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Lobuche peak is another popular peak situated at the south-western side of upper Khumbu valley in the Everest region with its two distinct peaks i.e. Lobuche east (6119 m/ 20,075 ft) and Lobuche west (6145 m/ 20161 ft). Lobuche comes in the list of the quite challenging peak in comparison to other peaks like Island peak and Mera Peak. Nevertheless, the mesmerizing panoramic view of massif high Himalaya from the summit of this peak proves worth undertaking. An interesting feature of Lobuche Peak climb it allows you to stand at an elevation of 6,119 m (20,075 ft) and trekking to the most admired destination, Everest Base camp as well. History about Lobuche Peak the first recorded ascent of Lobuche East was made by Laurence Nielson and Sherpa Ang Gyalzen on April 25, 1984. Since then, it has established its own unique reputation in the field of trekking peak climbing.
This incredible peak climbing starts with a short scenic flight to Lukla from where the trek follow the main Everest Base Camp route up to Lobuche and then to Lobuche base camp, setting up base camp at 4,950 m near a lake in a rocky hollow at the base of the glaciated South-West Face, using the south ridge to climb the summit it is the easiest route and most popular route to the summit. After a successful attempt to the top of Lobuche Peak retrace via the same route to Lukla and then a short scenic flight to Kathmandu after a most amazing time in the high staggering world’s top mountains with Sherpa Mountaineering Expeditions.
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Brief Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: In Kathmandu with sightseeing tour.
Day 03: In Kathmandu preparation for the adventure to Khumbu area.
Day 04: Fly to Lukla 2,800 m & trek to Phakding 2,640 m 03 hrs.
Day 05: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m 05 hrs.
Day 06: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and local excursion.
Day 07: Trek to Thyangboche 3,867 m 05hrs.
Day 08: Trek to Dingboche 4,260 m 05hrs.
Day 09: Rest at Dingboche for acclimatization and excursion:
Day 10: Trek to Lobuje 4,930 m 05 hrs.
Day 11: Trek to Gorakshep 5,170 m / 16,961ft and to Everest Base Camp
5,364m / 17,594ft) and return to Gorakshep 08 hrs.
Day 12: Hike to Kala Pathhar and trek to Lobuje Base Camp 4,865m /
15,957 ft 05 hrs.
Day 13: Climb to Lobuje High Camp 5,600 m / 18,368 ft 04 hrs.
Day 14: Climb the summit 6,119 m / 20,070 ft and return to base camp 08 hrs.
Day 15: Reserve day in case of unfavorable bad weather condition.
Day 16: Trek to Pheriche 4,730m / 15,518 ft 05 hrs.
Day 17: Trek to Namche Bazaar 07 hrs.
Day 18: Trek to Lukla 06 hrs.
Day 19: Fly to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel.
Day 20: In Kathmandu free day at leisure.
Day 21: Final international departure for homeward bound.
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Detail itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
On arrival in Kathmandu, you are warmly greeted by our Sherpa Mountaineering Expeditions staff at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). SME representatives will assist then transfer to respective hotels.
Day 02-03: In Kathmandu sightseeing tour & preparation for the trek /climb.
In Kathmandu sightseeing program includes visit of world heritage sites the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the world biggest Stupa; Boudhhanath, known as little Tibet, Swoyambhunath Stupa (monkey temple) located on a hillside one of the oldest religious spot of more than 2,500 years old and historical Kathmandu Durbar Square with unique architectural temple, and the virgin Kumari known as Living Goddess in Basantapur at central Kathmandu. Kathmandu is not only naturally beautiful but it also holds the beauty of incredible Newar people culture with ancient architecture.
Day 04: Fly to Lukla (2,886m), & trek to Phakding (2640m.), 3 hr
Moring a super scenic flight of near 35 minutes brings you at Lukla. Lukla airport is also known as Tenzing –Hillary Airport and Luka are assessable either by air or by trek from the old classic route by Jiri or from Arun Valley, from Lukla start our trek to Phakding for the overnight stop.
Day 05: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m. 06 hrs.
On this day we walk up to the bank of the Dudh Koshi River and cross the suspension bridge. A few hours of trek will take us to the entrance gate to visit National Park, Monjo. We further walk for a few hours to reach Namche. Namche is a prosperous trading town and the capital of the Khumbu Region with many Nepalese officials, ATMs, Internet cafes, shops, restaurants, a police check, post, and a bank, a bakery and a colorful market each Friday evening and Saturday. You can buy your essential climbing equipment and other stuff here in Namche if needed, overnight at Namche Bazaar.
Day 06: Rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and excursion
Namche is the perfect place for acclimatization. Spending an extra day in Namche helps to acclimatize our body at higher altitudes and avoid the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Namche is also a mesmerizing market hub where one can explore its vicinity and make further plans for the trip.
Day 07: Trek to Tyangboche 3,867 m 5hrs.
Trek along a gradual trail through conifer and rhododendron forests, somewhat exposed trail with the best views of Ama Dablam. The walk further offers striking views of Mt.Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku and Kwangde peak. The trail climbs uphill passing through the forests to reach Tyangboche. This area is known as the holy land as the head lama (Rinpoche) of the monastery resides here. This is the place, where climbers take blessing from the high lama in order to have the best and safe expedition.
Day 08: Trek to Dingboche 4,260m 05 hrs.
After breakfast following the trail that drops to Debuche and crossing suspension bridge on the Imja Khola. Then a gentle climb to reach Pangboche a Sherpa village with several houses made of stones with an old monastery. The trail leads slowly leaving the tree lines behind through exposed landscapes with fantastic views of Mt. Ama Dbalm at close range then reaching at Dingboche for the overnight stop.
Day 09: Rest at Dingboche for acclimatization and excursion.
Another rest day allows you to acclimatize in this high altitude, with time to explore the surrounding area…
Day 10: Trek to Lobuche 4,930 m. 05 hrs.
Leaving Dingboche, follow the trail uphill for an hour then a gradual walk all the way to Thugla ( Dugla) with fantastic views of Taboche, Cholatse, Lobuche, Pumori, Ama Dablam and as far to Mt. Makalu towards east and tips of Mt. Cho Oyu in the west, the climb up to the terminal debris of Khumbu Glacier, and continues till Lobuche for overnight stop.
Day 11: Trek to Gorakshep 5,170 m / 16,961 ft and to Everest Base Camp
5, 364 m / 17,594 ft and return back to Gorakshep. 07hrs.
The trail today is quite challenging but offers mesmerizing views of Mt. Everest the highest point on this planet at 8,848 meters / 29,028 ft. On reaching at Gorakshep following the moraine and ice path, Gorakshep with 04 lodges the last lodge before Everest Base Camp after the break here continue to Everest Base Camp walking along moraine below the Khumbu Icefall to reach Everest Base Camp. After spending some time in base camp, return back to Gorakshep for the overnight stop.
Day 12: Hike to Kalapatthar 5,545 m /18,192 ft return to Lobuche peak BC.
Early morning start climb to Kalapatthar for the stunning view of Mt. Everest and its surrounding peaks. Kalapatthar is the vantage point for views of the entire south face of Mt. Everest and other high mountains, after spending some moments here a gentle descend to the small settlement of Lobuche and then walk from Lobuche toward the Lobuche Base Camp, on the steep and rocky trail along the Lobuche glacier. The trail offers amazing views of Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pokalde, Thamserku, Kantega, after several hours of walk reach at Lobuche Base 4,865 m / 15,957 ft our guide will give you every detail regarding climb on this day.
Day 13: Climb to Lobuche High Camp 5,600m / 18,368 ft 04 hrs.
On this day first, pack climbing gear and make a gentle climb to reach the high camp. The climb takes almost four to five hours to reach the high camp, climb through rocky moraine path to reach High Camp with the final preparation for the climbing and overnight in tented camp.
Day 14: Climb to the summit 6,119m / 20,070 ft and to Base Camp, 8-10 hrs.
The climb to the summit is steep climbing which is slightly difficult. So our guide and leader will fix rope where it is necessary for this strenuous ascent to reach the summit, from the top breathtaking views of the staggeri8ng high mountains that surround you. After spending some time on the summit descend along the same route to base camp.
Day 15: Reserve day in case of unfavorable weather condition
The weather condition around high Himalaya is unpredictable; have to wait sometimes for the good favorable weather condition. So, reserve this extra day in case of bad weather conditions.
Day 16: Trek to Pheriche 4,730m / 15,518 ft 05 hrs.
The morning after or before breakfast pack the gears than with a gentle descend to the small settlement of Thugla and towards Pheriche valley for the overnight stop.
Day 17: Trek to Namche Bazaar 07 hrs.
Leaving Pheriche with grand views of Ama Dablam, Nuptse wall, Lhotse, Makalu and Island peak then head towards the famed Tyangboche with its beautiful monastery and striking scenery views, reaching back at lush vegetation and tree lines after being in arid terrain for a week or more, the final leg of this walk leads to a climb for an hour to Thyangboche offering grand views of peaks that surround this lovely spot with its monastery, a short downhill to Imjatse River after the bridge a steep climb for an hour with gradual winding trail all the way to Namche Bazaar for overnight stop.
Day 18: Trek to Lukla 06 hrs.
After Namche it’s all downhill to Dudh Kosi River bed and with few short ups to enter the Sagarmatha National park to exit towards Monjo, the last day walk of this great adventure with easy gradual trail through the village of Phakding following the Dudh Kosi, after crossing the bridge at Phakding a nice pleasant trek with few short up and downs to Lukla, on reaching Lukla the last dinner with the trekking staffs and porters.
Day 19: Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
The flight time to Kathmandu, are schedule for morning normally, because of the wind in the afternoon, sometime the flight time can be delayed due to bad weather and other reason, depending upon the flight time make way to the terminal for security check, this scenic flight from Lukla takes about 30 minutes to Kathmandu, a panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks can be seen during the flight. Arriving at Kathmandu domestic terminal, our staff will receive and transfer you back to the Hotel.
Day 20: Free day at leisure.
A free day in Kathmandu, please inform our staff if you would like to go on another short tour in and around Kathmandu Valley.
Day 21: Transfer to the airport for international departure.
Today as per your international flight time, Sherpa Mountaineering Expeditions staff will take you to the airport for your final departure from this amazing country, Nepal.
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Cost include
• All entrance fee at list itinerary (national park fee &tims)
• All land transport (bus, car, and van), etc.
• Domestic flight tickets as per the itinerary
• Flight tickets for staff.
• Food for trekking and high altitude food, and fuel,
• Food on trek( all the meals included in camping trek with breakfast, lunch dinner and tea, coffee) for staff and members
• Gama bag
• Ifmga mountain guide and Sherpa’s equipment and salary
• Insurance for porters guide and climbing sharp’s
• Kathmandu hotel 3 nights
• Medical kits for all staff.
• Potters and yak for carrying luggage
• Sightseen around Kathmandu valley 3 places with guide and transportation by private car/ van bus etc.
• The cost includes peak climbing
• Transport from airport to hotel ( pick up and departure)
The cost Exclude
• Nepal visa
• International flight Ticket
• Food in Kathmandu
• Insurance of any kind and vaccination,
• Personal equipment and extra Baggies charge in the flight
• Emergency evacuation (Hire Horse, rescues, flight and extra porter if you take)
• Tips and other expenditure of a personal nature such as laundry alcohol
