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Lobuche Peak Climbing | Summit 6,119m in the Everest Region
Overview
Lobuche Peak (East Summit: 6,119m) is a technical climbing peak in the Everest region, offering a challenging yet rewarding ascent. This itinerary includes trekking to Everest Base Camp, crossing the Kongma La Pass (5,535m), and summiting Lobuche’s iconic ridge with expert guidance.
🔑 Highlights
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Summit Lobuche East (6,119m), one of Nepal’s most popular trekking peaks
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Stunning views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, and Ama Dablam from the summit
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Excellent pre-expedition peak for future 7,000m–8,000m climbs
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Combine with the Everest Base Camp Trek and Kala Patthar for ideal acclimatization
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Technical and rewarding climb suitable for fit trekkers with basic mountaineering skills
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Professional climbing support with a certified Sherpa climbing guide
🧗 Technical Climbing Info
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Climbing Grade: Alpine PD+ (steep ice/snow, fixed ropes, crevasse navigation)
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Summit Push: Typically begins at 2:00 AM, 8–10 hrs round-trip
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Equipment Needed: Ice axe, harness, crampons, helmet, jumar, mountaineering boots (gear provided upon request)
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Fitness Level: High – good endurance and previous high-altitude trekking recommended
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Support: 1:2 Climber-to-Guide ratio, high-altitude porter support, emergency backup
FAQs
Q: Is prior climbing experience required?
A: Yes! Basic ice/rock climbing skills and glacier navigation are essential.
Q: How technical is Lobuche Peak?
A: The Southeast Ridge involves 40-50° snow slopes and fixed-rope sections.
Q: What gear is provided?
A: We provide ropes, ice axes, and harnesses. Bring mountaineering boots and a -20°C sleeping bag.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)
- Activities: Airport pickup, hotel check-in, gear check, Peak preparation, and welcome dinner.
Day 2: Kathmandu Cultural Tour
- Activities: Visit UNESCO sites (Pashupatinath, Boudhanath); trek briefing.
- Key Sights: Sacred Hindu and Buddhist landmarks.
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2,860m); Trek to Phakding (2,610m)
- Activities: 35-minute scenic flight; 3-hour trek through Dudh Koshi Valley.
- Key Sights: Prayer wheels, Sherpa villages.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
- Distance: 12 km (6-7 hours)
- Activities: Cross Hillary Suspension Bridge; enter Sagarmatha National Park.
- Elevation Gain: +830m
Day 5: Acclimatization in Namche
- Activities: Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m); explore Sherpa markets.
- Key Sights: Panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3,870m)
- Distance: 10 km (5-6 hours)
- Activities: Visit Tengboche Monastery; view of Kwangde and Thamserku.
- Alt-Text: “Tengboche Monastery with Ama Dablam backdrop”
Day 7: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)
- Distance: 12 km (5-6 hours)
- Activities: Traverse Imja Valley; enter high-altitude terrain.
- Elevation Gain: +540m
Day 8: Acclimatization in Dingboche
- Activities: Hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m); views of Makalu and Island Peak.
Day 9: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m)
- Distance: 8 km (5-6 hours)
- Activities: Ascend moraines; visit memorials of Everest climbers.
Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,164m); Hike Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
- Distance: 14 km (7-8 hours)
- Activities: Explore Khumbu Icefall; overnight in Gorak Shep.
Day 11: Hike Kala Patthar (5,545m); Return to Lobuche
- Activities: Sunrise views of Everest; descend to Lobuche.
Day 12: Cross Kongma La Pass (5,535m) to Chhukung (4,730m)
- Distance: 12 km (7-8 hours)
- Activities: Challenging pass crossing; panoramic Himalayan vistas.
Day 13: Trek to Lobuche Base Camp (4,950m)
- Distance: 6 km (3-4 hours)
- Activities: Ascend to base camp; gear preparation and briefing.
Day 14: Glacier Training Day
- Activities: Practice ice axe, crampon, and rope techniques on nearby glaciers.
Day 15: Trek to High Camp (5,400m)
- Distance: 3 km (2-3 hours)
- Activities: Steep climb to High Camp; rest for summit push.
Day 16: Summit Lobuche Peak (6,119m); Return to Base Camp
- Activities: Pre-dawn ascent via the Southeast Ridge; technical rock/snow sections.
- Key Sights: Views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Pumori.
Day 17: Contingency Day
- Buffer: An Extra day for weather delays or additional acclimatization.
Day 18: Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m)
- Distance: 12 km (5-6 hours)
- Activities: Descend through Imja Valley; explore Pangboche Gompa.
Day 19: Pangboche to Lukla; Fly to Kathmandu
- Activities: Trek to Lukla; fly to Kathmandu; farewell dinner.
What's included
- Three-night accommodation in Kathmandu
- All Ground private comfortable transportation.
- Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu by flight (25 min)
- Accommodation in Standard Hotels on a twin-sharing basis during the trek and climb
- Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners during the trek and climb
- Government-licensed, experienced climbing guide, assistant trekking guide (for a group of 10 or more trekkers), and porters to help trekkers' luggage (1 porter for 2 trekkers, combined porter weight limit -18kg.)
- First Aids Kit.
- Duffel Bags for porters to carry your main luggage
- Guides' and porters' expenses - meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, and other necessary equipment.
- Lobuche Peak Climbing Permit, Sagarmatha National Park, and Local Entry Permit fee
- Climbing gear (ropes, ice axes, crampons, harnesses)
- All government, local taxes, and official expenses.
- Rescue operations arrangement in case of complicated health conditions (funded by your travel insurance).
- Farewell dinner at the end of the trek in Kathmandu.
What's not included
- All accommodation and meals in Kathmandu, before and after the journey
- Extra night accommodations and meals in Kathmandu due to early arrival, late departure, or early return from the trek.
- Personal expenses - shopping, snacks, hot (tea, coffee) and cold drinks, bar bills, bottle or boiled water, shower, Wi-Fi, laundry, telephone call, battery recharge costs, extra porters, etc.
- Personal clothing and gear
- Travel insurance that has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation compulsory
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