Lobuche East Peak Climbing An adventurous feat and climb on top striking Lobuche East Peak with grandeur views Scenic and exciting treks to Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar with close views of Everest From high green hills of tall rhododendron-magnolia and pines trees to arctic zone of glaciers Explore around traditional Sherpa villages with colorful Buddhism religion and lively cultures Scenic flights to and from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu with the array of mountain range views”
Lobuche East Peak Climbing one of the tough and technical mountains a sheer challenge to reach on top 6,119 m and 20,192 ft high, which is a twin peak of Lobuche West peak at a mere distance, where Lobuche East is more popular due to easy assist reaching the base camp for the climb. Lobuche East Peak Climb is determined after much practice with acclimatization days before the final ascent where walks lead you to famous Everest Base Camp and on top of Kalapathar, the highest point of the walk at 5,545 m offers the glamorous panorama of mountains with closest views of Mt. Everest.
Lobuche East Peak Climb, grade as ‘TD’ means “Technical difficulties truly a mountain of great challenge effort, where climbers need to fully equipped with all necessary gears to tackle this tough peak summit, the grade comes from French and Swiss Alpine Climbing Systems Classification as used worldwide on the alpine climb of a day or more. Lobuche East Peak Climb commence with the short flight from Kathmandu to reach Sherpa town at Lukla, the door to various adventure around Khumbu and Everest region, from here heading higher past nice farm villages adorned with prayer walls and spinning prayer wheels and then into the forest following the Dudh Kosi higher up.
With rest day at colorful Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and to soak in with the local culture of Buddhism religion, and then towards scenic Thyangboche with a visit to its monastery as the walk continues leaving the tree lines for the wild country of mountains and arctic climate. The first part of the adventure takes you to Everest base camp and on top of Kalapathar and then towards our main highlight and destination with the tough technical climb on top Lobuche East Peak facing a mind-blowing panorama of the world’s highest peaks from Everest, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu, and as far to Mt. Makalu with the array of peaks.
After a most rewarding and successful ascent return back to Lukla for the scenic flight to reach Kathmandu after an overwhelming adventure on Lobuche East Peak Climb.
Outlet itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu 1,345 m and then transfer to respective Hotels
Day 02: Kathmandu preparations for trek-climb.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2,830 m & trek to Phakding 2,640 m – 04 hrs.
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m – 06 hrs.
Day 05: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and local excursion.
Day 06: Trek to Thyangboche Monastery 3,867 m – 05 hrs.
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche 4,360 m – 05 hrs.
Day 08: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization with a short scenic excursion.
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche 4,930 m – 05 hrs.
Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp 5,364 m and return to Gorakshep 5,180 m – 06 hrs.
Day 11: Hike to Kalapathar 5,545 m trek to Lobuche Peak base camp 4,865 m – 06 hrs.
Day 12: At Base Camp preparation for the climb.
Day 13: Climb to High Camp 5,640 m – 04 hrs.
Day 14: Ascent of Lobuche East Peak – 08 hrs.
Day 15: Trek to Pangboche 3,900 m – 06 hrs.
Day 16: Trek to Namche bazaar – 3,570 m – 05 hrs.
Day 17: Trek to Lukla – 04 hrs.
Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to respective hotels.
Day 19: In Kathmandu free and spare day for individual activities.
Day 20: International departure for homeward bound.
Trip Details Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu then transfer to respective Hotels
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 30 Minutes drive to hotel
- Max. Altitude :1345m.
On reaching Kathmandu via respective airlines well received by company guides and staff for a short drive in the hub of Kathmandu city where your hotels located.After checking into your lovely rooms getting refreshed join in at the hotel lobby for a group briefing regarding treks and climb with other useful information to make your stay in Nepal enjoyable and pleasant. The evening includes a group welcome dinner in nice Nepalese restaurants with cultural programs as entertainment with the dinner.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Dinner
Day 02: Kathmandu trek, and climb preparations.
- Distance : Explore Day
- Duration : Explore Day
- Max. Altitude :1345m.
The morning after hearty breakfast, as per the given time our city and tour guide will lead you to the heart of Kathmandu city, for an exciting historical and heritage tour of old Durbar (royal palace and courtyard) square of historical importance includes the Temple of Kumari (Living young virgin Goddess) Kastamandap Temple where Kathmandu name derived from, a temple built with the wood of a single tree, tour of the old palace during the reign of Malla and late Shah kings. Tour leads to the famous landmark of Nepal at Swayambhunath Stupa of more than 2,500 years old a Buddhist Chaitya or Stupa with all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha, afternoon back to the hotel, after an interesting tour rest of the day free at leisure and preparation for Lobuche East Peak Climb and Trek.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include:
Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2,830 m & trek to Phakding
- Distance : 377 km
- Duration : 30 Min fly then walking 4 to 5 hours
- Max. Altitude : 2,830 m
Starting early morning transfer to domestic airport for the short and scenic flight to Lukla, taking a smaller aircraft (Twin Otter or Dornier) during 30 minutes on air with an amazing panorama of Himalayan series of peaks with Mt. Everest, as the plane lands on its unique uphill runways reaching at Tenzing & Hillary airport in Lukla. From here a slow start with few hours of walks downhill past many Sherpa farm villages with well-tended crops and vegetable fields and terraces with occasional views of snow-capped peaks of Kwangde and Kusum Kanguru, and then reaching our first overnight stop of the trek at Phakding in the comfort of a nice and cozy lodge located by the raging Dudh Kosi River.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Distance : 11 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :3,440 m
Today with the long uphill walk to reach at famous Namche Bazaar, starting with the gradual walk following Dudh Kosi River upstream crossing few bridges to reach Sagarmatha National Park entrance near Monjo village. Sagarmatha for Everest in Nepalese, while Sherpa calls Chomolungma (of Tibetan origin) in both languages, means ‘Great Mother’, from here a pleasant walk on river bed then climb for few hours into the forested trail with views of snow-capped peaks, as this scenic walk reaches you at exciting Namche Bazaar.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and local excursion.
- Distance : Rest Day
- Duration : Explore Day
- Max. Altitude :3440m
A rest day at Namche Bazaar for necessary acclimatization, before heading higher area an ideal spot for the free day at this height above 3,440 m high.in Namche spend the day with the scenic hike to viewpoints on top Namche facing Mt. Everest-Amadablam and other range of peaks, afternoon explore the streets and shops, Namche holds a colorful and busy Saturday Market once a week.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Thyangboche Monastery
- Distance : 14 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude : 3,867 m
From Namche walk leads on getting a dual scenic path with downhill to Imjatse River at Phunge-Tenga for lunch, afternoon uphill climb into rhododendron, pines, fir forest with grand views of snowcapped peaks. After few hours of climb reaching Thyangboche Monastery, enjoy marvelous views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Kangtenga, Thamasarku, Kwande with magnificent Amadablam, the afternoon with time to visit its interesting monastery and observe monks and priest on prayer.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche
- Distance : 11
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :4,260 m
Morning head downhill after catching striking views of Everest, Amadablam with other range of peaks, as walk leads into green forested areas on the downhill walk after crossing a bridge where three lines fade to exposed and dry, barren terrain with spectacular views of Amadablam as our route reaches Pangboche village. This is the last permanent village before Dingboche and beyond, and then to Somara for lunch and continue to walk to Dingboche village for the overnight stop, located within scenic Imjatse valley with excellent views of Amadablam and Island Peak.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 08: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization and excursion.
- Distance : Rest Day
- Duration : Explore day
- Max. Altitude :4,260 m
A rest day for proper acclimatization here a short hike up to Nakarjung hills for better views of surrounding peaks with Mt. Makalu towards east adjoining. Optional walk to Chukung at 4,760 m high, a small settlement within Imjatse valley offers incredible views of Island Peak, Lhotse Shar, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Amadablam.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche
- Distance : 8 km
- Duration : 5 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :4,930 m
After a pleasant rest at Dingboche, the morning walk leads to a short climb facing excellent views, and then walk on grass dual scenic trail to Thugla for lunch, this is where the massive Khumbu glacier melts into a raging river. From here trail Pheriche and Dingboche trail join towards Everest Base Camp, after a break a steep climb for an hour to Thugla pass, witness stone memorials of unfortunate climbers who died climbing on Mt. Everest, Lhotse or other high mountains. From here a nice walk to Lobuche for another overnight stop.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp 5364 m and return to Gorakshep 5,180 m - 06 hrs.
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :5364 m
Today our adventure takes you to Everest Base Camp our main goal and highlight of the trip walking for few hours with the short steep climb in between glacier and moraine, then reaching at Gorakshep, beneath the lofty peak of Pumori and Kalapathar rocky hill. The walk continues towards Everest base camp, at base camp enjoy views of massive Khumbu Ice Fall and glaciers, after an exciting time with the experience of a lifetime retrace the journey back to Gorakshep for the overnight stop.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Hike to Kalapathar 5,545 m trek to Lobuche Peak base camp
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 6 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :5,545 m
Morning steep climb leads you on top Kalapathar for the fabulous panorama of giant peaks including Mt. Everest at a close distance, the highest point on a trek at above 5,545 m / 18,192 ft. After a great scenic time downhill walk to Gorakshep and continue trek to reach to Lobuche and onward to Lobuche East Peak base camp for the ascent with the last night in tents with camping facilities of kitchen unit and cooks.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: At Base Camp preparation for the climb.
- Distance : Explore day
- Duration : Explore day
- Max. Altitude : 4,865 m
Today busy sorting out climbing gear required for the climb with time for practice and preparation rest of the afternoon rest for the tough climb on top Lobuche East Peak, this extra day helps you with acclimatization, taking short walks around.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 13: Climb to High Camp 5,640 m - 04 hrs.
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 4 to 5 hours
- Max. Altitude :5,640 m
Starting with a steep climb to establish high camp, our route leads for nearly few hours to reach the High or Advance Camp for the climb, as the walk leads over rocky moraine faint path to reach High Camp, an afternoon with free for final preparation for the climb, while our guide will scout the area for most straightforward and easy accessible climbing route and fixing ropes where necessary for next day climb to the summit.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 14: Climb to the summit of Lobuche Peak 6,119 m and descend - 08 hrs.
- Distance : 9 km
- Duration : 7 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude :6,119 m
A tough mountain to tackle as the climb leads to a steep haul; our expert guides will fix ropes where necessary on some tough technical section to reach the eastern summit of Lobuche peak, after a final push reaching top 6,119 m / 20,192 ft high offers mind-blowing views and the panorama of mountains around Khumbu valley, certainly makes you feel on a top high spirit. Catch the views of Mt. Everest 8,848 m, Lhotse 8,501 m, Mt. Amadablam 6,856 m, Mt. Makalu 8, 463 m, Chamlang, and Baruntse peaks in the far distance, after an adventure of a lifetime experience and then descend on the same route to base camp.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 15: Trek to Pangboche
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :3,900 m
After a mighty adventure and successful ascent on top Lobuche East peak, return journey to Lukla where morning walk leads to short uphill’s over dry moraine, then reaching Pheriche valley and its nice settlement for rest and then continue to walk to our overnight stop at Pangboche in the comfort of the ice lodge with great views.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16: Trek to Namche Bazzer
- Distance : 14 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude : 3,570 m
An easy walk back to Lukla on losing much elevation as walk leads to Pangboche and then an hour climb into forest reaching on top at Thyangboche Monastery, from here on the downhill to cross over Imjatse River with an hour climb past Lobesa and Shanasa to reach quiet small settlement at Kyanjima for an overnight stop with complete views of Everest and Amadablam with other adjoining peaks.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 17 : Trek to Lukla
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :3440m
Last day of the trekking and an interesting walk following the Dudh Kosi River for some time as our route leads past Phakding and Ghat villages with the last climb to reach Lukla, on this last day trek of the adventure. On reaching Lukla check into the ice lodge with an evening last dinner in the mountain with guides, porters, and other staff.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 18 : Fly back to Kathmandu 1,345 m and transfer to your hotels.
- Distance : 377 km
- Duration : 30 Min then walking 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :2860m.
After a wonderful experience around high mountains and hills, transfer to Lukla airport for a scenic flight back to Kathmandu, on reaching at Kathmandu after an awesome scenic short flight with great experience and adventure on Lobuche East Peak Climb with Everest Base Camp trekking, and then transfer to your hotels with afternoon free at leisure for last day shopping souvenirs and handicrafts.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast
19 Day : In Kathmandu free day for individual activities and rest.
- Distance : Rest Day
- Duration : Rest Day
- Max. Altitude :1345m
We have reserved an extra day in Kathmandu in case of flight delay and cancellation at Lukla which might happen sometimes due to unfavorable bad weather conditions, if all goes well as per our Well Plan enjoy this free day with individual activities and shopping or relax with wonderful memories and experience of the climb on Lobuche Peak.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner
Day 20: International Departure for Homeward bound.
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 30 Min drive
- Max. Altitude :
Last day in Nepal in the country of high Himalayan mountains with fascinating culture, after a memorable experience and adventure on Lobuche East Peak climb, as per your international flight time our staff transfers you to the airport for the flight homeward bound or to your next port of call and respective countries
- Accommodation:
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Equipment’s
EQUIPMENT
Recommended equipment list
This list is a guide to help you pack for your trip. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list; rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel necessary for your comfort and convenience .we also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.
Head
• The warm hat that covers your ears
• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Headlamp with extra batteries
Upper body
• T-shirts
• Fleece jacket or sweater
• Fleece wind –stopper jacket
• Waterproof shell jacket
• Down vest and /or jacket (optional)Hands
• Lightweight gloves (water /windproof)
• Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower body
• Underwear
• Hiking trousers
• Fleece or woolen trousers
• Lightweight thermal bottoms
• Lightweight cotton pants
• Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric )shell pants Feet
• Thin lightweight inner socks
• Heavy poly or wool socks
• Hiking boots with spare laces
• Camp shoes (sneakers and sandals)
Sleeping
• Sleeping bag (good to -10 degrees C de 14 degrees F)
• Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)
Toiletries
• Toothbrush /paste
• Multi-purpose soap
• Nail clippers
• Deodorants
• Medium-sized quick-drying towel
• Face and body moisturizer
• Small mirror
• Female hygiene products
Personal hygiene
• Wet wipes (baby wipes)
• Tissue/toilet roll
• Antibacterial hand wash
Medical
• Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
• A cough and /or cold medicine
• Anti –altitude sickness pills; Diamox or acetazolamide
• Stomach antibiotic
Extras /luxuries
• Reading book
• Trail map /guidebook
• Journal and pen
• Travel game(chess, backgammon, playing cards etc)
• Modest swimsuit
• Binoculars
• Camera
PERSONAL CLIMBING GEAR FOR TREKKING PEAKS
Plastic Boot a pair
Crampons a pair
Ice Axe one
Harness one
Carabineer or Karabiner two each
Snow Gaiters a pair
Snow / Sun Glass one each
Warm Gloves a pair
Wind Proof Jacket & Trouser. a set each
Down Jacket one each
Down sleeping bags one each with inner linear
Main Ropes 200m ( 50m per person) as per the peak is chosen
Snow Bar 2 / 4 pieces depending upon group size.
Ski Pole (optional) one each
Following items can be bought or hired in Kathmandu.
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