Description
Lobuche West Peak Climbing (6,145 m)
Lobuche West (6,145 m), also known as Lobuche West Peak, is one of the best-known and most popular summits in the Lobuche massif in Nepal’s Khumbu region, roughly 8.5 km southwest of Everest Base Camp. Besides Lobuche West, the massif also includes Lobuche Far East, Lobuche East and Lobuche Kang. Lobuche West is considered more technically demanding than the other Lobuche peaks, requiring the use of ropes, crampons and ice axe, along with some prior alpine mountaineering experience.
The route initially follows the classic Everest Base Camp trail from Lukla to Lobuche West Base Camp, where the team acclimatises and makes final preparations for the summit push. Along the way you’ll enjoy spectacular views of some of the world’s highest peaks: Mount Everest (8,848 m), Nuptse (7,879 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Makalu (8,475 m), Ama Dablam (6,856 m) and more. The Khumbu region is also home to our Ama Dablam Expedition and Mount Everest Expedition – feel free to take a look at those tours as well.
- Arrival in Kathmandu and pick-up
Arrival in Nepal. Welcome and transfer to the hotel. - Kathmandu (climbing briefing)
Rock-climbing course at Balaju, a natural climbing spot, plus briefing for the upcoming peak-climbing adventure. - Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding
Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek to Phakding. - Phakding – Namche Bazaar
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar. - Namche Bazaar
Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatisation. - Namche Bazaar – Phortse Thanga
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phortse Thanga. - Phortse Thanga – Dole
Trek to Dole (4,040 m). - Dole – Machhermo
Trek from Dole (4,040 m) to Machhermo (4,410 m). - Machhermo – Gokyo
Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo (4,750 m). - Gokyo Ri
Ascent of Gokyo Ri peak (5,480 m). - Gokyo – Thang Na
Trek from Gokyo to Thang Na. - Thang Na – Cho La Pass – Dzongla
Trek from Thang Na across the Cho La Pass (5,420 m) to Dzongla. - Dzongla – Lobuche West Base Camp
Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche West Base Camp (5,350 m). - Base Camp – High Camp
Trek from Lobuche West Base Camp to High Camp (5,850 m). - Lobuche West Peak – High Camp
Summit Lobuche West Peak (6,145 m) and return to High Camp. - High Camp – Pheriche
Trek from High Camp to Pheriche. - Pheriche – Tengboche
Trek from Pheriche to Tengboche. - Tengboche – Khumjung
Trek from Tengboche to Khumjung. - Khumjung – Monjo
Trek from Khumjung to Monjo. - Monjo – Lukla
Trek from Monjo to Lukla. - Lukla – Kathmandu
Flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu (1,350 m). - Kathmandu
Kathmandu Valley city tour including World Heritage sites, with a farewell dinner celebration in the evening. - Departure / see-off
Transfer to the airport and departure. This concludes the Lobuche West Peak Climbing programme.
Services
Cost includes:
- All arrival and departure transfers to/from domestic and international airport, plus other necessary surface transport per itinerary
- Assistance from our representative at the international airport on arrival and departure
- 3 nights’ accommodation at tourist-class hotels in Kathmandu, breakfast included
- Experienced climbing and trekking guides and porters throughout the trip
- Domestic flight tickets for all members and staff where required by the itinerary
- Necessary trekking and camping equipment
- 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee), plus accommodation at hotel/lodge/guesthouse or tent, twin sharing, during trekking and climbing
- 25 kg baggage allowance per person, carried by porters
- Trekking permit (national park entry fee) and TIMS card
- All necessary climbing permits
- Wages plus equipment, medical and accident insurance for all staff involved
- First-aid kit for the group and staff
- Appropriate high-altitude food for the climbing crew at base camp and above
- All paperwork, office service charges and government taxes levied in Nepal
- Full pre-departure information, flight reconfirmation and visa-extension assistance if needed
- Welcome and farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant with a cultural show in Kathmandu
Cost excludes:
- Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except the farewell dinner)
- Snacks, soft drinks, alcohol, cigarettes, sweets and energy bars
- Personal expenses, laundry and tips
- Landline, mobile, walkie-talkie, satellite phone or internet charges
- Clothing, bags, personal first-aid kit and personal trekking gear
- Any extra services or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Extra costs arising from unforeseen events such as natural disasters, landslides, political unrest, strikes or regulatory changes
- Fixed and dynamic ropes required during the climb
- Any additional staff beyond those specified
- Rescue, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalisation costs
- Oxygen cylinders, masks, hoses and regulators (available at extra cost)
- Travel/medical insurance including emergency or helicopter rescue
- International flights
- Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain on arrival)
- Icefall garbage deposit fee where applicable (shared with other members)
- Filming permit fees and radio equipment
- Tips, gifts and souvenirs
Nepal Highlights
Best Time to Travel to Nepal
Nepal can be visited year-round, though two seasonal risks are worth knowing about: heavy flooding during the monsoon (mid-July to mid-August) and extreme cold in the high Himalaya (late November to mid-December). Nepal’s mountains are also the reason the country is so rich in water – powerful rivers and beautiful lakes are found throughout. Sustained or heavy rain can trigger flooding in the lowland regions, so extra caution is advised when travelling there during the monsoon. Outside the monsoon, the hill regions enjoy sunny days even in winter, making that season a comfortable time to travel.
The Seasons of Nepal
Nepal traditionally recognises six seasons: Basanta Ritu (spring), Grishma Ritu (early summer), Barkha Ritu (summer monsoon), Sharad Ritu (early autumn), Hemanta Ritu (late autumn) and Shishir Ritu (winter). Outside the monsoon (early July to late August), any season is suitable for travel; yetiland-nepal.de advises against visiting the lowland regions during the monsoon. Summer temperatures reach roughly 25-40°C depending on location – around 30°C in the upper Himalaya and up to 40°C in the southern Terai lowlands. Winter days are usually sunny with cold mornings and evenings: from mid-December, Kathmandu enjoys warm daytime sunshine while evening temperatures can drop to around 5°C, and considerably below freezing at altitude.
Buddha Was Born in Nepal
This is a point of pride for many Nepalis, since neighbouring countries – India in particular – sometimes claim Buddha as their own. In fact, Buddha was born in Lumbini, southwest of Kathmandu. The prince who left his palace in search of inner peace and meaning ultimately found enlightenment there. Millions around the world still follow his path today, and Buddhism and meditation have long since become popular practices for self-awareness and inner peace in Western society too. Take a look at our tours that include a visit to Lumbini.
8 of the World’s 10 Highest Mountains
Nepal is home to 8 of the world’s 10 highest mountains: Mount Everest (8,848 m), Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Makalu (8,485 m), Cho Oyu (8,188 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Manaslu (8,163 m) and Annapurna I (8,091 m). Yetiland-Nepal offers three types of trips in these regions: Expedition (summit climbs, for experienced mountaineers only), Trek (an easier way to see the mountains from lower altitude – ideal for getting to know Nepal without technical climbing) and Holiday (leisure travel to enjoy nature and scenery without a sporting challenge).
One of the World’s Most Dangerous Airports
Lukla airport, the gateway to the Everest region, is considered one of the most dangerous airports in the world: wedged between steep mountainsides, it makes for a genuinely challenging take-off and landing. Pilots speak of a “point of no return”, beyond which every precaution must already be in place to bring the aircraft in safely. Even so, thousands of passengers fly in and out of Lukla every month during peak season – a once-in-a-lifetime experience skilfully handled by Nepal’s highly experienced pilots.
New Year in Nepal
Nepal follows its own calendar, the Vikram Sambat. Nepali New Year falls around mid-April, at the start of the Nepali summer. Religious festivals and family celebrations also follow the lunar calendar. Because Nepal is home to many different ethnic groups, each with its own history, several local New Year dates exist side by side – Losar, celebrated among others by the Sherpa community, is a well-known example.
Similar tour: Nayakang Peak Climbing
More background on Lobuche (Wikipedia)
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