Lobuche Peak (6119 m) - 18 Days

max altitude 6119m
Group Type 2 - 12
Trip grade NA
Min age 16

The mountain consists of two summits, East and West with heights of 6,119 m and 6,145 m respectively. A continuous ridge connects them but there is still a sharp gap and a considerable distance between them.
This Peak is recognized as a trekking peak, whereas the West is known as an Expedition Peak. The East face rises over the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to a spectacular skyline, forming the south ridge. This course is suitable for the complete novice or as a great refresher for those who want to climb again. The course curriculum includes an introduction to equipment, crevasse rescue, ice climbing skills, rope work and comprehensive mountaineering safety techniques.

Trip Highlights
Incredible landscapes and panoramic views of Himalayan mountain.
View of 360 view of khumbu region mountains.
Traditional Sherpa culture with warm hospitality.
The historic Tengboche monastery.
Biodiversity of flora and fauna.
 

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 02 - Half day Kathmandu Sightseeing and preparation for climbing.
Day 03 - Fly to Lukla adn trek to Phakding.
Day 04 - Phakding to Namche Bazzar (3441 meters)
Day 05 - Acclimatization day- Namche Bazzar (3441 meters)
Day 06 - Namche to Tyangboche (3860 meters)
Day 07 - Tyanbuche to Dingboche (4350 meters)
Day 08 - Rest day in Dingboche for acclimatization (4350m)
Day 09 - Dingbuche to Thukla(4730m) it is short day still last minute preparation climbing!!
Day 10 - Thukla to Lobuje Base Camp (4915m)
Day 11 - labuche base Camp to High Camp Period Lobuje Peak (6119 m.)
Day12 - labuche High Camp to Summit labuche Peak and back to High camp.
Day13 - Optional day if weather is bad!
Day 14 - Labuche Base camp to Dingboche (4350 m.)
Day 15 - Dingbuche to Tyangboche (3860m)
Day 16 -Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.)
Day 17 - Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.) 6 to 7 hrs.
Day 18 - Fly back to Kathmandu.
Day 19 - Free day in Kathmandu
Day 20 - Departure Day

Option B: (joining Basis 4 days climbing only): Price: $800/person

Note: we have specific fixed departure dates of labuche peak climbing below if you pick up those any dates you will get 10% discount from our actual price!
(Oct 7th -10th Oct 15th -18th Oct 25th -28th)

Day 01: meet our ( H.E) Climbing Guide and supported team in Thukla and O/N Labuche Base camp
Day 02: labuche Base camp to Hight camp
Day03: Summit Laubhe peak and back to B.C
Day04: Spare day if weather is Bad!!

Trip Cost Includes

Climbing gears :Rope, Harness, Ice-axe, Carabineers, Crampons, F-8, Jummer, Helmet, Ice-Bar, and Ice-screw , Climbing permit , foods and accommodation in tent while you are climbing, all kitchen equipments, Climbing guide ,Cook +supported team and their insurance.

Trip Cost Excludes

Sleeping bag, plastic boots your personal warm clothes for Trekking /Mountain, yours personal insurance, flight ticket (KTM-LUK-KTM) helicopters evacuation if any emergency needed, Beverage: coke, beer, Mineral water, bar bills, tips

Full Board Service Details

What's included

Flight ticket (KTM-LUK-KTM)
English Speaking Trekking Guide and porter while you are tea house trek.
Climbing Guide and supported team while you are peak climbing.
All Foods and accommodation in tent while you are climbing and tea house lodge.
Two men tent, form mattress will be provided while you are with our camp.
All kitchen equipments, climbing guide and staff their insurance.

Climbing gears:

Rope, Harness, Ice-axe, Carabineers, Crampons, F-8, Jummer, Helmet, Ice-Bar, and Ice-screw.

Permit:

National park entry permit, Climbing permit, TIMS and all government TAX.

What's not included

Sleeping bag(3-4 season) and climbing boots.
Your personal warm clothes for Trekking/ climbing.
Personal High rescue Medical insurance.
Helicopter evacuation if needed any emergency Case.
Beverage: coke, beer, Mineral water, bar bills.
Foods in Kathmandu.
Tips for your trip staff.

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What is the best season for peak climbing?
March to May, September to November Is the best season for peak climbing.

How difficult is peak climbing?
It depends on the peak you choose to climb, there are easy peaks as well as difficult peaks, and we recommend peak climbing according to your need and your expertise.

What is the success rate of peak climbing?
It depend the peak you choose, climate, weather, health and the peak grade: roughly the success rate of peak climbing is above 95% from our company.

Do you provide equipment, or do we have to rent?
You can hire or buy personal equipment needed for peak climbing, apart from that the major climbing equipment will be provided by HEN.

What problems occur in high altitude?
Lack of oxygen in a body might occur in high altitude which may result in nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, hypothermia even death.

Can I charge my device while peak climbing?
Yes you can charge your device like mobile, camera and chargeable device.

Who will be my guide and what is their qualification and experience?
HEN provides veteran, qualified peak climbing and mountaineering guides.

What kind food and accommodation you provide?
We provide healthy food and comfortable accommodation as available in the region you trek such as tea house or lodge or camps.

Does your company give certificate after successful peak climbing?
Our company provides certificate which is provided by NMA. You have to fill up the form with your detail, summit photo, name of the team leader.

How you rescue if I become sick?
Depending on the seriousness of the accident we provide first aid if not then company can arrange the evacuation operation to the nearest medical facility and in case of any emergency, company could bring you to Kathmandu.

Do I get refund if I become sick before peak climbing?
All the trip cancellations are required to be done officially on our e-mail [email protected] or [email protected] For groups it should be done 45 days and prior while individuals can do at least 30days before. Payment refund will be made as per the foreign currency conversion rate in US$ dollar prevailing at the time of refund. The following cancellation charges will levy.
1. Before 45 days of arrival-5% of the total trekking/expedition/ tour cost
2. From 45 day to 30 days-10% of the Trekking/expedition/ tour cost
3. From 29 days to 15 days-15% of the trekking/expedition/ tour cost
4. From 14 days to 02 days (48 hrs)-20% of the total Trekking/expedition/ tour cost.
5. From 48 hrs to arrival-50% of the total trekking/expedition/ tour cost
6. Less than 48 hrs or no show-No refund
7. If trekking/Expedition/tour is stopped or early arrival due to nature accident likewise weather reasons this case H.E Nepal Treks will not refund.

What permit do I need for peak climbing?
Nepal Mountaineering Association: the authorized government body issue permits which is needed for peak climbing and our company will assist you on getting the permit.

How you manage food accommodation and safe drinking water?
Water here is drinkable but taking into consideration of our client's health and hygiene we provide mineral water which is purified and filtered. We provide standard and healthy foods. We provide best and comfortable lodging service available in trekking route.

Group Equipment H.E Nepal provides