Trekking in Nepal

Lobuche Peak is situated close to Khumbu Glacier in Everest Region, offers an attractive climb summit with a variety of existing routes and wide scope for new lines. Lobuche Peak is one of the popular trekking peaks in the Himalayan country of Nepal. The peak is an attractive summit and offers several triails for climbing.

There exist two distinct summits to Lobuche peak: Lobuche east (6119m) and Lobuche west (6145m), although they are connected by a continuous edge and they have sharp gap and a considerable distance between them. The trekking peak permit is for the east peak, at the same time as Lobuche west seen at the head of the Lobuche glacier.

From the summit, we have a great view of Mt. Everest, Amadablam etc and a 360 degree Himalayan panorama that include all important peaks in the Khumbu Valley. This Lobuche peak climbing is a beautiful climb with some technical challenges.

Itinerary in Details

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu.
You will be welcomed by our staff and transferred to your hotel. Our airport representative will explain the program upon arrival. Overnight at hotel. B.B

Day 02: Trek preparation and Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour
Sightseeing of World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley including: Kathmandu Darbar Square, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Pasupatinath Temple. Overnight at hotel. B.B

Day 03: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2652m) 3 hours.
Early morning transfer to airport for Lukla flight. The flight into Lukla is a lifetime experience in itself. The airfield is at high evaluation and the difference between the two ends of the runway is about 60 meters! Trek to Phakding with green landscape & view of Kusum Kangraru. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 6 hours
We follow the Dudh Kosi, ascending through Himalayan pine and Doedar cedar forests, to the celebrated village of Namche Bazaar. The village of Namche is a historic trading post where Nepalese and Tibetan traders exchange salt, dried meat and textiles. Besides being a superb place to shop for traditional crafts, Namche remains the central trading post in the Khumbu, attracting Himalayan and lowland merchants. You will spend two days in Namche for acclimatization, visit local markets and spend time with your team. On the hike we capture our first glimpses of Everest and neighboring peaks. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 05: Acclimatization, hike to Everest view hotel (3900m) 3 - 4 hours.
This is a day for acclimatization, we will hike to Syangboche Airport (3700m), the supposed heighest airport in the world. Then continue climbing to Mt. Everest View Hotel for great panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Amadablam, Tawache etc. On the way back after lunch or before we will visit the Sherpa Culture Museum and Everest photo Gallery. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3860m) 5 hours
The flat and easy trail leads towards the view of Mt. Everest, then descends deep into the Dudh Kosi Valley at Pungki Thanka; from here it ascends the right flank of the Dudh Kosi valley to Tengboche Monastery (3860m). It is the spiritual center of the Khumbu; the climb is long, but more than adequately compensated by views of Mt. Amadablam and on a clear day, views of Mt. Everest and its surrounding peaks. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4410m) 5 hours
Descend through a beautiful forest then cross the Imja Khola and trek through the village of Pangboche (3900m); perhaps today is the most interesting trekking because you will not lose altitude like on other days and you will enjoy views of Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Lhotse & other peaks; the route continues through pastures to Dingboche, known as the 'summer valley'. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 08: Hiking to Chhukung Ri and back to Dingboche (5546 mtrs) 7 hours.
Today you can enjoy another acclimatization day. This day we will have a day-trip to Chhukung Ri (5546m). The views from Chukkhung are wonderful; also we can observe the fifth-highest mountain: Makalu. We will descend to Chhukung for Lunch & continue down to Dingboche. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) 5 hours
Trek along a broad valley floor to Dughla, passing the Trekkers Aid Post at Pheriche (4240 m), staffed by western volunteer doctors and supported by the Himalayan Rescue Association which offers treatment and consultation to trekkers. Continue up the valley, gaining altitude. Come out of the valley to descend to the yak pastures of Lobuche (4910m). O/N at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 10: Trek to Gorekshep (5180m) 3 hours
After a short climb through meadows, look down on the Khumbu Glacier. Straight ahead is Kalapattar - the best vantage point to view the entire south face of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. Trek to Gorekshep and prepare for tomorrow's Everest Base Camp Expedition at 5400 meters. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 11: Hike to Everest Base Camp (5400m) and return Gorekshep (5180m) 7 hours
This morning commences with your Mount Everest Base Camp destination through a scree trail. There is not much elevation gain, but there are a lot of ups and downs and, combined with altitude, this can be a tiring portion- but the journey is worth it. After approximately 3 hrs of hiking you will arrive at Base Camp and enjoy views of the Khumbu Glacier and icefall, where Everest expeditions begin. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 12: Hiking to Kalapattar (5545m) - Gorekshep - Lobuche peak base camp (4910m) 6 hours.
The day starts with a hike up to Kalapattar (5545m), the best viewpoint to witness Mt. Everest and the spectacular Himalayan range. Then trek back to Gorekshep for hot breakfast and then descend to Lobuche(4910m). Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D

Pre-Climb Training: After lunch, our guides will provide training on peak climbing techniques and using climbing gears such as ice axe, climbing boot and crampons, harness, ascender, etc and on how to go up and down using ropes. Although it is not mandatory to have prior training experience for Lobuche peak climbing. we believe that some training experience will boost up your confidence and climbing skills, thus increasing the chances of scaling the summit as well as to fully enjoy the experience.

Day 13: Summit to Lobuche east peak (6119 meters) then back to Base Camp.
Today is our main adventure day, we start early in the morning to climb Lobuche peak but it all depends on the weather condition. it takes about ten hours. At the summit you will catch panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Tawache, Cholatse, Pumori, Changri and more. After a safe trip to the top we safely make our way down then same day back to base camp. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D

Day 14:  Reserve day for contingency
There is no such guarantee that we can get quite a favorable weather on our planned day for the summit (day 13), so this day is used as a contingency in case if we are unable to summit the Lobuche on day 13 due to bad weather condition or some other reasons. If weather gets exceptionally unfavorable we wisely have to postpone the program of summiting the peak. Sometimes somebody in the group may get some problems in acclimatizing well enough to make the ascent; the day can be used in that condition too. If the trip goes smoothly, we do not need this spare day.

Day 15: Trek to Pangboche (4000 meters) 6 hours.
We then descend to Pangboche at elevation of 4000 meters. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 16 Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441meters)). 5 hours
we descend steeply through beautiful forest of juniper, rhododendron and fir to Phunkitenga. After a welcome break and perhaps a cup of tea we cross the Dudh Kosi River and ascend to Trashinga. From here the trail contours high above the valley through to Shanasa, and trails goes all flat to Namche bazar. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 17: Trek to Lukla (2800m) 7 hours
The trek continues along the Dudh Kosi River to the small mountain airstrip at Lukla where you will catch your return flight to Kathmandu. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu (1310m)
30-minute amazing scenic fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel. B.B

Day 19: Final departure to your onward destination. B. "Farewell!"

Note: B = breakfast, B.B = bed & breakfast, B.L.D = bed, breakfast, lunch & dinner

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DURING THE TRIP:

1. Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by private car / van
2. Three nights accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
3. All your standard meals as per itinerary (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek and climb
4. Lobuche peak permit fees.
5. Lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek and tented accommodation during climb
6. Government licensed holder english speaking guide during the trek and climb, require porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and insurance
7. General climbing equipment such as rope, ice screw, snow bar etc.
8. Round trip flight to/from Kathmandu inclusive domestic departure tax
9. Nepal Hiking Team duffle bag, down jacket and sleeping bag during the trip
10. Nepal Hiking Team T - shirt (yours to keep)
11. First aid medical kit
12. Sagarmatha national park permits fee
13. TIMS fee- trekkers' information management system
14. Government taxes & office service charge

OUR SERVICES EXCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DURING THE TRIP:

1. Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
   
2. Your travel insurance.
   
3. Garbage deposit fee US$ 250.00 (Refundable)
   
4. Your travel insurance.
   
5. International airfare and airport departure tax.
   
6. Nepal entry visa , you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International
7. Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.) (US$ 40 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu for 60 days from date of issue.
   
8. Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
   
9. Personal trekking and Climbing Equipment.
   
10. Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
    
11. Tips for trekking/climbing staff and driver.