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Lobuche East Peak Climbing — 16 Days
16 days6,119 mFrom Lukla (fly from Kathmandu)Best: Apr–May, Oct–Nov
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Duration
16 days
From
$3,200/person
Max Altitude
6,119 m
Difficulty
Extreme
Starts
Lukla (fly from Kathmandu)
Group Size
2–6 People
Stay
Tea House + High Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Best Season
Apr–May, Oct–Nov
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Trip Highlights
Lobuche East summit (6,119 m) — Khumbu's finest technical peak for intermediate climbers
Extra acclimatisation day at Dingboche vs the 15-day programme
Summit views: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Pumori from 6,100 m
EBC approach route — full Khumbu valley experience included
High camp at 5,600 m — proper mountaineering expedition atmosphere
Kala Patthar (5,545 m) optional on descent day
NMA-certified guide with 50+ successful Lobuche East summits
The 16-day Lobuche East itinerary builds an extra acclimatisation day into the schedule — giving you the best possible chance of standing on this dramatic 6,119m Khumbu summit with a technical ridge approach in full view of Everest.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(16 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 6,119 m · Day 12Airport pick-up and transfer to hotel. Evening welcome dinner with your climbing guide covering the expedition plan, gear check, and permit documentation.
1,400 m––DHotel
Lobuche East (6,119 m) is a technical trekking peak at the heart of the Khumbu — reached via the classic Everest Base Camp approach and rising directly above the Khumbu Glacier moraine at Lobuche village. The summit is a knife-edge ridge of ice and mixed ground that requires crampon technique, jumar skills, and comfort with exposure. The view from the top — across the entire Khumbu icefall to the west face of Nuptse and the summit pyramid of Everest above — is one of the most dramatic in the Himalaya accessible to non-professional climbers.
The 16-day itinerary includes the full EBC acclimatisation approach (Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche) before branching to Lobuche Base Camp (4,940 m) and High Camp (5,600 m) for the summit bid. The approach trek doubles as acclimatisation — by the time trekkers reach Lobuche village at 4,910 m, they have been above 4,000 m for six days. Our summit success rate on Lobuche East is 74% — the mountain has a sharper technical learning curve than Mera Peak, which is why we recommend it for trekkers with prior technical climbing experience or completion of a basic mountaineering course.
Full climbing gear (crampons, ice axe, harness, jumar, helmet) is included, along with one climbing Sherpa per two trekkers on summit day, base camp and high camp tents, and -20°C sleeping bags.
Is Lobuche East Harder Than Island Peak?
Both are 6,000 m technical trekking peaks requiring crampon work and jumar technique. Lobuche East has more mixed ground (rock and ice) on the approach to high camp, and the summit ridge is more exposed than Island Peak's headwall. Island Peak's fixed-rope headwall is steeper in places but more direct. Our guides characterise Lobuche as "more committing" — you are farther from the valley floor and the terrain above high camp has less margin for error. For this reason we recommend prior 5,000+ m trekking experience before attempting Lobuche East.
Best seasons: October–November and April–May. Permit: Lobuche East climbing permit (included). Summit altitude: 6,119 m.
What's Included
Included
- Lobuche East climbing permit ($250 spring / $125 autumn)
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit
- Government-certified senior guide + high-altitude climbing Sherpa
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu round-trip flights
- All teahouse accommodation on approach; base camp and high camp tents
- 3 meals per day throughout
- Altitude illness kit, pulse oximeter, and emergency oxygen
- Climbing equipment rental (harness, crampons, ice axe, jumar)
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance with emergency helicopter evacuation (mandatory for climbing)
- Personal climbing gear not listed in included items
- High-altitude medication beyond the included kit
- Tips for guides, climbing Sherpas, and porters (USD 10–15/day for climbing Sherpa)
- Beverages, hot showers, and battery charging at teahouses (payable direct)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Costs from extended summit bids, weather delays, or early descent
Pickup
Pokhara or Kathmandu: where should we pick you up?
This trip begins in Kathmandu. If you are already in Pokhara, we can bring you across (Pokhara and Kathmandu are about 200 km apart: 25 minutes by plane or 6 to 8 hours by tourist bus).
Pickup in Kathmandu
Trip starts hereLanding in Kathmandu? We meet you at the airport or your hotel and get you to the start.
- Kathmandu international airport (on arrival)We quote
- Kathmandu domestic airportWe quote
- Kathmandu hotel pickupWe quote
- Kathmandu tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Pickup in Pokhara
Staying in Pokhara? We can bring you to Kathmandu for the start.
- Pokhara hotel pickupIncludes getting you to Kathmandu by tourist bus or flight. We confirm the price with you.We quote
- Pokhara airport pickupWe quote
- Pokhara tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Hotel in the city
- No hotel, I will book my own$0
- Kathmandu: tourist standard guest houseWe quote
- Kathmandu: 3-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 4-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 5-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
Prices are per person and added to the trip price when you book. “We quote” means the price depends on your flight time and hotel, so our team confirms it with you before the trip. It is never added to your payment without asking.
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Best season. Extra day built in for optimal acclimatisation and a strong summit bid.
Low: -15–-8°C at BC High: 2–10°C at BC
Spring (Mar–May)
Excellent season — the 16-day schedule gives maximum flexibility for weather windows.
Low: -12–-5°C at BC High: 2–12°C at BC
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Not recommended. Extreme cold and high winds.
Low: -25–-15°C at BC High: -5–2°C at BC
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Not recommended. Heavy snow and poor visibility on upper slopes.
Low: -5–0°C at BC High: 5–15°C at BC
Permits Required
Lobuche East Climbing Permit
USD 250 (Sep–Nov) · USD 125 (other seasons)Arranged by us before departure.
Sagarmatha National Park Permit
NPR 3,000 (about US$23)Required for all trekkers in the Khumbu region.
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Fee
NPR 3,000 (about US$23)Local municipality permit. In the Khumbu it replaces the TIMS card, which is not used here.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Moisture-wicking base layers (top + bottom)
Insulating mid-layer fleece
Down jacket (800+ fill — essential)
Hardshell jacket and pants
Trekking trousers (2 pairs)
Merino wool socks (6 pairs)
Warm hat and balaclava
Sun hat
Insulated climbing gloves
Neck gaiter (2×)
Thermal underwear
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Kit that actually matters on this trek
All our gear adviceChosen for this route specifically — not a generic list. Each one says what you give up as well as what you get.
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