
For the adventurous traveler, in Everest region there are several minor peaks open for Alpine climbing under Nepal Mountaineering Association. Mt. Abi peak also the one of them situated in the Khumbu Himal range, which is located in the Mahalangur Himalayan range Solukhumbu region of Nepal. This mountain previously called Cholo and wellknown also by Kangchung peak from the pass that reaches it - the Kangchung La. Mountaineers planning to climb the 8,000ers consider Mt Abi as a perfect training mountain for ice climbing and high altitude acclimatization. Mt. Abi requires careful ascent due to the technical ridges towards its peak. This peak was first issued a climbing permit in 2002 and although it is classed as moderate. It has been successfully climbed less than 6 times. The recognized route is Lukla-Mera la- Abi Base Camp.
Himalayan Yetiland Treks provide for expedition with all necessary infrastructures to assist you in your summit attempt. We will do the necessary paperwork for expedition permit organize all accommodation before and after expedition. We organize camp facilities, transport loads, stock and set up high camps, fix ropes, provide food, high altitude food, high quality tents, porters, professional Climbing Sherpa, advice and assistance.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1337m),
Day 02: Kathmandu equipment preparation and sightseeing. (H. D/B)
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2840m), trek to Phakding (2610m). (T. B/L/D)
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3446m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 05: Rest and acclimatisation day. (T.B/L/D)
Day 06: Trek to Dole (4200m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 07: Trek to Machhermo (4470m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 08: Trek to Gokyo (4790m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 09: Climb Gokyo~Ri (5360m), trek to Thangna (Dragnag) (4950m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 10: Trek to Abi Base Camp (5355m). (C.B/L/D)
Day 11: High Camp (5610m). (C.B/L/D)
Day 12: Summit Mt Abi Peak (6097m) and return to Base Camp. (C.B/L/D)
Day 13: Trek to Dzonglha (4830m) over Cho La Pass (5330m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 14: Trek to Pheriche (4252m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 15: Trek to Tengboche (3867m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 16: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3446m). (T.B/L/D)
Day 17: Trek to Lukla. (T. B/L/D)
Day 18: Fly to Kathmandu. (H/B)