Lobouche East Peak Mountaineering Expedition
Lobouche Peak, Khumbu Region
This is one of the most challenging 'trekking peaks' in the Everest region. It is moderately technical and our route ascends the South Ridge to a high snow camp from where we continue to the summit at 6119m.
We start by climbing an ice ramp towards the south East Ridge, which is a mixture of moderately steep snow and ice. We ascend steadily to a plateau at around 6000m, and then traverse to an exposed ridge, which we will follow up to the summit. From the summit top, we get epic views of Ama Dablam , Makalu, Lhotse, Everest, Nuptse, Changtse (in Tibet), Pumori, Gyachung Kang and Cho Oyu.
Although no previous climbing experience is required you must be very fit and have extensive outdoor experience to participate in this Expedition.
Trek Itinerary
- Day 1
- Arrive Kathmandu
Pick-up from airport, transfer to hotel, trek briefing.
Welcome dinner at Kathmandu’s finest Nepali restaurant.
- Day 2
- Kathmandu - Half Day City Tour/Sightseeing
Visit the ancient temples and monuments of old Kathmandu.
Lunch and Trek Briefing with free time for sightseeing.
- Day 3
- Fly to Lukla (2830m) and trek (3-4 hours) to Phakding (2650m)
Early morning flight in a twin otter airplane to Lukla.
Half day trek on the ‘Everest Highway’ following the Dudh Kosi river to Phakding.
- Day 4
- Trek (5-6 hours) to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Trek mostly uphill to the thriving Bazaar and sherpa capital of Namche. First views of Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kwangde and Taweche.
- Day 5
- Rest and acclimatisation day at Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Explore the interesting trading capital of Namche Bazaar.
Kick back, write postcards or take a short walk to fantastic view point of Mount Everest.
- Day 6
- Trek (5-6 Hours) to Tengboche (3870m)
We descend down to cross the Dudh Kosi river to Phunki Tenga for lunch. Arrive at the famous Tengboche Monastery to watch the monks perform their daily rituals.
- Day 7
- Trek (4-5 hours) to Dingboche (4420m)
Trek through beautiful Rhododendron forest, cross the Imja river to Shomare for lunch.
Trek opens up and becomes more barren leaving the forest transitioning into the alpine zone.
- Day 8
- Rest and acclimatisation at Dingboche (4420m)
You can climb a high ridge line that takes you over 5000m to aid acclimatisation and gives you great views of Ama Dablam and her lakes, Island Peak, Mansalu and then chill out in the afternoon sun.
- Day 9
- Trek (4-5 hours) to Lobouche (4930m)
Make a gradual ascent to Thukla for lunch. Climb steeply up the terminal moraine of Khumbu Glacier paying respect to memorials of those who have lost their lives on Everest.
- Day 10
- Trek (7-8 hours) to Everest Base Camp (5380m) and return to Gorak Shep (5180m)
Cross Changri and Khumbu glaciers for lunch at Gorak Shep. Trek onto reach EBC viewing the Khumbu Glacier & ice fall and returning to Gorak Shep to spend the night.
- Day 11
- Ascend Kala Patthar (5545m) and Trek (6-7 hours) to Pangboche (3930m)
Exceptional views of Mount Everest from this classic view point of Kala Patthar and lunch at Gorak Shep.
Descend down to Pangboche to experience village life of the Sherpa.
- Day 12
- Trek (4-5 hours) to Lobouche Peak Base Camp (4720m)
A mello trek along the glacial moraine to LPBC. Rest and some exploration of the valley.
- Day 13
- Rest and acclimatisation at Lobouche Base Camp (4720m)
Relax and practice with our crampons, axes and jumar technique on the ropes in preparation for the climb.
- Day 14
- Ascend (4-5 hours) to Lobouche High Camp (5436m)
We ascend to advanced base camp enabling us a good head start to maximise your chance of gaining the summit.
- Day 15
- Summit Lobouche East Peak (6119m)
Early 3am start climbing an ice ramp towards the South East Ridge, which is a mixture of moderately steep snow and ice. We ascend steadily to a plateau at around 6000m, and then traverse to an exposed ridge, which we will follow up to the summit. From the summit top, we get epic views of Ama Dablam , Makalu, Lhotse, Everest, Nuptse, Changtse (in Tibet), Pumori, Gyachung Kang and Cho Oyu. Return to Lobouche Base Camp for rest and relax.
- Day 16
- Extra day for attempting Lobouche summit and back to Lobouche Base Camp
- Day 17
- Trek to Pangboche (3900m)
Descend down to Pangboche to experience village life of the Sherpa.
- Day 18
- Trek (4-5 hours) to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Back to the interesting bazaar to relax, write postcards, drink & eat good coffee & food and some shopping while soaking up the atmosphere.
- Day 19
- Trek (3-4 hours) to Lukla
We descend down the valley following the Dudh Kosi for lunch at Phakding. Onto Lukla and a dinner party to celebrate our last night on the trek and completion of a successful journey.
- Day 20
- Fly Lukla to Kathmandu
Stay in a hotel in Kathmandu to chill out, relax and do some sightseeing.
- Day 21
- Kathmandu Farewell Dinner/Party
Free time to sightsee, shop and relax.
Farewell dinner party and celebration with the trekking team.
- Day 22
- Departure
Onward travel or return home to catch-up with friends and family.