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Beautifully nestled in the Everest region of Nepal, Lobuche Peak is a very popular climbing peak in Nepal. It has two main summits: Lobuche East and Lobuche West, connected by a continuous ridge. However, of the two summits, the East summit that stands 6,119 meters (20,075feet) above sea level is the most frequently climbed summit. Lobuche Peak climbing trip in Nepal, along with the heavenly vista of Everest, Ama Dablam, Malanphulan, Kangtega, Thamserku, Taboche, Cholatse, Nuptse, Baruntse and Makalu, offers exceptionally adventurous climbing experience for trekkers looking to gain some mountaineering experience.
If you are physically fit, have some mountaineering skills, including the use of crampons, ice axes and fixed ropes, and previous trekking or climbing experience at high altitudes, embark on our exhilarating 17 days adventure to conquer Lobuche Peak.This 17 days Lobuche Peak climbing itinerary provides a well-paced, scenic and a safe way to summit Lobuche Peak, while allowing for proper acclimatization and rest. You will start with a scenic and thrilling flight that lands at one of the most dangerous airports in the world, the Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla. Then following the iconic Everest Base Camp trekking trail, passing through vibrant Sherpa villages (Phakding, Namche, Tengboche, Deboche, Pangboche, Dingboche and Pheriche), monasteries (mainly Tengboche Monastery) and other landmarks, you will hike all the way up to Lobuche, before taking a detour to climb the peak.
The trek to Lobuche from Lukla, including acclimatization days, takes 7 days. 3 days are set aside as a climbing period to climb the Lobuche Peak, on which you will climb to base camp, high camp to the summit and then back to Lobuche. This climbing period also includes one contingency day, in case of bad weather. The summit day is the longest day of the entire trip as the climb generally takes about 8-10 hours. From Lobuche, you will take three days to return to Lukla. This challenging yet a very rewarding journey blends technical climbing, breathtaking views, rich cultural experiences and the thrill of reaching a Himalayan summit that offers stunning panoramic vistas.
Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) make the most ideal time of the year for Lobuche Peak climbing due to clear weather and stable conditions. However, weather in the Everest region can be unpredictable, with the possibility of strong winds and snow, especially at higher elevations. Therefore, it’s always advisable to add a few extra days to the trip.
Although non-technical, this climb still requires good physical fitness, some mountaineering skills and strong mental determination, therefore, it’s highly recommended to prepare, both mentally and physically for the challenge. The main challenge on Lobuche Peak climbing adventure will be dealing with altitude, therefore, for proper acclimatization, you can also choose to trek to Everest Base Camp before attempting the peak. Moreover, if you are looking for only Lobuche Peak climbing service, we provide that as well.
Additionally, if you are looking to climb other 6000-7000 meter peaks in the Everest region, Island Peak, Mera Peak as well as Kyajo Ri make a very good alternative to Lobuche Peak.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Trek preparation and Drive to Ramechhap (4-5h), (March-May and October-November)
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (12-15min) and trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,562ft), (8km), (4h)
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft), (10km), (7-8h)
Day 05: Acclimatization day in Namche
Day 06: Trek to Deboche (3,820m/12,532ft), (12km), (7-8h)
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4,410m/14,468ft), (11km), (5-6h)
Day 08: Acclimatization day in Dingboche
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m/16,108ft), (8.5km), (5h)
Day 10: Lobuche to Lobuche Base Camp (5,160m/16,929ft) or the High Camp (5600m/18,372ft)
Day 11: Lobuche Summit and back to Lobuche (4,910m/16,108ft)
Day 12: Contingency day in case of bad weather
Day 13: Trek to Deboche (3,820m/12,532ft), (15km), (5h)
Day 14: Trek to Monjo (2,835m/9,301ft), (14km), (7h)
Day 15: Trek to Lukla (2,840m/9,317ft), (14km), (6h)
Day 16: Fly to Ramechhap (12-15min) and drive to Kathmandu (4-5h)
Day 17: Departure day
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Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Welcome to Nepal. Upon touching down at the Tribhuvan International airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, one of the company representatives will meet and greet you at the airport and help you transfer to the hotel booked for you in Kathmandu. The same person will help you with hotel check in formalities. After a short rest at the hotel, a meeting will be conducted at the hotel to brief you regarding the upcoming trip, check your trekking and climbing equipment and introduce you to your guide. The remaining day after the meeting can be spent at leisure, doing your own thing- exploring the market, buying last minute stuff, searching eatery options to buy your next meal or simply resting at the hotel allowing your body to recover from the jet lag. However, if your flight is scheduled to arrive in the afternoon, evening, or even at night, the meeting will be held the following morning, before driving to Ramechhap. Overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Trek preparation and Drive to Ramechhap (4-5h), (March-May and October-November) Breakfast at the hotel and you can spend the morning preparing luggage, buying last-minute stuff and getting ready for the trek. You will then leave Kathmandu around 11:00 in a private vehicle for Ramechhap. Following the B.P Highway the drive to Ramechhap is via Bhaktapur and Dhulikhel. Up till Khurkot, located at the confluence of the Sun Koshi and Tama Koshi River, the drive is mostly along the Sun Koshi River. Further from this confluence, the drive is mostly along the Tama Koshi River to Ramechhap. It’s a narrow snaking highway, but the scenery is breathtaking. You will stop to buy lunch at one of the restaurants along the highway and a few toilet breaks (if needed) and then continue to Ramechhap. About 5 hours drive till finally take you to Ramechhap. Once in Ramechhap, you will check into the resort booked for you where you can enjoy dinner, a comfortable night and breakfast the next morning. You can spend the evening at leisure. Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (12-15min) and trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,562ft), (8km), (4h) Flights to Lukla fully depend on weather conditions and morning weather is usually more supportive compared to noon or afternoon weather. Therefore, flights to Lukla are scheduled early in the morning, the first starting at 6:00am. However, the passenger reporting time at the Manthali Airport in Ramechhap is one hour before the flight time. Therefore, as per your airport reporting time, your guide will help you transfer from the resort to the airport and take care of the check in formalities. If your flight time is early in the morning, you will have your breakfast in Lukla, if it’s a bit late, your breakfast will be served in Ramechhap. The flight time from Ramechhap to Lukla is 12-15 minutes. From Ramechhap, you will board your flight to Lukla and land at one of the most dangerous airports in the world. The flight is scenic and thrilling at the same time. Once in Lukla, you will be introduced to the rest of the crew members (porters), who will prepare and carry the luggage for you during this trek. You will then start your trek to Phakding, your first overnight stop in the Everest region. This day’s trek is easy, as apart from the occasional uphill climb, the walk is mostly downhill. The trail takes you through Thalsharoa, Chheplung, Thado Koshigaon, Nurning and Chhuthuwa, before reaching Phakding. Mani walls and rocks inscribed and carved with buddhist prayers, small chortens, prayer wheels and fluttering prayer flags can be seen throughout the trail, giving you the feel of treading the Buddhist land. Enjoying the trail, you will reach Phakding around lunch time. Phakding is located lower in altitude than Lukla. In Phakding, you will check into the lodge, freshen up and spend some time unwinding. Later in the afternoon, your guide will take you to a nearby monastery for an acclimatization hike. You will explore the monastery and get back to the lodge for overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft), (10km), (7-8h) Your trek to Namche begins shortly after breakfast in Phakding. Compared to the previous day, this day is challenging as you will cover the distance of roughly 10 kilometers and to complete this journey, for an average hiker, it takes around 7-8 hours. The hike from Phakding to Monjo, a gateway to Sagarmatha National Park, is on an easy up and down trail that runs along the Dudh Koshi River, taking you through the freshening forest of Rhododendron. Soon after leaving Phakding, you will experience the first suspension bridge of the Everest Base Camp Trek. After crossing the third suspension bridge that appears after Zamfute, Toktok, Bengkar and Chhamuwa, the trail to Monjo grows comparatively steeper than the initial part of thai trail. In Monjo, your guide will take care of the required national park formalities, before proceeding to Namche. Hiking further north, you will stop at Jorsalle for the day’s lunch. After lunch, you will continue on a fairly easy undulating trail to the famous Hillary bridge- the highest and the longest suspension bridge in the Everest region. Crossing the bridge, you will now head towards the toughest section of the day’s trek. Shortly after crossing the bridge, you will come to a lookout that presents the first view of Mt. Everest. Enjoying the view, you will continue on a steeply ascending trail to Namche. A 2-3 hour hike on this steeply ascending trail will take you to Namche, the biggest and the most popular town in the Everest region. Once in Namche, you will check into the lodge booked for you and spend the evening either exploring the town or simply resting at the lodge. Overnight in a lodge in Namche. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Acclimatization day in Namche Namche is located at the altitude of 3,440 metres above sea level. Therefore, once above 3000 meters, before gaining more elevation, altitude acclimatization is a must. To boost the process, on this day you will expose your body to the air at higher elevation and get back down to starting elevation. Therefore, on this day, you will go for an acclimatization hike after breakfast at the lodge in Namche. Your guide will present you three hiking options: one to Thame (an old Sherpa Village located at the elevation of 3,820 meters above sea level), next to the Everest View Hotel at Syangboche (hotel located at one of the highest altitude in the world, 3,720meters above sea level) or to the village of Khumjung (at 3,780m) and Khunde (3,840m). All of these options are located 280-400 meters higher in elevation than Namche and make perfect day hike options. Depending on your choice, your guide will take you on this hike. This hike, apart from helping your body acclimate to the thinning air, will also help get insight into the lifestyle and culture of the Sherpa people and treat your eyes to the enchanting views of the surrounding peaks including Mt. Everest. After the hike, you will get back to the lodge and you can spend the rest of the evening enjoying the cafes or simply strolling around the market of Namche. Overnight in a lodge in Namche. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Deboche (3,820m/12,532ft), (12km), (7-8h) Your trek to Deboche starts after breakfast in Namche. Namche to Deboche is about 12 kilometers and for an average hiker, it takes about 7-8 hours to complete the journey. This is the second of the two (first being Phakding to Namche) strenuous days on the way to Everest Base Camp. Leaving Namche, you will follow the trail that leads you out of Namche and directs you towards Tengboche. For a good distance, till Sanasa to be specific, the trail is easy and relatively flat.This section of the Everest Base Camp trail offers the first view of Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Taboche, Katenga and Thamserku and some stupas that add to the splendor of the day’s hike. At Sanasa, the trail to Gokyo branches off from the main Everest Base Camp trail. Following the main trail you will now hike down on a steeply descending trail to Phunke Tenga, located by the Dudh Koshi River. The section beyond Phunki Tenga is the toughest section of today’s hike, Although only around 2.5 kilometers in distance, the elevation gain will be around 550 meters and it’s about 2- hour steep ascent through the forest on a series of switchbacks. Therefore, you will fuel up your body with a good lunch at Phunki Tenga before starting this section of the trek. After lunch, crossing the bridge, you will continue your journey to Tengboche. As you reach the crest of the hill, and walk through the gateway of prayerwheels, that serve as the entrance to Tengboche, you will be greeted by the largest and the most important monastery in the region, the Tengboche Monastery. Quickly exploring the monastery, you will not hike down to your Deboche, located about 20 minutes downhill walk from Tengboche. Deboche is located lower in altitude than Tengboche and has pretty good accommodation options. Overnight in Deboche will help you sleep better as it is located lower in altitude and has a number of pretty good accommodation options than Tengboche. Once in Deboche, you will check into the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Spend the evening at leisure. Enjoy the last night below the treeline. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4,410m/14,468ft), (11km), (5-6h) Your trek to Dingboche starts after breakfast in Deboche. This will be your first day above the treeline and also above 4000 meters. Therefore, the trekking hours will be reduced to 4-6 hours on an average. Dingboche is located roughly 11 kilometers north-east of Deboche and it takes about 5-6 hours to complete the day’s trek. From Deboche, it’s a pleasant downhill hike through the forest to Pangboche, the last and the highest year-round settlement in this region. Then crossing the last suspension bridge, leaving the treeline, you will continue on a gradually ascending trail that mostly runs along the Imja River, but later diverges from the river. The view of the stunning Ama Dablam dominates the surrounding view, most part of the day. By the time you reach Somare, the trees completely vanish. As you continue more towards Dingboche there are a couple of more river crossings and a few climbs and descends and as you approach Dingboche, the walk is along a rather gradual plateau with myriad of well-worn paths that have been excessively tread on by herds of yaks, yakmen, horse, horsemen, trekkers, mountaineers as well as the locals. Soon you can see Dingboche, etched into the side of the hill. However, before reaching the destination, you will cross a metal bridge, where the trail forks, one (on your left) leading along the valley and river to Pheriche and other (on your right) up the hill to Dingboche. Following the Dingboche trail, you will make your final ascent to your overnight stop in Dingboche, where you will stay for two consecutive nights. In Dingboche, you will check into the lodge booked for you and if you are not tired, in the evening you can take a stroll around the village or simply enjoy hot coffee and some bakeries at the cafe. Overnight in a lodge in Dingboche. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 08: Acclimatization day in Dingboche Once over 4000 meters, you should allow your body to acclimate to the lowered oxygen level in the air (one more time), before gaining more elevation. Therefore, instead of gaining more elevation, you will only go on an acclimatization hike to explore your body to the air higher than your sleeping elevation. Dingboche offers a number of hiking options. But, a hike to Nangkar Tshang Gompa and the viewpoint above it, or to Chhukung are the best ones. The hike to Nangkar Tshang Gompa and the viewpoint above it is a about an hour long hike to the ridge north of Dingboche. This hike presents hikers with spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Cholatse and Taboche, Chhukung and Makalu and the lake at the foot of Amadablam. However, the hike to Chhukung, will be a full-day hike on which the hikers can enjoy a very stunning view of Ama Dablam, Baruntse and Makalu. Your guide will provide you with these options and depending on your choice you will go on an acclimatization hike and get back to Dingboche for overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m/16,108ft), (8.5km), (5h) After breakfast in Dingboche, you will depart for Lobuche, the overnight stop en route Everest Base Camp that shares the name with the peak you will be climbing in the coming two days. Lobuche is located roughly 8.5 kilometers north-west of Dingbohce and an average hiker can complete this journey in about 5 hours. From Dingboche, a bit of a climb out of the town of Dingboche is required to get back on the trail. A short climb, after leaving the town of Dingboche for Lobuche, you will reach a plateau that extends quite a distance towards Thukla. On your left, down the steep side of the plateau, the hill drops into the valley, where the town of Pheriche is perfectly perched. As you gradually stroll across the plateau, you can enjoy mesmerizing views of Taboche and Cholatse.Enjoying the view, once you reach the terminus of the plateau, you will begin to descend to a small boulder filled river at Thukla. Crossing the river, you will stop for lunch at Thukla before starting the next leg of the day’s journey. The walk out of Thukla is a bit challenging as it’s a steep uphill climb on switchbacks and stairs that go over and around the boulders as you ascend the trail. Therefore, you will get on this leg after lunch.The top of the hill greets you with the memorials to the lost climbers and Sherpas. Having completed the most difficult part of today’s trek and after a short break at this point, the trek to Lobuche continues on a gradually ascending trail. As you proceed towards Lobuche, you will be greeted by the grand appearance of Mt. Pumori. You will reach Lobuche around early noon. Therefore, you can spend the remaining time either exploring the area or simply resting at the lodge. This will be your last lodge accommodation before summiting the Lobuche Peak. Overnight in a lodge in Lobuche. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Days 10: Lobuche to Lobuche Base Camp (5,160m/16,929ft) or the High Camp (5600m/18,372ft) Today, you will either hike to Lobuche Base Camp located at the elevation of 5,160 meters, or to the High Camp at 5,600 meters. The hike starts after breakfast in Lobuche. From here onwards, until you return to Lobuche again, your porter will carry tents, food and equipment to assist you with your meals and accommodation needs during the climbing period. Leaving the village of Lobuche, you will start the journey by hiking up the hill that is next to the Lobuche village. The trail then descends to the valley floor and then climbs up again. You will be surrounded by a beautiful panorama of Ama Dablam, Malanphulan, Kangtega, Thamserku, Taboche, Cholatse as well as Lobuche. After reaching the valley floor, the hike is on a steeply ascending trail filled with rock boulders. Soon comes the most difficult section of the day’s hike, where you need to scramble up the steep and exposed rock with the help of rope handrail and then on the narrow switchback rocky trail. Enjoy a very beautiful view of Nuptse and Ama Dablam and you will further scramble up the rocks to reach the high point from, where traversing the rocks you will continue down to the base camp located by the small lake. Enjoy the view of Ama Dablam, Malanphpulan and Kantega from the base camp. If you plan on going to the high camp located at the altitude of 5600 meters, you will continue your hike. The trail from the base camp to the high camp is rocky. Start your hike enjoying the beautiful view of Baruntse, Ama Dablam and Taboche. Initially, the hike is up the mildly slanted rocks with Nuptse and Ama Dablam dominating the surrounding views.As you proceed further up the rocks get much steeper. Makalu and Baruntse become quite prominent. You will not progress towards the steep large rocks and with the help of hand ropes you will climb these rocks and boulders. Slowly as you approach the ridge Lobuche becomes visible. After a long hard rock and boulder climb, the ridge climbing is easy and you can see a very beautiful face of Nuptse, Makalu and Baruntse. Enjoying the view as you climb along the ridge, you will soon reach the Lobuche High Camp, situated at the altitude of 5,600 meters from the sea level, where you will stay overnight before climbing the Peak. The accommodation tonight will be in a tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Days 11: Lobuche Summit and back to Lobuche (4,910m/16,108ft) After early morning breakfast at the high camp, you will start for the Lobuche summit before sunrise. You will continue further towards the summit on a rocky trail with the help of hand ropes. The climb is tough, however, soon you can enjoy the heavenly sunrise mountain panorama that includes Ama Dablam and Cholatse. Further from this point, you will have to put on your crampons as the hike now is going to be on snow slopes. As you climb up, if you look back down you can see a turquoise green lake beautifully placed amidst the rocky surface. As you proceed further, the climb grows much steeper. With the help of the fixed ropes, you will climb on the longest steepest section of the climb. Soon you will arrive at the summit. The surrounding views look heavenly as you are surrounded by peaks. You will spend some time celebrating the success, taking in the views and capturing memories in your device. You will then descend to high camp, collect your stuff and hike all the way back down to Lobuche for overnight stay. Overnight in a lodge in Lobuche. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Days 12: Contingency day in case of bad weather In case of bad weather the previous day, we will use this day to summit the peak. While waiting for the weather to clear out, you will spend this day training yourself to use the climbing equipment. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 13: Trek to Deboche (3,820m/12,532ft), (15km), (5h) Your trek to Deboche starts after breakfast in Lobuche. It’s about a 15 kilometer journey on foot and takes about 5 hours to complete the journey. From Lobuche, you will first retrace your steps till Thukla, bidding farewell to the memorials. You will head down to the village of Pheriche, located beautifully in the valley along the river. Continuing further down, you will come to the trail junction where the trail coming from Tengboche, Deboche and Pheriche meet. From this point onward, you will retrace your steps all the way down to Deboche.Pheriche or Pangboche makes the best place to have lunch, therefore, depending on your choice you will have lunch at one of these two places. Enjoy the freshness of the air as you are again below the treeline. You will check into the lodge in Deboche for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 14: Trek to Monjo (2,835m/9,301ft), (14km), (7h) Starting after breakfast in Deboche, you will retrace your steps all the way down to Monjo. Deboche to Monjo is about 14 kilometers and it takes about 7 hours to complete this leg of the return journey. Bidding farewell to the Tengboche monastery, steeply hiking down through the forest to Phunki Tenga, then up to Sanasa and past Namche you will hike down to Monjo. If you want you can also choose to stay in Namche. Lunch today will be arranged in Namche. Once in Monjo, you will check into the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 15: Trek to Lukla (2,840m/9,317ft), (14km), (6h) Last day of the trek and you will trek from Monjo to Lukla. It’s about 14 kilometers hike and the journey takes roughly 6 hours. Your guide will take care of the national park check-out formalities after which you will start your day’s hike to Lukla. For lunch you will either stop at Phakding or continue to Lukla. Once in Lukla, you will check into the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Spend the evening at leisure. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16: Fly to Ramechhap (12-15min) and drive to Kathmandu (4-5h) Enjoy your last breakfast in the Everest region while your guide takes care of the airport formalities. You will then fly back to Ramechhap. The flying hour is 12-15 minutes. From the airport in Ramechhap, you will drive to Kathmandu in a private vehicle. You will stop for lunch at one of the highway restaurants, before continuing your drive back to Kathmandu. Once in Kathmandu, you will check into the hotel. In the evening, one of the company representatives will take you to a farewell dinner hosted by the company. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 17: Departure day Breakfast at the hotel and as per your airport reporting time, you will be transferred to the airport to help you catch your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast
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