Lhotse

Challenge

Lhotse

Himalayas

About this hike

Known for the dramatic Lhotse Face, this peak offers a steep, icy ascent just south of Everest. Though physically linked, Lhotse maintains a unique identity with challenging terrain and stunning Himalayan views. Lhotse, the world’s fourth-highest mountain at 8,516 meters, forms a dramatic ridge with Everest. Located on the Nepal-Tibet border, its imposing South Face is renowned for sheer walls and steep ice.

Quick facts

Distance

20 km

Elevation

8516 meters

Difficulty

Extreme

Time

45 days

Loading hike tools and interactive map...