The stunning peak of Pumori, lies in the upper Khumbu region of Nepal just eight kilometers west of Mt. Everest. This pyramid of snow and rock dominates the western side of the Khumbu Valley. Known as Everest's daughter, Pumori's view into the Western Cwm of Everest is incredible. Pumori is the most popular mountain for those who whish to climb 7000m peaks in the Nepal Himalaya. The easiest route is graded Class 3 despite being prone to avalanches. Pumori was first climbed in 1962 by a German – Swiss expedition.
The Base Camp will be set up at 5300m. Climb through glaciers for approx. 4 hours to Camp 1 at 5700m. From Camp 1, climb approx. 480m. on the face of a 40-60 degree slope and through a snow wall to Camp II at 6200m on a narrow ridge. Climb approx. 450m. 30-60 degree ice slopes, through ice walls and over crevasses to Camp III at 6480m. . This section is prone to avalanches. Cross more crevasses, and climb up to Pumori Cliff which leads to the summit. For many mountaineers Pumori is the best place to test their technical skills in preparation for climbing the 8000m peaks in the Nepal Himalaya.
Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu and hotel transfer
Day 02/03 : Offical formalities in Kathmandu.
Day 04 : Fly to Lukla. Trek to Phakding.
Day 05 : Trek to Namche.
Day 06 : Rest at Namche.
Day 07 : trek to Tengboche.
Day 08 : Trek to Pheriche.
Day 09 : Trek to Lobuche.
Day 10 : Trek to Pumori base camp.
Day 11/28 : Climbing period.
Day 29: Retrace to Lobuche
Day 30: Trek to Pangboche
Day 31: Trek to Namche
Day 32: Trek to Lukla
Day 33: Fly to Kathmandu
Day 34: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 35: Airport transfer for return flight.
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