Lobuche East Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek
Lobuche East Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek, is a popular destination for mountaineers. Lobuche Peak is situated just above the Lobuche village in the Khumbu Region not far from Mt. Everest. Climbing Lobuche is the perfect and challenging activities in the Khumbu region. We have plenty of experience with this mountain and would be ready to take you to this adventure. The peak is technically not very challenging for climbers with some climbing experience; but no mountain should be underestimated with the usual dangers arising from altitude, exposure and weather conditions.
Lobuche has two different summits called Lobuche East Peak (6119m) and Lobuche West Peak (6145m) connected by a knife-edge ridge. Base Camp is located near to the Lobuche village to the south. It provides very easy access to the south ridge. Lobuche East peak has a dramatic arête to the east, forming a three-ridged pyramid. Both South and Southeast Ridges form a typical rock triangle extending to the Khumbu glacier moraine. The peak towers over the village and is easily identifiable from the Everest trail also.
We reach Lobuche via the Everest trail from Lukla, after a short 35-minute flight from Kathmandu. Then proceed through various Sherpa villages towards Namche Bazaar. It is the trading town of the region providing access to the higher valleys. We continue the travel to the famous monastery Tengboche (Tyangboche) on the way to which we should get our first view of Everest and Lhotse; then continue all the way to Gorak Shep (5125m) as part of acclimatization. We then move on to Kalapattar (5540m), a satellite peak of Pumori, for a classic view of Mt. Everest and the Khumbu Icefall. We can visit Everest Base Camp which is only a few distances away. We come back to Lobuche where we pick up supplies and trek to base camp (5200m). Further two days of acclimatization, we start the climb to the peak along the South Ridge to the summit (6119m).
We can see the superb view of the climbing route and ultimate summit from the base camp. The ridges of the summit provide the 360-degree panorama of the region including Amadablam, Pumori, and Everest . Certainly an unforgettable experience!
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu (1300m/4264ft): trip preparation
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,184ft) then trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 40 min flight, 3-4 hours trek
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft): 4 – 6 hours
Day 05: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,283 ft): Acclimatization
Day 06: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 5- 6 hours
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft): 5-6 hours
Day 08: Dingboche: Acclimatization
Day 09: Dingboche to Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft): 5-6 hours
Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep 5,170 m and to Everest Base Camp 5,364 m and return to Gorakshep -08 hrs.
Day 11: Hike to Kalapatthar and trek to Lobuche Base Camp 4,865 m – 05 hrs.
Day 12: Trek and climb to Lobuche High Camp 5,600 m – 04 hrs.
Day 13: Climb Lobuche Peak 6,119 m / 20,070 ft and to base camp – 08 hrs.
Day 14: Reserve or contingency day in case of unfavorable bad weather.
Day 15: Trek to Thyangboche – 05 hrs.
Day 16: Trek to Monjo 3,830 m 4 – 6 hrs.
Day 17: Trek to Lukla – 3 – 5 hrs
Day 18: Fly to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel.
Day 19: International Departure.
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350m/4,428ft)
Our Representative will be waiting for you outside the arrival terminal gate and You will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at your hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu Vally Sightseeing(4 – 6hr)
Full-day Sightseeing of Kathmandu Vally .after breakfast in the morning you will be Proceed on to Boudhanath Stupa, Pasupatinath Temple, Patan Darbar Square and Swayambhunath Stupa. Swayambhunath is a Buddhist Stupa said to be more than 2000 years old, is perched on a hillock 77 meters above the valley floor and offering a bird’s eye view of Kathmandu City. Afternoon, tour of Patan, also known as Lalitpur or the “city of beauty” is the oldest city in the valley. A great center both of the Newari Buddhist religion and of traditional arts & crafts with 136 bahals or courtyards and 55 major temples.
You will visit the major world heritage sites and beautiful attractions around the valley throughout today. Some of these might be:
- Swayambhunath Temple:
Also known as the ‘Monkey Temple’, this is one of the oldest heritage sites of Nepal. From the Temple viewpoint at the top, you can have a full-extent view of the Nepalese capital.
- Patan Durbar Squares:
Patan darbar square resembles the rich history, art, and culture of the Kathmandu Valley.
- Pashupatinath Temple:
The Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most significant Hindu temples of Asia with over 500 small and big shrines, Lingams, and temples in the temple complex.
- Boudhanath Stupa:
The largest stupa and center of Tibetan Buddhism in the Kathmandu valley. One of the best places to relax and take a hint of Buddhist culture in Kathmandu.
After the Sightseeing, we will drive you back to the hotel.
Included Meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding(2,651m/8,700ft): 40 minutes flight, 3 – 4 hours trek
We take an early morning flight to Lukla and meet our rest of the crew members in Lukla and start our trek. The trail then leads to Phakding via Cheplung village from where we get a magnificent view of Mt. Khumbila, a sacred mountain that has never been summited.Overnight at Phakding.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Phakding – Namche (3,438m/11,280 ft):4 – 6 hours
We continue our walk on the trail that goes north up the Benkar valley. We cross Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and Monjo villages leading the entrance to the Everest National Park. Then we pass Jorsale village crossing a suspension bridge and walk alongside the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. We continue our trek ascending on a steep trail and reach Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Acclimatization Day – Namche Bazaar: (3,440m/11,284ft)
We explore Namche Bazaar and hike-up to Sagarmatha National Park and enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and so on. If we are interested in a day hike, we can trek to Khumjung village.Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 5- 6 hours
The trek until Phunki is an easy walk. From here we ascend towards Tengboche village exploring the famous Tengboche monastery which is the biggest monastery of the Everest region. It is located within the Sagarmatha National Park which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery is blessed with panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. The Tengboche Monastery opens at 3:00 pm, so if we reach there by 3 o’clock we can observe a Buddhist religious ceremony.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft): 5 – 6 hours
We walk downhill to Debuche and cross the Imja River to reach Pangboche.The trek continues passing through the upper Pangboche trail and exploring the Pangboche Monastery. We continue our walk to Dingboche via Imja Valley and Lobuche River.Overnight at Dingboche.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 08: Rest at Dingboche for acclimatization and short hike.
Another rest day at Dingboche as the altitude gains having a day here helps you to acclimatize better before heading to higher terrain, Dingboche offers awesome views of North Face of Ama Dablam, Island or Imjatse Peak, Nuptse and Lhotse mountains, a little higher climb on the ridge offers views of world’s 5th highest Mt. Makalu over Amphu Labtsa peak.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche 4,930 m (5 – 6 hrs).
Leaving Dingboche, following the path uphill for an hour than with a pleasant walk to a place called Thugla ( Dugla) the midway spot, as the trail joins from Pheriche valley, Dingboche and Cholatse pass towards Everest Base Camp & Kalapthar, this place with stunning views of Taboche, Cholatse, Lobuche, Pumori, Ama Dablam and as far to Mt. Makalu towards east and tips of Mt. Cho Oyu in the west, the climb up to the terminal debris of Khumbu Glacier, and continues till Lobuche our overnight. Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep 5,170 m / Everest Base Camp 5, 364 m-06 hrs.
The trail today is quite hard due to altitude gain with tremendous views of Mt. Pumori, Lingtrin, Khumbutse and Mt. Everest world’s highest peak at 8,848 meters / 29,028 ft. After few hours of strenuous and scenic walk reaching at Gorakshep through moraine and icy path, Gorakshep houses 4 lodges, this place with the last lodge before Everest Base Camp, after a break here our journey continue to Everest Base Camp walking along then moraine with view of Khumbu Icefall and then reaching at Everest Base Camp our goal and destination of this adventurous memorable trek. After spending some time at the base camp, return journey back to Gorakshep for the overnight stop after fulfilling the high light of this trip.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Hike to Kalapatthar 5,545 m /18,192 ft trek to Lobuche BC.
An early morning excursion for two hours to Kalapatthar view point at 5,545 meters, for awesome scenery of Mt.Everest in a close distance and panorama of high mountains peaks all over the north east range after a great return back to Gorakshep and continue walk to Lobuche then heading on the same trail for an hour then the route diverts towards Lobuche Base Camp, on the steep and rocky trail along the Lobuche glacier. The trail offers amazing views of Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pokalde, Thamserku, Kantega, after several hours of walk to Lobuche Base at 4,865 m / 15,957 ft, here our expert guide will inform you regarding the climb.
Included meals:Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 12: Climb to Lobuche High Camp 5,600m / 18,368 ft – 4 hrs.
The morning starts with a gentle climb to reach the high camp, the climb takes almost four hours to reach overnight stop, after a climb through rocky moraine path to reach High Camp with the final preparation for the climbing.
Included meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 13: Climb the summit 6,119m / 20,070 ft and to Base Camp – 8 hrs.
The climb to the summit is steep climbing which is slightly technical; our guide will fix rope around the necessary section on this strenuous ascent to reach the summit, from the top breathtaking views of fascinating mountains and valleys, at the summit top where dream becomes a reality with overwhelming success, from top of the summit overlooking striking panorama that surrounds you with world’s highest mountains, lies before you with offering unmatched views of Mt. Everest 8,848 m, Lhotse 8,501 m, Mt. Ama-Dablam 6,856 m, Mt. Makalu 8, 463 m, Chamlang and Baruntse peaks in the far distance, after an experience of a life time descend on the same route towards base camp.
Included meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 14: Reserve day in case of unfavorable weather condition
We have reserved an extra day which will be as contingency day, in case of unfavorable weather conditions some times in this high Himalayan range, the weather can be unpredictable, so an extra day on this type of adventure is very necessary, if all goes well can be used on the way back to Lukla with short day walk enjoying the great scenery along the way.
Included meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 15: Trek to Thyangboche 3,867 m – 5 hrs.
Leaving Lobuche base camp with super views of Ama Dablam, Nuptse wall, Lhotse, then heading on the downhill path and back to a lower altitude and tree lines, the walk leads past Pangboche and from the bridge an hour or more climb brings you back to the famed Tyangboche Monastery with the amazing surrounding scenery.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16: Trek to Monjo 2,880 m through Namche Bazaar 4 – 6hrs.
Morning walk begins with a descend to Imjatse River at Phunge Tenga, here after crossing the bridge a steep uphill for an hour then with gentle winding walk all the way to Namche Bazaar, ( for energetic people can use the route to Namche visiting Everest View Hotel or Khumjung and Khunde village) from Namche on the downhill path to Dudh Kosi River bank, from here with short ups and downs to reach the Sagarmatha National Park entrance and then Monjo for overnight.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 17: Trek to Lukla – 3 – 5 hrs.
After a memorable trip to Everest base camp, today the last day walk of this fascinating journey, from here retrace the trail back to Lukla on the gradual winding trail passing Phakding and Ghat village than with the last uphill climb to Lukla and overnight.
Included meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 18: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu.(40 min)
From Lukla the flight starts early morning to Kathmandu, sometime the flight time can get delayed due to bad weather, as per the flight time board in the small plane for a super, scenic flight back to Kathmandu, on reaching at Katmandu domestic terminal our guide and staff transfer you back to respective hotels in Kathmandu. in the evening we will take you to Cultural Dinner.
Included meals: Breakfast/Dinner
Day 19: Final Departure
Our Driver will take you to International Airport for Final departure to your onward destination.
Included meals: Breakfast
Note: To avoid the risk of missing your International flight we always suggest you have 2 to 3 days extra at the end of your trip because the flight from Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu is often delayed or canceled due to bad weather conditions. If the flight to Lukla is canceled for more than 3 days, then, in that case, we will possibly change the itinerary for something equally better alternative trek.
Lukla flight will be Operated from Ramechhap (5 to 6 hour Drive from Kathmandu (132Km) in Peak Tourist Season( march, April, September, October and November) due to Air traffic in the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) at Kathmandu.
Cost Included
- Airport pickups and drops
- 3-star Category hotel accommodation in Kathmandu including Breakfast
- Teahouse accommodation including Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek
- Tented accommodation including Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the climb
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle.
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu)
- English speaking, well trained and experienced trekking guide , climbing guide .
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure Duffel Bag
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
- All necessary paper work; trekking permits and Peak climbing permit
- Good quality tents and kitchen utensils for camping
- Group mountaineering (climbing) equipments
- Medical kit (carried by your guide)
- All government and local taxes
Cost Not Included
- Nepalese visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower, etc.)
- Personal climbing equipment
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
- Tips for guides and porters
- Services not listed in the ‘What Is Included’ section
Important documents and items
- Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
- Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance
- Dollars in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport
- Credit cards, bank/ATM/cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards)
Personal Climbing Gears:
- Ice axe
- Crampons
- Harness
- Tape slings (2)
- Screwgate karabiners (2 lock, 2 unlock)
- Descender/eight figure
- Plastic mountaineering boots
- Ascender/Jhumar
- Helmet
Group Climbing Gears:
- Snow bar*
- Rope*
- Ice hammer*
- Ice screw*
Head
- Bandana or head scarf, also useful for dusty conditions
- Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic)
- Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Prescription sunglasses (if required)
Upper Body
- Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)
- Light and expedition weight thermal tops
- Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- Down vest and/or jacket *
- Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable
Hands
- 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves
- 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
- 1 pair of mittens; consists of 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched, waterproof, polar-fleece mitt liner
Lower Body
- Non-cotton underwear briefs
- 1 pair of hiking shorts
- 1 pair of hiking trousers
- 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms
- 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
- 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric
Feet
- 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks
- 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
- 1 pair of hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water resistant, ankle support, “broken in”)
- 1 pair of trainers or running shoes and/or sandals
- Cotton socks
- Gaiters
Sleeping
- 1 sleeping bag 30 degree DC
- Fleece sleeping bag liner
Rucksack and Travel Bags
- 1 medium rucksack or 1 large duffel bag *
- Daypack/backpack of 35 to 50 liters for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding
- Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags
- 2 large waterproof rucksack covers (optional)
Medical
- Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
- Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
- 1 skin-blister repair kit
- Anti-diarrhea pills
- Anti-headache pills
- Cough and/or cold medicine
- Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
- Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Note: Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant!
- Water purification tablets or water filter
- 1 set of earplugs
- Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies
Practical Items
- 1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit
- 1 cigarette lighter, 1 small box of matches
- 1 compass or GPS(optional)
- 1 alarm clock/watch
- 1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries
- Large Ziplocs
- 2 water bottles (1 liter each)
- 1 small folding knife
- Binoculars (optional)
- 4 large, waterproof, disposable rubbish sacks
Toiletries
- 1 medium-sized quick drying towel
- Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
- Multi-purpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
- Deodorants
- Nail clippers
- Face and body moisturizer
- Female hygiene products
- Small mirror
Personal Hygiene
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue /toilet roll
- Anti-bacterial hand wash
Extras/Luxuries
- Reading book
- Trail map/guide book
- Journal and pen
- iPod
- Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble, playing cards (to help you pass the time at teahouses and/or camps)
- 1 modest swim suit
- Binoculars (optional)
- Voltage converter (from 220 to 110 ampere)
- Plug adapter (2 round pegs to 2 flat pegs)
- Lightweight pillow case (in case your teahouses provide you with pillows) or use your own stuff as a pillow
Start Date | End Date | Price in USD | Availability | Booking | Note |
---|
Avabillity Options
OPEN: This date is available and open for bookings. Go for it!
GUARANTEED: Guaranteed departure. Seat Available.
LIMITED: Guaranteed departure, Limited seat. You can send booking request for availability.
FULL:This date is currently unavailable. Please contact us if you are interested in traveling on this date.