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Lobuche East Peak Climb, Everest Region

Type

Climbing
Span

22 Days
Accomodation

3 star hotel in Kathmandu and tea house during the trek
Meal Plan

Breakfast in Kathmandu. Full board meals during trek.

Lobuche east peak climbing at a glance

Among the trekking peaks in Nepal, Lobuche East peak is regarded as one of the most technical peaks. Despite its altitude of 6000 meters +, climbing the top requires a climbing guide, along with the experience of using ice axes and crampons.

Lobuche east 6,119 m (20,075 ft) of Alpine PD + is a Seismil peak located in the Khumbu Valley of Nepal. A part of the greater Himalayas, Lobuche East is classified as a small peak. It is considered a more technical climb compared to other small peaks in Nepal.

Next to Lobuche East is Lobuche Far East, a new summit of Lobuche that is 26 meters shorter than the previous one. Other small popular peaks like Maximum Island, Mera Peak and Pokalde pride accompany Lobuche, all of which are considered good for climbing.

The first recorded ascent of this peak is surprisingly as late as 1984 by Laurence Neilson and Ang Gyalzen Sherpa. 

22 Day(s) Detailed Itinerary

Arrival on:Kathmandu, Nepal
Departure from: Kathmandu, Nepal
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Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu

Activities:

  • TIA to Kathmandu city, pickup
  • Kathmandu hotel check-in
  • Trek preparation & meet-up with guide
  • Collect all trekking permits & registration at one place
  • Local souvenir

Elevation: 1,400 metres 
Meals Provided: Welcome dinner

 

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing

Activities:

  • Visit UNESCO World heritage site- Boudhanath Pashupatinath, the monkey temple Swayambhunath
  • Explore city streets & traditional crafts such as pottery and weaving.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla, and Trek to Phakding

Activities:

  • Scenic Kathmandu-Lukla Flight
  • Discussion & meeting With Porters
  • Follow Through The Dudh Koshi Valley
  • Witness Buddhist shrines, prayer flags along the way

Accommodation: Basic Tea House
Elevation: 2,610 m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar

Activities:

  • The crossing of several rivers
  • Pass-Through high Suspension bridges including popular
  • Hillary bridge
  • Walkthrough beautiful rhododendrons, giant firs and magnolia trees
  • Enter the Sagarmatha National Park
  • Catch glimpse of Everest, Nuptse-Lhotse

Elevation: 3,440m 
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 5: Rest and acclimatization Day

Activities:

  • Warm-up walks to the sherpa museum to acclimatize in high altitude.
  • A glimpse of Sherpa culture & their long mountaineering history
  • Optional hike to the Sherpa villages of Khunde and Khumjung (3,800m)
  • Promising views of Everest & its neighbours. 

Elevation:3,440 m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse

 

Day 6: Trek to Dole

Activities:

  • Wide and scenic beautiful trail
  • Incredible views of Thamserku, Kongde, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Mt. Everest
  • Discover Kyanjuma village

Elevation:4040m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse

 

Day 7: Dole to Machharmo

Activities:

  • Steep climb through Lhabarma and Luza
  • Scenic and peaceful trail
  • The fragrance of Scrub Junipers

Elevation:4410m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse

 

Day 8: Machhermo to Gokyo

Activities:

  • Starts with an ascent to a scenic ridge
  • Catch a majestic view of Kangtega
  • Pass by the riverbank of Dudh Kosi.

Elevation:4750m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse

 

Day 9: Day rest in Gokyo, walk Gokyo Ri option, Quinta Lake

Activities:

  • Gokyo Valley, Full day exploration
  • Optional hike to Gokyo Ri (5,330m)
  • Alluring views of Cho Yu

Elevation:5383m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

 

Day 10: Trek to Thaknak

Activities:

  • Walk through Glacier called Ngozumpa glacier, longest glacier of Nepal
  • Climb up to the small hill for acclimatization purposes

Elevation:4,700 m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

 

Day 11: Trek through Chola Pass dzungla via Cho la pass

Activities:

  • Descend to the bottom of Cho La
  • Take on Rocky trail & steep climb for a while
  • Mesmerize the View from the top of the pass

Elevation: 4750m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

 

Day 12: Trek to Gorak Shep

Activities:

  • Start with an easy downhill walk till Lobuche
  • Follow the rocky trail that leads to Gorak Shep
  • Flabbergasting views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse,Mt. Pumori
  • Witness  Khumbu Glacier

Elevation:5,160m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

 

Day 13: Day trip to Everest base camp

Activities:

  • Witness Everest With your own eyes while at Everest Base Camp
  • Pass along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier
  • Take time to savour the beauty of Himalayas
  • Return to Gorakshep

Elevation:5364m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

 

Day 14: Gorakshep- Kalapathar-Lobuche East

Activities:

  • Hike to the Kalapathar (the back rock hilltop) by the morning 
  • Witness the sunrise panorama over Mt. Everest (8848m)
  • Take time to sample the beauty of Khumbu Himalayas
  • Return to Gorak Shep, on packing bags walk back to Lobuche.
  • Check your climbing gears before you scale the summit
  • Attend Last minute briefing 

Elevation:  5,545m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

 

Day 15: Lobuche-Base Camp of Lobuche East

Activities:

  • Hike towards to Lobuche Base Camp
  • Prepare yourself for stepper and rocky trails
  • Witness incredible views of Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pokalde, Thamserku, Kantega

Elevation:  4,865m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

 

Day 16: Base camp of Lobuche To Lobuche High Camp

Activities:

  • Hike through the rocky moraine till you reach Lobuche High Camp
  • Tented camp set up at High Camp
  • Final checks on peak climbing gears

Elevation: 5,600m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

 

Day 17: Summit day: Lobuche East (6119)and back to base camp

Activities:

  • Walk through the moderately steep snow and ice
  • Fix rope & climb gradually
  • Make Your worthy steps at Lobuche summit
  • Witness panorama of the entire Himalayas including -Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pumori, Cho Oyu
  • Capture you summit moment & retrace your steps back to Base camp

Elevation: 6,119m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

 

Day 18: Base camp of Lobuche East to Pangboche

Activities:

  • Hike back to Lobuche village
  • Retrace the steps down to the main trail to Pheriche
  • Explore the Pangboche village-biggest settlement of Sherpa community
  • Take a visit to Pangboche Monastery 

Elevation: 3930m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House

 

Day 19: Pangboche To Namche Bazaar

Activities:

  • Navigate downs to the valley
  • Pass through subtropical forest
  • Undertake a short ascend Tyangboche Hill
  • On reaching Tyangboche, descend to river valley
  • Make your final steps towards Namche
  • Enjoy your summit success at Namche

Elevation: 3,440m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House

 

Day 20: Namche Bazaar - Phakding - Lukla

Activities:

  • Steep descends to the Hillary Suspension Bridge
  • Pass by several local villages of Jorshale, Manjo & Phakding
  • Walkthrough Dudh Koshi River Valley
  • Trace your step back to Lukla

Elevation: 2,800m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House

 

Day 21: Lukla - Kathmandu

Activities:

  • Sweeping flight to Kathmandu
  • Bird's eye view of hills & mountains
  • Hop in at Hotel

Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 22: Final Departure
  • Activities: 
    Bid final goodbye to the team
  • Airport Drop off

Meals: Breakfast

 

Inclusion

What's included?
  • A porter and his entire expenses.
  • Airport pickup and drop facility.
  • Breakfast,Lunch and dinner during the trek.
  • Climbing permit
  • Down jackets and sleeping bags (provided upon request).
  • First aid medical kit
  • Fresh seasonal fruits after the dinner (while on the trek).
  • Full day guided city tour in Kathmandu (Day 2) by a private vehicle.
  • Insurance of guide and porter.
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight tickets
  • Licensed, experienced and English speaking trekking guide.
  • Necessary supporting crew (tour guide, cook, helpers &sherpas)
  • One porter for two people.
  • Professional Sherpa climbing guide
  • Sherpa staffs (guides, porters, cook etc. )
  • Stay in the city at finest hotel (3 nights twin sharing room at Kathmandu).
  • Trekking permits/TIMS.
  • Upscale Adventures duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map.
  • Welcome and farewell dinner at one of the finest Nepalese Restaurant with traditional ethnic music and dance.
What's not included?
  • Additional meals and drinks
  • Cost for additional trips.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Extra porter charge.
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Nepal arrival visa.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
  • Tipping to staffs (as an appreciation).
  • Travel insurance which covers emergency rescue and evacuation
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