...Aussie Alpine Academy off to a Bluebird Start...

Fresh snow, blue skies, an epic team, salmon steaks and sweet potato fries for dinner! What could be better?

The Australian Alpine Academy Intro to Mountaineering is off to a great start with the team sledding in from Guthega yesterday and setting up camp. (Heavy loads too, with all the extra tents to ensure social distancing etc)

Today they have made their way to Blue Lake to begin their training and will return to Camp later tonight before rinse and repeating tomorrow with a fresh batch of new skills like cramponing, self arrest, crevasse rescue, fixed line ascension etc.

It's so nice to be back in the mountains!!

Cheers
CTSS Team

by CTSS Team

Partial Everest Climbs, Khumbu Climbs & Treks

EVEREST | Nepal

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Partial Everest Climbs, Khumbu Climbs & Treks

Looking to climb Everest (or another 8000m peak in the future) and interested in getting some of the best training and preparation under your belt?
Or, perhaps you would love to have the full Everest experience without feeling the need to make a summit attempt?
Our partial Everest climbs may be the perfect budget-friendly option for you.

Camp 2 Everest Climb

Annually: April 3rd – May 3rd (30 Days)
$17,995 USD

A climb to Camp 2 on Everest (21,500ft/6,500m) is a fantastic way to taste-test Everest without the stress, duration, or huge cost of a summit bid.

Whether you are fascinated by the biggest mountain in the world and want to experience what it is like to be an Everest climber, or you are looking to climb Everest in the future and want to become familiar with the logistics and route, you won’t be disappointed!

A Camp 2 climb is an excellent progression step in your climbing career. The thrill of climbing in the renowned Khumbu Icefall and through the breathtaking Western CWM will stay with you for life.

Camp 2 Itinerary:

This is a sample itinerary only. Your actual daily schedule will be strategically planned to account for the best weather and summit windows etc. We begin our expedition in Kathmandu, Nepal, where we obtain our climbing permits before flying to Lukla in the Khumbu Valley to trek to Everest base camp. Our climb ends in Kathmandu. We suggest you book a flexible return airfare.

Apr 3 Arrive KTM
Apr 4 Obtain Climbing permits/Free Day/Team dinner
Apr 5 Fly to Lukla/trek to Phakding
Apr 6 Trek to Namche
Apr 7 Rest/acclimatization in Namche
Apr 8 Hike to Tengboche
Apr 9 Rest/acclimatization in Tengboche
Apr 10 Hike to Pheriche
Apr 11 Rest/Acclimatization in Pheriche
Apr 12 Trek to Lobuche Base Camp
Apr 13 Acclimatization hike Lobuche High Camp, Skills Refresher
Apr 14 Move to Lobuche High Camp
Apr 15 Acclimatization above Lobuche High Camp
Apr 16 Summit Lobuche High Camp & return to Lobuche Base Camp
Apr 17 Trek to Everest Base Camp
Apr 18 Rest at Everest Base Camp
Apr 19 Training/Acclimatization
Apr 20 Packing/Acclimatization
Apr 21 Climb to Camp 1
Apr 22 Climb to Camp 2, return to Camp 1
Apr 23 Descend to Everest Base Camp
Apr 24 Rest/Pack Up
Apr 25 Descend to Pheriche
Apr 26 Descend to Namche
Apr 27 Descend to Lukla
Apr 28 Fly to Kathmandu
Apr 29 Fly Home
Apr 30 Contingency Day
May 1 Contingency Day
May 2 Contingency Day

Camp 2 Included / Excluded:

Our expeditions are designed to be fully inclusive, except for some services/items of a personal nature like flights, gear, insurance. Here’s a detailed list of inclusions/exclusions so you know what to expect.

Included in the Camp 2 Mt. Everest Climb:

Leadership, strategy, guidance and climbing oversight by Everest Expedition Leader & CTSS team
Climbing Sherpa to assist with carrying personal gear
Full expedition logistics, weather forecasts, etc
Climbing permit
Domestic flights to and from Lukla
In country transport associated with the program itinerary
Airport transfers
Accommodation in Nepal including hotels and teahouses
Welcome dinner & meals throughout the expedition
Lobuche East peak training and acclimatization climb (please note you will climb with the wider Everest team on Lobuche as your personal Sherpa will meet you at Base Camp)
CTSS Base Camp setup and tent accommodation
Access to medical and communications gear
High mountain camp infrastructure and logistics (Camp 1, Camp 2)
On mountain meals

Excluded in the Camp 2 Mt. Everest Climb:

International flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Associated travel expenses including: Visa, Passport,
Reciprocity Fees, Vaccination Charges, Excess Baggage
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary or additional days before or after the scheduled program
Personal climbing equipment, clothing, toiletries etc
Personal sundries including but not limited to; non-team meals while in Kathmandu, personal snacks, specialized high altitude climbing food, alcoholic beverages, laundry services, medical expenses, gratuities, 3rd party internet, email or phone charges, bottled water, specialty coffees
Sherpa tip pool
Guide tip (customary but optional)
Costs incurred as a result of events beyond the control of CTSS above and beyond the normal expedition costs
Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
Unused Contingency Days at the end of your program: CTSS covers one night in the hotel in Kathmandu on your return. If you decide to stay longer in Kathmandu beyond this night, those costs are your responsibility. We highly recommend that while you should plan to be away from home for the entire duration of the expedition including contingencies days, you book a flexible return airfare so you can move your flight forward if you don’t use all of the contingency days or push it back as you need.

Camp 3 Everest Climb

Annually: April 3rd – May 12th (39 Days)
$21,995 USD

A Camp 3 climb on Everest (24,000ft/7,500m) is a phenomenal way to prepare for a future Everest or another 8,000m climb, not to mention a stunning and challenging climb in and of itself.

If Everest is on your horizon, gaining familiarity with the route, the style of climbing required to master the Khumbu icefall, the Western CWM and the Lhotse face and even understanding the nature of what it is to be part of an Everest expedition will give you an unparalleled advantage when you return for your summit bid in the future. (A Camp 3 climb also satisfies the 7,000m Everest pre-requisite in a fun, affordable, and productive way)

Our Camp 3 climbers are also offered the opportunity to use oxygen while climbing on the Lhotse Face to familiarize themselves with the systems and gain an invaluable skill set for the future—a huge advantage!

Camp 3 Itineray:

Apr 3 Arrive KTM
Apr 4 Obtain Climbing permits/Free Day/Team dinner
Apr 5 Fly to Lukla/trek to Phakding
Apr 6 Trek to Namche
Apr 7 Rest/acclimatization in Namche
Apr 8 Hike to Tengboche
Apr 9 Rest/acclimatization in Tengboche
Apr 10 Hike to Pheriche
Apr 11 Rest/Acclimatization in Pheriche
Apr 12 Trek to Lobuche Base Camp
Apr 13 Acclimatization hike Lobuche High Camp, Skills Refresher
Apr 14 Move to Lobuche High Camp
Apr 15 Acclimatization above Lobuche High Camp
Apr 16 Summit Lobuche High Camp & return to Lobuche Base Camp
Apr 17 Trek to Everest Base Camp
Apr 18 Rest at Everest Base Camp
Apr 19 Training/Acclimatization
Apr 20 Packing/Acclimatization
Apr 21 Climb to Camp 1
Apr 22 Climb to Camp 2, return to Camp 1
Apr 23 Move to Camp 2
Apr 24 Descend to Everest Base Camp
Apr 25 Rest
Apr 26 Hike to Pumori Camp 1
Apr 27 Rest/Pack
Apr 28 Climb to Camp 1
Apr 29 Climb to Camp 2
Apr 30 Touch the base of the Lhotse Face
May 1 Climb to touch Camp 3, descend to Camp 2
May 2 Descend to Base Camp
May 3 Pack/Rest
May 4 Descend to Pheriche
May 5 Descend to Namche
May 6 Descend to Lukla
May 7 Fly to Kathmandu
May 8 Fly Home
May 9 Contingency Day
May 10 Contingency Day
May 11 Contingency Day

Camp 3 Included / Excluded:

Included in the Camp 3 Mt. Everest Climb:

Leadership, strategy, guidance and climbing oversight by Everest Expedition Leader & CTSS team
Climbing Sherpa to assist with carrying personal gear
Full expedition logistics, weather forecasts, etc
Climbing permit
Domestic flights to and from Lukla
In country transport associated with the program itinerary
Airport transfers
Accommodation in Nepal including hotels and teahouses
Welcome dinner & meals throughout the expedition
Lobuche East peak training and acclimatization climb (please note you will climb with the wider Everest team on Lobuche as your personal Sherpa will meet you at Base Camp)
CTSS Base Camp setup and tent accommodation
Access to medical and communications gear
High mountain camp infrastructure and logistics (Camp 1, Camp 2 up to Camp 3)
On mountain meals

Excluded in the Camp 3 Mt. Everest Climb:

International flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Associated travel expenses including: Visa, Passport,
Reciprocity Fees, Vaccination Charges, Excess Baggage
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary or additional days before or after the scheduled program
Personal climbing equipment, clothing, toiletries etc
Personal sundries including but not limited to; non-team meals while in Kathmandu, personal snacks, specialized high altitude climbing food, alcoholic beverages, laundry services, medical expenses, gratuities, 3rd party internet, email or phone charges, bottled water, specialty coffees
Sherpa tip pool
Guide tip (customary but optional)
Costs incurred as a result of events beyond the control of CTSS above and beyond the normal expedition costs
Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
Unused Contingency Days at the end of your program: CTSS covers one night in the hotel in Kathmandu on your return. If you decide to stay longer in Kathmandu beyond this night, those costs are your responsibility. We highly recommend that while you should plan to be away from home for the entire duration of the expedition including contingencies days, you book a flexible return airfare so you can move your flight forward if you don’t use all of the contingency days or push it back as you need.

Lhotse Climb

Annually: April 3rd - May 24th (52 Days)
$34,995 USD

Lhotse is an absolutely stunning climb and a true Himalayan giant in its own right. The world’s 4th tallest mountain is a massive mountaineering achievement. Many Everest climbers come back to climb Lhotse because of the beautiful nature of the ascent and to be part of the Everest and Lhotse communities once again. Some people also want to experience the Everest route (until nearly high camp), including the Khumbu icefall, the Western Cwm, and the Lhotse Face without the Everest price tag. Regardless of the reasons, Lhotse is a great climb.

We will pair you with one of our hand-picked climbing Sherpa for your climb of Lhotse. You will be sharing base camp with the Everest climbing team and using all of the same luxurious facilities. We encourage you to customize your Lhotse expedition to suit your needs and budget.

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Lobuche East Climb

Annually: April 3rd – April 25th (22 Days)
$6,995 USD

Lobuche East is a jewel of the Himalaya and arguably offers one of the best summit views in the world! Lobuche is surrounded by the tallest peaks on earth, and the view from the summit peers out on Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse massif, Makalu, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, Thamserku, and many others. This is a great first Himalayan climb and a great training peak for taller mountains such as Aconcagua, Ama Dablam, and Manaslu. To consider an ascent of Lobuche East peak, participants must be familiar with crampon and ice axe technique and have used a harness before. We will run a training refresher at Lobuche base camp before the ascent, so if you are a little rusty, don’t worry, we will get you up to speed. If you’re not sure if you have the experience for this climb, please ask us. If not, we can recommend other training to get prepared for a Lobuche ascent.

If you’re a climber, your friends and family can join you on your acclimatization climb of Lobuche en route to Everest and challenge themselves on steep fixed-line climbing up rock, snow, and ice.

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3 Peaks Climb & Trek

Annually: April 3rd – April 30th (28 Days)
$9,995 USD

Our 3-Peaks climb takes on three legendary peaks of the Khumbu: Lobuche East, Pokalde, and Island Peak, which offer some of the best summit views in the world! Starting with Lobuche, you will be surrounded by the tallest peaks on earth with summit views of Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse massif, Makalu, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, Thamserku, and many others. Following your ascent of Lobuche, acclimatize further with a hike into Everest Base Camp. Then, enjoy two nights living the true Everest experience with the Everest summit team, including partaking in our ice climbing clinic on the Khumbu Glacier. Following your stay at EBC, you will trek to the remote Pokalde base camp—an awe-inspiring bowl of Himalayan expanse—where you will begin ascending your second Himalayan peak. Finally, we cross into the famed Imja Tse valley for a climb of the world-famous Island Peak. This is another great progression peak in the Himalayas and ideal training for taller mountains such as Aconcagua, Ama Dablam, and Manaslu.

Participants in the 3-Peak program should be familiar with crampons and ice axe usage. However, we will run a training refresher at Lobuche Base Camp before the ascent, so if you are a little rusty, don’t worry—we will get you up to speed.

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Everest Base Camp Trek

Annually: April 3rd – April 22rd (20 Days)
$5,495 USD

$5,495 USD

The Everest Base Camp trek is widely heralded as the best trek in the world and for good reason; it’s beautiful, challenging yet achievable, and incredibly scenic. Roughly 40 miles/70 km, you will trek through lush green pastures, blossoming Rhododendron forests, and the most spectacular mountain terrain in the world. The pinnacle of the CTSS EBC trek is Everest Base Camp proper at 17,600ft/ 5,500m. Being affiliated with an Everest climbing expedition allows you to enter and spend two nights within Base Camp proper, something the vast majority of trekkers never experience. This allows you to get a sense of the Everest base camp scene, trekking alongside summit climbers, being part of the climbing community, and understanding what goes into an Everest expedition. If you are feeling good, you have the added option to partake in an ice-climbing clinic (suitable for beginners) on the Khumbu Glacier and scale Kala Pathar the morning you leave base camp for stunning views of the Everest Massif, Lhotse, and Nuptse.

Everest Base Camp Trek and the Gokyo Extension are also available to family and friends.

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Everest Speed Ascents

EVEREST | Nepal

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Everest Speed Ascents

About Speed Ascents

Do you have serious time constraints, need to spend more time focusing on work, productivity, and family at home, and are concerned about time spent acclimatizing on the mountain?

Our speed ascent programs offer considerably shorter itineraries by taking advantage of pre-acclimatization technology in the comfort of your own home before you depart, and can mitigate the amount of time spent in harm’s way in the mountains and at extreme altitudes, which can improve overall safety.

While often touted as cutting edge, we have been successfully helping our clients use portable hypoxic chambers to pre-accustom their bodies to the rarefied air found at altitude with great success for many years.

We take a measured, conservative approach. We recognise that altitude chambers are not a complete substitute for natural acclimatisation, and as such, we fine-tune your schedule to take advantage of the best of both worlds, optimising your efficiency, safety, and success.

Depending on your unique needs, we will help tailor either the 40- or 30-day itinerary to suit your window of opportunity.

Please note: Speed Ascents require a high degree of dedication to your pre-acclimatization program at home in the altitude chamber. Deviation from your schedule, even for a few days, can impact your chances of success.

30-Day Speed Ascent

Annually: April 20th - 19th May (30 Days)
$12,000 USD add-on to your selected Everest/Lhotse Program

The more aggressive 30-day schedule requires commitment to a longer pre-acclimatization period at home of at least 8 weeks using Hypoxico systems. Before flying directly to Pheriche (skipping the Lobuche climb), you will meet your team at Everest Base Camp, ready for the second rotation.

30-Day Itinerary:

This is a sample itinerary only. Your actual daily schedule will be strategically planned to account for the best weather, summit windows, etc. We begin our expedition in Kathmandu, Nepal, where we obtain our climbing permits before flying to Lukla in the Khumbu Valley to trek to Everest base camp. Our climb ends in Kathmandu. We suggest you book a flexible return airfare.

April 20: Arrival in Kathmandu
April 21: Fly to Pheriche
April 22: Trek to Lobuche
April 23: Trek to Everest Base Camp
April 24: Rest Day
April 25: Training Day
April 26: Climb to Camp 1
April 27: Rest at Camp 1
April 28: Climb to Camp 2
April 29: Rest at Camp 2
April 30: Climb to Bergschrund
May 1: Rest at Camp 2
May 2: Climb to Camp 3, descend to Camp 2
May 3: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 4: Rest Day
May 5: Rest Day
May 6: Rest Day
May 7: Move to Camp 1
May 8: Move to Camp 2
May 9: Move to Camp 3
May 10: Move to Camp 4
May 11: Summit and descend
May 12: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 13: Rest Day
May 14: Pack Up at Everest Base Camp
May 15: Trek to Pheriche
May 16: Trek to Namche
May 17: Trek to Lukla
May 18: Fly to Kathmandu
May 19: Fly Home
May 20: Contingency Day
May 21: Contingency Day
May 22: Contingency Day
May 23: Contingency Day
May 24: Contingency Day
May 25: Contingency Day
May 26: Contingency Day
May 27: Contingency Day
May 28: Contingency Day
May 29: Contingency Day
May 30: Contingency Day
May 31: Contingency Day

30-Day Included / Excluded:

Your inclusions and exclusions for your Speed Ascent will be based on your chosen Everest program.

In addition to your chosen Everest program, the Speed Ascent also includes:

Usage and delivery of a portable altitude chamber that fits over your bed at home for 8 weeks
Specialised expert plan and support on the usage of your altitude chamber
Helicopter transfer direct to Pheriche in the Khumbu Valley
Separate Speed Ascent logistics

Please note: The 30-Day Speed Ascent does not include an ascent of Lobuche as an acclimatisation rotation, as you will already be acclimated and move straight to your second rotation on Everest. You will, therefore, meet your team at Everest Base Camp.

40-Day Speed Ascent

Annually: April 12th - May 21st (40 Days)
$10,000 USD add-on to your selected Everest/Lhotse Program

The 40-day schedule utilises a more natural acclimatisation and requires commitment to a 6-week pre-acclimatization period at home using the Hypoxico systems before flying into Pheriche to meet your team ready for an ascent of Lobuche East Peak. This gives you the added benefit of an extra natural acclimatization rotation and the joy of standing on top of another great Himalayan peak.

40-Day Itinerary:

April 12: Arrive in Kathmandu
April 13: Kathmandu Day
April 14: Fly to Lukla/Pheriche
April 15: Hike to Lobuche
April 16: Hike to Gorak Shep
April 17: Move to Everest Base Camp
April 18: Rest at Everest Base Camp
April 19: Training Day
April 20: Packing Day
April 21: Climb to Camp 1
April 22: Climb to Camp 2, return to Camp 1
April 23: Move to Camp 2
April 24: Descend to Everest Base Camp
April 25: Rest at Everest Base Camp
April 26: Hike to Pumori Camp 1
April 27: Rest at Everest Base Camp
April 28: Climb to Camp 1
April 29: Climb to Camp 2
April 30: Touch base of Lhotse Face return to Camp 2
May 1: Climb to Camp 3, return to Camp 2
May 2: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 3: Rest at Everest Base Camp
May 4: Rest at Everest Base Camp
May 5: Rest at Everest Base Camp
May 6: Rest at Everest Base Camp
May 7: Move to Camp 1
May 8: Move to Camp 2
May 9: Move to Camp 3
May 10: Move to Camp 4
May 11: Summit and descend to Camp 2
May 12: Descend to EVerest Base Camp
May 13: Rest Day
May 14: Pack Up at Base Camp
May 15: Trek to Pheriche
May 16: Trek to Namche
May 17: Trek to Lukla
May 18: Fly to Kathmandu
May 19: Fly Home
May 20: Contingency Day
May 21: Contingency Day

40-Day Included / Excluded:

Your inclusions and exclusions for your Speed Ascent will be based on your chosen Everest program.

In addition to your chosen Everest program, the Speed Ascent also includes:

Usage and delivery of a portable altitude chamber that fits over your bed at home for 6 weeks
Specialised expert plan and support on the usage of your altitude chamber
Helicopter transfer direct to Pheriche in the Khumbu Valley
Lobuche climb
Separate Speed Ascent logistics

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Private Western Guided Climb

EVEREST | Nepal

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Private Western Guided Climb

$129,995 USD

Annually: April 1at – May 29th (58 Days)
1:1 Client to Guide Ratio

The Rolls-Royce of Everest programs!

If you want the very best in Everest climbing and the highest quality of guidance resulting in the best chance for success, then the Private Western Guided climb is the right choice.

We will pair you with one of our most sought-after, tenured Everest guides. (We will also arrange for you to speak with your private guide prior to your climb so you can get a good feel for each other before you meet—we know that you will be as impressed as we are!)

This option also includes a personal Sherpa to carry your oxygen and as a second set of hands on your summit day.

Your guide will meet you in Kathmandu for the trek in, your acclimatization climb of Lobuche East and be available at base camp for private training, expertise, advice and acclimatization hikes.

Throughout the entire expedition, a climbing Sherpa will also help you carry your personal gear from camp to camp, alleviating much of the weight burden of climbing Everest.

This option is for those who want unparalleled levels of safety and personal attention throughout their climb. Whether you’re a less experienced Himalayan climber or have climbed above 8000m many times before, our private climb with a 1:1 Western guide gives you the best chance at standing on top of Everest.

Itinerary:

April 1: Team Arrives
April 2: Kathmandu Day
April 3: Fly to Lukla/Phakding
April 4: Trek to Namche
April 5: Rest Day
April 6: Trek to Tengboche
April 7: Rest Day
April 8: Trek to Pheriche
April 9: Rest Day
April 10: Trek to Lobuche Base Camp
April 11: Trek to Lobuche High Camp
April 12: Move to Lobuche High Camp
April 13: Acclimatization Hike
April 14: Summit and descend Lobuche Base Camp
April 15: Trek to Everest Base Camp
April 16: Rest Day
April 17: Rest Day
April 18: Train and Acclimatization HIke
April 19: Rest and Pack for First Rotation
April 20: Climb to Camp 1
April 21: Climb towards Camp 2, return to Camp 1
April 22: Descend to Everest Base Camp
April 23: Rest Day
April 24: Hike to Pumori
April 25: Rest Day
April 26: Climb to Camp 1
April 27: Climb to Camp 2
April 28: Climb above Camp 2
April 29: Climb to Camp 3 and descend to Camp 2
April 30: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 1: Rest Day
May 2: Rest Day
May 3: Rest Day
May 4: Rest Day
May 5: Move to Camp 1
May 6: Move to Camp 2
May 7: Move to Camp 3
May 8: Move to Camp 4
May 9: Summit and descend to Camp 2
May 10: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 11: Rest Day
May 12: Pack Up at Everest Base Camp
May 13: Trek to Pheriche
May 14: Trek to Namche
May 15: Trek to Lukla
May 16: Fly to Kathmandu
May 17: Fly Home
May 18: Contingency Day
May 19: Contingency Day
May 20: Contingency Day
May 21: Contingency Day
May 22: Contingency Day
May 23: Contingency Day
May 24: Contingency Day
May 25: Contingency Day
May 26: Contingency Day
May 27: Contingency Day

Included / Excluded:

Our expeditions are designed to be fully inclusive, except for some services/items of a personal nature, like flights, gear, and insurance. Here’s a detailed list of inclusions and exclusions so you know what to expect.

Included in the Private Western Guided Everest Climb:

1:1 Private Western Climbing Guide with prior Everest summits (meets you in Kathmandu and guides you throughout the entire expedition)
Leadership, strategy, and climbing oversight by our Everest Expedition Leader, including full support for a summit attempt
A climbing Sherpa to assist with carrying personal gear
Full expedition logistics, weather forecasts, etc
Everest climbing permit
Domestic flights to and from Lukla
In-country transport associated with the program itinerary
Airport transfers
Accommodation in Nepal, including hotels and teahouses
Welcome dinner & meals throughout the expedition
Oxygen system and oxygen
Lobuche East peak training and acclimatization climb
Lobuche Base Camp and High Camp setup and tent accommodation
Everest Base Camp setup and tent accommodation
Access to medical and communications gear
High mountain camp infrastructure and logistics (Camp 1, Camp 2, Camp 3, Camp 4)
On mountain meals

Excluded in the Private Western Guided Everest Climb:

International flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Associated travel expenses including visa, passport, reciprocity fees, vaccination charges, and excess baggage
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary or additional days before or after the scheduled program
Personal climbing equipment, clothing, toiletries, etc.
Personal sundries including but not limited to: non-team meals while in Kathmandu, personal snacks, specialized high altitude climbing food, alcoholic beverages, laundry services, medical expenses, gratuities, 3rd party internet, email or phone charges, bottled water, specialty coffees
Sherpa tip pool
Guide tip (customary but optional)
Costs incurred as a result of events beyond the control of CTSS above and beyond the normal expedition costs
Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
Unused Contingency Days at the end of your program: CTSS covers one night in the hotel in Kathmandu on your return. If you decide to stay longer in Kathmandu beyond this night, those costs are your responsibility. We highly recommend that while you should plan to be away from home for the entire duration of the expedition, including contingency days, you book a flexible return airfare so you can move your flight forward if you don’t use all of the contingency days or push it back as you need.

by CTSS Team

Lhotse Climb Combo

EVEREST | Nepal

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Lhotse Climb Combo

Starts at $19,995 added to your Everest program

Combining an ascent of Mt. Everest and the 4th highest mountain in the world, Lhotse, is a huge feat! With advancements in oxygen system technology and our rope fixing infrastructure it is now an achievable possibility to tag these 2 X 8000m summits in under 24 hours (given you are already so well acclimatised)

After summiting Mt Everest, you will rest on oxygen at either the South Col or Lhotse high camp (just off the Geneva Spur) for the night before climbing Lhotse’s summit pyramid early the next morning with a Personal Sherpa*. You then drop down to Camp 2 that same day and back to Base Camp the following day.

This adds only a day of extra climbing onto your chosen Mt. Everest program.

If you are goal driven, chasing the 8,000m peaks or simply want to enter the record books of the tiny number of people that have completed this double header feat, we’re happy to help you make this happen by organising and facilitating your Lhotse add on.

*Depending on your program you may be able to secure your private Everest Guide for your Lhotse Ascent too – Private IFMGA Guides attract an additional fee of $5,000 and Private Western Guides attract an additional fee of $10,000.

Itinerary:

The Lhotse Add-On itinerary is subject to your chosen Everest program and adds a single day to your itinerary following your Everest summit.

Apr 3 Team Arrives
Apr 4 KTM Day
Apr 5 Fly to Lukla/Phakding
Apr 6 Trek to Namche
Apr 7 Rest
Apr 8 Trek to Tengboche
Apr 9 Rest
Apr 10 Trek to Pheriche
Apr 11 Rest
Apr 12 Trek to Lobuche base camp
Apr 13 Trek to Lobuche High Camp
Apr 14 Move to Lobuche High Camp
Apr 15 Acclimatize
Apr 16 Summit and descend Lobuche BC
Apr 17 Trek to EBC
Apr 18 Rest at EBC
Apr 19 Rest at EBC
Apr 20 Train
Apr 21 Rest/Pack for first rotation
Apr 22 Climb to C1
Apr 23 Climb towards C2
Apr 24 Descend to base camp
Apr 25 Rest
Apr 26 Hike to Pumori
Apr 27 Rest
Apr 28 Climb to C1
Apr 29 Climb to C2
Apr 30 Climb above C2
May 1 Climb to C3 and descend to C2
May 2 Descend to base camp
May 3 Rest
May 4 Rest
May 5 Rest
May 6 Rest
May 7 To C1
May 8 To C2
May 9 To C3
May 10 To C4
May 11 Summit and descend to C2
May 12 Descend to base camp
May 13 Rest
May 14 Pack up base camp
May 15 Trek to Pheriche
May 16 Trek to Namche
May 17 Trek to Lukla
May 18 Fly to KTM
May 19 Fly Home
May 20 Contingency
May 21 Contingency
May 22 Contingency
May 23 Contingency
May 24 Contingency

Included / Excluded:

Your inclusions and exclusions are based on your chosen Everest program.

In addition to your chosen Everest program; the Lhotse Add On includes:

Support for a summit attempt on Lhotse following your Everest summit attempt
Lhotse permit
Additional Lhotse logistics (high mountain support, weather forecasts, rope fixing fees, food etc)
Additional oxygen (4 additional bottles – 3x for your use, 1x for your sherpa) for use on Lhotse summit day
A Personal Sherpa for Lhotse summit day to guide you*

*Please note; as The Lhotse Add On is a separate deviation from your Everest program and therefore your Everest guidance is not included and you will be assigned a Personal Sherpa to assist you. If you do want to continue with your private Everest guidance, or want higher levels of guidance, please contact us for up to date pricing

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Western Guided Team Climb

EVEREST | Nepal

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Western Guided Team Climb

$74,995 USD

Annually: March 30th – May 27th (58 days)

Pros:

World-class Western/International Everest Guide who meets you in Kathmandu and stays with you throughout the entire expedition, including the Lobuche summit climb
Higher degree of personal service
Higher degree of safety
The benefit of an additional personal Sherpa on your summit bid
Pre-climb ladder and climbing refresher clinics
High degree of team camaraderie, shared meals, etc., with your guide.
Incredibly good value for money

Cons:

Less personal attention than on a private 1:1 climb

This classic Everest guided climb is, season after season, our most popular option.

It is well suited to climbers who would like a higher service level or more Western-style guidance and are competent, confident, and team-oriented. This option is often reported as the most fun and enjoyable climb because of the camaraderie and sense of community with their fellow climbers, and year in, year out, they achieve fantastic summit success.

A senior, world-class mountain guide guides the Western Guided team. A consummate professional who is genuine, caring, inspiring, strong, technically solid, and cool-headed. They will have previous 8000m climbing experience and a time-tested, impressive resume.

To complement your team climb, you will also be assigned an additional personal Sherpa on the summit bid to increase your safety and account for any turnarounds without impacting your opportunity for success.

Itinerary:

March 30: Team Arrives
March 31: Kathamandu Day
April 1: Fly to Lukla/Phakding
April 2: Trek to Namche
April 3: Rest Day
April 4: Trek to Tengboche
April 5: Rest Day
April 6: Trek to Pheriche
April 7: Rest Day
April 8: Trek to Lobuche Base Camp
April 9: Trek to Lobuche High Camp
April 10: Move to Lobuche High Camp
April 11: Acclimatization Hike
April 12: Summit and descend Lobuche Base Camp
April 13: Trek to Everest Base Camp
April 14: Rest Day
April 15: Rest Day
April 16: Train and Acclimatization Hike
April 17: Rest and Pack for first rotation
April 18: Climb to Camp 1
April 19: Climb to Camp 2 and return to Camp 1
April 20: Descend to Everest Base Camp
April 21: Rest Day
April 22: Hike to Pumori
April 23: Rest Day
April 24: Climb to Camp 1
April 25: Climb to Camp 2
April 26: Climb above Camp 2
April 27: Climb to Camp 3 and descend to Camp 2
April 28: Descend to Everest Base Camp
April 29: Rest Day
April 30: Rest Day
May 1: Rest Day
May 2: Rest Day
May 3: To Camp 1
May 4: To Camp 2
May 5: To Camp 3
May 6: To Camp 4
May 7: Summit and descend to Camp 2
May 8: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 9: Rest Day
May 10: Pack Up and Everest Base Camp
May 11: Trek to Pheriche
May 12: Trek to Namche
May 13: Trek to Lukla
May 14: Fly to Kathmandu
May 15: Fly Home
May 16: Contingency Day
May 17: Contingency Day
May 18: Contingency Day
May 19: Contingency Day
May 20: Contingency Day
May 21: Contingency Day
May 22: Contingency Day
May 23: Contingency Day
May 24: Contingency Day
May 25: Contingency Day
May 26: Contingency Day
May 27: Contingency Day

Included / Excluded:

Included in the Western Guided Team Everest Climb:

A highly experienced Western climbing guide with prior Everest summits (meets you in Kathmandu and guides you throughout the entire expedition)
Leadership, strategy, and climbing oversight by our Everest Expedition Leader, including full support for a summit attempt
A climbing Sherpa to assist with carrying personal gear
Full expedition logistics, weather forecasts, etc
Everest climbing permit
Domestic flights to and from Lukla
In-country transport associated with the program itinerary
Airport transfers
Accommodation in Nepal, including hotels and teahouses
Welcome dinner & meals throughout the expedition
Oxygen system and oxygen
Lobuche East peak training and acclimatization climb
Lobhcue Base Camp and High Camp setup and tent accommodation
Everest Base Camp setup and tent accommodation
Access to medical and communications gear
High mountain camp infrastructure and logistics (Camp 1, Camp 2, Camp 3, Camp 4)
On mountain meals

Excluded in the Western Guided Team Everest Climb:

International flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Associated travel expenses, including visa, passport, reciprocity fees, vaccination charges, excess baggage
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary or additional days before or after the scheduled program
Personal climbing equipment, clothing, toiletries, etc.
Personal sundries including but not limited to: non-team meals while in Kathmandu, personal snacks, specialized high altitude climbing food, alcoholic beverages, laundry services, medical expenses, gratuities, 3rd party internet, email or phone charges, bottled water, specialty coffees
Sherpa tip pool
Guide tip (customary but optional)
Costs incurred as a result of events beyond the control of CTSS above and beyond the normal expedition costs
Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
Unused Contingency Days at the end of your program: CTSS covers one night in the hotel in Kathmandu on your return. If you decide to stay longer in Kathmandu beyond this night, those costs are your responsibility. We highly recommend that while you should plan to be away from home for the entire duration of the expedition, including contingency days, you book a flexible return airfare so you can move your flight forward if you don’t use all of the contingency days or push it back as you need.

by CTSS Team

Private Tendi Sherpa Guided Climb

EVEREST | Nepal

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Private Tendi Sherpa Guided Climb

Tendi Sherpa Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

BOOKED FOR 2026

This is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to climb with legendary Mount Everest guide Tendi Sherpa!

Tendi is arguably the best Guide (Sherpa or non-Sherpa) on Everest, not just because of his vast experience and technical ability, but also because of his leadership, safety conscience, strength, work ethic, humility, and instinct.

A 18x Everest summiteer, Tendi Sherpa is a fully IFMGA (internationally certified) guide, world-class mountaineer, our CTSS Sirdar (Lead Sherpa), Director of the “Tendi Guide Foundation”, author, husband, and father, to name just a few.

The hardest part of this expedition is getting in quickly enough to secure Tendi as your private guide, as he is in huge demand every season. If you would like to get to know Tendi, we can arrange for you to speak with him personally. We know that you will be as impressed as we are.

Tendi will meet you at Lobuche Base Camp, ready for your Lobuche climb. (Don’t worry, you will still be met by one of our team/Guides in Kathmandu and guided by CTSS during your trek to meet Tendi)

Itinerary:

April 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
April 2: Kathmandu Day
April 3: Fly to Lukla/Phakding
April 4: Trek to Namche
April 5: Rest Day
April 6: Trek to Tengboche
April 7: Rest Day
April 8: Trek to Pheriche
April 9: Rest Day
April 10: Trek to Lobuche Base Camp
April 11: Trek to Lobuche High Camp
April 12: Move to Lobuche High Camp
April 13: Acclimatization Hike
April 14: Summit and descend Lobuche Base Camp
April 15: Trek to Everest Base Camp
April 16: Rest Day
April 17: Rest Day
April 18: Train and Acclimatization Hike
April 19: Rest and Pack for First Rotation
April 20: Climb to Camp 1
April 21: Climb towards Camp 2 return to Camp 1
April 22: Descend to Everes Base Camp
April 23: Rest Day
April 24: Hike to Pumori
April 25: Rest Day
April 26: Climb to Camp 1
April 27: Climb to Camp 2
April 28: Climb above Camp 2
April 29: Climb to Camp 3 and descend to Camp 2
April 30: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 1: Rest Day
May 2: Rest Day
May 3: Rest Day
May 4: Rest Day
May 5: Move to Camp 1
May 6: Move to Camp 2
May 7: Move to Camp 3
May 8: Move to Camp 4
May 9: Summit and descend to Camp 2
May 10: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 11: Rest Day
May 12: Pack Up at Everest Base Camp
May 13: Trek to Pheriche
May 14: Trek to Namche
May 15: Trek to Lukla
May 16: Fly to Kathmandu
May 17: Fly Home
May 18: Contingency Day
May 19: Contingency Day
May 20: Contingency Day
May 21: Contingency Day
May 22: Contingency Day
May 23: Contingency Day
May 24: Contingency Day
May 25: Contingency Day
May 26: Contingency Day
May 27: Contingency Day
May 28: Contingency Day
May 29: Contingency Day
May 30: Contingency Day

Included / Excluded:

Included in the Private Tendi Sherpa Everest Climb:

Private Everest climb with Tendi Sherpa
Leadership, strategy, and climbing oversight by our Everest Expedition Leader, including full support for a summit attempt
A climbing Sherpa to assist with carrying personal gear
Full expedition logistics, weather forecasts, etc
Everest climbing permit
Domestic flights to and from Lukla
In-country transport associated with the program itinerary
Airport transfers
Accommodation in Nepal, including hotels and teahouses
Welcome dinner & meals throughout the expedition
Oxygen system and oxygen
Lobuche East peak training and acclimatization climb (please note you will climb with the wider Everest team on Lobuche as Tendi will meet you at Base Camp)
Lobuche Base Camp and High Camp setup and tent accommodation
Everest Base Camp setup and tent accommodation
Access to medical and communications gear
High mountain camp infrastructure and logistics (Camp 1, Camp 2, Camp 3, Camp 4)
On mountain meals

Excluded in the Private Tendi Sherpa Everest Climb

International flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Associated travel expenses, including visa, passport, reciprocity fees, vaccination charges, excess baggage
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary or additional days before or after the scheduled program
Personal climbing equipment, clothing, toiletries, etc.
Personal sundries including but not limited to: non-team meals while in Kathmandu, personal snacks, specialized high altitude climbing food, alcoholic beverages, laundry services, medical expenses, gratuities, 3rd party internet, email or phone charges, bottled water, specialty coffees
Sherpa tip pool
Guide tip (customary but optional)
Costs incurred as a result of events beyond the control of CTSS above and beyond the normal expedition costs
Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
Unused Contingency Days at the end of your program: CTSS covers one night in the hotel in Kathmandu on your return. If you decide to stay longer in Kathmandu beyond this night, those costs are your responsibility. We highly recommend that, while you should plan to be away from home for the entire duration of the expedition, including contingency days, you book a flexible return airfare so you can move your flight forward if you don’t use all of the contingency days or push it back as you need.

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Private 1:1 Sherpa Guided Climb

EVEREST | Nepal

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Private 1:1 Sherpa Guided Climb

Starts from $74,995 USD (Contact Us for Individual Pricing)

Annually; April 1 – May 29 (58 days)

Pros:

1:1 Private Guide
High degree of autonomy and independence
Highly affordable and incredibly good value for money
Higher degree of safety and unparalleled oversight
Pre-climb ladder and climbing clinics

Cons:

Less camaraderie than team environment
Guide doesn’t necessarily meet you until you reach Lobuche (you will be on guided on trek with broader team)
Possible Language/Cultural barrier

This is one of our most popular climb options for good reason as it offers the benefit of having your own, private, highly experienced, fully internationally certified Mountain Guide but at an unbeatable Everest price. These are the finest Sherpa in the business having climbed extensively in the Himalaya and around the world but with an added level of rigorous, international training and qualification than many of their peers.

This option is well suited for participants who want the oversight, safety, and personal attention of a skilled guide and the autonomy of being on a private trip at an unbeatable price.

Our Sherpa Guide Team are a trusted part of our team and are more like family. Having been with us for years (and will be with us for many more) we believe wholeheartedly in their leadership and expertise. These are world class climbers and guides who are knowledgeable, kind, strong, experienced, respectful, and very proficient.

Below is a snapshot of our Sherpa Guide team for you to choose from but feel free to discuss this with us as we will work with you to pair you with the right fit for your experience level and personality.

Your private Sherpa Guide will meet you at Lobuche Base Camp ready for your Lobuche climb and remain with you throughout the entire Everest climb as well as being available for refresher training. (Don’t worry, you will be met in Kathmandu and guided for your trek to Lobuche)

Climbers need to have a solid base of experience and proven climbing skills to qualify for this program. If you are unsure, please feel free to discuss your experience level with us.

Tendi Sherpa Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

BOOKED FOR 2026

This is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to climb with legendary Mount Everest guide Tendi Sherpa!

Tendi will meet you at Lobuche Base Camp, ready for your Lobuche climb. (Don’t worry, you will still be met by one of our team/Guides in Kathmandu and guided by CTSS during your trek to meet Tendi)

Big Tendi Sherpa Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1 – May 29 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

BOOKED FOR 2026

3x Everest summits having guided 17x clients successfully to the top
Technical Director for Nepal Mountain Guide Association representing Nepal all over the world
Veteran mountain guide
A tenured climbing instructor who has literally taught a generation of Sherpa
Guided well over 100 mountains around the world including Everest, peaks in France & Italy and climbed and guided in over 30 countries around the world.
Partner in our local logistics company

Ashish Gurung Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

BOOKED FOR 2026

Numerous 8,000m summits, including 5x Everest and 3x Lhotse
Countless 6000-7000m peaks, including 3x Ama Dablam, Mera, Robche, etc
Double Crown finisher successfully summiting both Everest and Lhotse in under 24 hours
One of the most patient, kind, and caring guides, paired with a huge work ethic and expertise
Has high mountain rescue and wilderness first aid qualifications
Is a skilled photographer with formal photography training
Bilingual speaks Japanese and English

Migma Dorjee Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

14x Everest summiteer!
8x Cho Oyu, 1x Lhotse, 1x Makalu, 1x Manaslu, 1x Pumori, 2x Puta Hiuchuli, 2x Mt Nandadevi East , India
Uncountable 6000m peaks
Hardworking, trustworthy and a pleasure to climb with
Migma’s deep experience is unparalleled, he is a true gem in our guiding team

Dawa Yolmo Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
Aspirant IFMGA Guide

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

3x Everest summits (2023/2024/2025), Dhaulagiri, 3x Ama Dablam expeditions, and many 6000m peaks
Started guiding in 2012
Bachelor’s Degree in Travel & Tourism & a Master’s in Business Studies
Speaks English and Italian
Always smiling, such a positive, happy energy. He is as solid as they come, trustworthy, smart, and capable.
Good communicator, good English, slightly on the quieter side.
A staff favorite

Naren Shahi Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

BOOKED FOR 2026

Numerous 8,000m summits, including 5x Everest/1x Manaslu
Countless 6000m peaks including 3x Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Island Peak, Mera, Elbrus etc
Has high mountain rescue, helicopter high line rescue and first aid qualifications
Is the Technical Director of the Nepal Mountain Guide Association and Executive Board Member of Nepal Mountaineering Instructor Association
Has guided extensively for 2 decades in the Himalaya, Europe and USA
Speaks English, German and French
Understudied Casey Grom and has a detail orientated Western style of guiding.
Is fun, energetic, confident, kind, understanding and very self motivated. A true client favourite.

“Naren raises the bar on guiding. He is highly professional, technically brilliant and takes a proactive approach to climbing. Because of his experience, skill and instruction, I felt prepared, confident and safe during my Entire Everest climb. I especially appreciate the time Naren takes to educate his clients and take them to the next level of their climbing career. It makes sense, since he is a technical director of IFMGA. Climbing with him for a 2nd year, I’ve been lucky enough to see him in action repairing anchors and lines throughout the ice. He is not only an asset to CTSS, but to everyone on that mountain. He remains calm in chaos and has a solution for every situation. His opinion is highly respected and constantly sought out by others on the mountain. Not only do you get the best in technical guiding, but a rich experience in culture. I call him the mayor of the Khumbu Valley, because he knows everyone, and makes you feel a part of his community and family. I would climb with Naren any place, anytime. I am truly honored to have learned from one of the best on the ice!” – Meghan Buchanan, Everest Summiteer, 2022

Thunang Bhote Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

10x Everest summits, 2x Lhotse, and 5x Manaslu
One of the most experienced guides on the mountain
Guided 4x Himlung Himal & Annapurna IV
One of the strongest, most competent, and confident members of our guide team
Mature, calm, humble, and while somewhat quiet, has a great personality
A client favorite

Pega Sherpa Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
Aspirant IFMGA Guide

BOOKED FOR 2026

13x 8000m expeditions including:
- 9x Everest expedition (7x summits)
- 2x Cho Oyu Summits
- 2 x Lhotse Summit
Multiple Putha Hiunchuli, Baruntse, Lobuche, Island Peak, Mera, Yal, Khangla expeditions.
Pega has guided as a Trekking Guide most of the Himalayan range including Everest, Annapurna, Langtang, Rolwaling, Manang, Mustang, Manaslu, Dolpa etc
Has a Bachelors degree in Social Work
Is a climbing instructor at the Khumbu Climbing Centre and has completed both Basic and Advanced climbing courses with KCC
Completed Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) (Basic & Advanced) courses
Certified Rigging for Rescue Course RFR in the USA,
Wilderness First Responder certification with University of New Mexico.

“Pega’s attention to detail with clear and concise communication ensured we were an effective team. Continually alert to safety considerations, he did not “follow the herd” but considered optimal routes for my capabilities. I am now a much better climber thanks to Pega’s patient coaching. Pega’s competence in handling my evacuation due to unanticipated health issues, was exemplary. If you climb with Pega you will be in safe hands with world class expertise. He can also teach you a few magic tricks and plays a mean game of ping-pong.” – Everest Climber 2024

Dawa Jangbu Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

3 x Everest summits (2019/2023/2024) in 2024 he returned to 8,516m to assist, almost climbing twice in a season!)
Has been a NATHM Rock climbing Instructor since 2012
Started as a trekking guide in 2009 before transitioning to a high altitude mountain guide in 2011.
Has 2x summits of Ama Dablam, 6x Island Peak and countless other 6,000m peaks.
Has mountain rescue qualifications
Is dedicated, a natural and enthusiastic teacher, is very eager and motivated to excel and not afraid of hard work.

Manraj Gurung Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
Aspirant IFMGA Guide

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

Started guiding in 2009
Highly educated with a Masters in Business Studies and a Masters in Buddhism and Himalayan Studies
Instructor for Nepal Mountain Academy
Has qualifications in wilderness first aid, avalanche and mountain rescue
One of our top private guides on Ama Dablam, Himlung, Mera, Island Peak, Lobuche
Is moving to Everest guiding in 2025, and is priced accordingly so incredible value for such a great guide.

“I want to put in a great word for Man Raj Gurung. He was the perfect guide for me, exhibiting calm, attentive professionalism. I appreciated his cultural and Buddhist knowledge and perspective and we had many great conversations along the journey which elevated the experience for me. Great, dedicated climber as well. I would highly recommend him” – Michael S, Ama Dablam 24 climber

Lhakpa Nuru Sherpa Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

4 x Everest Summits,
Climbed high on Makalu with a Japanese team
Speaks English, conversational Japanese, and Hindi
Has multiple summits of Ama Dablam, Island Peak, Mera Peak, Lobuche Peak etc
Has mountain rescue, first aid and rock climbing qualifications
Is positive, patient and has an impressive work ethic.
We are impressed with his leadership skills and energy

Pasang Tendi Sherpa Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

BOOKED FOR 2026

Multiple 8000m Summiteer
- 5x Everest Summits
- 1x Lhotse Summit
- 1 x Annapurna 1 Summit
- 1 x Shishapangma Summit
Over 25x Himalayan 6-7,000m peaks including 2x Ama Dablam summits
Multiple Aconcagua Summits including Polish Glacier summits)
A client favorite! (By far one of the nicest, most humble personalities you will come across paired with climbing prowess and expertise)
Nepal Mountaineering Association instructor since 2019
Guides and climbs throughout the Himalaya, Europe and the USA

Sajjan Ghale Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
Aspirant IFMGA Guide

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

4x 8000m summits including 3x Everest (2022/2024/2025), K2 (2024), and Manaslu (2021)
Is an Aspirant IFMGA Guide (2 years until completion)
Has 2x summits of Himulung (2022/2023)
Has mountain rescue and first aid qualifications
Speaks both French and English
Young, strong, confident, and friendly. He is motivated to excel and be the best guide he can be
A staff favorite

Abiral Rai Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

3 x Everest expeditions (2x summits in 2023/2024) & 1x to 8,500m)
Is one of the Lead Instructors for the Nepali IFMGA program teaching a generation of Guides
Has 5x guided summits of Ama Dablam, 2x Buruntse, 3x Peak Lenin in Tajikistan and many 7000/6000m peaks
Has mountain rescue, first aid and ski qualifications
Is confident, a natural leader, eager, motivated to excel and be the best guide he can be
A client and staff favorite

Dorjee Sherpa Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

AVAILABLE FOR 2026

Guided 6x 8000m expeditions including
- Everest (4x) with 3x summits
- Lhotse (1x summit)
- Manaslu (1x summit)
Island Peak (15x!) Ama Dablam (3x) Lobuche (10x) Mera Peak (7x) Pisang (2x)
Accomplished trekking guide having guided the GHT twice! and through most of Nepal
Mountain Rescue Instructor, rock climbing instructor
Nepal Medal of Gallantry recipient
Board Member for Sherpa for Change, Member of the Nepal Climbing Team
Confident, ability to take initiative and emotionally intelligent
Dorjee is a quick decision maker, adaptable and receptive to feedback. A huge asset to our team.

Lam Babu Sherpa Guided Climb 1:1

Annually: April 1st – May 31 (58 days)
IFMGA Fully Internationally Certified

BOOKED FOR 2026

Multiple Everest summiteer with 30+ years of experience
Our most senior private IFMGA Sherpa Guide
Tenured Instructor for the Nepal Mountaineering Association & Guide School
Has worked as a Sirdar (Lead Sherpa) for many Everest expeditions

Itinerary:

Apr 1 Arrive in Kathmandu
Apr 2 KTM Day
Apr 3 Fly to Lukla/Phakding
Apr 4 Trek to Namche
Apr 5 Rest
Apr 6 Trek to Tengboche
Apr 7 Rest
Apr 8 Trek to Pheriche
Apr 9 Rest
Apr 10 Trek to Lobuche base camp
Apr 11 Trek to Lobuche High Camp
Apr 12 Move to Lobuche High Camp
Apr 13 Acclimatize
Apr 14 Summit and descend Lobuche BC
Apr 15 Trek to EBC
Apr 16 Rest
Apr 17 Rest
Apr 18 Train/acclimatise
Apr 19 Rest/Pack for first rotation
Apr 20 Climb to C1
Apr 21 Climb towards C2 rturn to C1
Apr 22 Descend to base camp
Apr 23 Rest
Apr 24 Hike to Pumori
Apr 25 Rest
Apr 26 Climb to C1
Apr 27 Climb to C2
Apr 28 Climb above C2
Apr 29 Climb to C3 and descend to C2
Apr 30 Descend to base camp
May 1 Rest
May 2 Rest
May 3 Rest
May 4 Rest
May 5 To C1
May 6 To C2
May 7 To C3
May 8 To C4
May 9 Summit and descend to C2
May 10 Descend to base camp
May 11 Rest
May 12 Pack up base camp
May 13 Trek to Pheriche
May 14 Trek to Namche
May 15 Trek to Lukla
May 16 Fly to KTM
May 17 Fly Home
May 18 Contingency
May 19 Contingency
May 20 Contingency
May 21 Contingency
May 22 Contingency
May 23 Contingency
May 24 Contingency
May 25 Contingency
May 26 Contingency
May 27 Contingency
May 28 Contingency
May 29 Contingency
May 30 Contingency

Included / Excluded:

Included in the Private 1:1 Sherpa Guided Everest Climb:

A private 1:1 Sherpa guide for entire Everest climb
Leadership, strategy, climbing oversight by Everest Expedition Leader including full support for a summit attempt
Climbing Sherpa to assist with carrying personal gear
Full expedition logistics, weather forecasts, etc
Everest climbing permit
Domestic flights to and from Lukla
In country transport associated with the program itinerary
Airport transfers
Accommodation in Nepal including hotels and teahouses
Welcome dinner & meals throughout the expedition
Oxygen system and oxygen
Lobuche East peak training and acclimatization climb
CTSS Base Camp setup and tent accommodation
Access to medical and communications gear
High mountain camp infrastructure and logistics (Camp 1, Camp 2, Camp 3, Camp 4)
On mountain meals

Excluded in the Private 1:1 Sherpa Guided Everest Climb:

International flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Associated travel expenses including: Visa, Passport, Reciprocity Fees, Vaccination Charges, Excess Baggage
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary or additional days before or after the scheduled program
Personal climbing equipment, clothing, toiletries etc
Personal sundries including but not limited to; non-team meals while in Kathmandu, personal snacks, specialized high altitude climbing food, alcoholic beverages, laundry services, medical expenses, gratuities, 3rd party internet, email or phone charges, bottled water, specialty coffees
Sherpa tip pool
Guide tip (customary but optional)
Costs incurred as a result of events beyond the control of CTSS above and beyond the normal expedition costs
Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
Unused Contingency Days at the end of your program: CTSS covers one night in the hotel in Kathmandu on your return. If you decide to stay longer in Kathmandu beyond this night, those costs are your responsibility. We highly recommend that while you should plan to be away from home for the entire duration of the expedition including contingencies days, you book a flexible return airfare so you can move your flight forward if you don’t use all of the contingency days or push it back as you need.

by CTSS Team

IFMGA Sherpa Team Climb

EVEREST | Nepal

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IFMGA Sherpa Team Climb

$59,995 USD

Annually: April 3 – May 31 (58 Days)
Max 1:5 Sherpa Guide to Client Ratio

Pros:

Comradery of the team
Highly affordable
Skilled and certified Nepali Guidance
Pre-climb ladder and climbing clinics

Cons:

Shared personal attention (1 guide: max of 5 climbers)
Possible language and/or cultural barrier

The IFMGA Sherpa Team Climb is ideal for the experienced mountaineer who is confident in their ability and comfortable relying on their own skillset to keep their expedition costs low but is still looking for the advantages, oversight, and safety of working with a professional, fully internationally certified Mountain Guide.

This option will see you climbing in a small team of other experienced climbers (maximum 1:5 Sherpa Guide to Client Ratio) led by one of our hand-picked, highly qualified IFMGA Sherpa Guides (who will also be available to conduct group refresher skills clinics)

This option further includes the benefit of an additional Personal Sherpa with you above Camp 2 on the Summit Rotation, oversight and assistance of our Everest Expedition Leader throughout, support from our group Sherpa team to assist with load carries during all acclimatization rotations, and full access to CTSS’s logistics.

Climbers need to have solid climbing skills, experience above 7,000m (Aconcagua is okay) or preferably 8,000m, and familiarity with a high-altitude oxygen and mask system.

Please note: This program will not run with fewer than 3 climbers.

Itinerary:

April 3: Team Arrives
April 4: Kathmandu Day
April 5: Fly to Lukla/Phakding
April 6: Trek to Namche
April 7: Rest Day
April 8: Trek to Tengboche
April 9: Rest Day
April 10: Trek to Pheriche
April 11: Rest Day
April 12: Trek to Lobuche Base Camp
April 13: Trek to Lobuche High Camp
April 14: Move to Lobuche High Camp
April 15: Acclimatization Hike
April 16: Summit and descend Lobuche Base Camp
April 17: Trek to Everest Base Camp
April 18: Rest Day
April 19: Rest Day
April 20: Train and Acclimatization Hike
April 21: Rest and Pack for First Rotation
April 22: Climb to Camp 1
April 23: Climb towards Camp 2, return to Camp 1
April 24: Descend to Everest Base Camp
April 25: Rest Day
April 26: Hike to Pumori
April 27: Rest Day
April 28: Climb to Camp 1
April 29: Climb to Camp 2
April 30: Climb above Camp 2
May 1: Climb to Camp 3 and descend to Camp2
May 2: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 3: Rest Day
May 4: Rest Day
May 5: Rest Day
May 6: Rest Day
May 7: Move to Camp 1
May 8: Move to Camp 2
May 9: Move to Camp 3
May 10: Move to Camp 4
May 11: Summit and descend to Camp 2
May 12: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 13: Rest Day
May 14: Pack Up at Everest Base Camp
May 15: Trek to Pheriche
May 16: Trek to Namche
May 17: Trek to Lukla
May 18: Fly to Kathmandu
May 19: Fly Home
May 20: Contingency Day
May 21: Contingency Day
May 22: Contingency Day
May 23: Contingency Day
May 24: Contingency Day
May 25: Contingency Day
May 26: Contingency Day
May 27: Contingency Day
May 28: Contingency Day
May 29: Contingency Day
May 30: Contingency Day

Included / Excluded:

Included in the IFMGA Sherpa Team Everest Climb:

IFMGA (internationally certified) Everest Sherpa Guide (max ratio 1:5 for your team for the entire Everest climb)
Additional Personal Sherpa above Camp 2 on the summit rotation
Leadership, strategy, and climbing oversight by our Everest Expedition Leader, including full support for a summit attempt
A climbing Sherpa to assist with carrying personal gear
Full expedition logistics, weather forecasts, etc
Everest climbing permit
Domestic flights to and from Lukla
In-country transport associated with the program itinerary
Airport transfers
Accommodation in Nepal, including hotels and teahouses
Welcome dinner and meals throughout the expedition
Oxygen system and oxygen
Lobuche East peak training and acclimatization climb
Lobuche Base Camp and High Camp setup and tent accommodation
Everest Base Camp setup and tent accommodation
Access to medical and communications gear
High mountain camp infrastructure and logistics (Camp 1, Camp 2, Camp 3, Camp 4)
On mountain meals

Excluded in the IFMGA Sherpa Team Everest Climb:

International flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Associated travel expenses, including visa, passport, reciprocity fees, vaccination charges, excess baggage
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary or additional days before or after the scheduled program
Personal climbing equipment, clothing, toiletries, etc.
Personal sundries including but not limited to: non-team meals while in Kathmandu, personal snacks, specialized high altitude climbing food, alcoholic beverages, laundry services, medical expenses, gratuities, 3rd party internet, email or phone charges, bottled water, specialty coffees
Sherpa tip pool
Guide tip (customary but optional)
Costs incurred as a result of events beyond the control of CTSS above and beyond the normal expedition costs
Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
Unused Contingency Days at the end of your program: CTSS covers one night in the hotel in Kathmandu on your return. If you decide to stay longer in Kathmandu beyond this night, those costs are your responsibility. We highly recommend that, while you should plan to be away from home for the entire duration of the expedition, including contingency days, you book a flexible return airfare so you can move your flight forward if you don’t use all of the contingency days or push it back as you need.

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Personal Sherpa Climb

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Personal Sherpa Climb

$58,995 USD

April 3 – May 31 (58 Days)

Pros:

High degree of autonomy and independence
Highly affordable
Recognizes past skillset and qualifications as a mountaineer
1:1 climbing partner during the entire climb from Everest Base Camp to the summit and on each rotation. (You will likely be partnered with multiple Sherpa companion climbers from rotation to rotation, giving you the opportunity to figure out who you climb best with, so you can partner with them on the summit push)
Pre-climb ladder and climbing clinics

Cons:

No professional guidance, and therefore higher risk
Personal Sherpas are more of a climbing companion and less of a ‘guide’ and have fewer qualifications than IFMGA, Western Guides, or Private Guides.
Limited Everest-specific guide knowledge
Less camaraderie
Possible language and/or cultural barrier
Personal Sherpa doesn’t climb Lobuche

The Personal Sherpa Climb is a 1:1 climb that offers the benefit of self-directed climbing with the safety and personal attention of having a Sherpa companion climber with you. This option differs from the ‘Sherpa Supported Climb’ option, which only partners you with a companion climber on the summit rotation.

This option is well suited to self-sufficient climbers who want autonomy, are highly competent in the mountains, and are familiar with using high-altitude oxygen systems.

This option also includes the oversight and assistance of our Everest Expedition Leader throughout your expedition, support from our group Sherpa team to assist with load carries, and full access to CTSS’s logistics.

With this option, you will meet the Sherpas with whom you will climb at Everest Base Camp. Don’t worry. You will be met by one of our team members in Kathmandu and guided by CTSS during your trek and Lobuche climb.

Please note that this option is a 1:1 companion climb, meaning someone will always be with you, but it is important to note that it may not be the same person from rotation to rotation. The Sherpa share load-carrying work and the joy of climbing with you equitably amongst their team. The benefit of this is that it allows you to figure out who you climb best with and select them as your summit rotation companion climber.

When you are resting at Everest Base Camp or on the Lobuche East peak acclimatization climb, the whole Sherpa team will be ferrying loads to the upper camps.

Itinerary:

This is a sample itinerary only. Your actual daily schedule will be strategically planned to account for the best weather, summit windows, etc. We begin our expedition in Kathmandu, Nepal, where we obtain our climbing permits before flying to Lukla in the Khumbu Valley to trek to Everest Base Camp. Our climb ends in Kathmandu. We suggest you book a flexible return airfare.

April 3: Team Arrives
April 4: Kathmandu Day
April 5: Fly to Lukla/Phakding
April 6: Trek to Namche
April 7: Rest Day
April 8: Trek to Tengboche
April 9: Rest Day
April 10: Trek to Pheriche
April 11: Rest Day
April 12: Trek to Lobuche Base Camp
April 13: Trek to Lobuche High Camp
April 14: Move to Lobuche High Camp
April 15: Acclimatization Hike
April 16: Summit and Descend Lobuche Base Camp
April 17: Trek to Everest Base Camp
April 18: Rest Day
April 19: Rest Day
April 20: Train and acclimatization hike
April 21: Rest and Pack for First Rotation
April 22: Climb to Camp 1
April 23: Climb towards Camp 2 return to Camp 1
April 24: Descend to Everest Base Camp
April 25: Rest Day
April 26: Hike to Pumori
April 27: Rest Day
April 28: Climb to Camp 1
April 29: Climb to Camp 2
April 30: Climb above Camp 2
May 1: Climb to Camp 3 and descend to Camp 2
May 2: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 3: Rest Day
May 4: Rest Day
May 5: Rest Day
May 6: Rest Day
May 7: Move to Camp 1
May 8: Move to Camp 2
May 9: Move to Camp 3
May 10: Move to Camp 4
May 11: Summit and descend to Camp 2
May 12: Descend to Everest Base Camp
May 13: Rest Day
May 14: Pack Up at Everest Base Camp
May 15: Trek to Pheriche
May 16: Trek to Namche
May 17: Trek to Lukla
May 18: Fly to Kathmandu
May 19: Fly Home
May 20: Contingency Day
May 21: Contingency Day
May 22: Contingency Day
May 23: Contingency Day
May 24: Contingency Day
May 25: Contingency Day
May 26: Contingency Day
May 27: Contingency Day
May 28: Contingency Day
May 29: Contingency Day
May 30: Contingency Day

Included / Excluded:

Included in the Personal Sherpa Everest Climb:

Personal climbing Sherpa for the entire Everest climb
Leadership, strategy, and climbing oversight by our Everest Expedition Leader, including full support for a summit attempt
A climbing Sherpa to assist with carrying personal gear
Full expedition logistics, weather forecasts, etc.
Everest climbing permit
Domestic flights to and from Lukla
In-country transport associated with the program itinerary
Airport transfers
Accommodation in Nepal, including hotels and teahouses
Welcome dinner & meals throughout the expedition
Oxygen system and oxygen
Lobuche East peak training and acclimatization climb (please note: you will climb with the wider Everest team on Lobuche as your personal Sherpa will meet you at Everest Base Camp)
Lobuche Base Camp and High Camp setup and tent accommodation
Everest Base Camp setup and tent accommodation
Access to medical and communications gear
High mountain camp infrastructure and logistics (Camp 1, Camp 2, Camp 3, Camp 4)
On mountain meals

Excluded in the Personal Sherpa Everest Climb:

International flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Associated travel expenses, including visa, passport, reciprocity fees, vaccination charges, and excess baggage
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary or additional days before or after the scheduled program
Personal climbing equipment, clothing, toiletries, etc.
Personal sundries including but not limited to: non-team meals while in Kathmandu, personal snacks, specialized high altitude climbing food, alcoholic beverages, laundry services, medical expenses, gratuities, 3rd party internet, email or phone charges, bottled water, specialty coffees
Sherpa tip pool
Guide tip (customary but optional)
Costs incurred as a result of events beyond the control of CTSS above and beyond the normal expedition costs
Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
Unused Contingency Days at the end of your program: CTSS covers one night in the hotel in Kathmandu on your return. If you decide to stay longer in Kathmandu beyond this night, those costs are your responsibility. We highly recommend that while you should plan to be away from home for the entire duration of the expedition, including contingency days, you book a flexible return airfare so you can move your flight forward if you don’t use all of the contingency days or push it back as you need.

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