Trekking Peak
16 Days
Medium
6,119 m
KTM: 4*Hotel Trekking period: Teahouse & Camping
October - November & April - May
USD 2500 [2 pax+]
Sharing common route with classic route of Everest Base Camp trek, it is famous trekking peak of Khumbu region. Lobuche East stands 6119m high and is technically difficult for climbers. Proper guidance and equipment are required for success and safety. Often combined with Everest Base Camp trek, this trip provides amazing experience to the people.
Lobuche is located in the Khumbu region of Nepal. It is near Khumbu Glacier and many huge mountains in the region including Mt. Everest. It’s just a few kilometers away from Mt. Everest. It shares a common route with many others including the famous route of Everest Base Camp. Lobuche East and Lobuche West are the two main summits that make Lobuche. They are 6119m and 6145m tall respectively. Lobuche East is categorized as a trekking peak while Lobuche West is categorized as an expedition peak. They both need separate permits from Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). Lobuche East is our destination for the trip.
As it shares a common route with the classic trekking route of Everest base Camp, it gives all the view and experience too. Additional 3 days of trekking route can help to include the Everest Base Camp trek too. This peak is often used by climbers as a support climbing peak before heading for main expeditions like Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse. It helps them to acclimatize to the environment and refresh their climbing skills.
Although, trekking peak, Lobuche must be well respected. Despite its relatively low altitude from other high mountains, it has a rough and rocky terrain. It is a pyramid-shaped mountain with a difficult rock formation. It must be climbed with the help of an experienced and trained climbing guide for safety reasons. Proper guidance and equipment can make difference between success and failure. Physical fitness is expected as part of the trip.
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Itinerary are in standard form. It can be customized according to the need of clients. Please feel free to contact us for the trip.
Arrival in Kathmandu and pick up and transfer to hotel by office representative. Hang around Thamel on availability of time. Acquire and prepare necessary gear for the trip.
Preparation day for the trip. Legal Paper work & Permits . Check all the gears and acquire insufficient essentials. Half day tour if time is available. Short briefing in evening with welcome dinner.
Early morning we drive to Ramechhap airport about 5 hours. Due to Kathmandu air traffic of Lukla flights its been swift to Ramechhap airport. Board in a scenic flight of 20mins. Reach Lukla meet our Supporting staff Potter brothers. Then ascend our trail. The trail runs alongside Dudh Koshi River crossing through pine and oak forest. An easy trails of 4 hours we reach Phakding. Rest and overnight.
After breakfast we set our trail. Crossing first longest bridge . We will be then entering Sagarmatha National Park . Show our permits and duty officer requests to check our baggage. We then descend down and straight 2hours hike through forest trails we head to Namche Bazzar. We may get first glimpse of ‘Mount Everest’ on this day. Reach Namche by 6-7 hours. Rest and overnight.
Acclimatization is an important part of any trip to altitude. It helps body to adjust and rejuvenate to the environment. Namche Bazaar is interesting place to take rest. It is known as Sherpa Capital. Sherpa is an ethnic community of people who are well known for being good at mountaineering. You can see culture and lifestyle of local here. You can visit museum to understand Sherpa community. You can explore local market. Modern amenities like ATM, Internet Café, Shops, restaurants, bakery etc. are available to enjoy.
After good day of acclimatization, we will head to Tengboche. Tengboche is a settlement that is located at the top of hill at the confluence of Imja Khola and Dudh Koshi. The trail drops down to the bank of rivers and climbs up to Tengboche. Tengboche is amazing place to view peaks surrounding the regions. Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Ama Dablam are some of the notable mountains that can be viewed. Tengboche is also well known for its Monastery.
We will pass through several Chortens and mani, wall carved with Buddhist religious mantras on the way to Dingboche. The settlements in this area have distinct feature. The farmlands are protected by long stone wall from harsh cold wind.
The trail passes through the valley of Imja and Chukkung. On the way, mountain views is amazingly beautiful. Lobuche is small settlement in the area. It is quite busy in main trekking and climbing season.
It is another day of acclimatization before we proceed. You can make short hike in surrounding places or take full day rest enjoying beautiful view.
Climbing Staff will take over and take clients to high camp for climbing. Tents and foods will be all made available by staff.
The trip will start very early in the morning. It is the main day of whole trip. After climbing will descend back to base camp and stay overnight.
We will trace back the same route which we used to ascend. We will stay overnight in a teahouse at Dingboche.
We will trace back the same route which we used to ascend. We wills stay overnight in a teahouse at Namche Bazaar.
We will trace back the same route which we used to ascend. We wills stay overnight in a teahouse at Lukla.
Fly from Lukla to Ramechhap then escort drive to Kathmandu. Transfer you back to the Hotel. In evening, farewell dinner will be arranged to celebrate the trip.
Journey with us end here. Office representative will take you to International airport for final departure as per schedule requirement.
Sherpa Khangri Outdoor takes care of members from the moment they come to Kathmandu. If extra services and amenities required, please lets us know about it.
Our fix departure is as per below dates. Any customization or date of your interest, please free to contact us.
Trekking Peak
16 Days
Medium
6,119 m
KTM: 4*Hotel Trekking period: Teahouse & Camping
October - November & April - May
USD 2500 [2 pax+]
