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CTSS, led by Mike Hamill (non-Sherpa record for Cho Oyu summits), is the other premium standout, with Adventure Consultants and Alpine Ascents rounding out the premium Western tier.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “How much does it cost to climb Cho Oyu in 2026?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Operator fees range about $20,000-$45,000: budget Nepali operators $20,000-$30,000, mid-tier (Furtenbach) $25,000-$38,000, and premium Western $32,000-$45,000. Realistic all-in costs, including flights, gear, insurance, and tips, run $35,000-$65,000.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Is Cho Oyu a good first 8,000-meter peak?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Yes – Cho Oyu (8,188 m) is widely considered the safest commercial 8,000er, with a historical fatality rate around 1.4%, and its standard Northwest Ridge route from Tibet is non-technical. 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