Lobuche Peak Climbing – 19 Days

After safely landing at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will proceed with the arrival visa. It is an easy process that takes only a few hours after you submit the documents. Our staff will be waiting outside the airport terminal, and you will be transferred to the classy hotel.

We will conduct the meeting at your hotel and do a short briefing about the Lobuche Peak Climbing. After briefing, we will do some paperwork and provide you with the gear and equipment that is required for this trek. 

You will have enough time for sightseeing around the valley. Also, you can relax and enjoy Thamel’s streets, which are open 24 hours a day. This place is full of pub houses, bar restaurants, shops, cafes, and many more.

After having an early breakfast, you will prepare an early flight for Lukla. You’ll be transported to Tribhuvan International Airport, and then from there, you will have a scenic flight, which is about 30 minutes. The flight itself is adventurous and thrilling, which will be your lifetime experience.

After landing at the Lukla airport, our porters will carry the language, and with the help of the guide, we will start to trek for Phakding. Today’s trek is relatively easy as you will do the short hike of 4-5 hours. Moving forward, we will reach Kyangma village, and by walking further, you will reach Cheplung village. After leaving Cheplung village, we will cross the suspension bridge and then climb to reach Chhuthawa. Then, within a few hours, you will reach Phakding to stay overnight there.

After leaving the Phakding, you will follow the trail of the Dudh Koshi River to reach Monjo. It is the main entrance to the Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park, where you must present a permit before entering.

Once you cross the suspension bridge and trek through the pine forest alongside the Dudh Koshi River toward Phakding, you’ll catch sight of the initial glimpse of Mt. Everest.

Today is Acclimatization Day, where we will walk to explore the surrounding mountains and view of Everest. Also, you will have the option to visit Everest Photo Gallery or Sherpa Culture Museum.

Namche Bazar is famous as a tourist hub and for exploring the Sherpa culture. You can find a variety of shop and place to enjoy and relax. Also, we recommend you hike to the Everest View Hotel, which is the highest-placed hotel in the world. Enjoying lunch in this hotel will be a lifetime experience.

After having a wonderful time in Namche Bazar, we will start the trek by descending through Namche towards Ohunki. Then, on the way to Phunki, you can see amazing sights of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and get a really close look at Thamserku.

Then, walking for a few hours, you’ll start to see Tengboche Monastery. It is one of the largest monasteries that you will explore in this region. Tengboche’s trail is decorated with many colorful flags and prayer wheels. Also, the view of mountain peaks from the Tengboche is absolutely breathtaking.

After waking early in the morning with the prayer sound, today we will trek to reach Dingboche. We’ll descend a bit and then trek through a lovely forest, crossing the Imja Khola before reaching the village of Pangboche.

You can take a short tea break and explore Pangboche village, including the famous Pangboche Monastery. From there, we will cross the river and turn up the Imja Valley to reach Dingboche.

Today will be our second Acclimatization day at the Dingboche, and we will do a short hike to Chukkung Valley. It is an important day for rest before heading to the high-altitude area.

After hiking for 4-5 hours to Chukkung Valley and on to Island Peak (Imja Tes), we will return to Dingboche to spend our night there. During the trek, you can see the magnificent view of snow-capped mountains like Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, Island Peak, and Makalu.

Today, we plan to reach the Lobuche before the night. Our path will be a little more difficult than the previous one because you will walk through a rough and steep trail toward Duglha. Then, climbing forward, you will path will lead toward Chuki Lahara.

Then, moving forward from Lahara, you walk over the moraines of Khumbu Glacier to reach Lobuche village. From the village, you can see the eye-catching view of different high peaks, including Lobuche Peak.

Today, after early breakfast, we will continue following flat meadows. Then, climbing onto the lateral moraine following Khumbu Glacier, we will land at Gorak Shep. Continuing the journey, we will reach the most awaited destination, Everest Base Camp.

After hiking in the ups and down path combined with altitude for approximately 3 hours, we will reach Base Camp. From the base camp, we can see panoramic views of mountains like Khumbuste, Pumori, and Nuptse, keeping Mt. Everest in the background. Standing at this point, trekkers will be emotional by seeing their dreams happening in front of their eyes.

Hiking the Kala Patthar means the famous viewpoint to witness Everest. After two hours of hike, we will reach Kala Patthar. Also, if you want to see the best sunrise view, you must trek early in the morning. After you reach Kala Patthar, you can see the gigantic view of the Everest. You can enjoy the view, take pictures, make the memory, and after that, you will head back to Lobuche.

There is no tea house after you move from Lobuche village; therefore, our team will set up a tent for you. You will spend the night inside the tent, which will be a unique experience.

Today, we will walk for 3-4 hours, but our trail will be steeper and rougher. There is no tea house after you move forward from Lobuche village. Then, after reaching the base camp, our team will set up a tent for you for tonight.

Today, you will get the chance to learn basic mountaineering skills. Our professional guide will demonstrate you how to use gear equipment and tricks.

Today’s trek will be challenging, but don’t worry; yesterday’s training will help you today. After having an early breakfast, we will trek to Lobuche High Camp. During the trail, we will use ropes, crampons, ice axes, boots, and other climbing gear.

After reaching the High Camp, our team will set up the tent, and you will take a rest. Tomorrow is the big day for us, so we will sleep early after having a delicious dinner.

We need to reach the Lobuche High Camp early because it will be windy during the noon. Today, we will climb through steep and ice tracks on the southern ridge. Our assistant will fix the rope for you. You will use the rope, crampon, and ice axe vehicle climbing, which is the technical part of Lobuche Peak.

Finally, after climbing the 45-degree slope hill, you will reach Lobuche High Camp. You will celebrate with other trekkers with fascinating views of the whole Everest region. You will take the picture, make memories, and return to the base camp. From the summit, you can see the panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Tawache, Cholatse, Pumori, Changri and many more.

After the successful summit of the Lobuche Peak, we will head toward the Pangobche. We will walk downhill and walk through the rhododendron forest and juniper along with the view of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Pokalde, Kantega, and other peaks. After we reach the village of Pangobche, we will spend our beautiful night there.

After having breakfast, we will head toward Namche Bazar. Walking through beautiful rhododendrons and pine forests, we gradually descend our steps. Then, walking the riverside of Dudhkodhi River and passing the suspension bridge, we cross Tengboche village to reach Namche Bazaar.

Today, we will end our trekking journey by reaching Lukla. After 7-8 hours of walking by passing through Jorsalle, Manjo, Benkar, and Phakding, we will reach Lukla. After a long day of trekking, we spend the night at Lukla and prepare for tomorrow’s flight.

After having early breakfast, we will take the flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, which will be around 30 minutes. Taking all the memories of the Everest region, you will land at the kathmandu airport; then you will transfer to the hotel.

After achieving your goal, now it’s time for you to go home. Our team will take you to the airport before your scheduled flight. Finally, if you like to visit Nepal for any tour, trek or expedition, then you can always remember us.