EVEREST X LHOTSE - Doble 8000M Expedition 2027

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EVEREST X LHOTSE - DOBLE 8000M EXPEDITION 2027

Summit two iconic 8000m Himalayan peaks in one expedition, using Lobuche Peak as the ultimate preparation for Everest and Lhotse

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Expedition Starts From Apr 15, 2027

Arrival At Destination

Apr 12, 2027

Departure for Activities

Apr 15, 2027

Country

Nepal

Activity

Mountaineering

Accommodation

Hotel | Lodge | Tent

Walking

5-7 Hours

Max Altitude

8849 M

Duration

50 Days

Difficulty

Hard

Best Season

Spring

The Everest (8,848.86m) × Lhotse (8,516m) Expedition is an elite high-altitude mountaineering journey designed for experienced climbers seeking to summit two of the world’s highest mountains in a single expedition. Located in the Khumbu region of Nepal, both peaks are approached from the southern side through the classic Everest route. The expedition begins with the trek from Lukla through the Sherpa villages of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche before reaching Everest Base Camp, where climbers begin their acclimatization and preparation for the high-altitude ascent.

From Base Camp, the expedition follows the challenging Khumbu Icefall toward the higher camps on Everest. Climbers progressively acclimatize through rotations between Base Camp, Camp I, Camp II, Camp III, and the South Col, preparing for the final summit push. After reaching the summit of Everest, the expedition continues toward Lhotse, whose summit route shares much of the Everest climbing route before separating above the South Col. The steep Lhotse Face and final summit section demand strong technical skills, endurance, careful pacing, and sound decision-making at extreme altitude.

This expedition requires extensive preparation, previous high-altitude climbing experience, physical and mental resilience, and the ability to operate safely in the Death Zone above 8,000m. Weather, acclimatization, route conditions, oxygen strategy, and team coordination play a critical role throughout the climb. Successfully standing on both Everest and Lhotse represents an exceptional mountaineering achievement and a journey that combines technical climbing, endurance, and disciplined high-altitude decision-making.

Includes

What’s included in your package

1. Travel & Arrival

Airport pickup and drop-off by private vehicle.
Round-trip Kathmandu-Lukla helicopter flights and all other necessary domestic flights.

2. Kathmandu Accommodation & Services

4–6 nights in a 5-star hotel in Kathmandu on a Bed & Breakfast basis, single room.
Welcome dinner in Kathmandu.
Expedition briefing, medical assessment, and preparation.
Cargo clearance assistance at Nepal Customs.

3. Trekking Logistics & Support

Full trekking logistics management with Sherpa guide.
Porter support for personal luggage.
Three meals daily during the trek with tea, coffee, and hot water.
High-quality hygienic food throughout the trek.
Duffle bag and 14 Peaks Expedition merchandise.
60 kg baggage allowance per member.

4. Base Camp Setup & Equipment

Single box tent with charging facility, mattress, and lighting.
Shared dining, relaxation, kitchen, communication, and staff tents.
Comfortable toilet, shower, and store tents.
Heater in dining and essential tents.
Solar power and generator system for charging, lighting, and laptops.
Unlimited bakery and café services.
Cold beverages, including soft and hard drinks.
Continental, Asian, European, and Chinese cuisine.
Fresh vegetables, meat, fruits, and juices at Base Camp.
Relaxation, yoga, and meditation space.
Internet access at Base Camp.

5. Staff & Support Team

One experienced 8,000m-summiteer Sherpa guide plus one assistant Sherpa.
Expedition cook with multi-cuisine experience and kitchen helpers.
Porter support team.
Sherpa and expedition staff salaries, insurance, equipment allowances, and carry bonus.
Rope-fixing team managed by EOA at no extra charge.
Government-assigned Liaison Officer.

6. Climbing Support & Training

Oxygen mask, regulator, and system training at Base Camp.
Ice wall, ladder, and rope training.
Lobuche Peak climbing expedition for acclimatization.
High Camp infrastructure.
Group climbing gear support, including tents, EPI gas, high-altitude food, and cooking equipment.
Rescue team stationed at higher camps.
Climbing Sherpa assistance for gear carrying.
Special guidance by senior expedition directors.

7. Oxygen, Safety & Rescue

Eleven bottles of oxygen per member.
Oxygen masks and regulators, plus one extra set for emergencies.
Backup oxygen systems at Base Camp and high camps.
Weather forecasts from Meteotest, Switzerland.
Emergency medical kit at Base Camp.
On-site doctor at Base Camp.
Medical checkups.

8. Communication & Technology

Walkie-talkies for Base Camp–mountain communication.
Internet access at Base Camp.
Charging facilities.

9. Equipment & Permits

Duffle bag and expedition merchandise.
Necessary expedition permits, including Everest royalty, peak climbing fees, national park entry, and local municipality fees.
Icefall/route fee, including SPCC.
Garbage management and environmental fees.
Cargo transportation from [Kathmandu – Lukla – Base Camp – return].

10. Certificates & Extras

Summit certificate for Mt Everest, Mt. Lhotse and Lobuche Peak.
Premium expedition gear package including duffle bag, jacket, cap, beanie, and buff.

Excludes

What is not covered in the itinerary

1. Member Insurance

Comprehensive insurance covering medical treatment, high-altitude evacuation, rescue, and air evacuation. Insurance copy is required before departure from Kathmandu.

2. Gratuities

Sherpa summit bonus — minimum USD 2500.
High-altitude and kitchen staff tips — minimum USD 500.

3. International Airfare

Arrival and return international flights.

4. Filming

Filming crew, permits, and related expenses.

5. Personal Climbing Gear

Personal climbing equipment.

6. Meals in Kathmandu

Lunch and dinner during the hotel stay.

7. Visa Fee

Nepal entry visa — USD 125 for 90 days.

8. Extra Nights in Kathmandu

Additional accommodation due to early arrival, late departure, early return, or flight cancellations.

9. Personal Drinks

Soft drinks, beer, and alcoholic beverages during the trek and in Kathmandu.

10. Personal Expenses

Phone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharging, hot showers, laundry, and personal drinks during the trek.

11. Internet Service

Internet service during the trek is not included; internet is provided only at Base Camp.

12. Extra Services

Any service or activity not mentioned in the itinerary or under “Cost Includes.”

Trip Itinerary

A thoughtful daily breakdown of the journey with route highlights

Trekking Gear List

Download Gear List checklist

Travel Documents

5 items recommended for this trek

Valid Passport

Debit/Credit Card

PP Size Photos(4 Pieces)

Insurance Paper/Certificate

Emergency Contact Details

Medicine / First Aid Kits

17 items recommended for this trek

Paracetamol 500 mg

Ibuprofen 400mg

Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS)

Loperamide

Electrolyte tablets

Cetirizine

Omeprazole

Antacid Tablets

Cough Lozenges

Lubricating Eye Drops

Antiseptic Wipes

Blister Plasters

Acetazolamide (Diamox) 250 mg

Dexamethasone 4 mg

Nifedipine 30mg

Aspirin 300mg

Ondansetron 4 mg

Upper Body

8 items recommended for this trek

Thermal Base Layer

Fleece Jacket

Gore Tex Jacket

Warm Jacket

Wind Proof Jacket

Heavy Down Jacket

Cotton T-Shirt

Dry-Fit Tshirt

Lower Body

12 items recommended for this trek

Thermal Base Layer

Fleece Trouser

Gore Tex Pant

Heavy Weight Pant

Mid Weight Pant

Trekking Pant

Under Wear

Down Pant

Gaiters for Trekking Boots

Climbing Boot -6000m

Normal Socks

Summit Socks

Foot Wear

7 items recommended for this trek

Summit Boot - 8000m

Trekking Shoes

Sport Shoes

Camp Booties

Slippers

Warm Climbing Socks

Liner Socks

Hand

4 items recommended for this trek

Thin Fleece Gloves

Wind Stopper Gloves

Heavy Gloves(Guide)

Summit Gloves

Head

7 items recommended for this trek

Glacier Glasses (Polarized UV Protection)

Sun Cap

Desert Cap

Fleece Hat/Warm Hat

Neck Gaiter

Snow Goggles ( UV Protection )

Balaclava

Sun Stuff

3 items recommended for this trek

Sunscreen

Lip Guard

Moisturizer

Eating & Drinking

2 items recommended for this trek

Water bottle

Thermos

Toiletries

6 items recommended for this trek

Toothbrush

Towel

Wet Wipes

Toothbrush

Shampoo

Body Lotion

Sleeping Stuffs

5 items recommended for this trek

Sleeping Bag

Down Sleeping Bag

Therm-a-Rest Mattress

Sleeping Bag Liner

Inflatable Pillow

Bag Packs

3 items recommended for this trek

Rucksack 35L-50L

Duffle Bag

Dry Bags

Miscellaneous

11 items recommended for this trek

Pocket Knife

Nail Cutter

Umbrella/Rain Coat

Hot Water Bag

Pee Bottle

Tenacious Tape Repair

Altimeter Watch

Satellite Phone(Optional)

GPS Tracker

Power Bank

Camera

Climbing Equipment

12 items recommended for this trek

Trekking Pole

Ice Tool/AXE

Crampons

ATC GUIDE

Snapgate Carabiner

Jumar/Ascender

Locking Carabiner

Head Light

Tape Sling

Summit Down Suit

Climbing Harness

Climbing Helmet

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The Everest and Lhotse Expedition is a combined 8,000-meter mountaineering expedition designed for experienced climbers seeking to summit Mount Everest (8,849 m) and Mount Lhotse (8,516 m) during the same expedition. 14 Peaks Expedition provides professional Sherpa leadership, high-altitude logistics, acclimatization support, Base Camp services, and comprehensive expedition management throughout the journey.

Climbing Everest and Lhotse is an extremely demanding high-altitude expedition requiring excellent physical fitness, strong mental endurance, technical climbing skills, and previous experience at high altitude. Climbers must be prepared for steep snow and ice, fixed ropes, extreme weather, low oxygen levels, and prolonged exposure above 8,000 meters.

Previous 8,000-meter mountaineering experience is strongly recommended for the Everest and Lhotse double summit. Climbers should have substantial experience on high-altitude peaks and be confident using crampons, ascenders, harnesses, fixed ropes, and other technical climbing equipment.

The expedition follows the standard South Col route on Everest and the standard route on Lhotse, with both summits accessed from the shared Everest Base Camp and upper-camp system. The climbing strategy may be adjusted according to weather, route conditions, acclimatization, and the team's overall performance.

Acclimatization is a critical part of the Everest and Lhotse expedition. The program includes progressive rotations between Base Camp, Camp I, Camp II and higher elevations, allowing climbers to gradually adapt to decreasing oxygen levels. Rest and recovery periods are incorporated between rotations before the final summit push.

The exact summit sequence depends on weather, route conditions, acclimatization, and the official summit window. Climbers typically make a summit attempt on Everest before returning to the higher camps or Base Camp as appropriate, followed by the Lhotse summit attempt. The expedition team continuously evaluates conditions to determine the safest and most effective strategy.

14 Peaks Expedition provides comprehensive Everest and Lhotse expedition support, including experienced high-altitude Sherpas, Base Camp infrastructure, high-camp logistics, climbing equipment and rope support, expedition meals, weather forecasting, communication, medical support, and emergency coordination. The expedition is managed with a strong focus on safety, acclimatization, and reliable logistics.

Supplemental oxygen is an important part of the expedition strategy at extreme altitude. Oxygen provisions are planned according to the expedition package and individual requirements. Emergency oxygen carried by the climbing Sherpa is intended for emergency use and is chargeable if used, where applicable to the package.

The primary climbing season for Mount Everest and Mount Lhotse is spring, particularly April and May, when the expedition benefits from a generally favorable summit window between the winter and monsoon seasons. However, conditions on both mountains can change rapidly, and all summit decisions depend on actual mountain weather and route conditions.

14 Peaks Expedition combines experienced Sherpa leadership, professional expedition logistics, comprehensive Base Camp infrastructure, high-altitude support, and carefully planned acclimatization for climbers attempting two of the world's highest mountains. Our Everest and Lhotse expedition is designed for climbers who value safety, reliability, experienced mountain support, and a professionally managed 8,000-meter expedition experience.

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