The spectacular and dominating 8000m peak :

Located on the border between Tibet and Nepal, Lhotse is sometimes mistakenly identified as the south peak of Everest. But this mountain represents a worthy challenge in its own right - and indeed, some climbers claim that the final section - through a narrow, 150m gulley - makes this a trickier, more technical climb than Mount Everest itself. 

While Lhotse perhaps requires more advanced rock climbing skills than its more famous neighbor, it is physically less demanding. However, this is still a hugely significant peak and one that demands to be treated with the utmost respect.

Royal Nepal Group’s Lhotse expedition is based on the expedition plans used for successful summit attempts by our founders, Nimsdai and Mingma David. It follows the standard route up the peak, climbing the Geneva Spur on the South Face. From here, when the crowds climbing Everest head left, we go right - up the steep face and towards the summit. We plan in 52 days for the entire expedition, which leaves us plenty of time for rest days, a proper acclimatization period, as well as a lengthy climbing window.

Royal Nepal Group's hugely-experienced guiding team has summited Lhotse multiple times between them and set various speed records for reaching the dual summits of Everest and Lhotse together. This means they have intimate knowledge of every step of this route, so you can rest assured your summit bid is in the very safest set of hands. As well as being highly-skilled mountaineers, our guides have extensive experience in conducting high-altitude rescue operations. We have evacuation plans and accessible helicopter rescue in place for emergencies.

Our team’s Himalayan heritage and ability to bridge the gap between Western and Nepalese climbing cultures means that we’re involved in every detail of planning and logistics. From basics like transporting food, to fixing ropes, we control the controllable to ensure that your expedition experience is as smooth as possible. Royal Nepal Group’s experts are with you every step of the way - from the moment you sign up, to the summit, and safely home again.