Lobuche Peak Climbing

Duration
19 Days
Difficulty Level
High
Arrival
Kathmandu

Duration:
19 Days
Starting Point:
Lukla
End Point:
Lukla
Difficulty Level:
High
Max-Altitude:
20070 ft / 6,145m

Trip Introduction

Lobuche peak is a “trekking peak” in the Kumbhu Region of Nepal. It is classed as Grade PD+ (Peu Difficile+) on the Alpine Grading system although it is rated as one of the more technical climbs within this group of peaks. Certainly it is more technical than it’s more commonly climbed neighbors, Island Peak, Pokalde and Mera Peak. There are two summits to Lobuche East, a “true” and a “false” with an expedition peak Lobuche West adjoining. There are a number of similar routes to the summit and this page describes the South East Ridge route. The first recorded ascent of this peak is surprisingly as late as 1984 by Laurence Neilson and Ang Gyalzen Sherpa.

The Southeast Ridge is the most popular, graded as PD+ on the Alpine Grading system. From Base Camp, at approximately 15,740 ft it’s a 2-hour slog following a well-outlined trail up to the first option of a high camp alongside a hidden lake at approximately 16, 500ft. In my 2005 climb, we went a little further up a narrow gully above the lake and onto a slabby rock plateau area at 17,200ft.

From the latter high camp, the route continues up a series of slabs of increasing steepness to give access to the southeast Ridge proper. These slabs are usually iced/snow-covered so care is needed and you should probably be roped at this stage. About 50m from the main ridge the end of the slabs and you are now faced with a 45-degree snow wall to ascend onto the ridge. There may be fixed rope here if there are other parties ascending. The start of the ridge is at approximately 18,600ft and for the more adventurous this is also a possible site for a second high camp to make the summit day a little easier. Follow the ridge turning around seracs and ascending the various “lumps and bumps” towards the first summit. There are no real difficulties although there is a feeling of some exposure along the way. Between the first/false summit and the true summit, there is a considerable descent which you may need to rappel down before the final 200ft or so.

The 20-day Lobuche East Peak Peak (6,145m ) climbing comes along with the classic Everest Trek. The trip will also take you to some of the most popular places in the Everest region like Kala Pathar, which provides an excellent view of Everest along with other high mountains.

Outline Itinerary

- Day 01
- Arrival day in Kathmandu (1300m)
- Day 02
- preparation Day for Climbing
- Day 03
- Kathmandu - Lukla (40 minutes) [2840 m/9320 feet] – Trek to Phakding [2,652m/8,700feet], 3 - 4 hours
- Day 04
- Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283feet), 5-6 hours
- Day 05
- Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,283 feet), Acclimatization Day
- Day 06
- Namche Bazaar - Tengboche [3860 m/12,660 feet], 5 - 6 hours
- Day 07
- Tengboche - Dingboche [4360m/14,300 feet], 5 - 6 hours
- Day 08
- Dingboche: Acclimatization Day
- Day 09
- Dingboche to Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 feet), 5-6 hours
- Day 10
- Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5364m/17,594feet) and back to Gorak Shep (5170 m/16,961feet), 6-7 hours
- Day 11
- Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5545m/18,192ft] and back to Lobuche (4940m/16,207feet), 4-5 hours
- Day 12
- Lobuche to High Camp (5,400m/17,712feet), 3-4 hours
- Day 13
- Lobuche High Camp to Summit (6119m/20,070 feet) and back to High Camp, 8-10 hours
- Day 14
- Lobuche High Camp to Pangboche (3930m /12900 feet), 8-9 hours
- Day 15
- Pangboche to Namche Bazaar, 4-5 hours
- Day 16
- Namche Bazaar to Lukla, 6-7 hours
- Day 17
- Fly to Kathmandu
- Day 18
- Free Day in Kathmandu
- Day 19
- Final Departure

- Day 01
- Arrival day in Kathmandu (1300m)
  
  You’ll be arriving in Kathmandu on this day, and our representative will pick you up from the airport in a private vehicle and transport you to one of the city’s most amazing three-star hotels.
- Day 02
- preparation Day for Climbing
  
  Today Is Your Trip preparation Day, just check your gears, if you dont have you need to buy or Rent some where in Thamel,
- Day 03
- Kathmandu - Lukla (40 minutes) [2840 m/9320 feet] – Trek to Phakding [2,652m/8,700feet], 3 - 4 hours
  
  After a lovely breakfast, we will fly from Kathmandu to lukla in 35 minutes. Tenzing Hillary Airport, the riskiest airport in the world, will greet us. We will trek for 4 hours to Phakding on the same day. We will continue to make plans for the next day’s trek while staying the night in Phakding.
- Day 04
- Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283feet), 5-6 hours
  
  fter a delicious breakfast and a gorgeous morning, we are ready to trek to Namche Bazaar. We’ll stop in Monjo village as we pass through for a fantastic meal at one of its teahouses. Similarly, after a 6 to 7-hour trek, we will arrive at Namche Bazaar, a stunning hamlet. At the Namche Bazaar, we’ll spend the night.
- Day 05
- Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,283 feet), Acclimatization Day
  
  We’ll rest today in Namche Bazaar as we explore the surroundings. Similarly, we’ll be stopping by a few local monasteries. Likewise, we won’t spend any time going on a trek near the Everest View Hotel to take in the views of many mountains, including Ama Dablam, Makalu, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu.
- Day 06
- Namche Bazaar - Tengboche [3860 m/12,660 feet], 5 - 6 hours
  
  After a lovely breakfast, we will leave Namche Bazaar and trek to Tengboche. Within 6 hours of trekking, we will reach Tengboche by passing through the wide valley of Gokyo Valley and following the Bhote Koshi River’s margin. Similarly, we will inspect Tengboche Monastery, one of the most remarkable monasteries in Nepal. We’ll spend the night at Tengboche.
- Day 07
- Tengboche - Dingboche [4360m/14,300 feet], 5 - 6 hours
  
  The lovely breakfast and spectacular dawn will give us tremendous energy for our trek. In the same vein, we will be monitoring the particular trial known as the Musk Dear trial as it leaves the Deboche settlement. We will then proceed towards the Dingboche after having a meal at one of the teahouses and crossing the numerous bridges. After a 4 to 5-hour trek, we will arrive at the magnificent village of Dingboche and spend the night.
- Day 08
- Dingboche: Acclimatization Day
  
  At Dingboche, this is a relaxation day. We will tour the area and take in the scenery, including the deep Chukkung and Pheriche Valley. The breathtaking vista of the Himalayas, including Ama Dablam, Makalu, Lhotse, and Everest, will enthrall us to the uttermost.
- Day 09
- Dingboche to Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 feet), 5-6 hours
  
  Finally, we will trek to Lobuche, which is our first target. We will arrive in Lobuche and spend the night there after a 5- to 6-hour trek from the Khumbu Glacier starting point.
- Day 10
- Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5364m/17,594feet) and back to Gorak Shep (5170 m/16,961feet), 6-7 hours
  
  We will start our trek to our next destination with the morning breakfast. Ascending straight uphill from within the Khumbu Glacier within 5 hours, we will end up at Everest Base Camp. Likewise, after exploring EBC, we will return to Gorakshep within 2 hours.
- Day 11
- Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5545m/18,192ft] and back to Lobuche (4940m/16,207feet), 4-5 hours
  
  After having a fantastic morning breakfast in the teahouse, we will trek straight uphill to Kala Pathar. Taking unique pictures for memories, we will return to Lobuche within 2 hours of the trek and stay overnight at Lobuche.
- Day 12
- Lobuche to High Camp (5,400m/17,712feet), 3-4 hours
  
  After Breakfast Trek to Lobuche High camp from Lobuche is takes about 3-4 hours, passing through several glacier lakes. Similarly, we will either camp out or stay in one of the teahouses in the High Camp.
- Day 13
- Lobuche High Camp to Summit (6119m/20,070 feet) and back to High Camp, 8-10 hours
  
  his day’s trek will be a little more complicated than other days. We will move toward the Summit after a lovely breakfast. The tremendous challenges for us will be the slippery terrain and steep hills. After more than eight hours of trekking, we will have reached the peak. We get a clear view of numerous peaks, including Everest, Lhotse Kanchenjunga, and many others. We’ll snap a few pictures and then head back to high camp, where we’ll stay overnight.
- Day 14
- Lobuche High Camp to Pangboche (3930m /12900 feet), 8-9 hours
  
  After a lovely breakfast, we’ll pass Lobuche East Base Camp on our trek to Pangboche. We may reach Pangboche in less than 5 hours after trekking through the pheriche Valley. We’ll spend the night at one of the Pangboche teahouses.
- Day 15
- Pangboche to Namche Bazaar, 4-5 hours
  
  We will reach Namche Bazzar after a four-hour downhill trek via the ijma River. We would go to lovely Tengboche and Tengboche towns en route. Today, we’ll spend the night at Namche Bazzar.
- Day 16
- Namche Bazaar to Lukla, 6-7 hours
  
  After a fantastic breakfast, we will trek Lukla. The valley has a picturesque village and dense pine forest from Namche to Lukla. We’ll stop at one of the teahouses along the trail for lunch. Similarly to that, we will reach Lukla after 7-hour trekking.
- Day 17
- Fly to Kathmandu
  
  After a lovely meal in the morning, we will fly for an astonishing 35 minutes before landing in Kathmandu.
- Day 18
- Free Day in Kathmandu
  
  Free day in Kathmandu for Shopping and Relaxing
- Day 19
- Final Departure
  
  We will drive you in our vehicle three hours before your flight after a sumptuous breakfast. You can depart Nepal on this day by setting up the necessary paperwork.

Cost Include:

All transfer from Airport to Hotel and Hotel to Airport,
4 nights Hotel in Kathmandu. (B&B) 3 star level Hotel
Domestic Flight (Kathmandu to Lukla )
Domestic Flight (Lukla to kathmandu )
Trekking Duffle Bag by Company
Tea house, accommodation during the trek.
All Meals (Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation in Tent camp at Base camp and High camp During the Climbing with All Meals and Hot Drinks (Tea, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
All group camping equipment (kitchen tent, Dining tent, kitchen, camping items) in Base camp and High camp
Lobuche Peak Climbing Permit
Sagarmatha National park Fee
TIMS Card (Trekking Permit)
Experience Climbing Sherpa guide
Required Number of Potters
Cook, Kitchen Staff and other Necessary staff (Base Camp and High camp)
Group Climbing Equipment and instruments (Fixed Rope, Main Rope, Ice Hammer, Snow bar, Ice Crew)
Single/Double tent at the Camp with mattress
Insurance for Climbing Guide and Climbing Sherpa
Insurance for all Nepali Trekking staff
All government and local taxes
farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

Cost Exclude:

Nepal Visa fee (please bring two passport photographs and cash on USD Denomination) International airfare to and from Nepal
Personal, Travel and rescue insurance
International airfare to and from Nepal
Excess baggage charges for Air travel
Extra night stay in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the trip(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Breakfast, lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu if you return early from the trip
Extended activities and destinations
All cold drinks during the trek (mineral water, cola, beer and Bar-bills)
Hot Shower During the Trek
Battery Charge ( All electronic devices) WI-FI (internet)
Tips for Guide and Staff
Emergency evacuation by Helicopter (in case needed)

Trekking
- Hiking Poles
- Trekking Wind Proof Jacket
- Water Bottle
- Trekking T Shirt
- Sun Cream
- Sun Glasses
- Socks
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Shoes
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Pants
- Inner Thermal
- Head Lamp
- Hat
- Thin Gloves
- Thick Gloves
- Flip Sweater
- Down Jacket
- Trekking Bag
- Portable Charger
- Sun Glasses
Climbing
- Harness
- Ice Axe
- Lip Guard
- Lock Carabiners
- Mid Weight Top
- Prusick Loop
- Snow Goggles
- Summit Gloves
- Summit Socks
- Swiss Knife
- Tape Sling
- Thermal Mattress Cell Foam
- Thermal Mattress Inflatable
- Thermos