Lobuche East Peak Climbing

Trip Facts
Trip Type:	Trekking and Peak Climbing
Accommodation:	Hotel in Kathmandu, Tea Houses During Trek & Camping at High Camp
Grade:	Moderate Trek and Challenging Climbing
Max Altitude:	6,119 m/20,075 ft
Transportation:	Private Vehicle/Flight
Duration :	18 Nights/19 Days
Meals:	As Indicated in the Itinerary
Group Size:	1 Pax To 15 Pax

Highlights of The Trip

Climb Lobuche East Peak (6,119 m) and admire the views Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse, Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Pumori etc
Trek to the World's Inspirational Khumbu, Everest Region and enjoy Sherpa Culture
Step into Everest Base Camp (5,360 m) and Kalapatthar (5,545 m)
Witness closely World's tallest Mt. Everest (8,848 m) and neighbors from Kalapatthar
Visit Sacred Tengboche Monastery, Khumjung Monastery and Pengboche Monastery
Witness Purported Yeti Scalp in Khumjung Monastery
Visit Khumjung School and Hospital made by Sir Edmund Hillary
Enjoy being in the busting and old salt trade route, Namche Bazaar

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350m /4,430 ft)

Day 02: Kathmandu City Sightseeing and Preparation

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,880m/9,450 ft)-35 minutes and trek to Phakding (2,650m/8,695 ft)-4 hours

Day 04: Trek to Namche (3,450m/11,320 ft)-6 hours

Day 05: Day at Namche Bazaar for Acclimatization

Day 06: Trek to Debuche via Tengboche Monastery (3,860m/12,665 ft)-6 hours

Day 07: Trek to Pheriche (4,243m/13,920 ft)-6 hours

Day 08: Day at Pheriche for Acclimatization

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m/ 16,110 ft)-5 hours

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,360m/17,585 ft) & return to Gorakshep (5,160 m/16,930ft)-8 hours

Day 11: Trek to Kalapatthar (5,545m/18,195 ft) and descend down to Lobuche (4,910 m/ 16,110 ft)-7 hours

Day 12: Trek to Lobuche High Camp (5,400m/17,712ft) - 4 Hours

Day 13: Summit Day (6,119 m/20,075 ft) and back to the High Camp)-9/10 Hours

Day 14: Contingency Day in case of Bad Weather

Day 15: Trek back to Pangboche (3,985 m/13,110 ft) - 8 Hours

Day 16: Trek Back to Monjo (2,835 m/9,320 ft)-6 Hours

Day 17: Trek Back to Lukla (2,880m/9,450 ft)-5 Hours

Day 18: Fly Back to Kathmandu

Day 19: Departure from Kathmandu

Overview

Lobuche East Peak (6,119 m) is another famous climbing peak in Everest Region closer to Khumbu Glacier after Island Peak. This peak is more challenging than Island Peak but the views from the Summit of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse, Mt. Amadablam, and Mt. Pumori is overwhelming. It is located just above the Lobuche Village and the Base Camp is not too far from the village. There are two peaks namely Lobuche East (6,119 m) and Lobuche West (6,145 m). East Peak is considered as Trekking Peak whereas West Peak is considered as Climbing Peak. There is a long deeply V shaped ridge between two peaks and the steep and long distance makes impossible to summit the West Peak from East Peak. As a reason, East Peak is very frequent for climbing. East peak was first climbed by Laurence Nielson and Ang Gyalzen Sherpa on 25th April, 1984 and Lobuche West was first climbed via South Shoulder on 1955.

As Mt. Everest, world’s Highest Peak at 8,848 m is just a few kilometers away from Lobuche. We expend few more days to go Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar which help us to summit the peak as well by gaining the Elevation.

Lobuche East Peak Climbing starts from city sightseeing tour of Kathmandu and preparation. Next day, we take 35 minutes flight to Lukla and follow the Classical Trail of Everest Base Camp Trek passing by Phakding, Monjo, Namche, Tengboche Monastery, Pheriche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep and to Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar. When we return back to Lobuche, we follow the trail to Lobuche Base Camp and to High Camp. At High Camp, our crew share us technical knowledge and give us climbing training. They show us to fix ropes, harness, ascender, ice axe, boots, crampons and other necessary equipment's.

NOTE ON LUKLA FLIGHT:
Due to the congestion in Kathmandu International Airport, Nepal Government has issued notice of flight operation to Lukla Airport from Ramechhap Manthali Airport until further notice to avoid Airport Traffic in Kathmandu. Lukla Flights from Ramechhap (Both ways) will operate from March to May and September to November every year. In other months, Lukla flights will operate from Kathmandu Airport itself. Please write us for the latest updates. Ramechhap Manthali Airport is 136 kms from Kathmandu and can be reached in around 4 hours. Alternatively, we can arrange Helicopter from Kathmandu to Lukla if you do not want to drive.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350m /4,430 ft)

After you land at Kathmandu International Airport, our guide will receive you from the airport and takes you to the hotel. After check-in at hotel, rest of the days is free rest and relaxation. In the evening, we organize welcome Nepali Dinner with Cultural program.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: D

Activity Duration:

Day 02: Kathmandu City Sightseeing and Preparation

This day, we spend more time on preparation for trekking and peak climbing. Our crew will check the climbing equipments and brief you on our expedition. We also process for the necessary paper works. You can make quick sightseeing of Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Swyombhunath Stupa with our city guide.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B

Activity Duration:

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,880m/9,450 ft)-35 minutes and trek to Phakding (2,650m/8,695 ft)-4 hours

This day, after early breakfast at hotel, we drive to the domestic airport to take 35 minutes flight to Lukla which is a gate to Everest Region. After landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport, our guide allocates loads among the porters and starts our trek to Phakding. This is the first day of our trek which is the easiest flat trail takes you to the beautiful village of Phakding.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Phakding.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 04: Trek to Namche (3,450m/11,320 ft)-6 hours

We follow the level path along the bank of river and climb towards the Dudh Koshi valley. We will pass villages of Benkar, Monjo and Jorsele. There is a beautiful waterfall at Benkar. We trek though so many ups and downs, forests and passing by the view of Mt. Thamserku. After a short climb we will have lunch at Jorsele. Soon, we will be at V shaped valley where Dudh Koshi (On left) and Bhote Koshi (On right) meet. After crossing the high suspension bridge over Bhote Koshi, we make a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar. This is the biggest town in this area. You can walk around to the town.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Namche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 05: Day at Namche Bazaar for Acclimatization

This day, you will be staying at Namche Bazaar to get acclimatize and have an excursion to Everest View Lodge (3,800m) at Syangboche. If possible, visit Khumjung Village (3,790m) to see Khumjung School and hospital founded by Sir Edmund Hillary. Evening, you can walk around to the Namche Bazaar.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/ Lodge in Namche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 06: Trek to Debuche via Tengboche Monastery (3,860m/12,665 ft)-6 hours

After we leave Namche and climb to the top of the ridge, we get to a level mountain path which offers an excellent view of Thamserku, Kangtega and Kusum Kang. We continue our trail via Thasingo to Phunki Tenga. Enroute, we see the magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Amadablam, Lotse, Nuptse and Tawetse. We descent to the river bank at Phunki for lunch. After rest, we continue steep ascent until the half way and gradually ascent until the stone gate appears build by the Lamas. We are here at Tengboche where a famous Tengboche Monastery is. The view of Mt. Everest and Mt. Amadablam during the sunset time is magnificent. From Tengboche, Debuche is 30 minutes descend through rhododendron forest and long Mani wall. .

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/ Lodge in Debuche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 07: Trek to Pheriche (4,243m/13,920 ft)-6 hours

After breakfast, we cross Imja Khola(River) and after a short climb, we get to Pangboche (3,885m). After lunch, we may go to the Old monastery where we see Yeti Scalp. Later on, we make our way further to Pheiche via Alpine landscape. .

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Pheriche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 08: Day at Pheriche for Acclimatization

This day, you will be staying at Pheriche for the proper acclimatization. You can excursion to Nagarjuna (5,100m) with pack lunch.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Pheriche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m/ 16,110 ft)-5 hours

After breakfast, continue trek up to the valley to the tiny settlement of Dungla on the adventurous moraine of the great Khumbu glacier, and then climb steeply up and on to Lobuche. Evening, enjoy Sunset at Nuptse peak.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea/House in Lobuche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,360m/17,585 ft) & return to Gorakshep (5,160 m/16,930ft)-8 hours

This will be the most difficult yet rewarding day of the trek. To go to the Everest beyond Lobuche, the trail follows through besides the Khumbu Glacier. From a high point here, the rubble-covered hill of Kalapatthar in the front of Mt. Mount Everest can be seen at its pass a lake of often frozen. And continue to witness the Everest Base Camp of world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest (8,848m). You can enjoy being on the base camp return back to Gorakshep.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Gorakshep.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 11: Trek to Kalapatthar (5,545m/18,195 ft) and descend down to Lobuche (4,910 m/ 16,110 ft)-7 hours

Early morning, we steep ascent to Kalapatthar or Black Hill. This might be the most challenging but the trekkers get the most magnificent panoramic views of the mountains. Mt. Everest(8,848m), the highest point in the earth towers directly ahead and all the sides loom the giants, Nuptse, Pumori, Chantse, Lhotse and countless other peaks. After spending few times at Kalapatthar, we descend down to Gorakshep and continue to Lobuche.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Lobuche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 12: Trek to Lobuche High Camp (5,400m/17,712ft) - 4 Hours

After breakfast, our team carries necessary supplies from Lobuche. The trail to Base Camp gives the amazing views of Amadablam, Cholatse, Thamserku, Kangeta, Pokalde and other peaks. We reach to the Base Camp after walking along the Lobuche Glacier. We continue climbing to High Camp along the rocky moraines. After having lunch at High Camp, we use rest of the day for Climbing Preparation training and rest before heading to the final summit. Our team shares technical knowledge and show you the right ways of fixing ropes, harness, ascender, ice axe, boots, crampons and other necessary equipments.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp in High Camp.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 13: Summit Day (6,119 m/20,075 ft) and back to the High Camp)-9/10 Hours

We wake up early at around 1 am and start our journey to Summit as early as possible after having breakfast. Being climb more technical, we listen our Guide very carefully and follow the guidelines. Mostly we, climb on rock up to around 5,700 m and then to Ice. Now, you are at the Top of the Summit. From the Summit, you see the jaw dropping mountain giants of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse, Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Makalu, Pumori and many more. Lobuche East offers the more panoramic views of mountains than other trekking peaks. After celebrating, talking photos and spending some time, we get back to High Camp for overnight.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp in High Camp.

Meals: B L D

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Day 14: Contingency Day in case of Bad Weather

We keep this day as contingency if our summit get delayed or unsuccessful because of weather and other aspects.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House or Camp.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 15: Trek back to Pangboche (3,985 m/13,110 ft) - 8 Hours

After breakfast, we trace back passing Lobuche Base Camp. We will have lunch at Lobuche and continue our way back passing by Pheriche. From Pheriche, we trek downhill to Pangboche. In the evening, we can visit famous Pangboche Monastery.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Pangboche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 16: Trek Back to Monjo (2,835 m/9,320 ft)-6 Hours

From Pangboche, we ascent and cross a bridge over Imja Khola. As soon as we reach Debuche, we make ascent for an hour to get to Tengboche. We may spend some time at the monastery and descent down to the river at Phunki for lunch. After lunch and rest, we ascent up for around 2 and half hours passing by small villages to another side of the valley. We continue along the side of mountain to get to the Namche Bazaar. From Namche, we steeply descent until the bridge and cross Bhote Koshi River. Our way follows ups and downs, forest and rocky trails and finally we get to a small village of Monjo.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Monjo.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 17: Trek Back to Lukla (2,880m/9,450 ft)-5 Hours

From Monjo, we will trek to Benkar where beautiful water is. The next village is Phakding. From Phakding, Lukla is an easy walk of around 2 and 1/2 Hours. Upon arrival at lodge in Lukla, get fresh. Evening, farewell party to all the crew to thank them.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Lukla.

Meals: B L D

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Day 18: Fly Back to Kathmandu

After breakfast, we fly back to Kathmandu. Upon arriving at Kathmandu and re check-in to hotel, all the day is free for rest and shopping. In the evening, we host farewell dinner to mark the Successful Summit.

Accomodation: Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B L D

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Day 19: Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast at hotel, our representative will drop you to airport before 3 hours of your flight time.

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Meals: B D

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Cost Info

Program Includes:

Garland welcome arrival and departure transfers with office representative.
4 Nights in Kathmandu with breakfast inclusive of taxes and service charges.
14 Days Trekking in Everest Region with all meals ie, breakfast, lunch dinner and tea/coffee each time at during the meal(Including 2/3 Nights at Base Camp).
Camping at Base Camp with kitchen staffs, all meals, utensils during the climb for 2/3 nights.
Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu Airfare with all transfers.
Kathmandu sightseeing as per the program with English Speaking Guide and entrance fees.
Garbage Deposit and 1 Oxygen Cylinder for emergency.
High Experienced Guide for Trekking and Climbing Guide with accommodation, daily allowances and meals.
Insurance for the Trekking and Climbing Crew.
Porters in 2:1 Ratio.
Welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
All necessary transfers and sightseeing as per the group size in deluxe vehicle.
All necessary trekking permits like Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS), Everest National Park Permits, Local Village Development permits.
All necessary permits for Mere Peak Climbing.
Duffel Bag and First Aid Kit.
Group Equipment for Climbing.
24/7 Assistance from Kathmandu office.

Program Excludes:

International Airfare to/from Kathmandu.
Nepal visa fees, USD 40/- for 30 Days.
Meals other than mentioned in the program.
Personal Equipment and Satellite Phone.
Personal expenses like phone call, internet, Wi-Fi, hot shower, phone/camera charge, extra porter, insurance, laundry etc.
Charges for Extra Luggage for Lukla flight more than 15 kgs (10 kgs+5 kgs per person)
Cost for Emergency Helicopter Evacuation and Medical Expenses.
Tips for Guide, Sherpa and crew members.
Extra nights during treks or in Kathmandu because of flight cancellation/delay and other unfavorable condition.
Extra services other than mentioned in the include section.
Other than in our include section.