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Lobuche peak climbing is one of the famous and challenging climbing routes in Everest region in Nepal. The peak will reward you memorable moments with terrific sight of the world’s highest and most eye-catching mountain Mt. Everest (8,848m.). Lobuche peak includes two different peaks in Lobuche East (6119m.) and Lobuche West (6145m.). The Lobuche east has ice climbing and Lobuche West is more about expedition. Lobuche west is a bit stiff and little bit more complicated than Lobuche East. We, Encounter Nepal will take you to visit the fantastic view from peak which is astonishing. 
Lobuche Peak, one of the eye-catching peaks offers a range of routes for climbing. The normal route for climbing Lobuche is through South Ridge. The peak comprises of a number of small summits and you will require climbing steep snow and ice slopes to the top from the summit edge. The base camp will be arranged at 4,950m, next to a lake in a stony empty area at the bottom of the glaciated South-West Face. Amadablam and Tawache are wonderfully seen from the Peak. You might even get an opportunity to spot rare animals like musk deer, leopard, jackal, mountain Thar and birds such as pheasants, long tail birds. In addition, while having trekking through this route, you will experience the prominent interact of Sherpa culture.
Encounter Nepal will set your visit to Lobuche Peak which will reward you 360 degree archetypal Himalayan vista of Khumbu region, major Himalayan glaciers and alpine lakes of Sagarmatha National Park. While heading off for Lobuche Peak climbing, we follow Everest base camp trekking path up to Pheriche and then march to Dughla till Mount Everest Base camp for good adaptation and same way we come back to Lobuche then Lobuche Peak Base Camp.

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Lobuche Peak Climbing Route Map Update New

 

Our 18-day Lobuche Peak Expedition is the ultimate high-altitude challenge. It strategically combines the iconic Everest Base Camp Trek with a technical ascent to the True Summit of Lobuche East ($6,119m$).

This itinerary is designed with a "Success-First" mindset, ensuring you are fully acclimatized at Everest Base Camp before you ever touch the climbing ropes.


18-Day Lobuche Peak Expedition: Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day Destination Altitude Activity & Highlights
01 Arrival in Kathmandu 1,350m Transfer to hotel; Welcome dinner with the team.
02 Official Briefing & Prep 1,350m Gear check and permit finalization in Kathmandu.
03 KTM – Lukla – Phakding 2,610m Thrilling flight to Lukla; gentle walk to Phakding.
04 Phakding – Namche Bazaar 3,440m Crossing Hillary Bridge; first view of Mt. Everest.
05 Acclimatization Day 3,440m Hike to Everest View Hotel; explore Sherpa Museum.
06 Namche – Tengboche 3,860m Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery at sunset.
07 Tengboche – Dingboche 4,410m Enter the Imja Valley; stunning views of Ama Dablam.
08 Acclimatization Day 4,410m Hike to Nangkartshang Peak ($5,083m$) for thin-air prep.
09 Dingboche – Lobuche 4,910m Trek alongside the Khumbu Glacier moraine.
10 Everest Base Camp 5,364m Visit EBC; overnight at Gorak Shep ($5,164m$).
11 Kala Patthar – Lobuche 5,545m Sunrise at Kala Patthar; trek back to Lobuche Village.
12 Lobuche – Base Camp 4,950m Move to the rocky campsite at the foot of the peak.
13 High Camp & Training 5,400m Technical skills session: Jumar, Rappelling, & Roping.
14 SUMMIT DAY 6,119m Summit Lobuche East; return to Base Camp.
15 Base Camp – Pangboche 3,985m Descend to the lush greenery of the lower valley.
16 Pangboche – Namche 3,440m Retracing steps to the Sherpa capital for a celebration.
17 Namche – Lukla 2,860m Final trekking day; farewell party with porters.
18 Lukla – KTM – Departure 1,350m Morning flight to Kathmandu; transfer to airport.

Price Includes:

  • Everest National Park Entry Permits
  • Climbing permit /Climbing guide/climbing gear 
  • Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS)
  • Kathmandu-Lukla -Kathmandu air ticket (USD +NRS)
  • Three Meals a Day: breakfast, lunch, dinner including tea/coffee with meals time (one per meal)
  • One Guide: English speaking, insured, registered, well-equipped, his salary, food and accommodation
  • One porter Between two person  insured registered, well-equipped, salary, food and accommodation
  • Accommodation (shared) in a tea house lodge
  • Safe drinking water
  • Emergency care service

Price Excludes:

  • Bar & beverage bills,personal climbing gear 
  • Personal expenses. bottled water, desserts, shower, insurance, rescue,  personal clothing,
  • Any additional services requested and tips to the staff.

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