Lobuche Peak Climbing
Although a challenging climb, Lobuche Peak Climbing is favored as a favorite climbing venture by most climbers. Beginning the trip with endearing treks through Sherpa villages and Sagarmatha National Park, the journey culminates at the summit of the Lobuche Peak (6119m). The summit has a panoramic view of Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse (8,414 m), Ama Dablam (6,856 m), Nuptse (7,861 m), Cholatse (6,335 m), and Pumo Ri (7,165 m). The trek prior to the climb also takes you along the classic Everest Base Camp Trek revealing a number of cultural attractions as well.
This 20-day climbing journey begins at Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, you will visit some UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and prepare for the trek. You will take a flight to Tenzing-Hilary Airstrip in Lukla and begin trekking. The trek passes through popular Sherpa villages namely Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep en route to Everest Base Camp. Walk along with other climbers and trekkers, and locals, and yaks on the trek. A short hike from Gorakshep will take you to Kalapatthar that offers the up-close sight of the Everest summit.
Afterward, you’ll descend back to Lobuche village and take a detour east of the village to arrive at Lobuche High Camp (5,400m) located at the southwest ridge of the peak. The final climb accounts for a sharp ascent with an exposed ridge that poses difficulty. You will use fixed rope and climb up with the help of ice-axe and crampons. Once at the summit, you’ll be welcomed with the beautiful sight of the Everest Mountain Range. Afterward, you’ll descend to Pangboche village and trek back to Lukla via Namche. Compared to most other small-peaks, Lobuche requires some climbing and technical knowledge. Lobuche East remains accessible during two different seasons, spring (Mar-Jun) and autumn (Sep-Nov).
Danphe Adventure Treks specializes travel and tour around Nepal. You can join our fixed group or indulge in a private trip at a reasonable cost. Our Sherpa leaders are experienced and have led a countless number of trips to Lobuche Peak. They will accompany and support you every step of the way.
Trip Highlights
- An tour of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu; Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath and Boudhanath
- Views of the Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8414m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Nuptse (7861m), and other peaks
- Climb one of the most technical small peaks in Nepal, the Lobuche Peak (6119m)
- A trek to the Everest Base Camp and hike to Kalapatthar
- Rejoice in the bio-diversity of the Sagarmatha National Park
Trip Itinerary
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Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel (No meals) | 1,300m
You’ll be greeted by one of our representatives at the airport. They will escort you to your hotel where you meet your Sherpa guide and discuss the itinerary in detail. You can visit the neighborhood or the nearby market to shop for needed gear, equipment, or accessory in your free time. Overnight in Kathmandu.
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Day 02: Full day of sightseeing of Kathmandu valley (B)
While we obtain the necessary permits for you, you will do some sightseeing of Kathmandu valley. The historical valley is home to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. You will visit these places with a tour guide. These sites are the glorious symbols of the medieval Nepali culture and architecture. Overnight in Kathmandu.
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Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (B, L, D) | 2,610m
A short 30-minute flight will take you to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla. Located 140km northeast of Kathmandu, Lukla serves as the gateway to Everest region. Shortly after you land in Lukla, you’ll commence trekking and head to the village of Phakding. The trek to Phakding is mostly downhill and follows the Dudh Koshi River for the entirety. Overnight in Phakding.
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Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (B, L, D) | 3,440m
Leaving Phakding, you will trek through Dudh Koshi valley to arrive at Jorsalle. A bit further of Jorsalle lies Monjo village which serves as the entry point to Sagarmatha National Park. After getting your permits checked, you will continue along the trail to reach the popular Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar. Namche is a brilliant stop for trekkers and travelers of the Everest region. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
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Day 05: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization (B, L, D)
Today, you will spend the day acclimatizing at Namche Bazaar. Namche remains popular for its many lodges, restaurants and shops. You can explore the Khumjung and Khunde villages, a highlight to spend the acclimatization day. You will get to witness the Sherpa lifestyle and culture. Visit the photo gallery and Sherpa Culture Museum to understand the lifestyle and culture better. You can also choose to make a short hike to the Everest View Hotel. Overnight in Namche.
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Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (B, L, D) | 3,860m
Leaving Namche, you will continue through the Dudh Koshi valley to reach the scenic destination of Tengboche. You will reach Phunki Thanga and trek along the rocky terrain to reach Tengboche. It also sports a beautiful sight of Ama Dablam (6856m) to the east. Tengboche is home to the popular Tengboche Monastery, the largest Buddhist monastery in the region. Overnight in Tengboche.
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Day 07: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (B, L, D) | 4,410m
Leaving Tengboche, the trail descends to Debuche village. Trail from there goes through beautiful rhododendron forest. Cross Imja Khola and walk towards Pangboche along a myriad of monasteries along the way. Pangboche also offers a great view of Ama Dablam (6856m). Walking along a scenic trail, you will arrive at the traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche. Overnight in Dingboche.
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Day 08: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization (B, L, D)
You will spend the day acclimatizing at Dingboche. It is a popular rest stop for trekkers and climbers. Enjoy the beautiful sight of the surrounding Chhukung and Imja valleys. You can also hike up to Nangkar Tshang (5616m). From there, you can enjoy the view of Lobuche East (6,119m), Lobuche West (6,145 m), Taboche Peak (6,367 m) and Ama Dablam (6,856m). Overnight in Dingboche.
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Day 09: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (B, L, D) | 4,910m
From Dingboche, you will head along the snow moraine and rocks to reach Lobuche village. Lobuche is a small village inhabited by Sherpas. It lies at the intersection of Lobuche Peak (6119m) and the Everest Base Camp Trail. While at Lobuche, you can enjoy the beautiful sights of Lobuche (6119m), Pumo Ri (7165m), and Nuptse (7861m). Overnight in Lobuche.
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Day 10: Lobuche to Everest Base camp & Back to Gorakshep (B, L, D) | 5,364m
A 3-4 hours walk from Lobuche will take you to Gorakshep village and the Indian army mountaineers’ memorials in the village. After a somewhat intense walk because of the thinning air, you will reach Everest Base Camp. Once at the base camp, you can explore Khumbu Glacier and take photos. Numerous Himalayas including Nuptse (7861m), Lingtren (6749m), and Pumo Ri (7165m) also make grand entrance as you explore around the base camp. Afterward, you will retrace your path and head back to Gorakshep. Overnight in Gorakshep.
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Day 11: Gorakshep to Kalapatthar & Back to Lobuche (B, L, D) | 5,550m
You will start early and make a short hike to Kalapatthar. The path will take some work. Kalapatthar is one of the most popular landmarks of the Everest region. From here, you can catch a beautiful sunrise along with a close view of the Mt. Everest (8848m) along with other peaks of Lhotse (8414m), Cho Oyu (8188m), and Ama Dablam (6856m). After a brief tour, you will retrace your path and head back to Lobuche village. Overnight in Lobuche.
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Day 12: Trek from Lobuche to High Camp (B, L, D) | 5,400m
Today, you will make your way along the Lobuche glacier to reach Lobuche High Camp. Leaving Lobuche village, the trail moves along the glacier that offers a great scenery of Ama Dablam (6856m), Cholatse (6,335m), Thamserku (6,608m), and Kangtega (6,685m). After a hefty 4 hour trek, you will reach the campsite. Here, you will spend your time acclimatizing and preparing for the summit. Your guide will help you with pre-climb training and offer essential tips about summit climbing. Overnight in Lobuche High Camp.
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Day 13: High Camp to Summit & Back to High Camp (B, L, D) | 6,119m
The push for summit begins early morning around 2 am. You start early to avoid bad weather. You will begin climbing the rock surface up to around 5,770m and then take on ice-wall. Fixed ropes will be available wherever necessary. The final ascent will be made through the challenging exposed ridge. On top, sight of the entire valley, and the Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8414m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Cholatse (6335m), and Pumo Ri (7165m) awaits you. Afterward, you will make your way back to the high camp. Overnight in Lobuche High Camp.
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Day 14: Reserve day (B, L, D)
This day is reserved in case of bad weather the previous day. If the climb was cancelled yesterday then, today you start up towards the summit again and complete the climb.
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Day 15: Trek from Lobuche High Camp to Pangboche (B, L, D) | 3,930m
After an early breakfast, you will retrace your path and start descending to Pangboche village. You will pass through Lobuche village and head towards Pheriche. From Pheriche, you will head further down to arrive at the quaint village of Pangboche. You can choose to visit the Pangboche monastery in the evening. Overnight in Pangboche.
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Day 16: Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar (B, L, D) | 3,440m
Leaving Pangboche, you will retrace your path via Imja Khola crossing the Dudh Koshi River. On the way, you cross a suspension bridge and pass through vividly alive forests of rhododendron and juniper trees. Pass through the popular Tengboche village en route. You can visit the Tengboche Monastery if you had not already before heading back to Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
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Day 17: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (B, L, D) | 2,800m
You will make your way back to Lukla today as you walk through Monjo and Jorsalle village. The trail follows a steep path leading all the way to Phakding via Monjo and makes a final stop at Lukla. This trek is long and will take 6-7 hours. Get plenty of rest in Lukla once you arrive. Overnight in Lukla.
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Day 18: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel (B) | 1,300m
You will catch an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. While coming back, you can catch a last aerial view of the Himalaya. Our company representative will escort you back to your hotel once you arrive in Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, enjoy the hustle of the city and explore the Newar heritages around your stay. Overnight in Kathmandu.
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Day 19: Leisure day in Kathmandu (B)
Today is a leisure day. You can choose to tour the city or relax in the hotel. You can also choose to visit Thamel area to shop for souvenirs. Also, the flights from Lukla can get cancelled due to bad weather. You can also return to Kathmandu on this day instead of the previous day. Overnight in Kathmandu.
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Day 20: Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure (B)
We’ll drop you off to Tribhuvan International Airport for your scheduled flight back home. You will leave for the airport approximately 2 hours early to avoid any delay. You are always welcome for another visit to the land of Himalayas.
