Lobuche Peak Climbing(6,145m)- Make your Climb in Everest Region

Lobuche Peak Climbing

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Lobuche peak is a “trekking peak” in the Kumbhu Region of Nepal. It is classed as Grade PD+ (Peu Difficile+) on the Alpine Grading system although it is rated as one of the more technical climbs within this group of peaks. Certainly it is more technical than it’s more commonly climbed neighbors, Island Peak, Pokalde and Mera Peak. There are two summits to Lobuche East, a “true” and a “false” with an expedition peak Lobuche West adjoining. There are a number of similar routes to the summit and this page describes the South East Ridge route. The first recorded ascent of this peak is surprisingly as late as 1984 by Laurence Neilson and Ang Gyalzen Sherpa.

The Southeast Ridge is the most popular, graded as PD+ on the Alpine Grading system. From Base Camp, at approximately 15,740 ft it’s a 2-hour slog following a well-outlined trail up to the first option of a high camp alongside a hidden lake at approximately 16, 500ft. In my 2005 climb, we went a little further up a narrow gully above the lake and onto a slabby rock plateau area at 17,200ft.

From the latter high camp, the route continues up a series of slabs of increasing steepness to give access to the southeast Ridge proper. These slabs are usually iced/snow-covered so care is needed and you should probably be roped at this stage. About 50m from the main ridge the end of the slabs and you are now faced with a 45-degree snow wall to ascend onto the ridge. There may be fixed rope here if there are other parties ascending. The start of the ridge is at approximately 18,600ft and for the more adventurous this is also a possible site for a second high camp to make the summit day a little easier. Follow the ridge turning around seracs and ascending the various “lumps and bumps” towards the first summit. There are no real difficulties although there is a feeling of some exposure along the way. Between the first/false summit and the true summit, there is a considerable descent which you may need to rappel down before the final 200ft or so.

The 20-day Lobuche East Peak Peak (6,145m ) climbing comes along with the classic Everest Trek. The trip will also take you to some of the most popular places in the Everest region like Kala Pathar, which provides an excellent view of Everest along with other high mountains.

Trip Information

Duration

19 Days

Arrival

Kathmandu

Start/end point

Lukla

Difficulty Level

High

Max-Altitude

20070 ft / 6,145

Itinerary

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Includes

  • All transfer from Airport to Hotel and Hotel to Airport,
  • 4 nights Hotel in Kathmandu. (B&B) 3 star level Hotel
  •  Domestic Flight (Kathmandu to Lukla )
  •  Domestic Flight (Lukla to kathmandu )
  •  Trekking Duffle Bag by Company
  •  Tea house, accommodation during the trek.
  •  All Meals (Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trek
  •  Accommodation in Tent camp at Base camp and High camp During the Climbing with All Meals and Hot Drinks (Tea, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  •  All group camping equipment (kitchen tent, Dining tent, kitchen, camping items) in Base camp and High camp
  • Lobuche Peak Climbing Permit
  • Sagarmatha National park Fee
  •  TIMS Card (Trekking Permit)
  •  Experience Climbing Sherpa  guide
  •  Required Number of Potters
  •  Cook, Kitchen Staff and other Necessary staff (Base Camp and High camp)
  •  Group Climbing Equipment and instruments (Fixed Rope, Main Rope, Ice Hammer, Snow bar, Ice Crew)
  •  Single/Double tent at the Camp with mattress
  •  Insurance for Climbing Guide and Climbing Sherpa
  •  Insurance for all Nepali Trekking staff
  •  All government and local taxes
  •  farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

Excludes

  • Nepal Visa fee (please bring two passport photographs and cash on USD Denomination) International airfare to and from Nepal
  • Personal, Travel and rescue insurance
  • International airfare to and from Nepal
  • Excess baggage charges for Air travel
  • Extra night stay in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the trip(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Breakfast, lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu if you return early from the trip
  • Extended activities and destinations
  • All cold drinks during the trek (mineral water, cola, beer and Bar-bills)
  • Hot Shower During the Trek
  • Battery Charge ( All electronic devices) WI-FI (internet)
  • Tips for Guide and Staff
  • Emergency evacuation by Helicopter (in case needed)

The Route

Lobuche-East-Peak-map

Gears & Equipment

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Climbing Equipment

  • Climbing Helmet
  • Crampons (Fit with Boot) with Packing Cover
  • Ice Axe with Spike & Axe Protector
  • Harness
  • Belay Devices/ Figure of 8/ ATC Guide
  • Jumar/Ascender
  • Lock Carabiner (3 Pcs)
  • Unlock Carabiner (2 Pcs)
  • Tape Slings 240 cm / Dynamic Cord 6mm (300 cm)
  • Head Light 300-500 Lumens Spare Battery (Energizer Ultimate Lithium)
  • Glaciers Glasses (Antifog, Polarized, Uv Protection)
  • Pocket Knife/Multi-tool

Head

  • Sun Cap
  • Desert Cap
  • Balaclava
  • Fleece Hat/Warm Hat (1-2 Pcs)
  • Neck Gaiter / Buff Mask(2 Pcs)

Upper Body

  • Thermal Top Base Layer (2 Pcs)
  • Fleece Jacket (1 Pcs)
  • Gore Tex Jacket (1 Pcs)
  • Down Jacket (1 Pcs)
  • Cotton T-Shirt (3 Pcs)
  • Wind Breaker /windproof jacket
  • Quick Dry T-Shirt (3-4 pcs) (*Full Sleeve T-shirt recommended)

Lower Body

  • Thermal Bottom Base Layer (2 Pcs)
  • Fleece Trouser (1pcs)
  • Gore Tex Pant (1 pcs)
  • Mid Weight Pants (1-2Pcs)
  • Light Weight Quick Dry Trekking Pants (2-3 Pairs)
  • Underwear(4-5 pcs)
  • Gaiters for trekking boots
  • Down Pants (1 pcs)

Hands

  • Thin Fleece Gloves (2 Pairs)
  • Wind Stopper / Screen Tap Gloves
  • Heavy Gloves (Guide Gloves)
  • Summit Gloves-6000m

Foot Wear

  • Normal Socks (5-6 Pairs)
  • Trekking Shoes/Hiking Boots (Gore Tex)
  • Slipper (1 Pair)
  • Camp Shoes (1 pair)
  • Summit Socks (2 pcs)
  • Summit Boots – 6000m (Double layered boot) (Lasportiva/ millet/ scarpa)

Sleeping Stuffs

  • Sleeping Bag -30 °C to -40 °C
  • Liners for Sleeping Bag

Bag Packs

  • Rucksacks 35L – 45L (Day Bag)

Sun Stuffs

  • Banana Boat/ Nivea Sun Cream (-50 Spf)
  • Lip Guard 30-50 (Spf)
  • Sun Glasses (Uv Protection)

Eating & Drinking

  • 1 Ltr. Water Bottle
  • 1/ 1.5 Ltr. Thermos

Toiletries

  • Toilet Paper / Wet Tissue
  • Toothbrush &Toothpaste
  • Soap/ Shampoo
  • Towel

Miscellaneous

  • Nail Cutter
  • Umbrella / Rain Coat
  • Hot Water Bag(Optional)
  • Power bank (Back up battery)
  • Trekking poles-1 pair
  • Hand & Toe Warmer

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