Lobuche Peak Climbing Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,429ft)
- Activities: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Highlights: Rest and preparation day.
Day 2: Kathmandu – Lukla (2,860m/9,383ft) – Phakding (2,610m/8,562ft)
- Flight Duration: 35 minutes.
- Trek Duration: 3-4 hours.
- Activities: Early morning flight to Lukla, followed by a trek to Phakding.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Phakding.
- Highlights: Scenic flight over the Himalayas, first day of trekking in the Khumbu region.
Day 3: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
- Trek Duration: 5-6 hours.
- Activities: Trek along the Dudh Koshi River, crossing suspension bridges and passing through small villages before a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Highlights: Entering the Sherpa capital, first view of Mount Everest.
Day 4: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
- Activities: Short hike to Everest View Hotel or Khumjung, visit local museums and markets.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Highlights: Acclimatization, panoramic views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks.
Day 5: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,867m/12,687ft)
- Trek Duration: 5-6 hours.
- Activities: Trek through pine forests, passing stupas and monasteries, arriving at the famous Tengboche Monastery.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Tengboche.
- Highlights: Visit to Tengboche Monastery, views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
Day 6: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m/14,468ft)
- Trek Duration: 5-6 hours.
- Activities: Descend to the Imja Khola River and then ascend through rhododendron forests to Dingboche.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche.
- Highlights: Arrival at the gateway to the Chhukung Valley.
Day 7: Acclimatization Day in Dingboche
- Activities: Hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m/16,625ft) or explore the Chhukung Valley.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche.
- Highlights: Acclimatization, incredible views of Island Peak, Makalu, and more.
Day 8: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m/16,207ft)
- Trek Duration: 5-6 hours.
- Activities: Trek up to the Khumbu Glacier moraine, passing memorials dedicated to fallen climbers.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Lobuche.
- Highlights: Spectacular views of peaks like Pumori and Nuptse.
Day 9: Lobuche to Lobuche Base Camp (4,950m/16,240ft)
- Trek Duration: 2-3 hours.
- Activities: Short trek to Lobuche Base Camp, setting up camp and preparing for the summit push.
- Overnight: Camp at Lobuche Base Camp.
- Highlights: First night in high-altitude base camp.
Day 10: Summit Day (Lobuche Peak, 6,119m/20,075ft)
- Climb Duration: 8-10 hours (round trip).
- Activities: Early morning start to climb Lobuche East Peak. After the summit, descend back to base camp.
- Overnight: Camp at Lobuche Base Camp.
- Highlights: Reaching the summit, breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu.
Day 11: Lobuche Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m/13,074ft)
- Trek Duration: 6-7 hours.
- Activities: Descend to Pangboche via Lobuche and Dingboche.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Pangboche.
- Highlights: Relaxation and gradual return to lower altitudes.
Day 12: Pangboche to Namche Bazaar
- Trek Duration: 5-6 hours.
- Activities: Trek back to Namche Bazaar, retracing your steps.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Highlights: Opportunity to reflect on the climb and enjoy the comforts of Namche.
Day 13: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
- Trek Duration: 6-7 hours.
- Activities: Final day of trekking, descending back to Lukla.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Lukla.
- Highlights: Last day in the Khumbu region, celebration of the trek’s completion.
Day 14: Lukla to Kathmandu
- Flight Duration: 35 minutes.
- Activities: Morning flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Highlights: Rest and recovery day in Kathmandu.
Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu
- Activities: Depending on your flight time, explore Kathmandu or relax before your departure.
- Highlights: Final day in Nepal.
