A climbing expedition to a peak above 7000m is considered a very demanding climb. The peaks pose great physical and technical challenge due to altitude, terrain and the cold temperatures. A typical expedition to a 7000m peak will need 3 camps to be established above base camp. You will need to carry your personal gear upto the summit camp which goes through technical terrain, making it physically demanding. Altitude has a great effect on this trip so we give a lot of stress to acclimatizing well and take great care while planning our itineraries. 7000m peaks are an ideal step-up for anyone who has done demanding climbs and are trying to prepare for an 8000m expedition.
 

A fierce determination and a burning desire to climb the mountain are the essential pre-requisites for joining this expedition. One must have done a few high altitude treks and must have climbed some glaciated peaks above 6000m. One needs to be familiar with walking in snow and ice and must have a good standard of fitness. You should be familiar with Ice Axe arrest and crampon skills, the use of ascenders (jumar) and descenders, and how to use your particular harness.

You have full support till base camp which means you only carry a back pack till BC. We encourage climbers to carry a little more weight than just a back pack as it helps higher up on the climb but it is optional.  Above base camp the sherpa team puts all the fixed ropes and hauls all the common gear - food, fuel, tents etc
All climbers are expected to carry all their personal gear with them - climbing eqpt/ clothing/ sleeping bag/ mattress etc. We also do a couple of load ferries on the way up. On the way down we normally bring it all in one go. 

At high camps - Food & water is prepared by the guides & sherpa team. If someone wants to help with shoveling snow/ pitching tents etc he/ she is welcome but again it is optional. 

Having very high fitness levels is essential and climbers would need to train considerably for these climbs. Besides being physically fit and having the climbing skills, you need to have the proper attitude and mental discipline. You will need to be willing to work hard day after day, with no comforts. You may need to dig deep into your reserves after a long day of climbing in bad weather to help set up camp, help a team member. organise your tent, change into dry clothes and be ready for another such day. We would be melting snow to make water at high camps (5-6 days) and will have simple food to survive on.

Apart from the mental strength having a positive attitude and the ability to get along well with strangers in stressful situations is very important. You would be sharing a lot of time with your tent partners especially if we are waiting out bad weather. Having good manners and hygiene would be important. Everyone must learn patience and relax! At high camps tou could be paired up with a person of a different gender and hence you could be required to give even more private time & space to your tent mate. 

7-10 days on the mountain would be very demanding but high motivation can overcome most of the difficulties. Waiting out storms and bad weather is quite difficult, especially at high altitude. Everyone must learn patience and relax!  Some weight loss is inevitable If you are not prepared, you may not be allowed to continue the climb.