The most rewarding peak climbing route in the Nepali Himalayas is a 16-day trek to Lobuche. It is an amazing climb up Lobuche East with Himalayan adventure and a glacial experience while exploring innumerable towering peaks, including the unmatched grandeur of Mount Everest.
Of course, reaching the summit of Lobuche Peak is difficult, and the journey there starts by taking the usual path to Everest Base Camp. The dynamic flight to Lukla (Tenzing Hillary Airport) and the ensuing steady ascent past numerous distinctive settlements with stone homes, lush forests, glaciers, open grassland, and pastures while taking in the breathtaking views of the area's tall, stunning mountains leads to the base of Lobuche Peak. Getting ready and pushing through the difficult ascent leads to the summit.
Finally, the incredible 360-degree view of numerous high-raised peaks, including Mt. Everest, from a high height gives you a sense of accomplishment. The Lobuche Peak can be climbed more easily and painlessly with a perfect view of the entire domain, though, if you plan to do so at a suitable time of the year. All climbers are encouraged to attempt Lobuche Peak in the spring and fall.
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2,642 m) and trek to Phakding (2,562 m)
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Day 5: Namche Bazaar: (Acclimatization day)
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3,867 m)
Day 7: Trek to Pheriche (3,867 m)
Day 8: Pheriche: (Acclimatization day)
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche village (3,940 m)
Day 10: Trek to Lobuche lower base camp (4865 m)
Day 11: Trek to Lobuche Higher base camp (5,600 m)
Day 12: Summit day (6,119 m) and trek down to Lobuche village (3,940 m)
Day 13: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Day 14: Trek to Lukla (2,642 m)
Day 15: Fly to Kathmandu (1,300 m)
Day 16: Departure day
Cost Includes:
Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private tourist vehicle.
Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast (3 nights).
Basic guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms.
Local licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests.)
Food, accommodation, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
Everest National Park permits and Khumbu permits for trekking.
Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airports.
All our government taxes, vat, and tourist service charges.
Official expenses.
Cost Excludes:
Dinner and lunch in Kathmandu except for farewell dinner.
Your expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, bar bills, showers, etc.
Internet facility, battery chargers, multi-plugs, etc.
Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.
Extra porter if you require.
Personal trekking equipment.
Your travel insurance covers Helicopter evacuation.
Medical expenses and trip cancellation.
Any other extended trips and accommodation.
Tips of guide, porters, and driver as a token of appreciation.
Monument entrance fee for sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in the “cost includes” list.
Nepal arrival visa.
* This tour can be fully customized as per your requirement.
Day 1: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300 m)
Following your arrival hour at Tribhuwan International Airport (Kathmandu), our company representatives will be waiting to welcome you warmly and for a shift towards a luxury tourist standard hotel. Additionally, we attend a short meeting at head office for an ordinary discussion about the upcoming trek.
Day 2: Rock climbing course or sightseeing valley
After attending morning light breakfast, we march ahead towards Nagarjuna hill site to attempt a dashing climb at the natural rock for practicing and understanding the proper uses of ropes, harnesses, Ice axe, Crampons, and other entire climbing gear. Beyond that, if you don’t require that basic training then you are recommended to explore and sightsee some major attractions throughout the valley. Finally, after monitoring some major sites, we return to finalize essential trekking gear for an upcoming trek long night will be spent at the same hotel.
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2,642 m) and trek to Phakding (2,562 m)
Early morning after having breakfast, we will be shifted to Tribhuwan International Airport by our private vehicle to catch (a 30 to 35-minute) Himalayan scenic flight and fair landing at Lukla (gateway of Khumbu/Everest region). Leaving Lukla, we start our short (3 to 4 hours) trek downhill towards the Sherpa settlement of Cheplung following Dudh Koshi valley to step Phakding. Finally after reaching Phakding, accommodation, and dinner will be managed at the lodge.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Today soon after having breakfast, we march ahead by leaving several unique settlements, suspension bridges, and lush forests behind en route to encounter an official permit checkpoint (entrance to Sagarmatha National Park). After that, continuing walk towards the junction point of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi Rivers attempting a certain upward hike with an opening view of giant Everest leads to Namche Bazaar (The largest Sherpa settlement in the Everest region). Tonight’s accommodation and dinner will be hosted at the lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 5: Namche Bazaar: (Acclimatization day)
Instantly, we are already above 3,400 m of height than sea level so before ascending additional height, today we focus on acclimatization. We don’t trigger our trek forward but according to your desire, we will schedule a plan to explore nearby minor Sherpa settlements including Khumjung, or hike up to the old Sherpa village of Thame. In the remaining hours, you can hang out in Internet coffee shops and cafes or visit museums. This night, we stay at the same lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3,867 m):
Leaving Namche Bazaar behind after breakfast, we follow a curvy hillside trail holding rhododendron forests, memorial stupas, and Sherpa settlements, which leads us to Kyangjumg. Moving ahead, by observing numerous snowcapped mountains and crossing the suspension bridge over Dudh Koshi River entering Imja Khola valley along two hours more pull towards the hilltop greets Tengboche. The few remaining hours will be spent exploring Tengboche Monastery (an ancient monastery of the Khumbu region) and the night will be spent at the lodge there.
Day 7: Trek to Pheriche (3,867 m)
Today after enjoying breakfast at Tengboche, we develop our steps ahead by following the walking path designed by stone steps towards Chaturje by crossing the suspension bridge at Imja River. Therefore catching the flat walking trail, we cross the alpine meadow and yak heard ahead before meeting the junction point of the Everest three passes trail and the standard Everest base camp trail. After that, continuing a steady walk through the standard route leads us to Pheriche pass along catching a gentle downward hike passing stone walls takes to Pheriche for staying overnight.
Day 8: Pheriche: (Acclimatization day)
Honestly, this day is also separated from acclimatization day because we are near the height of 4,000m from sea level. We don’t add extra elevation on our trip but we schedule to develop an hour hike towards the ridge to sight stunning views of multiple towering peaks and as well as to adapt to the thinner air. The remaining hours can be spent examining Tokyo Medical University Clinic or preparing muscles for the tough climb ahead. This night will also be spent at the same lodge in Pheriche.
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche village (3,940 m)
Attending early morning breakfast, we initially follow the valley trail which leads towards Dhughla. Therefore, we head forward catching an uphill trail on a tough rocky moraine path until we reach a small pass and plateau (end of Khumbu Glacier). After that, walking down the path and continuing along the west bank of Khumbu Glacier directly takes you to Lobuche. Finally, after steeping Lobuche village, you can visit the Italian Pyramid Research Centre or hike through the nearby hills on remaining hours of the night will be spent at the lodge in Lobuche village.
Day 10: Trek to Lobuche lower base camp (4865 m)
On the tenth day after morning breakfast, the flat trail along the Lobuche Glacier with steeper and rocky steps leads towards the Lobuche base camp. Wonderful views of Mt. Amadablam, Cholatse, Pokalde, Thamserku, and many other surrounding peaks are passed while walking en route. Leisure hours will be spent enjoying the surrounding views and scanning the climbing gear. The night will be spent at a tented camp at the lower base camp of Lobuche Peak.
Day 11: Trek to Lobuche Higher base camp (5,600 m)
After having a self-prepared light breakfast, we engage for some moment in rechecking the entire climbing gear and clothes. Initially leaving lower base camp, we head towards high base camp by experiencing a walk through the rocky moraine path. However, after putting steps on high base camp, we engage in workouts for the next day's climb and take full rest during leisure hours. This night will be spent at a tented camp at the higher base camp of Lobuche Peak.
Day 12: Summit day (6,119 m) and trek down to Lobuche village (3,940 m)
Today early morning, we develop our climb by taking the help of ropes and other gears along following the Sherpa’s instructions carefully. Experiencing unique moments with adventurous climbs leads to the top for inspecting 360° stunning views from high altitudes throughout high peaks including Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and multiple other peaks surrounding Lobuche peak. After enjoying some moments at a max elevation of the trek, we retrace the same path to Lobuche village and stay overnight there.
Day 13: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Today after having breakfast, we start our walk through rocky land by retracing the same earlier developed trail enjoying multiple landscapes, vegetation, monasteries, mini walls decorated with colorful praying flags, and unique settlements. Therefore, leaving rocky land we enter Namche Bazaar (land full of greenery in the Khumbu region). Finally, tonight’s accommodation and dinner will be managed at the lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 14: Trek to Lukla (2,642 m)
After a quick morning breakfast at Namche Bazaar, initially, we drop down to cross the bridge at the junction point of two different rivers and gently ascend from there leading to Monjo. Further passing numerous attractive settlements, suspension bridges, monuments, and compact terraced fields along examining the style of survival en route takes to Lukla. Evening hours will be spent with the trekking crew members recollecting the memories created during the trek. This night will be spent at the lodge in Lukla.
Day 15: Fly to Kathmandu (1,300 m)
At the last moment in the Khumbu region, we enjoy a delicious breakfast and march forward towards Tenzing Hillary airport to board a morning scenic flight over the towering Himalayas to Kathmandu. The guide takes care of all of the airport formalities and considerations along porters will be there to shift your bag and luggage to the airport. After 30 to 35 minutes of flight, we reach Kathmandu along a private vehicle will be awaiting you to transfer there towards the fine hotel. In the evening hour, we host a farewell dinner at a Nepalese restaurant where you can enjoy cultural and traditional dance and music with typical Nepalese edible and liquor varieties.
Day 16: Departure day
On the last day of the trek managing a short time, you can move on forward for shopping to collect souvenirs for your friends, family members, and your loved ones. We help you with your necessary arrangements and pack-ups along with our private vehicle to escort you to the airport focusing on the departure schedule. Well-wishers and representatives of our company will be there to wish you and your safe steps ahead.
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Visa Information
All visitors are required to arrange a visa to enter Nepal. A Nepalese visa can be easily obtained upon arrival on arrival in Kathmandu at the airport or the Nepalese embassy abroad. But nationals from Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Liberia cannot secure the Nepalese Visa upon arrival. The Visa can also be secured at the entry points at Nepalese borders. A valid passport for at least six months and a recent digital photo (size: 1.5" x 1.5") will be required and you can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days to date.
Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passport-sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets, and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal.
Weather Information
The weather in the mountains is pretty difficult to predict. Nights are generally cooler and days are warm. The months of winter (January and February) are a bit colder but the days can be quite beautiful and warm if the sun is out. It snows during January, February, and December in the Himalayan areas.
Best time to travel
Nepal offers diversified geographical regions and so the climatic condition differs from the Himalayas to the plains. The climate varies as per the season. Nepal generally offers 4 seasons amongst which autumn and spring are the two most favorable ones for visiting Nepal. It is always wise to know about the weather and climatic condition of the place you visit. The best time to travel depends on your destination, activities, and season of travel. Our destination specialists will recommend certain travel times after learning more about your preferences. The favorable months for trekking and climbing are usually September – November, and February – April. The monsoon season is from June – August.
Physical Fitness
Even though physical fitness plays an important role in trekking you don’t have to be a super athlete or a marathon runner to trek in Nepal. Many people of good fitness for their age can complete the trek. You can prepare yourself beforehand by doing some yoga which will prepare you for your breathing as you will be going to a higher altitude. Running or hiking on hills, or going for a long walk will also help you. And if you live in an urban area running down the stairs of a tall building will also work better in keeping you fit for trekking. Though these preparations aren’t strictly compulsory, you can do well even when the preparations you do aren’t rigorous like that of some ultra-athletic person. Do these things at a moderate pace for two months or even less? And you are set to complete any trekking to Nepal.
Travel Insurance
Doing insurance while trekking in Nepal is not compulsory but will surely help you a lot if you do one, as it covers any comprehensive expenses possible to acquire due to medical issues or accidents. Your travel insurance must protect air ambulance, treatment charges, rescue and evacuation, product cancellation and refundable charges, flight delays, and cancellations. We suggest you bring your travel insurance certificate or send us to scan copy and it must be issued from your homeland. We do not arrange or sell insurance so you can find your local travel insurance for this.
Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you take vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies, etc, it is not really must but recommended.
Booking Process
While you chose which trip you wanted to go on, contact us at our head office, Thamel Marg, Kathmandu Nepal by email or phone, email is a more easy and clear option, as soon as we get your email or call, we will process your booking. We need a 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card), or online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions, or others. After we get the 20% amount, we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid upon arrival in Kathmandu.
Safety Guidelines
Do proper research about the company that you are planning to trek with and make sure they are a legally registered travel agency.
You should be well acquainted with travel health and travel insurance before traveling.
Have an idea about the climate, geography, temperature, and environment of Nepal before starting your trip.
Using credit cards instead of cash is a wiser idea.
The majority of the Nepalese people are nicer but there are a few scammers you will come meet on your way and need to avoid, for example, ‘holy men who will try to plant a tika (a red paste denoting a blessing) on your forehead demanding payment for it on streets.
Be careful while buying medicinal herbs as some may be illegal for you to take home and also be aware of duplicate products.
Never get involved in doing drugs, trafficking, and sexual relations with minors as there are strict rules for these cases, and might get you into a big problem.
Take copies of your passport, visa, air ticket, and trekking permits and keep them separately from the originals.
Prepare yourself for altitude sickness and be familiar with its symptoms so that you can follow the guidelines for safe acclimatization.
