Trip Details

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Very Strenuous
  • Trip Style: Summit
  • Food: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Group Size: 1-16
  • Max Elevation: (6,119m)

Highlights

Lobuche Peak Climbing (Base Camp Service) Highlights

  • Scenic Flight to Lukla – Begin the adventure with one of the most thrilling mountain flights in the world.

  • Trek through the Everest Region – Pass through Sherpa villages like Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Dingboche.

  • Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar option – Combine the Lobuche climb with a visit to Everest Base Camp and a sunrise hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m) for panoramic Everest views.

  • Base Camp Services – Tented accommodation, climbing kitchen, and meals at Lobuche Base Camp (around 4,950m) provided by the expedition team.

  • Professional Sherpa Guide – Highly experienced climbing Sherpa for training and summit support.

  • Technical Training at Base Camp – Learn rope techniques, use of crampons, harness, ice axe, and ascender before the summit push.

  • Summit Day Adventure (6,119m) – Early morning climb with fixed ropes and safety gear to reach the summit of Lobuche Peak.

  • Breathtaking Views – From the top, enjoy 360° views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, and Pumori.

  • Cultural Immersion – Experience Sherpa lifestyle, monasteries, and Buddhist traditions along the trail.

  • Safe & Comfortable Logistics – Full base camp support including meals, tents, and climbing arrangements.

Description

Lobuche East Peak Climbing – A Perfect First Himalayan Summit

The Lobuche East Peak (6,119m) proudly stands above the glaciers of the Khumbu region, offering one of the most rewarding climbing experiences in Nepal. Classified as a trekking peak, Lobuche East does not demand advanced technical skills, but it does require solid physical fitness, acclimatization, and a strong mountain spirit. For this reason, it is highly recommended for climbers aiming to conquer their first Himalayan summit.

What makes Lobuche Peak especially popular is its accessibility and relatively straightforward ascent. Compared to other trekking peaks, it offers something truly unique – unparalleled panoramic views of Mount Everest, along with Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, and Pumori. Few peaks provide such rare perspectives of the world’s highest mountain.

The adventure begins along the classic Everest Base Camp trail, blending one of Nepal’s most iconic treks with a thrilling climbing challenge. From the picturesque village of Lobuche in the Khumbu Valley, climbers prepare with essential gear such as ropes, crampons, harnesses, helmets, ice axes, and carabiners. Summit day typically starts in the early morning under the guidance of experienced Sherpa climbers, ensuring safety and maximizing the opportunity to witness breathtaking Himalayan vistas.

The ascent to Lobuche Peak involves rugged trails, sections of rock, snow, and occasional ice, requiring the use of fixed ropes in steeper areas. While demanding, the climb is achievable with proper support and guidance. Each step taken on this journey calls for focus, determination, and trust in your mountain team.

Reaching the summit is an unforgettable reward. Standing at 6,119 meters, you are surrounded by towering Himalayan giants – the elegant Ama Dablam (6,856m), the mighty Everest (8,848.86m), and many other legendary peaks. The feeling of achievement, the sweeping panoramas, and the pure Himalayan spirit make Lobuche Peak Climbing a once-in-a-lifetime adventure cherished by mountaineers from all over the world.

Lobuche peak climbing base camp Service Itinerary

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Wake-up: Early morning (around 5:00–6:00 AM)

Activity:

Assemble climbing gear: ropes, crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet, carabiners

Technical training session (if needed) on rope fixing, crampon use, ice axe techniques

Short acclimatization hike nearby if necessary

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Base Camp

Overnight: Lobuche High Camp (5200m)

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Accommodation: Tent
  • Distance: 3-4 hrs
  • Altitude: 5200m

Wake-up: Very early (around 2:30–3:00 AM)

Climbing:

Start ascent before sunrise to maximize daylight and summit visibility

Follow the ridge via snow, boulders, and fixed ropes sections

Summit Lobuche East Peak (6,119m) – enjoy panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Makalu

Descent: Carefully return to Base Camp

Meals: Breakfast and lunch on summit day, dinner at Base Camp

Overnight: Thukla 

  • Meals: Berakfast & Lunch
  • Accommodation: None
  • Distance: 10-11 hrs
  • Altitude: 4630m
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What to Expect

Cost Includes

  • icensed & experienced Sherpa Climbing Guide from Lobuche

  • Official Lobuche Peak Climbing Permit (NMA fee & government tax)

  • Full camping support at Base Camp: tents, foam mattress, dining setup

  • Meals at Base Camp: breakfast, packed lunch, dinner with hot drinks

  • Group climbing gear: fixed rope, ice axe, helmets, harnesses, crampons, snow bar, carabiners, etc. (shared use)

  • Medical kit with basic high-altitude medication & oximeter check

  • Waste management and environmental fees

Cost Excludes

  • International & domestic travel insurance covering emergency rescue/evacuation

  • Personal climbing gear: climbing boots (rental available at USD 20/day, please confirm size in advance), down jacket, gloves, sleeping bag, etc.

  • Extra porter for personal luggage or descent (optional)

  • Personal expenses (Wi-Fi, battery charging, hot showers, etc.)

  • Tips for climbing guide and crew (highly appreciated, suggested USD 50–80 per climber)

Useful Information

 

 Lobuche Peak Overview

  • Peak Name: Lobuche East Peak

  • Height: 6,119 meters (20,073 ft)

  • Region: Khumbu, Everest region, Nepal

  • Type: Trekking Peak (suitable for first-time Himalayan climbers)

  • Climbing Difficulty: Moderate; requires physical fitness and basic mountaineering skills

Why Choose Lobuche Peak?

  • Accessible for beginners in Himalayan climbing

  • Shorter ascent compared to other trekking peaks

  • Panoramic summit views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, and Makalu

  • Combines trekking and mountaineering experience

  • Excellent acclimatization route along Everest Base Camp trail

Climbing Base Camp Service Highlights

  • Base Camp Setup: Tents, kitchen, dining, toilets, mattresses (sleeping bag required)

  • Professional Sherpa Guides: Summit support, technical guidance, rope fixing

  • Technical Training: Use of crampons, ice axes, harnesses, ropes, carabiners, and ascenders

  • Safety Measures: Fixed ropes, weather checks, emergency oxygen, medical kit

  • Summit Day: Early morning start, rugged trail with snow, boulders, and rope sections

Trek & Climb Route

  • Start: Lukla (flight from Kathmandu)

  • Key Stops: Phakding → Namche Bazaar → Tengboche → Dingboche → Lobuche → Lobuche Base Camp → Lobuche Summit

  • Option: Combine with Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar trek

  • Return: Same route to Lukla for flight back to Kathmandu

Best Season

  • Spring: March – May

  • Autumn: September – November

Package Services (Base Camp Support)

  • Climbing permit & liaison officer

  • Professional Sherpa guide for summit and technical support

  • Base Camp tents (sleeping/dining/kitchen/toilet)

  • Meals at Base Camp (breakfast, lunch, dinner, hot drinks)

  • Technical climbing gear for group use (fixed ropes, ice screws, etc.)

  • Medical kit & emergency oxygen

Exclusions

  • Personal climbing gear (boots, harness, crampons, helmet, ice axe)

  • Trekking logistics (guide/porter, food, lodge, permits for trekking)

  • Travel insurance (mandatory for rescue)

  • Personal expenses, tips, and extra accommodation

Key Benefits

  • Safe first Himalayan peak experience

  • Professional support for a successful summit

  • Stunning Himalayan panoramas

  • Combination of trekking and mountaineering