Humde Winter Ice Climbing

Humde Winter Ice Climbing

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Trip Description

Thame Winter Ice Climbing is one of the most unique and exhilarating adventure activities available in Nepal, taking place in the stunning and remote Thame Valley of the Khumbu region, just a short distance from the famous Sherpa village of Thame at 3,800 meters. During the winter months the waterfalls and icefalls of the Thame Valley freeze into spectacular walls and columns of pure blue ice, creating a natural ice climbing playground that is simply unlike anything else in the entire Himalayan region.

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Everest Region
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22 Days
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8848M
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moderate
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2-12 Climbers

Trip Overview

Why ACE?

Alpinist Climber Expeditions was built around a principle that has guided every climb we have organized — that the quality of the experience on a mountain is directly tied to the quality and depth of experience of the people leading it. What sets Alpinist Climber Expeditions apart is something that cannot be manufactured or replicated — it comes from decades spent on these mountains, from the culture that formed us, and from a deeply held belief that every climb deserves to be done properly.

 

We are a team of professional Sherpas. Not guides who have visited the Himalaya — guides who grew up here, who know these peaks in every season, and who have spent careers developing the technical skills and mountain judgment required to lead expeditions safely and successfully.

 

Our team holds IFMGA / UIAGM certification — the highest international standard in professional mountain guiding — alongside Advanced Mountaineering, Wilderness First Aid, Helicopter Rescue, and High-Altitude Rescue qualifications. Our lead guide has summited multiple 8,000-metre peaks, including ascents without supplemental oxygen. This is not a credential on paper. It is a lived capability that directly protects every climber who climbs with us.

 

We offer two expedition structures: a standard option with small-group expedition, and a premium option with 1:1 guide-to-client ratio. Both are built on the same standard of safety, preparation, and professionalism.The standard option maintains a minimum 1:3 guide-to-client ratio with a dedicated IFMGA lead guide and Sherpa support on every climb. Our premium 1:1 private option places you on the mountain directly alongside IFMGA Guide Mr. Prakash Sherpa.

 

We do not run high-volume operations as our clients are not bookings. They are climbers who have chosen to trust us with something significant and we take that trust seriously on every single expedition. We do not cut corners on acclimatization, staffing ratios, or safety equipment. We organize expeditions the way they should be organized — with patience, precision, and the kind of local knowledge that only comes from growing up in these mountains and spending a career on them.

 



The Team

Expedition Guides

Every guide on our team has been selected for their technical ability, high-altitude experience, and personal commitment to the safety and success of every climber they lead. All guides carry extensive experience at altitude and hold a proven record of safety, summit success, and strong compatibility with international clients.

The number of guides assigned to each expedition is determined by the size of the climbing team. Our standard guide-to-member ratio is 1:3, ensuring that every climber receives consistent, attentive support throughout the approach, the acclimatization phase, and the technical climb itself.

 

Climbing Sherpa Support

A dedicated team of experienced Climbing Sherpas supports every expedition with load carrying on the mountain, route preparation, and high camp management. On summit day, we maintain a 1:1 Sherpa-to-climber ratio — a commitment that reflects our belief that the summit push is where support matters most.

Our Climbing Sherpas are not simply load carriers. They are experienced high-altitude professionals who understand the mountain, the route, and the demands of summit day. Their presence alongside every climber on the final push is a core part of how we manage safety and success on the upper mountain.

 

What to Expect from Our Team

  • Technically qualified, IFMGA-certified lead guidance on every expedition
  • A standard guide-to-member ratio of 1:3 — adjusted based on team size and peak requirements
  • 1:1 Climbing Sherpa support on summit day for every team member
  • Guides who are experienced, companionable, and genuinely invested in your success
  • Full medical kit, satellite communication, and emergency response capability carried by the team at all times
  • A premium 1:1 private option available — summit alongside Mr. Prakash Sherpa directly

 

 

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Trip Notes

Equipments

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Whats Included

  • check Unlimited oxygen and Mask regulator for member and guide
  • check Camp 1, Camp 2, Camp 3, and South Col tents for members and guides
  • check Porters to carry trekking and expeditions gear (1:1 ratios)
  • check Medical kit during the trip
  • check Accommodation & food in the local lodge are on full board during the trip
  • check Base Camp single Dome tent per person and hot shower
  • check Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla both way

Whats Not Included

  • cross International flight tickets
  • cross Nepal entry visa fees
  • cross Meals in Kathmandu
  • cross Alcoholic beverages
  • cross Internet wifi
  • cross Personal clothing and climbing equipment
  • cross Climbing Sherpa summit bonus
  • cross Personal travel insurance, medical and rescue insurance
Lead Guide
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Our IFMGA certified guide - Prakash Sherpa oversees all our expeditions and operations, but you can also guarantee that he'll be your personal, 1:1 guide on the mountain.

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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

5/5

I have been dreaming of climbing Everest since I was a young boy, and after years of preparation and searching for the right team, I finally found Alpinist Climber Expeditions. From the very first email I sent to Prakash and his team, I knew I was in the right hands.I have been dreaming of climbing Everest since I was a young boy, and after years of preparation and searching for the right team, I finally found Alpinist Climber Expeditions. From the very first email I sent to Prakash and his team, I knew I was in the right hands.I have been dreaming of climbing Everest since I was a young boy, and after years of preparation and searching for the right team, I finally found Alpinist Climber Expeditions. From the very first email I sent to Prakash and his team, I knew I was in the right hands.I have been dreaming of climbing Everest since I was a young boy, and after years of preparation and searching for the right team, I finally found Alpinist Climber Expeditions. From the very first email I sent to Prakash and his team, I knew I was in the right hands.

4/5

Professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable guides. The best trekking experience I have ever had in my life

4/5

very good

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