Lobuche peak 6119m is a fantastic objective and opportunity to develop the skills and confidence for any future Himalayan objectives, who are looking to experience a first Himalayan ascend.
Looking to ascend real expedition over 6000m peak very close to the world highest Mt Everest?
Lobuche east peak would be first great expedition. Standing at 6119m high above the glacier of the Khumbu region of Nepal, Lobuche east is considered as the most popular 6000m trekking peak in Nepal, that is mostly climbing by Everest climbers as one of the pre-training peak and acclimatization before attempt the Everest summit. From the summit you see a panoramic views of a handful of 8000ers: Everest 8848.86, Lhotse 8516m, Makalu 8481m, Nuptse 7861m, Ama Dablam 6814m, Cholatse 6440m, Pumori 7160m, and other nearby peaks.
This trip will start through famous and traditional Everest trail, leaving from Lukla and heading to the breath-taking landscapes of Sherpa village with exceptional views of great Himalayan peaks such as Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu and Amadablam. Before climbing Lobuche peak, participants can do it via the classic Everest base camp trek or another famous trek route Gokyo chola pass, and that trek will be well acclimatization.
Ultimately, Lobuche East 6119m Peak is suitable for all novice climbers to trying out basic mountaineering skills or to use for acclimatization for another goal, this trip covers the famous route of Everest base camp trek. There’s an easily accessible and gorgeous high camp followed by a beautiful sunrise climb up to the top. This is one of the most frequently climbed acclimatization peaks for Everest or other local objectives.
What experience required?
The lobuche peak climbing ascends the more straightforward, the route to the summit included stretches of moderately steep and exposed terrain and superb challenge for climbers. Due to mix of rock and ice, the participants should have at least basis mountaineering skills including ropes using, rock scrambling, walking on crampons, abseiling using a figure of 8 and use of ice axe. If participants have some experience of winter or alpine courses, it gives perfect knowledge of climbing and technical knowledge. In addition, you will benefit from our climbing guide, who will provide technical training to climb Lobuche Peak at base camp before attempting the summit. A key success factor in expeditions is being in good shape participants should have good training and physical fitness with able to carry 5-8 kg of your bag pack, walking up and down every day for 15/16 days, and able to push yourself during the summit climb.
Why climb Lobuche peak with Altitude Expeditions!
Country:Nepal
Activity Level:Moderate
Max-Altitude:6,119m
Duration:16 days
Daily Activity: 6-7 hrs
Season:Autumn & spring
day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
day 2 Rest and preparation day
day 3 Flight to Lukla (2,840m) 35 mins & trek to Phakding (2,610m)
day 4 Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
day 5 Acclimatization Day / short hike to Everest view hotel (3,860m)
day 6 Trek to Tengboche (3860m)
day 7 Trek to Dingboche (4410m)
day 8 Acclimatization Day/ optional hike to Chhukung (4,735m)
day 9 Trek to Lobuche (4940m)
day 10 Trek to Everest base camp (5364m) and back to Ghorak Shep (5,180m)
day 11 Hike to Kala Pattar (5,550m) and trek back to Lobuche (4,940m)
day 12 Move to Lobuche high camp (5370m)
day 13 Summit Lobuche peak (6119m) & back to Dingboche (4410m)
day 14 Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
day 15 Trek to Lukla (2840m)
day 16 Lukla to Kathmandu flight - 35minutes
day 17 Free day in Kathmandu/ Celebration dinner
day 18 Spare day in case of bad weather
day 19 Depart from Kathmandu
Airport pick-up the drop in Kathmandu
3 nights at 4-star Hotel in Kathmandu (Twin sharing, B&B basis)
Tea house accommodation-twin sharing basis during the trek
Lobuche peak climbing permit, entrance fees & National Park fees
Domestic airfare: Kathmandu-Lukla- Kathmandu with tax
3 Meals Plan: (Breakfast, lunch & dinner) during trek & base
Experience climbing Sherpa
Porter- 2 trekkers 1 porter
All Nepali staff’s insurance and daily wages
Garbage disposal charges are payable to SPCC. (Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee)
Camping equipment (Tent, meals, rope, fuel and necessary cooking gears
Experience cook & kitchen staff
Welcome & farewell dinner in Kathmandu
International airfare to/from KTM
Nepal Visa fees: Multiple Entry 30 days - USD 40
Lunch and dinner while staying in Kathmandu
Travel Insurance & personal medical expenses
Personal expenses- extra drinks, snacks, hot showers, Wi-Fi, mineral waters & laundry
Sherpa summit bonus- Mandatory minimum of $ 200
Tips for guide & porters (recommended)
Helicopter rescue evacuation costs – if required
Costs related to an expedition finishing early or you leaving an expedition early
Single room supplement $ 220 (extra)
Personal equipment hire e.g. Down jacket, sleeping bag & climbing gear..etc. (available at extra cost)
Additional nights hotel in Kathmandu
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