
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
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