
Challenge
Himalayas
At 8,188 meters, Cho Oyu's west face offers a relatively less technical route. It shares Everest’s grandeur but with less crowd and commercial pressure. Cho Oyu, the world’s sixth-highest mountain at 8,201 meters, straddles the Nepal-Tibet border. Renowned for its relatively moderate climbing routes, Cho Oyu is popular among climbers seeking an accessible 8000er.
Distance
15 km
Elevation
8188 meters
Difficulty
Moderate
Time
35–40 days