THE TURQUOISE MOUNTAIN
Cho Oyu: 26,906 feet
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Join us for this classic Himalayan climb! Located in the Khumbu region of Eastern Nepal along the Tibetan border, Cho Oyu is the sixth highest mountain in the world. If you are serious about wanting to step up to an 8,000 meter peak - this is the climb for you.
Cho Oyu is one of the best ways to prepare for Everest. You will hone your ability to climb and stay healthy at extreme altitude in a forbidding environment. You will learn climbing techniques using an oxygen system and improve your alpine mountaineering skills.
Our expedition starts in Kathmandu, Nepal where we meet before flying on to Lhasa, Tibet. From Lhasa we travel via Jeep through small villages before beginning our ascent to Base Camp. We spend two nights at the lower base camp before hiring yaks and local support to move up to our Advance Base Camp.
Solid technical skills required
Cho Oyu is a difficult summit. You must have
solid cramponing skills and be able to rappel with a pack on.
There are short, steep sections on nearly vertical ice that
requires front-pointing skills. You need to know how to jumar
on fixed ropes. If you have questions about your ability level
for this climb - please call our office at 800.408.8949. We are
happy to discuss your climbing skills and any training options.
Why a Mountain Link Expedition?
World-class Guides, Sherpas and Support
Staff
Our guides are world-class
climbers. They have been on many expeditions and are among the
best in the world. Safety is their first concern - as is your
successful expedition. Our lead guide, Robert Link, has years
of high altitude experience with summits on Cho Oyu, Everest,
Denali and Kanchenjunga.
Mountain Link is honored to work with the best Sherpas in the world. As our Sirdar, Lhawang Dhondup has climbed with and supported our himalayan expeditions for many years. He is arguably one of the best climbers in the region.
Modern equipment aids in success
We believe in giving our clients the best possible shot at the
summit - while remaining safe. We utilize satellite phones and
each team member is provided with a personal radio for the
climb.
We provide oxygen at higher camps for sleeping (above 24,500 feet) and for the final summit day. We believe supplemental oxygen is not only more comfortable, but a safety concern for all team members. We also bring a Gamow Bag in the event of altitude sickness.
Trip Itinerary
Due to the expedition nature of this trip, there is no set
itinerary for each day. We have a scheduled arrival date at our
base camp. From there, we climb when we can, rest when
appropriate and take layover days when necessary.
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If you have questions about this trip, please call us at (800) 408-8949 to discuss further details. We are open 9-5, Pacific Time. Or, email here.
