Lobuche West Peak Climbing, 20 Days
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Lobuche West Peak Climbing, 20 Days

Days: 20 / Difficulty: 5 of 5 (Very Strenuous)

Lobuche West Peak (6,135 m) is a renowned peak climbing destination situated close to the Khumbu glacier in the Everest region. Filled with wonderful Himalayan sceneries, beautiful Sherpa culture, and diverse wildlife, the climbing journey fulfills every promise of a scintillating trip. During Lobuche Peak Climbing in Nepal, you pass through the beautiful rhododendron forests, cross high suspension bridges and climb through steep and icy slopes to aptly satisfy you with the mystical domain.

Lobuche West Peak Climbing begins with a 35 min scenic flight to Lukla. You walk through the Sagarmatha National Park and make your way to Namche Bazaar which is the gateway to Everest. Namche is the trading hub of the region and carries years of mountaineering history. After a day for acclimatization at Namche, you continue the trek through the dense forests and traditional villages to arrive at the beautiful village of Gokyo. You also climb up the Gokyo Ri (5560 m) which offers great views of Ngozumpa glacier and the surrounding Himalayas. From Lobuche High Camp, the trail is steep and snowy and is often challenging due to the strong winds and high altitude. You spend some quality time at the summit and then head towards Gorakshep. The hike to Kala Patthar is one of the highlights of this trek as you can get breathtaking views of the majestic mountains in the Everest region. Throughout this journey, you will be accompanied by the enchanting views of the snowcapped mountains like Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Makalu (8,463 m), Nuptse (7,861 m) among many others. Along with these stunning views, you also get to observe the incredible biodiversity of the region and witness the heartwarming hospitality of the Sherpa community. Although classified as a moderate trek, the climb to the summit still requires the assistance of experts and excellent physical fitness. The best times for this peak climbing are during September - November, and March– May.

Swiss Family Treks and Expedition is renowned for its excellent trek packages and great quality of service. We take care of your transport, accommodation, permits, equipment and all other necessities. We have expert English-speaking trek guides and climbers who will handle every difficult situation and ensure you a successful climb. You will be accommodated in the best lodges during the trek and finest camps during the climbing period.

Important Notice for domestic flight to and from Lukla
Due to avoid air traffic congestion at Kathmandu Airport and for smooth flights operation, the Lukla flights shall be operated from Ramechhap (Manthali) Airport effective from Spring (March 16, to May 31, 2023) and Autumn (September 1, to November 30, 2023).

In this matter, you need 1 buffer day to manage all transfer to and from Manthali Airport (OR we adjust the program on Day 2 that you will do the guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and later in the afternoon, transfer to Mulkot). We would like to suggest you for driving to Mulkot which is 3 hours driving away from Kathmandu and spend a night there at a hotel, then next morning an hour of driving brings you at Manthali Airport to catch the flights to Lukla. On return, you can fly to Manthali Airport and same day drive back to Kathmandu.

Join with us on Lobuche West Peak Climbing in 2023/2024.


Facts of the Climbing

Trek Region
Everest Region
Type of Trek
Trekking and Climbing
Duration
20 Days
Highest Elevation
6,135 m (20,128 ft)
Grade
Very Strenuous
Meals
Full board during the trek
Accomodations
4* Hotel in Kathmandu & Lodges, partly tented camp during the trek
Best Season
Autumn (Sep-Oct-Nov) & Spring (March-April-May)
Transportation by
Domestic Flight & Private Vehicle

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Lobuche West Peak Climbing Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu 1338m

The trip begins with your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). Our company representative will come to pick you up at the airport. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel for your stay. Overnight at a 4 star hotel in Kathmandu. 

Day 2: Full day guided Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley
A private car will take you around the valley to make stops at some of the historical and religious monuments in the valley. You will visit Boudhanath - World’s largest stupa, Pashupatinath – a sacred Hindu temple and Swayambhunath – the Monkey temple. All these places have been enlisted as world heritage sites by UNESCO. If you need extra supplies for the trek, you can buy them at the local market as well. Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla 2840m/45 minutess and trek to Phakding 2610m/3 hours
From Kathmandu, you fly to Lukla which is also known for being one of the most dangerous airports in the world. Due to its location, the flights involving Lukla are often canceled or delayed due to bad weather. We also offer solutions if such situations do arise. Upon landing, you take a short break and then start trekking to Phakding. The trek starts following a gentle climb through the left bank of Dudh Koshi River. Up ahead the route continues along a small path with many climbs and descents to Phakding. Overnight at a lodge in Phakding.

Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3440m/6 hours
The trail starts by crossing a stream and climbing the terraced hill until Bengkar. You continue along the path with many ups and downs and make a stop at Monjo, the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. You head to a ridge which provides the views of Everest (8,848 m) and Lhotse (8,414 m). The path then goes through the pine forest and takes you to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Day 5: Acclimatization Day; hike to Everest View Hotel and surrounding hills 
This is the day for acclimatization. You spend the day at Namche and provide yourself the time to adjust to the high altitude conditions. Namche is a great place to hang out as there are many shops, hotels, cafes, a monastery, and a famous Sherpa museum. You can also take a hike to Everest View Hotel where you can get the spectacular view of the Everest and its neighboring peaks. Overnight at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dhole 4200m/6 hours 
From Namche, the trail goes steeply towards the Kyangjuma village. From this village, you can see fabulous views of the surrounding mountains. Passing Mani walls and stone steps you will reach Mong. Moving ahead, you will reach Phortse Thanga followed by Dhole. You will also see beautiful forests and waterfalls on the way to Dhole. Overnight at a lodge in Dhole.

Day 7: Trek from Dhole to Machhermo 4470m/5 hours
The trail climbs a ridge and provides great views down the valley to Kangtega (6685m) and towards Cho Oyu (8,188 m). You descend to a river and then climb steeply to the terminal moraine of Ngozumpa Glacier. Follow the trail ahead and you reach Machhermo by evening. The entire trail today runs parallel to the Dudh Koshi River. Overnight at a lodge in Machhermo. 

Day 8: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo 4790m/6 hours
The first part of today’s trek takes you on an uphill walk through the ridge. You pass through a glacial moraine and first of the five Gokyo lakes before reaching the beautiful village of Gokyo. You will pass Longponga Tso and Taujung Tsho before arriving at the village. In the afternoon, you can walk around the village and explore the surroundings. Overnight at a lodge in Gokyo.

Day 9: Acclimatization Day: hike to Gokyo Ri 5360m, and trek to Dragnag 4700m/3 hours
Today is also set for acclimatization as we will have gained great altitude in a few days. In the early morning, you head towards Gokyo Ri (5360m). From the top, you can see the views of massive Ngozumpa Glacier and the mighty peaks of the Khumbu region like Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse (8,414 m) Nuptse (7,861 m) and many others. After spending some time at the top, you return back to Gokyo. You follow the ascending trail through up and down of the glacier to reach Dragnag. Dragnag is also known as the Cho La Pass base camp. During this journey, you will be accompanied by the views of Makalu (8,463 m), Lhotse (8,414 m) and neighboring peaks. Overnight at a lodge in Dragnag.

Day 10: Trek from Dragnag to Lobuche West Peak Base Camp 4980m/7 hours via Cho-La Pass 5368m
Today you walk through the vertical trails and the rocks glazed by ice. The rocky trail climbs through the narrow valley as you climb towards Phedi.  You trek through the frozen lake and cross the Cho-La Pass which is decorated with many prayer flags. Then, you descend towards Dzongla and walk towards Lobuche West Peak Base Camp. Overnight at a tented camp in Lobuche West Peak Base Camp.

Day 11: Trek from Base Camp to High Camp 5400m/5 hours
You slowly head towards the High Camp and set the camp. Before reaching the High Camp, you will follow the path that is steep, slippery and dangerous if optimum caution is not taken. After setting camp, you check the all your equipment for tomorrow’s climb and take the good amount of rest.Overnight at a tented camp in High Camp.

Day 12: Summit to Lobuche West Peak 6135m and back to Base Camp 4980m/8 hours
You wake up early in the morning around 1-2 am in the morning and make your way up the south ridge which is technically straightforward. The Sherpas and the team leader will guide you throughout this journey. The view from the top of the peak is absolutely bewitching and offers views of numerous mountains like Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8414m), and Ama Dablam (6856m) among many others. After spending some time at the summit, you descend and retrace your steps back to the base camp. Overnight at a tented camp in Base Camp.

Day 13: Reserve Day for climbing due to bad weather
This is a day reserved for climbing. If due to any problems such as bad weather, you cannot scale the summit on the 13th day then you use this day for making the climb. Overnight at a tented camp in Base Camp.

Day 14: Trek from Base Camp to Gorakshep 5140m/5 hours
You retrace your steps back to Lobuche then get ready for a challenging ascent. You trail along the lateral moraine of Khumbu region and continue the trek uphill to ThangmaRiju. You then pass through the Lobuche pass (5110m). Pursuing the steep ascent further through the torrent of Changri Glacier, you make your way to Gorakshep. Overnight at a lodge in Gorakshep.

Day 15: Hike to Kala Patthar 5550m and back to Pheriche 4240m/6 hours
In the morning, you hike to Kala Patthar, which is an excellent viewpoint. From here, you can witness the beautiful sunrise over the Himalayas. You can also see the panoramic views of the snowcapped mountains like Mt. Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,414m), Nuptse (7,861m), Ama Dablam (6,856m) and many others. You will have enough time to take photos and enjoy the scenery. After this, you head back to Pheriche via Gorakshep. Overnight at a lodge in Pheriche.

Day 16: Trek from Pheriche to Tengboche 3860m/5 hours
Today, you descend to Tengboche following the route along Imja Khola. After you arrive at Tengboche, you can visit the Tengboche monastery which is the largest monastery in the Khumbu region. Tengboche is also a great place to observe the Sherpa culture and lifestyle which is massively influenced by Tibetan-Buddhist practices. Overnight at a lodge in Tengboche.

Day 17: Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar 3440m/6 hours
Leaving Tengboche behind, you head towards Namche Bazaar. After crossing the suspension bridge over Dudh Koshi River at Phunke Tenga, you trek onwards to Kyangjuma. Up ahead, the trail passes through the beautiful rhododendron forest and takes you to Namche Bazaar. You can also get views of Ama Dablam (6856m), Lhotse Shar (8393m), Kangtega (6685m) and other peaks on the way to Namche Bazaar.

Day 18: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla 2840m/7 hours
You descend from Namche to Dudh Koshi and cross the high suspension bridge. You walk through the rhododendron and pine forest and enjoy the mountain scenery before arriving at Lukla. The trek back to Lukla is done mostly retracing the path we previously ascended. You go through villages like Monjo and Bengkar along the Dudh Koshi River to finally reach Lukla. Overnight at a lodge in Lukla.

Day 19: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu 45 minutes
You take an early morning flight from Lukla and go back to Kathmandu.  You can go out and do some souvenir shopping in your spare time. You can also enjoy the day by relaxing or taking leisurely strolls around the city. You can recall the ravishing journey to reflect upon your achievements. Overnight at a 4 star hotel in Kathmandu.  

Day 20: Final Departure from Kathmandu 
The 20-days trip comes to an end. A company representative will accompany you to the airport from where you take the flight to the next destination.

Important Notice for domestic flight to and from Lukla
Due to avoid air traffic congestion at Kathmandu Airport and for smooth flights operation, the Lukla flights shall be operated from Ramechhap (Manthali) Airport effective from Spring (March 16, to May 31, 2023) and Autumn (September 1, to November 30, 2023).

In this matter, you need 1 buffer day to manage all transfer to and from Manthali Airport (OR we adjust the program on Day 2 that you will do the guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and later in the afternoon, transfer to Mulkot). We would like to suggest you for driving to Mulkot which is 3 hours driving away from Kathmandu and spend a night there at a hotel, then next morning an hour of driving brings you at Manthali Airport to catch the flights to Lukla. On return, you can fly to Manthali Airport and same day drive back to Kathmandu.

Pricing for Group Size Basis:
All inclusive Trek Price for single trekker; USD 4075
All inclusive Trek Price for 2 trekkers basis; USD 3045 per person

Join with us on Lobuche West Peak Climbing in 2023/2024.

Customize Your Peak Climbing: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@yahoo.de

Note: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swiss Family Treks & Expedition GmbH. The charges must be paid by the clients themselves.

1 Person 2 Persons Status *
USD 4,075
EUR 3.799
SFr 3.770
GBP 3.179
AUD 6.072
CAD 5.420
USD 3,045
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SFr 2.817
GBP 2.375
AUD 4.537
CAD 4.050
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* Dates can be flexible, please contact us for individual dates.

Our Lobuche West Peak Climbing Cost includes:
* Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by car / Van / Bus.
* 3 deluxe accommodation in twin bed sharing basis with breakfast at 4* Hotel Kathmandu Guest House or Dalai-La Boutique Resort in Kathmandu.
* Kathmandu City Tours as per above program, inclusive of all entry fees, tour guide, car / van.
* Round Trip flight from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu & Domestic airport taxes.
* Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with Tea & coffee and hot/cold filter water during the trek.
* Lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek and partly Tented Camp accommodation during climbing period.
* 1 experienced, helpful and friendly guide, 1 cook, porters (1 porter between 2 people), their food, accommodation, salary, equipment and insurance.
* Camping Equipment (Tents, Kitchen Utensils and Mattresses) during the climbing period.
* Climbing Equipment (Snow Bars, Main and Fixed Rope, Ice Screw, Rock Pitton etc).
* All the ground transportation by private vehicle.
* First Aid Medical Kit.
* Sagarmatha National Park permit and other necessary permits.
* Peak Permit, Garbage Deposit and Climbing Guide/Sherpa Equipment.
* Office Service charge.
* Government tax.



Our Lobuche West Peak Climbing Cost doesn't include:
* Any meals (Lunch and Dinner) in Kathmandu other than breakfast.
* Travel insurance.
* International air fare to and from Nepal.
* Nepal Tourist Visa fees.
* Items and expenses of personal nature.
* Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, snacks, laundry, phone call, internet.
* Personal Trekking Equipment.
* Personal Climbing Equipment (Climbing Boot, Harness, Crampons, Ice Axe, Ascender/Descender, Carabiners Lock/Unlock, Tape Slings, Prusik loops/rope, Climbing helmet).
* Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).
* Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, domestic flight delays, political disturbance, and strikes etc.
* Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.
* Horse renting and additional porters due to natural calamities during the trek.
* Tips for guide, porters, driver...

                                               Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory.


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