Lobuche East Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek-17 days

Welcome to Kathmandu, once you have processed your immigration and retrieved your luggage at the airport, you will be greeted by a representative from our staff. You are then transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle. After reaching the hotel, you can take some time to rest and relax. Later in the afternoon, you may explore the streets of Thamel and shop, for any trekking or climbing gear you may need for the expedition. If you already have everything prepared, you can enjoy some free time exploring the nearby streets. In the evening, a welcome dinner will be arranged at a traditional Nepalese restaurant; where you can enjoy local food and experience a Nepali cultural program. After dinner, you can return to your hotel and spend the comfortable night in Kathmandu.

• Max Elevation: 1400 meters (Kathmandu)
• Travel Distance: 6 to 8 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 20 to 30 minutes
• Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
• Meal: Dinner

The day begins with a briefing from your climbing Sherpa guide, covering the important safety procedures, expected weather conditions, the climbing plan, and the equipment needed for the journey. A complete gear check is also carried out to make sure all essential trekking and climbing equipment is ready; including suitable boots for high-altitude conditions. The day also provides some flexibility in case of flight delays or if additional preparation is needed; before heading to the Everest region. During your free time, you can visit some of Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. This day is dedicated to cultural sightseeing, preparation and rest before the trip. After the preparation and sightseeing, return to the hotel and spend the night in Kathmandu.

• Max Elevation: 1,400 meters (Kathmandu)
• Travel Distance: 15 to 20 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 6 to 7 hours
• Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

The journey starts with an early morning flight from Kathmandu to the Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla. This flight is about 35 minutes and provides a view of valleys, rivers, terraced hills and distant peaks from the Himalayas. Flight schedules can sometimes change due to weather conditions, so some flexibility may be needed. During the peak seasons, flights might be operated from Ramechhap, not from Kathmandu. Once you arrive in Lukla, you will meet the trekking group including porters and support personnel before starting the trek towards Phakding. It starts from an easy descent down from Lukla and soon links up to the main trail to Everest Base Camp. This trek involves stone walls, chortens, prayer flags, suspension bridges and then small Sherpa settlements are passed. The Dudh Koshi River runs alongside most of the path, offering the opportunity for some of the mountains, prayer wheels, and greenery surrounding the route to be seen. When you arrive at Phakding after approximately 3 to 4 hours of walking you will have reached the end of the trek. After reaching the village, you can rest and enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings. Spend the night at a tea house or lodge in Phakding.

• Max Elevation: 2,610 meters (Phakding)
• Travel Distance: 7 to 8 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 3 to 4 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

From Phakding, you walk towards Namche Bazaar after breakfast. This trail follows the Dudh Koshi River and is situated within a few small settlements, waterfalls and suspension bridges. Along the way, you can enjoy views of Thamserku, Kusum Khagkaru, and other surrounding peaks. The trail then leads to Monjo, the gate to Sagarmatha, where the permission papers are verified. Trail then passes through the last village before Namche Bazaar, Jorsale, and then arrives at the famed Hillary Suspension Bridge. Once you cross the bridge, the path flattens out as it heads uphill to Namche Bazaar. If you are lucky enough, you can also get the views of Mount Everest for the first time on the way to Namche Bazaar, and Lhotse, Tawache and other Himalayan peaks is possible on a clear day. On the way, stop by a view point to enjoy the mountain landscape before heading to Namche. Namche Bazaar is the main town of the Khumbu region and is also an important stop on the acclimatisation journey. If the trek falls on Saturday, you can get to explore the market it is a time when the local market might operate, selling traditional items and local products. Upon arriving at the village of Namche, you have the opportunity to relax and learn about the local area. Spend the night at a tea house or lodge in Namche Bazaar.

• Max Elevation: 3,440 meters (Namche Bazaar)
• Travel Distance: 10 to 12 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 5 to 6 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

You can use this day wisely as a critical accommodation day in Namche Bazaar, where your body needs time to acclimatize itself to the higher altitude before you traverse to the higher elevations. A short hike to a higher elevation with subsequent rest at Namche is a typical method used to achieve the gradual acclimatization. To enjoy the panoramic views of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse and other surrounding peaks, you can go hiking to the Everest View Hotel at about 3,880m. Other alternatives are short treks to nearby villages in Khumjung and Khunde or hikes to the longer destination. Namche Bazaar itself has plenty to explore, including the Sherpa Culture Museum, which provides information about Sherpa traditions, mountaineering history, local flora, and fauna. The town also has teahouses, bakeries, restaurants, souvenir shops and internet cafés, providing some modern comforts before getting further off the track. Khumjung is also famous for its monastery, linked to the traditional display of the Yeti scalp, and the Hillary School. After exploring Namche and its surroundings, return to the lodge and spend the night in Namche Bazaar.

• Max Elevation: 3,880 meters (Everest View Hotel)
• Travel Distance: 4 to 6 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 3 to 4 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

From Namche Bazar, the hike starts with a gentle ascent on a ridge with stunning views to the surrounding peaks including Thamserku, Kusum Kanguru, Kantega, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam etc. The trail then continues through forests and small settlements such as Sanasa and Kyangjuma. As you continue, you arrive at the junction of the trails for Gokyo Valley and Everest Base Camp. The trail to the Everest Base Camp passes through the forest and eventually arrives at the Dudh Koshi River. On the far side of the suspension bridge, you will arrive in the tiny village of Phunki Tenga, where you will find water-powered prayer wheels. The Phunki Tenga trail leads through both rhododendron and pine woods and ascends with increasing steepness until it reaches Tengboche. Tengboche is at 3,860m on a ridge, seen as the spiritual hub of the Khumbu region and the site of the renowned Tengboche Monastery. The monastery provides wonderful panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Everest, Lhotse and other peaks around the Himalayas. If the time is appropriate, you are also allowed to participate in the evening prayer ceremony which is held around 3pm and experience the calm of the monastery. Once you have explored Tengboche, head back to the lodge for an overnight stay at Tengboche.

• Max Elevation: 3,860 meters (Tengboche)
• Travel Distance: 9 to 10 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 5 to 6 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

The trail moves to the more elevated valleys of the Khumbu region. From Tengboche, this trek heads through the Musk Deer Track and heads down to Deboche, where it reaches the Imja River. After crossing a suspension bridge, the trail climbs gradually toward Pangboche. There are several chortens and mani walls along the way, as well as some small settlements and traditional stone buildings. Pangboche is another wonderful place to stop for a few days, and you will enjoy a stunning and different kind of view of Ama Dablam from here. The old monastery and the traditional mountain culture of the village are also remarkable. From Pangboche, the trail continues mostly alongside the Imja River. On the way a number of suspension bridges and small settlements are encountered before an area breaks out flat and opens out towards Dingboche. Dingboche is located in a wide valley enclosed by stone-walled fields to shelter the crops from the cold wind of the mountain. As the altitude increases, the vegetation becomes thinner and the landscape more alpine. It also provides spectacular vistas of the nearby mountains, Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Island Peak. Once you arrive at Dingboche, you can take a break and enjoy the scenic mountain view while you spend the night in a tea house or lodge in Dingboche.

• Max Elevation: 4,410 meters (Dingboche)
• Travel Distance: 10 to 11 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 5 to 6 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

It is another acclimatization day in Dingboche to get your body accustomed to the higher altitude before heading to Everest Base Camp and Lobuche East climbing section next day. Gradual acclimatisation is achieved by a short hike to an elevated point followed by rest in Dingboche. One choice is to trek up towards Nagarjun Hill, which is approximately 5,083 meters high and provides broad vistas of Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, Tawache, Ama Dablam, Island Peak, and other mountains. The walk is a bit strenuous in parts but the higher vantage point views of the mountain makes it worthwhile. Alternatively, you can hike towards Chhukung Village at approximately 4,730 m. Depending on the group's health and time, some trekkers decide to visit the Ama Dablam Base Camp or the ancient Nangkartshang Monastery. The rest of the day is free for relaxation and preparation for the higher sections of the journey. Your climbing guide will also check the climbing equipment and discuss the upcoming summit attempt, including basic technical climbing requirements. After the day's activities, return to the lodge, and spend the night in Dingboche, with a warmly served meal.

• Max Elevation: 5,083 meters (Nagarjun Hill)
• Travel Distance: 5 to 7 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 4 to 6 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

The trek continues towards the higher elevations of the Everest region, after acclimatizing in Dingboche. Trail starts with a gentle ascent through the valley, crossing a chorten and leading toward Thukla. As you travel, you pass farmland, open meadows and views of mountains as the terrain becomes more rugged. Then it starts to climb from Thukla towards the ridge of Chukpi Lari, also called Thukla Pass, becoming more steep. There are several stone memorials in this area, which are dedicated to the memory of climbers who died during expeditions in the Everest region. The memorials serve as a solemn reminder of the difficulties, and dangers of mountain climbing at altitude. After passing the memorials, the trail continues along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. The path is now easier heading further on to Lobuche, a small village with glacial landscape and high peaks on the horizon. Lobuche is located below Lobuche Peak and provides a view of Nuptse and surrounding peaks. As the altitude increases, the air becomes thinner and the colder conditions become more noticeable. After reaching the village, you can rest and enjoy the mountain scenery; including the sunset over Nuptse. Spend the night at a tea house or lodge in Lobuche.

• Max Elevation: 4,910 meters (Lobuche)
• Travel Distance: 11 to 12 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 5 to 6 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

This is one of the major days of the trek as you head toward Everest Base Camp. After Lobuche, the path winds through the high altitude scenery towards Gorakshep, which takes you around 3 hours. The route becomes more rugged, as you walk closer to the Khumbu Glacier, with views of surrounding peaks and glacial terrain. After reaching Gorakshep, you will have some time to rest and have lunch; before continuing toward Everest Base Camp, which takes you 2 hours for ascending and 2 hours descending. The trail follows the rocky moraine and glacier area; with changing views of the Khumbu Glacier and surrounding mountains. After reaching Everest Base Camp at 5,364 meters, you can spend some time exploring the area and enjoying the views of the Khumbu Glacier, ice formations, and nearby Himalayan peaks. Climbing in spring seasons can be particularly hectic at base camp. Then you'll spend a night in Gorakshep and head back to Everest Base Camp. This can be a challenging day given the elevation and the hours on your feet, but the pace and effort will be comfortable and steady.

• Max Elevation: 5,364 meters (Everest Base Camp)
• Travel Distance: 12 to 13 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 7 to 8 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

An early morning trek to Kala Patthar, one of the most popular viewpoints of the Everest region, starts the day before the sun rises. The trail gradually ascends from Gorakshep, and the massive Pumori Peak rises above the surrounding landscape; and short breaks along the way provide time to rest and enjoy the changing views. Kala Patthar at 5,545m will be the final destination after about two hours of climb. From the rocky viewpoint, the first rays of sunlight illuminate Mount Everest and the surrounding peaks. One of the unforgettable moments in the journey is the panoramic view of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori and other mountains in the Himalaya, which are visible from this place. Once you have seen the sunrise and the views of the mountains, you will go back down to Gorakshep for breakfast and a rest. The hike then heads south to Lobuche, which changes the emphasis from the Everest Base Camp area to the new climbing section, Lobuche East. After reaching Lobuche, you will have time to rest and prepare the necessary technical climbing equipment for the next stage. Enjoy the hot meals after a long day; and spend the night at the camp in Lobuche.

• Max Elevation: 5,545 meters (Kala Patthar)
• Travel Distance: 10 to 12 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 5 to 6 hours
• Accommodation: Tented Camp
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

This day marks the beginning of the technical climbing section of the journey. From Lobuche, the route heads toward Lobuche East High Camp through rocky and steep terrain. Depending on the conditions, crampons, climbing harnesses, ropes, and other mountaineering equipment may be used during the ascent. The trail gradually becomes steeper as it approaches the glacier and climbing sections. Fixed ropes may be used on steeper parts of the route, with guidance from the climbing team. The final section leads toward the high camp, which is located on a narrow ridge with impressive views of the surrounding mountains. Weather conditions can change quickly at this altitude, with strong winds and cold temperatures possible. The climbing team will monitor the conditions and adjust the pace or plans when necessary. After reaching Lobuche East High Camp, you will have time to settle into the tent, check the climbing equipment, and prepare for the early morning summit attempt. An early rest is recommended before the main climbing day. Spend the night at the tented camp at Lobuche East High Camp.

• Max Elevation: 5,400 to 5,600 meters (Lobuche East High Camp)
• Travel Distance: 4 to 5 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 4 to 5 hours
• Accommodation: Tented Camp
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today is the main climbing day of the Lobuche East Peak expedition. The summit push begins very early in the morning, when the weather and snow conditions are generally more suitable for climbing. From the climbing area, the route continues across rocky and snowy terrain toward the higher sections of Lobuche East. The climb includes steep and technical sections where crampons, climbing harnesses, ropes, and other mountaineering equipment are used. Your climbing guide will support you throughout the climb and help maintain a safe pace based on the weather, trail conditions, and the condition of the climbing team. After several hours of climbing, you will reach the summit of Lobuche East at 6,119 meters. In clear weather, the summit offers wide views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Cholatse, and other Himalayan peaks. The time spent at the summit depends on weather conditions, safety, and the physical condition of the team. After enjoying the summit views and taking photographs, the descent begins. The downhill section also requires careful movement across steep and snowy terrain. After completing the summit push, you will continue descending toward Pheriche. Once you reach Pheriche, you can rest, enjoy your meals, and recover after the demanding summit day. You spend the night at a tea house or lodge in Pheriche.

• Max Elevation: 6,119 meters (Lobuche East Peak)
• Travel Distance: 7 to 8 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 8 to 10 hours
• Accommodation:  Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After the successful Lobuche East summit, you will begin the trek from Pheriche toward Namche Bazaar. The trail gradually descends through the familiar mountain landscapes, passing through Pangboche and Tengboche. As you move to lower elevations, the air becomes easier to breathe and the temperatures are generally warmer. From Tengboche, the trail continues through forests and small settlements before following the Dudh Koshi River. The route includes some uphill and downhill sections as you make your way toward Namche Bazaar. The changing scenery and improved oxygen levels make the trek more comfortable after the demanding summit day. After reaching Namche Bazaar, you will have some free time to rest and explore the town. You can visit local restaurants, bakeries, souvenir shops, and other stores around the busy streets. In the evening, a team dinner can be arranged to celebrate the successful Lobuche East summit and share memories of the trekking and climbing experience. After a warm and relaxing meal, spend the night at a tea house or lodge in Namche Bazaar.

• Max Elevation: 3,440 meters (Namche Bazaar)
• Travel Distance: 13 to 14 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 5 to 6 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

This is the final trekking day of the journey, with the trail descending from Namche Bazaar toward Lukla. The route follows the familiar Everest Base Camp trail and passes through small mountain villages, forests, and suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River and other glacier-fed streams. As the altitude decreases, the air becomes warmer and the vegetation becomes greener. The walk offers a chance to revisit some of the landscapes and villages seen earlier in the journey while gradually making your way toward Lukla. After reaching Lukla, there will be time to rest and prepare for the flight to Kathmandu or Ramechhap the following day. Your gear can also be packed and checked in preparation for the early morning departure. If the weather and schedule allow, the evening can include a small celebration with the trekking and climbing crew to mark the completion of the trek and successful summit attempt. Spend the night at a tea house or lodge in Lukla, and enjoy the warmly served meals.

• Max Elevation: 2,860 meters (Lukla)
• Travel Distance: 18 to 20 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 6 to 7 hours
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, you will head to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla for your flight back to Kathmandu. The short flight offers one final opportunity to enjoy views of the hills, valleys, and Himalayan landscapes from above. Flight schedules from Lukla can sometimes be affected by weather conditions, so the departure time may change. Some flights may also operate via Ramechhap depending on the season and airport operations. After arriving in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for rest or some final shopping and exploration around the city. In the evening, you can enjoy a relaxed dinner and reflect on the trekking and climbing experience before your departure the following day. Spend the night at your 3-star hotel in Kathmandu after a successful trek.

• Max Elevation: 1,400 meters (Kathmandu)
• Travel Distance: 135 kilometers by air
• Travel Hours: 30 to 35 minutes flight
• Accommodation: Tea house /Lodge
• Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, you will have some free time before your scheduled departure. Our representative will assist you with your transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your flight time. Make sure you have all your personal belongings and travel documents with you before leaving the hotel. You can then head to the airport for your onward journey, taking home the memories of your Lobuche East Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek. We hope you had a memorable time in Nepal and look forward to welcoming you again for another Himalayan adventure.

• Max Elevation: 1,400 meters (Kathmandu)
• Travel Distance: 6 to 8 kilometers
• Travel Hours: 20 to 30 minutes
• Meal: Breakfast