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Sin La Pass Expedition — Safety Guide
Altitude physiology, pass crossing go/no-go criteria, evacuation protocol, and insurance requirements.
Primary Hazards
Death-zone altitude (18,000ft+)
Technical glacier fall
Severe isolation/No exit
AMS Protocol
Mandatory acclimatization at Bidang. Prophylactic Diamox highly advised.
Altitude Physiology — SpO₂ by Camp
Diamox (Acetazolamide)
Recommended
Expedition Medical Kit
Pass Crossing Protocol
GO Conditions
- ✓ Full moon or clear starlight at 1 AM
- ✓ No wind at Bidang
NO-GO Conditions
- ✗ Sudden drop in barometric pressure
- ✗ Visibility < 50m
Glacier Hazards — Sin La Glacier
Crevasse Zone
East Face approach to the col
Avalanche Path
South face of Adi Kailash massif
Bergschrund
Incident History — Transparency Log
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Year
2022
Incident
Weather trap
Outcome / Severity
Group stranded at Bidang for 4 days
Evacuation Route
Helicopter from Bidang or Jolingkong (Military pads)
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Last Verified: May 2026
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