Mt Lobuche peak consists of two different summits, East and West with heights of 6,119 m and 6,145 m respectively. A continuous ridge connects them but there is still a sharp gap and a considerable distance between them. The East Peak is recognized as a trekking peak, whereas the West is known as an Expedition Peak. Lobuche being an attractive mountain offers various existing routes and also a potential for new ones. The dark triangle of its rocky East face rises over the moraines of the Khumbu Glacier to a spectacular skyline, forming the south ridge.
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Everest BC Trek + Lobuche Peak (6119m.) Expedition
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu [1345m/4411ft] and transfer to Hotel.
Our Himalayan Windhorse representatives will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to the hotel. You can stroll around the streets of Kathmandu in the evening. The beautiful ancient palaces and durbar squares of the city will enchant you. You will stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Sightseeing Kathmandu and Preparation for Trekking & Climbing
After breakfast, we will go on a sightseeing tour of the Kathmandu valley with a professional guide. Kathmandu valley is an ancient valley with incredible cultural and historical importance. The sightseeing tour of the city starts with the Hindu pilgrimage site of Pashupatinath Temple. The famous temple of Lord Shiva is one of the sacred sites for Hindus.
You will then travel to the Swayambhunath temple situated atop a hill. The famous Buddhist heritage site is also known as “Monkey Temple” as you can find hordes of monkeys around the temple. You will also travel to Boudhanath Stupa, which is one of the largest stupas in Asia. The tour then takes you to the famous Kathmandu Durbar Square which is an ancient palace square in the city.
Moreover, you can visit the famous “Kumari Ghar” which is home to the living goddess “Kumari”. The tour also takes you to other durbar squares including “Patan Durbar Square”, and “Bhaktapur Durbar Square” if time permits. In the evening you can stroll around the streets of Thamel. You will return to the hotel in the evening and stay overnight.
Day 3: Fly to Lukla from Kathmandu & Trek towards Phakding
Early in the morning, we will take a thrilling flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lukla. The small airstrip in Lukla is one of the most dangerous airports in the world. After arriving at the Lukla airport, we will start our trekking journey from Chaurikharka village and descend towards Dudh Koshi Ghat. We will walk along the trail alongside the Dudh Koshi river that eventually leads us to Phakding. We will stay overnight at a teahouse in Phakding.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar from Phakding
After having breakfast, we will start our trek alongside the Dudh Koshi River. We will cross the pristine river through various suspension bridges along the trail. The beautiful Hillary Suspension bridge is one of the most famous bridges in the region. The trail then passes through the alpine forests and the settlements of Chumoa, Benkar, and Monja.
We pass through the beautiful landscapes of Sagarmatha National Park where we have to show the permits. The trail then descends to the Dudh Koshi river leading to the settlement of Jorsale. After trekking through the steep trails we finally arrive at Namche, from where we can observe the first glimpse of Mt. Everest. We stay overnight at a teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
Day 5: Rest and Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Acclimatization is an essential part of any trekking and climbing journey. It is essential for tackling altitude sickness among trekkers. You will have enough time to adapt to the high altitude environment. However, acclimatization doesn’t mean we stay idle and we explore around the region even on an acclimatization day. There are many acclimatization points around Namche Bazaar.
The two-hour uphill hike to Everest View Hotel provides incredible views of the snow-capped mountains. We can also take a short hike to the beautiful Khumjung village along Syangboche airstrip. We have our lunch and descend back to Namche for further exploration of the vibrant town. There are many cafes, restaurants, hotels, and even bars in the commercial hub of the region. We stay overnight at a teahouse in Namche.
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche from Namche Bazaar
After having an early breakfast, we start our trek from Namche to Tengboche. The trail provides us with outstanding views of the snow-capped mountains. We take a short descent and then pass through the ridge and mountain path. We can observe the panoramic views of the beautiful mountains including Tharmasekhu, Kusum Kangrib, Kantega.
We will arrive at Phunki Tenga after a trek through the zig-zag trails. After trekking uphill for a few hours, we arrive at the settlement of Tengboche where we can observe the beautiful Tengboche monastery. We stay overnight at a teahouse in Tengboche.
Day 7: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
We will start our trek descending through some pine and rhododendron forests to arrive at Imja Khola. The trails then cross the suspension bridge. We will then pass through the Mani stone wall to arrive at Pangboche village, which is the largest Sherpas settlement of the region. After continuing our trek through the pasture lands, we will arrive at Dingboche, where we stay overnight at a teahouse.
Day 8: Trek to Lobuche from Dingboche
After having early morning breakfast, we will start our trek to Lobuche from Dingboche. The trail then passes through the surrounding valley of Imja and Chhukung. You can observe the beautiful mountain views of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. After a trek of a few hours, we will arrive at the settlement of Lobuche. We will stay overnight at a teahouse in Lobuche.
Day 9: Trek to Gorakshep from Lobuche and return to Gorak Shep
After an early morning breakfast, we will start our trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep. The trail is easy and comfortable to Gorak Shep but the trail from Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp is tough for trekkers. There are rocky dunes and glacial debris along trails.
Since we will arrive at maximum altitude, we can experience the thin air which can lead to altitude sickness among trekkers. Trekkers can also witness Khumbu Glacier and icefall along the way. Everest Base Camp is an incredible site with a vibrant atmosphere and tents all over. You can click some well-deserved photographs before making your way back to Gorak Shep. You will stay overnight at the teahouse in Gorak Shep.
Day 10: Trek to KalaPatthar from Gorakshep and then return to Lobuche
After breakfast, we will start our trek from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar at 5,545 meters. We can observe the majestic views of the snow-capped mountains including Mt. Everest (8848 meters), Mt. Makalu (8481 meters), Mt. Lhotse (8516 meters), Mt. Cho Oyu (8201 meters) and others.
After spending some quality time clicking pictures and exploring around the area, we descend from Kala Patthar to Gorakshep. At Gorakshep, we will have our lunch, and follow the same trail that we took earlier to head back to Lobuche. We stay overnight at a teahouse in Lobuche.
Day 11: Trek to Lobuche Peak Base Camp from Lobuche
We will start our trek to Lobuche Peak Base Camp from Lobuche early in the morning after having breakfast. The trails pass through rocky and rugged terrains and these harsh and challenging trails will test you completely.
We then cross the famous Lobuche glacier from where we can observe the breathtaking views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Thamserku, Kantega, and other mountains. After trekking for around 5 to 6 hours, we will arrive at Lobuche Base Camp. We will spend the night at a tented camp in the Lobuche Base Camp.
Day 12: Rest Day (Free Day incase of Bad Weather)
If the weather is good we will continue our Journey to High camp, but if weather is not good we will rest at Lobuche peak base camp.
Day 13: Trek from Lobuche Base Camp to High Camp [5400m/17712ft]
After having an early morning breakfast, we will leave the base camp and follow a narrow, snow-covered and icy trail. We then use ropes and crampons during our trek today. As the trail can get quite taxing, you should rest well and restore energy.
We will arrive at a good campsite at 5400 meters, and Windhorse Sherpa crew will set up the camp. They will also check your climbing gears and health conditions before climbing the summit of Lobuche Peak. We will spend the night at a tented camp in High Camp.
Day 14: Lobuche Peak Expedition and return to Base Camp
The day of climbing the summit of Lobuche East peak is upon us. We start the climb at around 2 am so that we arrive at the peak by noon. There are strong winds that make the climb challenging in the afternoon. The path is rocky initially for about 5600m. We cross the ice-covered surface using ropes and crampons.
Moreover, the panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Cholatse, and others from the summit will enchant you. After spending some quality time and taking incredible pictures, we descend back to base camp. We will spend the night at a tented camp in the base camp.
Day 15: Trek from Lobuche Base Camp ; Back to Pangboche
We will start our trek back from our destination from Lobuche Base Camp. We pass through the trail that coincides with the Everest Base Camp. After having lunch at Lobuche, we pass through the settlement of Pheriche that finally leads us to Pangboche.
We then pass through the subalpine forests of rhododendron and juniper trees in the region to arrive at Pangboche. We spend the night at a teahouse in Pangboche.
Day 16: Trek to Namche Bazaar from Pangboche
After having an early breakfast, we will start our trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar. The trails pass through alpine forests of rhododendron and juniper trees. We cross the famous Dudh Koshi river descending through rich pine forests following the Dudh Koshi gorge.
We continue along a steep wooded slope that winds through several bends. We will arrive at Namche after a trek of 5-6 hours. We will spend the night at a lodge in Namche.
Day 17: Trek to Lukla from Namche Bazaar
After exploring around the scenic town, we will start our last day of trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla. The trail takes us gradually through the steep, rugged terrains as we cross many suspension bridges.
The trail gets more stable and flat and we cross the Hillary suspension bridge after arriving in Lukla. You can explore around as it is your last night in the Himalayas. We will stay overnight at a lodge in Lukla.
Day 18: Return flight to Kathmandu from Lukla
You will be flying from Lukla to Kathmandu early morning. You can enjoy the scenic aerial views of the mountains for one last time. In the evening, you can go last-minute shopping and enjoy a dinner on the successful completion of the tour.
Cost Includes
- ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE : Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle.
- HOTEL ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU : 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu (4-star category) - single room on bed and breakfast plan.
- WELCOME DINNER : One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office’s Staff.
- CARGO CLEARANCE : Assistance for cargo clearance in Nepal’s Customs, clearance cost is subject to a charge.
- PERMITS : Expedition Royalty and a permit fee of Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) to climb Lobuche Peak, Sagarmatha National Park, and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and fee.
- GARBAGE MANAGEMENT : Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit fees.
- INSURANCE : Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.
- INSURANCE : Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.
- DUFFLE BAG : A duffle bag of Himalayan Windhorse Adventure
- MEMBER TRANSPORTATION : (Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – Lukla and while returning Lukla - Kathmandu, as per itinerary.
- EXPEDITION STUFFS TRANSPORTATION : All necessary expedition equipment transportation for all Members and Staff from Kathmandu to Lukla (by air cargo) and Base camp (by Porters / Yak) – While returning: Base camp to Lukla (by porters / Yak) and Lukla to Kathmandu (by air cargo).
- MEMBER LUGGAGE : Up to 25 Kg per member as personal baggage during the trek to be carried by porters.
- FOOD AND LODGING : 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/Tent during the trek and at the Basecamp.
- DRINKING : Per day 2 Liters of boiled water per member to carry on the thermos.
- PORTER : Porters per member up to the Base camp and from the Basecamp (both ways).
- HIGH ALTITUDE CLIMBING SHERPA : 1 veteran and government-licensed climbing Sherpa per member (1 Member: 1 Sherpa), during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back.
- ASSISTANCE : Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps.
- CLIMBING SHERPA SALARY & ALLOWANCE : Climbing Sherpa’s Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.
- OXYGEN BOTTLE (O2) : Oxygen bottles will be in stock at base camp in case of an emergency (with an appropriate charge).
- OXYGEN MASK & REGULATOR : 1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
- HIGH CAMP SERVICE (INFRASTRUCTURE AND LOGISTICS) : High Altitude Tent, Lights, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for a member, Sherpa, and other crews. Group climbing gears, fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
- HIGH ALTITUDE TENT : Members will share tents in high camps (2 members: 1 tent).
- WEATHER FORECAST : Weather forecast report during the entire expedition.
- GUIDE : Local government licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek and sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.
- VALLEY SIGHTSEEING : Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley [Swoyambu (Monkey temple) and Kathmandu Durbar Square] by a professional guide.
- MEDICAL KIT : Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff.
- CERTIFICATE : Lobuche Peak climbing certificate issued by NMA (after climbing Lobuche peak successfully).
Cost Excludes
- AIR FARE : International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
- NEPAL ENTRY VISA FEE : Nepalese Visa fee is $50 USD for 30 Days.
- LUNCH & DINNER : Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
- EXTRA NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU : Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition, domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- INSURANCE POLICY : Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory
- PERSONAL EXPENSES : Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp).
- PERSONAL CLIMBING EQUIPMENT : Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear.
- TOILETRIES : Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.
- FILMING : Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
- INTERNET SERVICE : Not included during the trek and the expedition.
- SUMMIT BONUS : Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa - Minimum 300 USD.
- TIPS : Calculate some tips for the high camp and other staff– Minimum 100 USD.
- EXTRA : Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and other items not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.
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