Lobuche Peak Climbing by road (without flight)

Welcome to Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital city. One of the representative of Himalayan 360 will be there to welcome and escort you to the hotel. After that, there will be a pre- climbing briefing and equipment check. Overnight in Kathmandu.

On day 2 we will be preparing about the trek. Complete all the necessary paper work and obtain permits for the Lobuche peak climb. Purchase or rent of trekking/climbing gear can be done. Spend the night at Kathmandu.

We will begin our journey from Kathmandu to Salleri via local jeep. On the way, there will be many beautiful scenic landscapes and local village which we can enjoy watching. Arrive in Salleri, a charming town in the Solu region and then settle in for the night.

After the breakfast, we will proceed towards Bupsa or Thamdanda (depending on your preference) as the starting point of the trek. Embark on a trekking adventure towards Surke, immersing yourself in the beauty of the Himalayan foothills. Then we will pass through lush forests, traditional villages and enjoy many panoramic views of the mountain. After reaching Surke, we will rest for the night and prepare for the next day’s journey.

Depart from Surke and head towards Phakding. We will transverse along well-marked trails that will lead us through captivating landscapes and suspension bridges. After the arrival in Phakding (popular stop for trekkers), relax in a cozy lodge.

Continue trekking through the Sagarmatha National Park, following the Dudh Koshi River. Then we will reach to Namche Bazaar, a vibrant Sherpa town and the gateway to the Everest region. The trekking will take about 5-6 hours.

On this day we will acclimatize to adjust in the high altitude. Explore the town and hike to Syangboche Airport or the Everest view hotel for stunning panoramic view of Everest and other peaks. Rest and acclimatize .

Trek through rhododendron forests and cross several suspension bridges. Then we will visit Tengboche Monastery, one of the most significant monastries in the region. The trek will take about 5-6 hours.

Descend through forests and cross the Imja River. Ascend to Dingboche which is a picturesque village with beautiful mountain views. The trek will take around 5-6 hours.

Now the altitudes have reached around 5000m and this part of trekking can be more difficult than the past ones. We will move through a rough and steep trail to arrive at Duglha. Another steep climb takes us towards Chuki Lahara.

There will be a walk over the moraines of Khumbu glacier to make it to Lobuche village. This village is the nearest settlement to Lobuche peak and from there we can take a look at various high peaks including Lobuche peak.

Our journey continues following flat meadows. Shortly after, we head northward following Khumbu glacier. Climbing onto the lateral moraine, we land Gorakshep. On the way, we get panoramic views of peaks covered in snow and khumbu glacier itself.

After the lunch, we head towards Everest Base Camp leaving our backpack there. Gradually walking upward via moraine of Khumbu glacier, we reach our most awaited destination- EBC.

One can get the panoramic views of mount Khumbuste, mount pumori and mount Nuptse keeping Mt. Everest in the background. Then we get back to Gorekshep.

This day in the morning we hike to Kalapatthar to view a panorama of Mt. Everest. Kalapatthar is the perfect vantage point of the Everest region for Mountain View. From there, we observe the panoramic view of Mt. Everest and other mountains of the Everest region like Lhotse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Nuptse etc. Then we return to Lobuche via same route. Overnight in Lobuche.

Continue the trek to Lobuche Base Camp, situated at the base of Lobuche Peak. Preparation for the upcoming climbing days as well as receiving training from the climbing guide is necessary. The trekking time will take around 4-5 hours.

Ascend to high camp, which serves as the starting point for the summit push. The route involves some technical sections and may require the use of ropes and crampons. Then we will spend a day at high camp for acclimatization and other final preparations.

Wake up early morning to summit push to Lobuche peak. Reach the summit and savor the spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and other surrounding peaks. Then descend back to Lobuche Base camp or continue to Pheriche depending on the team’s condition.

Trek back to Namche Bazaar by following the same trail and celebrate the successful climb with the team. It will take about 6-7 hours.

We will continue the descent to Phakding and reflect on the achievements and experiences during the trip. The trek will take about 6-7 hours.

Then we resume our trek from Phakding towards Thamdanda. We get to experience the gradual change in terrain as we ascend to Thamdanda. On the way, enjoy the tranquility of the mountains and spend the night in Thamdanda.

We will begin our descent from Thamdanda back to Salleri. There will be time to reflect on the incredible journey you’ve had and savor the final moments of trekking. Arrive back in Salleri and celebrate your accomplishments.

Bid farewell to Salleri and board a local jeep for the return journey of Kathmandu. Relish the memories of your trek and the stunning landscapes you’ve experienced. Arrive in Kathmandu, concluding your adventurous trekking expedition.