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Lobuche East Peak Trekking & Climbing
Overview
Lobuche East Peak Trekking & Climbing is a challenging and exhilarating mountaineering adventure that takes climbers to the summit of Lobuche East, one of the most iconic peaks in the Everest region of Nepal. This challenging climb offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Himalayan mountains and allows climbers to experience the thrill of conquering a 6,119-meter peak. With proper acclimatization and the guidance of experienced Sherpa guides, climbers can safely navigate through steep slopes, icy ridges, and rocky terrain to reach the summit successfully. This journey includes both the ascent and the side walk to Everest Base Camp for proper acclimatization.
This expedition requires technical climbing skills and physical strength, making it suitable for experienced climbers seeking a thrilling and rewarding experience in the heart of the world’s highest mountain range. Additionally, it also offers a chance to immerse oneself in stunning natural landscapes. From breathtaking mountain ranges to distinctive Sherpa area, culture, pristine Dudhkoshi rivers and lush pine forests, participants will be surrounded by the charming white peak and beauty of nature throughout their journey.
Highlights
The ultimate Himalaya trekking and mountaineering with spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and many 7,000 m+ peaks
Experience Sherpa Hospitality, Culture and life style
Visiting renowed Tengbuche Buddhist Monestary
The side walk to Everest Base Camp for proper acclimatization.
Updated flight operation from Ramechhap, Manthali Airport to Lukla
Owing to the heavy volume of both local and international flights at Kathmandu Airport. Flying delay in order to avoid air traffic. All flights to the Everest region Lukla during the main trekking season (October to December, March to May) now originate from Ramechhap Manthali airport, which is situated 130 km (approximately 5.5 hours) east of Kathmandu. One day in advance, we transport all of our trekkers with guides to Ramechhap Manthali; those flying to Lukla airport for the Everest region trek.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival at Tribhuvan International airport in Kathmandu. Pick up by Sherpa Brothers Treks representative, transfer to hotel check in and welcome drink from receptionist. Rest and briefing about trip. In the evening welcome dinner offer from Sherpa Brothers Treks at Typical Nepalese cultural restaurant, O/N in hotel with bed & breakfast
Day 2 : After breakfast trip preparation and shopping for the trip. Same day drive to Manthali Ramechhap (540m /1772ft), O/N in lodge with bed & breakfast
Day 3 : Morning scenic mountain flight to Lukla (2,840m / 9,318ft) and trek to Phakding, O/N in tea house : Approx 3.5 hours
Day 4 : Trek to Sherpa capital Namche Bazaar (3,446m / 11,306ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 6 hours
Day 5 : Rest day in Namche Bazaar. Hike to the world highest point hotel Everest view hotel for acclimatization, O/N in tea house : Approx 3.5 hours
Day 6 : Trek to Tyangbuche (3,867m / 12,687ft), One of the prominent monastery in the Everest area, O/N in tea house : Approx 6 hours
Day 7 : Trek to Dingbuche (4100m / 13,451ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 4.5 hours
Day 8 : Rest hiking day in Dingbuche, for acclimatization, O/N in tea house : Approx 4.5 hours
Day 9 : Trek to Labuche (4,930m / 16,175ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 5 hours
Day 10 : Trek to Gorakshep [5,160m/16,929ft) and same day hike to the base camp of world highest Peak Mt Everest (5,316m / 17,437ft) back to Gorakshep O/N in tea house : Approx 7 hours
Day 11 : Before sunrise hike to Kalapather for sun rise view (the highest point of the trip) Kalapathar (5,550m / 18,204ft) and trek back to Lobuche (49,10 m, / 13910 ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 5 hours
Day 12 : Lobuche to Lobuche East High Camp (5,800m): Approx 3 hours
Day 13 : Lobuche East Peak Summit (6,119m) day
Day 14 : High Camp to Pangboche: Approx 5 hours
Day 15 : Pangboche to Namche (3,440m): Approx 6 hours
Day 16 : Namche to Lukla (2,860m): Approx 7 hours
Day 17 : After having early morning breakfast, flight to Kathmandu. Rest, free time and last minute shopping in Kathmandu, O/N in hotel with bed & breakfast
Day 18 : As per flight time, pick up from hotel and drop 3 hour earlier to international airport for home departure
Services Includes
- Accommodation and 3 times meal during 16 days Lobuche East Peak Trekking & climbing period
- Professional and experience license holder trekking guide salary and insurance
- Porter salary, equipments and insurance
- Airfare to Lukla and back to Kathmandu with guide
- standard 3 star category hotel with deluxe BB in Kathmandu for 2 nights
- Sagarmatha National park permit
- Airport receive and departure 4 times
- Trip route map
- Duffel bag for packing daily trek gear
- Island peak permit
- License holder
- experience and professional climbing guide salary, insurance
- Tent accommodation and food during the climbing
- Fix rope + snow bar
- Warm sleeping bag + mattress
- Welcome dinner in Kathmandu
Services Excludes
- Personal nature expense such as WIFI internet, data pack, telephone calls, bar and beverage bills bottled drinks including (cold drinks and mineral water/boiled water, laundry).
- Personal insurance Personal climbing equipment
- Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu
- Unforeseen accidental rescue
- Days beyond the itinerary
- Extra day because of changing in weather
- Gratitude to staff
Additional Information
Lobuche East Peak Trekking & climbing, this journey includes adventure and calls for more physical effort. Summit to the peak, 6,119 m, is the most challenging parts of this journey. Physical fitness, experience trekking at altitudes of at least 4000 to 4500 meters, and a fundamental knowledge of climbing techniques are requirements for climbing this peak. At the time of registration, participants must disclose any existing medical conditions or issues.
Accommodation and Food
In Kathmandu: 3 star Deluxe hotel with bed and breakfast on twin sharing.
On trek: standard twin sharing accommodation in tea house (trekking guest house) with 3 meals daily, (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea/ Coffee) as per the itinerary. The tea houses along the trekking route provide basic but comfortable accommodations, with twin sharing rooms available. These tea houses also offer a variety of delicious home cooked meals to keep you energized throughout the day, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Additionally, you can enjoy hot drinks such as tea or coffee to warm up after a long day of trekking.
During Climbing period : well standard camping accommodation and food on full board basis at High camp.
Travel insurance
Sherpa Brothers Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd. take every care to make our treks safe and enjoyable. All our routes are scouted to ensure the trails are safe and the facilities along route are of an acceptable standard. In addition, we have vast experience of trekking at altitude and are trained to deal with Acute Altitude Sickness. However, due to terrain, weather and altitude, risk is not always predictable in the Himalaya. To ensure you have a worry free time with us, personal travel insurance is essential to cover the cost of unforeseen accident, illness or rescue. The costs involved can be large and personally overwhelming in the unlikely event of accident or injury.
All Nepalese staff, guides and porters employed by Sherpa Brothers Pvt. Ltd. are insured locally but we regret that we cannot offer insurance for our clients.
Sherpa Brothers Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd. is not liable should anything go wrong due to unforeseen circumstances.
When choosing an insurance policy be sure to confirm with your insurer that your policy covers adventure holidays and trekking at high altitude. Some insurers makes special exception for these types of trip so please read the small print and contact your insurer if you are unsure.
When is the best time to Climb Lobuche East Peak
While the best times to go Lobuche East Peak Climbing and trekking are in the spring (March – May) and autumn (October – Mid December)
What aircraft can I travel in, and how much weight is allowed ?
The aircraft that is being flown to Luka airport is a Twin Otter and Dornier with twin engine, and it can accommodate up to 18 passengers including crew members. Your passenger ticket to Lukla has a maximum weight limit of 15 kg. Ten kilograms of checked baggage and five kilograms of hand luggage are permitted. If you have and need to weigh more than the amounts mentioned above, an additional $12 kg will be charged
Required gears check list
Having the right gear ensures that you are prepared for adventure and all challenges or emergencies that may arise during your mountain adventures. From proper clothing and footwear to essential tools and safety equipment, your gear provides the necessary support and protection needed to navigate through rugged terrains and unpredictable weather conditions.
Below we present you a basic complete packing list suitable for this trip.
Hiking gears
Day bag 1 – A porter will carry your primary gear in duffel bag (up to 12kg per trekker). You’ll need to bring your own daypack. 30–35L is adequate.
Dry Bag 1 – This protects your bag and clothing from potential moisture, wet object and rain.
Walking pole 1 – ( if necessary) Trekking poles can helps to decrease the impact on your joints. They are excellent for knees while going down. We recommend adjustable Black Diamond trekking poles.
Water bottle or camel bag 1 – Capacity to carry 3 litre of water. Options: 2 x 1.5 litre wide mouth nalgene bottles or 2 litre platypus + 1 litre water bottle.
Head light 1 – You will need a headlamp with a good light output for any late-night restroom trips, as well as importantly for Kalapathar and Lobuche Peak summit morning. Petzl make renowned and affordable headlamps.
Knife / Multi tools – 1
Cloth and body wear
Down jacket 1 – You’ll need this for the hike to Everest base camp, Kalapathar and Island peak summit as well as in the evenings at lodge camp when you’re tired, you feel the cold a lot more.
Sleeping bag 1 – rated 0°F, -20°F.
Light or medium wight warm hiking trouser 2 – an option of convertible trousers.
For the colder parts of the trek you’ll need good winter hiking pants – just make sure they are breathable
Warm liner 1 – For extra warmth in sleeping bag
Warm sun hats 1 – lot of heat is lost through your head, so be sure to get a warm thermal hat as well as one that protects your neck from the harsh rays of the sun.
Fleece / jacket and pants 1 – Modern technical fleeces (such as Polartec) make excellent insulation layers
Windproof jacket and Pants 1 – pants with full-length zips make getting them on and off quick and easy
Long and half sleeve hiking shirt 3 – As per your body size lightweight, moisture wicking long and short sleeved shirts
Buff for (neck and head) – 1
Walking boot 1 – We recommend light- to mid-weight waterproof boots with good ankle support for trekking and climbing boot for peak climbing.
Gloves / mittens 2 – For the cold nights and for the Kalapathar, Lobuche peak summit morning we recommend heavyweight, insulated, preferably water resistant gloves.
Warm hiking socks (wool / synthetic) – 3-4, pairs of outer socks and 2-3 pairs of liner socks. We also recommend bringing 1 x thick thermal socks for Kalapathar and Lobuche peak summit morning.
Gaiter 1 – Help keep your trousers clean in dusty, wet and muddy trail conditions
Flip flap/ Sandal 1 – To wear around after a day’s trek we recommend bringing a pair of sandals
Sun protection, health hygiene and water
Sun cream 1 – SPF 40+ Sunscreen is very important as the sun’s rays are much stronger at altitude.
Sun glass 2 – (incase of one broke) choose high UV protection glasses of any brand as sun intensity after Namche is very high.
Sun hat 1 – if possible go for a hat that is wide-brimmed for protection, and has a neck cover if you aren’t going to be wearing a neck gaiter
Lip guard 1 – To keep your lip moisturized in dry air and the stronger sun ray.
Anti Bacterial Wipes 2 – You won’t be showering at altitude and base camp , so anti-bacterial ‘wet wipes’ are a good way of maintaining personal hygiene.
Hand gel or Sanitizer 1 – Any travel to remote mountain places comes with a risk of gastro-intestinal trouble. Different foods, sub-standard hygiene, and exposure to bacteria and viruses can cause stomach problems. Always use anti-bacterial gel or wipes on your hands, especially before eating.
Tooth brush – 1
Face wash soap – 1
Towel – 1
Electrolyte/Sports drink powdered formula for adding to your water Water can get pretty boring, so it’s a good idea to bring along an electrolyte formula that’s flavored to your liking.
Snacks energy bars of your preference – plan for 2-4 per day Snacks such as energy bars, trail mix, and candy can help give you a quick energy boost while on the trail. Just avoid anything with caffeine in it.
Ear plugs – For light sleepers. Snoring travels in quiet high altitude lodges
Prescription medicine
Water purifier tablet / lightweight pen filter
Toilet paper – Bring two rolls of toilet paper, one to keep in your daypack for use on the trail, and one in your duffel for use at tea house camp. Taking the cardboard center out makes it easier to transport.
Menstrual product for her
Diamox (if using)
Blister plasters – different shapes and sizes
Antibiotic cream or ointment
Hairbrush/comb
Foot powder
Nail cutter
Personal belonging items
Passport
Cash Visa / credit card
Cell phone
Power bank backup and charger – The standard voltage of electricity in Nepal is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric or electronic appliances in Nepal without a voltage converter.
Camera / Gopro
Gears we provide in a cost:
Cooking gas & stove
Rock pitton
Tape Sling
Fixed rope and snow bar
Cooking Pot and Kitchen equipment
Good quality two men sleeping tent at base camp
Sleeping bag
Mattress form
Sherpa Brothers office bag for packing daily trip gear this will be carried by our porters
Particular area trekking map
(Personal climbing equipment) need to bring or can hire in Kathmandu:
Dynamic rope
Jumar
Crampons
Carapina
Finger Eight
Thermos for hot water
Ice Axe
Main rope
Good quality Climbing equipment set such as full mountaineering Climbing boot, upper/ lower body protection cloth set, cold resistance anti frostbite hand and feet wear shocks, gloves, hat, snow Goggles, Headlight
Reservation cancellations policy
There will be no fees associated with cancellations made more than 45 days prior to departure.
A penalty of 30% of the total trip cost will apply for cancellations made between 30 and 44 days prior to departure.
60% of the total trip cost will be lost for cancellations made between 15 and 29 days prior to departure.
If a cancellation is made 14 days prior to departure, there will be no reimbursement.
Additional specifications
When making your reservation, please let us know about any special needs you may have so that we can make responsible efforts to accommodate your requests and special requirements, as long as the locations and resources allow.
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