Shishapangma Central Expedition – 37 Days Overview
Shishapangma Central Expedition is a subsidiary peak climbing of the Shishapangma mountain, measuring 8,008m ( 8.008km) in height. It falls in the southern part of Tibet within the Jugal Himal. There is a common belief related to the main Shishapangma. Due to heavy snowfall, the livestock of this area were all dead and the locals had to survive on meats and dregs. Thus the mountain was named ‘Shishapangma Central’, which means ‘dead animals’ meat and dregs of malt’ in the Tibetan language.
The name also represents the ‘tuft that lies above the meadows’ while translating into the Tibetan dialect. This mountain is called the ‘Gosainthan’ in Nepal and India, which means the ‘whereabouts of the saints’ in the Sanskrit language. This mountain has comparatively fewer challenges in its routes, making the expedition more approachable. Shishapangma Central Expedition has no or fewer technical climbing, making it easier to climb than other mountains measuring more than 8,000m.
However, the climbers have to go through a difficult route while moving to the central peak. This mountain is suitable for gathering the experience of the thin air at high altitudes. It acts as a stepping stone for climbing other difficult mountains. Also, the magnificent view seen from its summit is another treat to your eyes and heart. The climb to Shishapangma Central provides a heartwarming experience to its climbers.
Join our skilled group of climbers as we negotiate perilous terrain, surmount difficult barriers, and scale new heights of success. The Shishapangma Central Expedition promises an amazing trip for those looking for the pinnacle of climbing, with breathtaking views, incredible landscapes, and a sense of accomplishment waiting at the summit.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arriving at a hotel in Kathmandu
Day 2: Preparing to get a Tibetean Visa
Day 3-4: Issuing the VISA, briefing and preparing for the expedition
Day 5: Driving to Timure
Day 6: Driving to Kerung by crossing the Nepalese border
Day 7: Driving to Old Tingri
Day 8: Rest day at Old Tingri to adjust in the high altitude and low temperature
Day 9: Driving to Shishapangma Chinese Basecamp
Day 10: Rest days at Shishapangma Chinese Basecamp for acclimatization
Day 11: Trekking to Shishapangma Central Advance Basecamp
Day 12-31: Climbing Shishapangma Central and returning back to the Advance Basecamp
Day 32: Trekking back to Shishapangma Chinese Basecamp
Day 33: Driving back to Thingri
Day 34: Driving back to Kerung
Day 35 : Driving back to Kathmandu by crossing the border.
Day 36: Exploring Kathmandu
Day 37: Returning home
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