Pokalde Peak Climbing

Trip Facts
Trip Type:	Trekking & Peak Climbing
Grade:	Moderate Trek & Easy Climbing
Accommodation:	Hotel in Kathmandu, Tea Houses During Trek & Camping during Climbing
Altitude:	5,806 m/19,049 ft
Transportation :	Private Vehicle/ Flight
Duration :	19 Nights/20 Days
Group Size:	1 to 15 People

Highlights of The Trip

Climb Pokalde Peak (5,806 m) and admire the views of tallest mountains including Makalu, Amadablam, Nuptse and many more.
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/16,930 ft)-8 hours

Day 11: Trek to Kalapatthar (5,545m/18,195 ft), descend down to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,470 ft)- 6 Hours

Day 12: Trek to Pokalde Base Camp (4,400 m/14,436 ft)-5 hours

Day 13: Trek to Pokalde High Camp (5,400 m/17,717 ft)- 5 Hours

Day 14: Climb Pokalde Peak (5,806 m/19,049 ft) and descend to Chukung (4,730 m/15,518 ft)- 8/9 Hours

Day 15: Trek back to Tengboche-6 Hours

Day 16: Trek back to Namche- 5 Hours

Day 17: Trek back to Lukla -7 Hours

Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 19: Reserve Day in Kathmandu

Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu

Overview

Pokalde Peak (5,806 m) also known as Dolma Ri in the southwest of Mt. Everest is the easiest and shortest peak in Everest Region. This peak was first submitted in 1953 via Kongma La along its north ridge and from the top, has the impressive views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu, Amadablam, Pumori and other mountains of Khumbu Region.

During Pokalde Peak Climbing, we begin our journey with adventures flight to Lukla and continue the trail to Everest Base Camp till Lobuche. Since Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar are just a day away from Lobuche, we visit the base camp of the highest mountain and hike to Kalapatthar which gives us the jaw dropping view of Mt. Everest along with its neighbors; Nuptse, Lhotse and others. Then we return to Dingboche and trek to Pokalde Base Camp just below Kongma La Pass. We stay at Pokalde High Camp before summiting the Pokalde peak. After the summit, we descend to Chukung Valley and retrace back to Lukla.

Pokalde Peak can be climbed with the help of just ropes without using any technical equipment however; it is challenging in the section of loose rocks and not advisable for attempt in bad weather for its exposed terrains.

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 ascend 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 Lobhuche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

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

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 11: Trek to Kalapatthar (5,545m/18,195 ft), descend down to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,470 ft)- 6 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. At Lobuche, we will have lunch and descend down to Dingboche, a nearby village on other side of Pheriche.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Dingboche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 12: Trek to Pokalde Base Camp (4,400 m/14,436 ft)-5 hours

Today, we trek to Pokalde Base Camp following the steep trail. Pokalde Base Camp lies near a large circular lake in the middle below Kongma La Pass. Base Camp gives the best views of Makalu, Amadablam, Nuptse and other peaks. After lunch, our guide will give you the climbing session.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp at Pokalde Base Camp.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 13: Trek to Pokalde High Camp (5,400 m/17,717 ft)- 5 Hours

Today we trek to Kongma La Pass (5,535 m) which gives the view of frozen glaciers and Pokalde Peak along with other maintains. Then we continue ascending to the high camp admiring the dominating peaks of Everest Region. We do the last preparation before climbing the peak next day.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp at Pokalde High Camp.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 14: Climb Pokalde Peak (5,806 m/19,049 ft) and descend to Chukung (4,730 m/15,518 ft)- 8/9 Hours

This day is the most important day as we are going to make a history of climbing Pokalde Peak. We begin our journey to peak early in the morning following the rocky trail with loose rocks. After challenging climb, we will arrive at narrow rocky summit of Pokalde Peak. From the peak, we will get the panoramic views of world’s tallest mountains including Makalu, Amadablam and Pumori. After spending few times and celebrating, we descend down to Kongma La Pass and cross to Chukung Valley.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Chukung.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 15: Trek back to Tengboche-6 Hours

From Chukung, we trek to Pangboche and join the main trail. After crossing Imja Khola, we get to Debuche. From Debuche, we ascend for around 45 minutes crossing long Mani wall and through rhododendron forest. Finally we get to the Tengboche. We spend our evening time visiting again Monastery and enjoy the sunset over Mt. Everest and Mt. Amadablam.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Tengboche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 16: Trek back to Namche- 5 Hours

After breakfast, we descend down to the river at Phunki for lunch. After lunch and rest, we ascend 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. This is the day we get the last view of Everest, Lhotse and Tengboche before we descend down from Army camp at hill near Namche.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Namche.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 17: Trek back to Lukla -7 Hours

After we leave Namche Bazaar, we steeply descent until the bridge and cross Bhote Koshi River. Our way follows ups and downs, forest and rocky trails. We will have our lunch at Benkar or Phakding. After lunch, we continue gradual trail to Lukla. This is the final/last day of our trek. Farewell and thanks to the crew member in the evening.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Lukla.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu

Early breakfast and fly back to Kathmandu. Whole day is free on your own or rest. In the evening, we will host dinner to mark your success of the Pokalde Peak Climbing.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B D

Activity Duration:

Day 19: Reserve Day in Kathmandu

Lukla flight highly depends on weather. So, we keep one day extra if in case flight to/from Lukla get cancelled because of weather. Also this day will be back up if the weather gets worst before we climb the Pokalde Peak. If the summit and flight happens as planned, we may do some extra sightseeing in Kathmandu.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B L D

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Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast, our representative from Alpine Holidays will drop you to the airport before 3 hours of your flight time.

Accomodation:

Meals: B

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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.
15 Days Trekking in Everest Region with all meals ie, breakfast, lunch dinner and tea/coffee each time at during the meal(Including 3 Nights at Base Camp).
Camping during climbing with kitchen staffs, all meals, utensils during the climb for 2 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.