Overview
The Lobuche Peak Climbing trip is a challenging 17-day mountaineering adventure combining the iconic Everest Base Camp trek with a summit attempt on Lobuche East (6,119 m). Trace the classic Khumbu route through Lukla, Namche, Dingboche and Gorakshep before heading to high camp and summiting. Technical gear and proper acclimatization are required. Best seasons: spring and autumn.
Outline Itinerary
Meet at Tribhuvan International Airport, transfer to hotel in Thamel. Evening briefing and gear check, followed by welcome dinner.
Scenic mountain flight to Lukla (2,860 m), then trek 3–4 hrs to Phakding (2,610 m) via suspension bridges and riverside villages. Overnight in teahouse.
Trek 6–7 hrs through Sagarmatha National Park, crossing suspension bridges and steep climbs to reach Namche Bazaar (3,440 m).
Rest day with optional hike to Everest View Hotel or nearby Sherpa villages and monastery to aid acclimatization.
Day 5: Trek 5–6 hrs to Tengboche (3,870 m), visit historic monastery.
Day 6: Trek 5–6 hrs to Dingboche (4,360 m), passing through Imja Khola valley.
Rest day with optional hike (~5–6 hrs) to Nagarjun Hill (5,100 m) to boost acclimatization :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
Trek ~4–5 hrs to Lobuche base (4,950 m), scenic route past moraines and glaciers.
Day 9: Trek to Gorakshep and onward to Everest Base Camp, return to Gorakshep.
Day 10: Pre-dawn climb to Kala Patthar (5,550 m), then trek back to Lobuche :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
Short trek (~4 hrs) from Lobuche to High Camp at ~5,300 m preparing for summit :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
Pre-dawn climb via snow ridge and fixed ropes to summit (6,119 m), return to High Camp later the same day :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
Trek down from High Camp to Pangboche (~7–8 hrs), descending ~1,300 m.
Day 14: Pangboche to Namche (~6–7 hrs).
Day 15: Namche to Phakding to Lukla (~7–8 hrs).
Day 16: Rest afternoon in Lukla.
Morning flight to Kathmandu, transfer to hotel or airport for onward flight.
Cost Includes
- ✅ Domestic flights (Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu)
- ✅ Teahouse & tent accommodation, meals on trek
- ✅ Technical gear, ropes, fixed-line support
- ✅ Licensed Sherpa guide, cook, and porters
- ✅ Permits: NMA peak, Sagarmatha NP, rural municipality
- ✅ Pre-trip briefing, gear checks, and acclimatization planning
Cost Excludes
- ❌ International flights and Nepal visa
- ❌ Travel / rescue insurance (must cover heli evacuation)
- ❌ Personal expenses, tips, drinks, hot showers
- ❌ Extra buffer days for delays (e.g. Lukla)
- ❌ Climbing summit bonus and equipment rental
