Base Camp.
1 Professional Everest Summiteer H. A. climbing Sherpa guide with his equipment allowance, daily wages, and carrying bonus.
Each climbing member will be accompanied by one High Altitude climbing Sherpa guide.
Entry fee, Visa, Travel permit, Conservation Areas fees for all Nepalese H. A climbing Sherpa guide, base camp interpreter/guide, Cook and Kitchen staffs.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of Nepalese interpreter/guide, Cook and Kitchen helpers.
High Altitude Medical expenses, Helicopter rescue coverage insurance for Nepalese base camp interpreter/guide, H. A. climbing Sherpa, Cook and involved Nepalese kitchen helpers.
Expedition Garbage Management and Garbage Disposal fees.
Nepal Tourist Visa extension fee. (If required by member)
Chinese government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment charges, all meals, insurance and his all ground transportation.
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
Each Members will be provided an individual Tent (Kailas/Box Tent or, NORTH FACE brand) and Mattress at Base Camp.
Common Equipment at Everest Base Camp and advance base camp such as Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Communication Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Cooking utensils and Heater at dining tent, etc.
Freshly cooked meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner): Continental, Nepali, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese items with hot drinks, Tea and Coffee.
Green vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fruits, juice, and drinks will be regularly served at Base Camp.
Experienced interpreter/guide, Cook and Kitchen helpers at Base Camp.
Necessary expedition gears, loads transport from Everest Chinese Base Camp to Advance Base Camp and return by Yak/Jopkyo (Animal).
High Altitude Tents/Sleeping Bags and Mattress.
High Camp Services for C1-C4: High Food, High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector) and High Food, etc.
Common Equipment at C2: Member Tent, Kitchen Tent, Dining Tent and Toilet Tent (2 Members per tent).
Common climbing equipment such as climbing Korean ropes, ice screws, ice bar, ice or rock pitons, etc.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Per Person 50 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition until advance Base Camp.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
7 Oxygen (4ltr.) bottles per member with mask and regulator for expedition use. (Poisk Oxygen System).
4 Oxygen (4ltr.) for H. A. climbing Sherpa guide.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light, charging camera and mobile set.
SAT phone or, Mobile phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use at $ 3 per minute.
Walkie-Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator or, Gamow Bag at Base Camp. (Lifesaver device).
Service of Daily Weather Forecast during the entire Expedition.
Sufficient backup Oxygen bottles and Mask, Regulator set available at our Base Camp (Chargeable as per use).
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Everest North Col summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Government official taxes and company service charges.

Expedition Service up to Summit Cost Excclude:

International airfare: To and from your country.
Nepal entry and re-entry visa fee (To be applied for 90 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 7 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking & climbing Boots).
Charges for communication equipment and commercial filming permits during the trek and expedition.
Customs Duty and Import Duty fees for Expedition equipment and stuff in Nepal by Air or, by Road.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, Hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage- valid for Nepal and Tibet during expedition.
Applicable permit fees, customs charges, Drone Camera and commercial filming permit.
Personal Expenses: Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, laundry service, postage, alcoholic beverages, bottles and canned beverages, specialty coffee or espresso drinks etc during Hotels stay on the way to base camp and return.
Internet and Data Service during the Trek and Expedition.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
Summit Bonus for Personal H. A. climbing Sherpa guide USD 1500. (Please see the information mentioned below.)
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport - TIA.
Any other service cost which is not included in the Cost Includes.
Tips for Nepali base camp support crew’s.

Spring Itinerary

31 March - Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport (1,350m). Meet our staff and transfer to the hotel.
01 April - Day 02: Leisure day, Apply documents and passport for the Tibet visa at the Chinese Embassy.
02 April - Day 03: Leisure day, shopping or preparation for the expedition.
03 April - Day 04: Final preparation, backpacks, attend the official briefing about the trip at evening.
04 April - Day 05: Drive to Timure (1,740m.) and Overnight at Hotel, Lodge.
05 April - Day 06: Drive to border - Visa formality and drive to Kyirong Bazar (2,700m.) O/N at Hotel.
06 April - Day 07: Drive from Kyirong to Tingri (4,350m.). O/N at Hotel.
07 April - Day 08: Fully day acclimatization in Tingri. O/N at Hotel.
08 April - Day 09: Drive from Tingri to Everest Base Camp (5,200m.) O/N at Tented Camp.
09 April - Day 10: Full day acclimatization Everest Base Camp. O/N at Tented Camp.
10 April - Day 11: Acclimatization prepare load for Advance Base Camp. O/N at Tented Camp.
11 April - Day 12: Trek from Everest Chinese BC to Middle Camp (5,700m.) 5hrs. O/N at Tented Camp.
12 April - Day 13: Trek to Everest Middle Camp (5,700m.) - Advance Base Camp (6,400m.) - set up Camp.
13 April/23 May - Day 14/54: Climbing period Mt. Everest North Col (8,848m.) - Full Camping.
24 May - Day 55: Trek from Everest Advance Base Camp - Everest Base Camp. O/N at Tented Camp.
25 May - Day 56: Drive Everest Base Camp - Saga Bazar (4,450m.). O/N at Hotel
26 May - Day 57: Drive to Kyirong Bazar and overnight at Hotel.
27 May - Day 58: Drive to Nepal border, Visa formality & drive to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
28 May - Day 59: Kathmandu free and farewell dinner at evening.
29 May - Day 60: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.

Everest North Col Expedition via Lhasa

31 March - Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport (1,350m). Meet our staff and transfer to the hotel.
01 April - Day 02: Leisure day, Apply documents and passport for the Tibet visa at the Chinese Embassy.
02 April - Day 03: Leisure day, shopping or preparation for the expedition.
03 April - Day 04: Final preparation, backpacks, attend the official briefing about the trip at evening.
04 April - Day 05: Fly to Lhasa Gonggar Int'l Airport (3,650m.), meet our staff, transfer to Hotel.
05 April - Day 06: Sightseeing: Lhasa, Drepung, Sera and Norbu Lingka Monasteries. O/N at Hotel.
06 April - Day 07: Drive from Lhasa to Shigatse (3,900m.-12792ft) – 275 KM. O/N at Hotel.
07 April - Day 08: Drive to Tingri (4,350m. - 14272ft). O/N at Hotel.
08 April - Day 09: Drive from Tingri to Chinese Base Camp (5,200m.) 4hrs. O/N at Tented Camp.
09/11 April - Day 10/12: Acclimatization, Prepare load for Advance Base Camp. O/N at Tented Camp.
12 April - Day 13: Trek from Everest Chinese BC to Middle Camp (5,700m.) 5hrs. O/N at Tented Camp.
13 April - Day 14: Middle Camp - Advance Base Camp of Everest (6,400m.) - Set up Camp. Tented Camp.
14 April/17 May - Day 15/48: Climbing Period of Mt. Everest North Col (8,848m). - Full Camping.
18 May - Day 49: Clean Base Camp, Backpack, preparation for return. O/N at Tented Camp.
19 May - Day 50: Trek to Chinese BC, drive to Shigatse. O/N at Hotel.
20 May - Day 51: Drive to Lhasa then transfer to Hotel. O/N at Hotel.
21 May - Day 52: Drive to Lhasa Gonggar Int'l Airport, Fly back to Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel.
22 May - Day 53: Kathmandu free and farewell dinner at evening.
23 May - Day 54: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward Journey. Final Departure.

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Mountain Info

Entry/Exit: Kyirong Border
Height: 8,848m./29,029ft
Latitude: 27°59′17″N
Longitude: 86°55′31″E
Trip Duration: 60 Days
Normal Ascent Route: North East Ridge
Grade: Mountaineering
Caravan Route: Kathmandu - Timure - Kyirong - Tingri - Everest Base Camp - Everest ABC - Kyirong - Kathmandu

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