Pasang Lhamu Chuli, alternatively known as Jasumba, is a majestic peak nestled about 5 kilometers west of Cho Oyu. This mountain was opened for exploration in 1995 and was named in tribute to Pasang Lhamu Sherpa, the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
Key features:
- The peak towers at an impressive height of 7351 meters or 24117 feet.
- The geographical coordinates are 28° 04' 24" latitude and 86° 37' 01" longitude.
- The first successful ascent was made on October 12, 1986, by a team of daring climbers: Katsushi Emura, Yukitoshi Endo, Katsuo Matsuki, and Yoshihiro Shikoda.
As for its location:
- It's located in Province 1.
- It's part of the Mahalangur mountain range.
- It's situated in the Solukhumbu district.
- It falls under the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu/NC municipality.
If you're planning an expedition, here are the nearest help centers from the basecamp along the caravan route:
- The nearest police post is in Namche, about 22.7 kilometers away.
- The closest army post is in Thame, approximately 15.5 kilometers away.
- For medical needs, the nearest health center is in Namche, 22.7 kilometers away.
- The tourist police post is in Lukla, a distance of 40.2 kilometers.
- The nearest settlement is Thokchambo.
Regarding the royalty fees:
- Nepalese climbers are charged NRs 1500 in Summer and Winter, NRs 3000 in Autumn, and NRs 6000 in Spring.
- Foreign climbers are charged $125.00 in Summer and Winter, $250.00 in Autumn, and $500.00 in Spring.
To reach Pasang Lhamu Chuli:
- Start with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
- The caravan route takes you from Lukla through Namche, Khumjung, Thame, Tarnga, and Dzasamba, finally reaching the basecamp.
- The caravan route is about 40.2 kilometers long.
- The climbing route extends for 22.6 kilometers.
- The entire expedition typically takes about 35 days.