REDDOMAIN 6112m

BC： 4600 meters

BC is at the foot of the mountain. BC is a large, alpine area between two glaciers and opposite a glacial lake.

Route to C1: 

Walk up the ridge and scree slope to the small glacier at the base of the mountain. Small chance may have to put on crampons for a short section of the climb. We will set up camp on or around that glacier depending on the conditions. 

C1: 5200 meters

C1 to C2 is the second steepest part of the climb. We will traverse up the ridge following the best snowline. Small chances of some rocky terrain depending on the amount of snow in the season. Fixed lines st places will be put in and technical traversing is needed.

C2: 5700 meters

C2 to summit: This is the steepest and most technical snow traverse line. We will slowly approach the best snowline with fixed ropes to the top. possible windy conditions and snowfall are often the case.

Summit: 6112m

 We recommend that you have at least three 5000m + peaks under your belt to attempt the climb. This is a strenuous climb that needs a solid physical foundation in order to reach the top.  

Since this mountain is a regularly visited peak and the corresponding hiking routes nearby are well maintained and have frequent travelers, there is access to rescue and supplies. The region is located nearby several small towns and villages that have medical facilities. In addition, the local minorities are very welcoming to foreign climbers. 

As this mountain is at a relatively high altitude, we will take several days before the climb to acclimatize to the altitude and get used to the environment. We will have supplemental oxygen at base camp, a satellite phone, and an extensive medical kit. 

In China, there is no helicopter rescue. This is unfortunate and requires that evacuations be performed overland. If on the off-chance this is required, an evacuation is fortunately fairly straightforward. From base camp, the climber is transported by camel or donkey a short distance to a four-wheel drive jeep which can come relatively close to our base camp. We have a well-established system in place to deal with evacuations.

As with all 6000m mountains, there s a full gear and technical list below. Please contact us with questions about your gear or possible gear rental.

This is a full-service expedition of 12 days (to and from Chengdu) and everything on the mountain is included except your personal items – clothing, equipment, and snack food. You will be expected to carry your personal items on the mountain above base camp. Normally this is less than 25 pounds (10 kilograms) and somewhat heavier for the first leg from base camp to camp 1. Many members hire a local to help carry their items up to camp 1. If you think you will need extra help beyond this then you may hire a personal climbing Sherpa. Base camp is quite comfortable. We have a large dining tent for the team, toilette tents, and a gear tent. There is electricity during the evenings (220 volt). We provide a sleeping tent and thick foam sleeping mattress. Be sure to bring any special food items if you have any dietary restrictions or foods you enjoy. Some members choose to rent equipment from us in order to reduce the weight of their checked luggage on the airlines.  

Included in Package: 

• Experienced leadership and dedicated climbing staff 1:3 staff-to-member ratio
• All climbing permits and other necessary permits & fees
• Full base-camp set-up and meals: 3 meals/day, toilette tents, storage tent, electricity, cook staff, and more
• Mountain equipment 1: high-altitude tents, stoves and gas, ropes, (route flagging), safety gear, and more
• Fixing of the route and establishment of high-altitude camps
• Transport of all equipment and supplies to/from base camp: Personal items not to exceed 20 lbs (15 kilograms) 
• Medical supplies, oxygen, two-way radios
• Your personal base-camp sleeping tent and thick foam mattress
• Mountain food at base camp and other camps
• Airport/train station in Chengdu – to Kangding and back

Not Included in Package:

• Personal climbing equipment, clothing, and snack food for the climbs(e.g. from BC to C1) and at camps
• Transport to and from Chengdu from your home country
• Hotel and meals in Chengdu if you stay extra days
• Gratuities

NOTE:
You may want to rent gear to lower the weight of travel into China
Cost of the Expedition:
5200USD (For the traditional climb option)

Our journey starts from the city of Chengdu in the west of China. There are several international flights into this city or from more well-known locations in China: Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, and Hong Kong. After arrival in the city, we will have a bus take us to the city of Kangding, which is located in the mountains of Ganzi prefecture.