OverviewClimbing Peak Lobuche is situated in the Everest region of Nepal with its two distinct summits, Lobuche East (6119m) and Lobuche West (6145m). The climbing peak permit is for Lobuche East. The true east peak summit is striking and is reached by descending into a notch and climbing steep snow / ice slopes to the top. This is rarely done and most attempts on the mountain climb the summit ridge only as far as the subsidiary snow summit. The first recorded ascent of the true Lobuche East summit was by Laurence Nielson and Sherpa Ang Gyalzen in 1984. Expeditions and Climbing PeaksAll our expeditions and climbing peaks are supported by satellite phone, two way radio, support oxygen (when required) and comprehensive first aid medical kit. We only use top quality expedition tents. High Altitude WarningSafety is a major consideration during all our expeditions however there are dangers involved in climbing 6000m, 7000m and 8000m peaks that cannot be avoided. The extreme altitude, weather, cold and other mountaineering hazards ensure high altitude climbing has unavoidable risks at the best of times, members of our expeditions need to be aware of these dangers and accept that they are an integral part of high altitude mountaineering. | Trek Dates | Pricing |
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| Mon 20 Sep - Sun 10 Oct 2010 | £1,695 (21 days duration) Land Only | | Mon 22 Nov - Sun 12 Dec 2010 | £1,795 (21 days duration) Land Only | | Mon 20 Dec 2010 - Sun 09 Jan 2011 | £1,795 (21 days duration) Land Only | | Mon 07 Feb - Sun 27 Feb 2011 | £1,895 (21 days duration) Land Only | | Mon 07 Mar - Sun 27 Mar 2011 | £1,895 (21 days duration) Land Only | | Mon 11 Apr - Sun 01 May 2011 | £1,895 (21 days duration) Land Only | | Mon 19 Sep - Sun 09 Oct 2011 | £1,895 (21 days duration) Land Only | | Mon 21 Nov - Sun 11 Dec 2011 | £1,895 (21 days duration) Land Only | | Mon 19 Dec 2011 - Sun 08 Jan 2012 | £1,995 (21 days duration) Land Only |
Trek Classification | Duration | 21 days in total. 17 days trekking | | Max. Altitude | 6119m (20,075ft) | | Nepal Mountaineering Association Registered | Group 'B' NMA climbing peak | French Alpine Grading System click here to read more | PD+ (scrambling ground, slopes maybe 40 degrees). True East Summit D+ (sustained pitched climbing on rock and ice up to 50/60 degrees) | | Region | Khumbu Himal, Sagarmatha | | Type of Trek | Teahouse / Camping | | Principal Camps | Base Camp near Lobuche Village. High Camp above Tsho La Tso +/- (5357m) | | Group Size | Minimum 2 people | | Permits | Included in package | | Garbage Deposit (refundable) | US$250 | | NMA Climbing Peaks Chart | For popularity of Mt Lobuche East click here |
Please contact us for full Expedition Itinerary for Mt Lobuche East Peak Outline Itinerary| Day 01: | Arrive Kathmandu (1337m), collect from airport and transfer to hotel. (H.B) |
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| Day 02: | Kathmandu equipment preparation and sightseeing. (H. D/B) |
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| Day 03: | Fly to Lukla (2840m) 35 mins. Trek to Phakding (2611m). (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 04: | Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m). (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 05: | Acclimatisation and rest day. (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 06: | Trek to Tengboche (3860m). (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 07: | Trek to Dingboche (4410m). (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 08: | Trek to Chhukung (4730m). (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 09: | Trek to Chhukung Ri (5546m) then back to Chhukung. (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 10: | Trek to Dingboche. (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 11: | Trek to Lobuche (4910m). (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 12: | Trek to Lobuche Base Camp (5510m). (C. B/L/D) |
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| Day 13: | Acclimatisation and rest day. (C. B/L/D) |
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| Day 14: | Lobuche High Camp +/- (5357m). (C. B/L/D) |
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| Day 15: | Subsidiary summit (6119m) then back to Base Camp. (C. B/L/D) |
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| Day 16: | Trek to Tengboche. (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 17: | Trek to Namche Bazaar. (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 18: | Trek to Lukla. (T. B/L/D) |
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| Day 19: | Fly to Kathmandu. (H.B) |
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| Day 20: | Kathmandu. (H.B) |
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| Day 21: | Depart Kathmandu. |
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Personal EquipmentTo join a Mt Lobuche East Peak expedition you need the following specialist equipment: - Ice Axe
- Crampons
- Harness
- 2 x Tape slings
- 2 x Screwgate Karabiners
- Descender / Abseil Device
- Ascender (e.g. Jumar)
- Prussic Loops
- Plastic mountaineering boots with Neoprene Overgaiters or 'System' boots (for example, La Sportiva Olympus Mons)
- 5 Season Sleeping Bag.
Full specialist equipment list click here. Details of equipment hire click here. All other equipment is as is needed on a normal high altitude trek. A complete climbing equipment and clothing list is included in the expedition pack, which will be sent to you on booking along with details of our Equipment Hire Service. E-mail:
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You must have adequate insurance for this type of trek. Click here
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