The Lobuche East is 6,119m, from the sea level In Everest Region, Now follows a description of Lobuche East (6119m) Very few climbers who attempt this peak reach the real summit, but many attain the worth -while false summit. Good conditions and a dawn or pre-dawn start is recommended. The average angle for the entire climb is not steep, but there are areas of messy seracs that require two axes, front pointing and belaying. The ridge route is sometimes easier. Many climbers who take this approach stop at the top of the ridge, thinking this is the false summit of Lobuche East. But, infact a continuation on the knife-edged ridge is needed (rope!) to reach the false-summit. The true summit proved to be, at first, an unattainable goal, but the Swiss first climbed rocky outliners of Lobuche East in 1952. Subsequent attempts fell short of the summit, finally climbed in 1984. Lobuche West was first climbed in 1955, by the South shoulder, which was also the first attempt. Since than the mountain has been scaled only a few times, also by the East-Face.
There are two distinct summits to Lobuje Peak – Lobuje East (6,119m) and Lobuje West (6,145m). Although a continuous ridge connects them there is a sharp gap and a considerable distance between them. Lobuje is an attractive summit, offering a variety of existing routes and a wide scope for new lines. Seen from near Pheriche, the dark triangle of its rocky East Face rises above the moraines of the Khumbu Glacier to an icy skyline. This skyline forms the South Ridge, the junction of the East Face with the glaciated South-West Face and the line of the normal route of ascent.
Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from Matterhorn Treks & Expedition will transfer to your hotel, We will brief about your trip activities. You’ll have rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel B/B.
Day 02 Kathmandu Sightseeing
Sightseeing in Some of landmarks that are the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of (Pashupati Nath), the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambhu Nath) and Buddhists shrine (Bouddha Nath). You can also make your last minute buying of personal items and preparation for the next day.
Overnight at Hotel B/B.
Day 03 Kathmandu – Lukla (2,800 m) – Phakding (2,652 m), 35 min flight, 3 hours trek
Early morning after breakfast, we get transferred to domestic airport and fly to Lukla. After an adventurous 40 minutes flight above breathtaking green and white mountains, we reach Tenzing-Hillary Airport at Lukla. This is one of the most beautiful air routes in the world culminating in a dramatic landing on a hillside surrounded by high mountains peaks. At the airport, we meet our other crew members. We get time to stroll around while the guide divides and manages baggage to be carried by porters. We start our trek through the prosperous village of Lukla until we reach Phakding. To assist in acclimatization, we only have a short hike today. However, if interested in additional activities, take a side trip to a nearby monastery.
Overnight in lodge on full board.
Day 04 Phakding -Namche Bazaar (3,440 m), 5-6 hrs
Trek starts in the morning after breakfast. The walk today is pleasant with few short uphill and downhill with multiple crossings over Dudh Koshi River and magnificent view of Mt. Thamserku (6,608 m/21,675 ft) from the Benkar village. Cross some more bridges and reach the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, where our trekking permits are checked in order to keep record of trekkers and local trekking staffs as well. A descend and a gradual walk brings us to Jorsale, the last village until Namche Bazaar. The walk is enjoyable through the river bed and we reach Hillary Suspension Bridge. Now, as we climb up hill towards Namche Bazzar, closer and magnificent sight of Kwangde Peak, its sister peaks, Kusum Kangaru, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Tawache, and many other fabulous mountains are viewed closer, we stop at the Chautara here to admire the view. Finally, we reach the colorful village of Namche Bazzar, the main gateway of Khumbu region.
Overnight in lodge on full board.
Day 05 Namche Bazaar Acclimatization Day
This is first scheduled ‘acclimatization’ day for this trek. Health experts always recommend us to stay active and moving during the rest day too instead of being idle. We either spend the day taking a day hike to Thamel or visiting Khunde or carry out relaxed exploration of Namche Bazaar itself. Namche Bazzar is the main center of the Everest (Khumbu) region and has government offices, ATMs, Internet cafes, shops, restaurants, a bakery and a colorful market each Friday evening and Saturday. If we trek a few hundred vertical feet during the day, it will help us to properly acclimatize. Visit the Tourist Visitor Center near the Sagarmatha National Park headquarters and observe an assortment of things related to the first Everest ascenders, Sherpa culture and learn about the various plant and animal life of the Everest region. We also take an interesting side trip up to Khumjung and climb up to famous airstrip at Syangboche. Just above the airstrip is the Everest View Hotel, a Japanese scheme to build a deluxe hotel with great views of the highest mountains on Earth. The Khumjung valley surrounded by the snowy peaks of Kongde and Thamserku and the sacred peak of Khumbila hosts a well known monastery that houses a yeti scalp. Visit Hillary School which is at the same site. After having lunch and spending some time in Khumjung, walk back down to Namche Bazzar.
Overnight in lodge on full board.
Day 06 Namche to Tengboche Monastery, 5/6 Hours From Namche, the well-worn Everest trail contours around the side of the valley high above the Dudh Kosi. As we follow the path, we will get even better views of the great peaks of the Khumbu: Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. Passing by several villages and numerous tea shops, we will cross the Dudh Kosi River and make a steep climb to Thyangboche, home of the famous and recently rebuilt monastery. We have plenty of time to look around Thyangboche, the monastery and have a cake at the bakery before dropping down to the river and the village of Deboche (3,700 m/12,135 ft) a little further along the trail, where we will stay in a relaxing lodge.
Overnight at Lodge on full board.
Day 07 Tengboche trek to Dengboche (4320 m) 5 hrs
Descend form Tengboche and again cross the Imja Khola, then side-hill gradually to Pangboche, an interesting gompa site above the main village. The trekkers are in the midst of the Himalayas here with spectacular views all around. For acclimatization, there is a need to spend two nights around the 1400’/4268 m level and Dingboche lying in a shelter spot above the Imja Khola is generally more attractive than Pheriche. It is however of note that the Himalayan Rescue Association have their aid post at Pheriche.
Day 08 Dengboche trek to Dhukla (4600 m), 4 hrs
We start the day with a climb to Dhukla through the Khumbu Khola valley. The trek along the arid terrace is awarding with awesome views of mountains on all sides. As we come to a yak herder’s place called Dusa, the valley begins to narrow and we continue through Phulung Karpo, of the camp sites during first successful Everest Expedition in 1953. Above Phulung Karpo is Chola Lake. As we continue our trek the majestic view of Mt. Pumori (7138 m/ 23418 ft) comes into view. As the trail descends and curves Mt. Pumori hides and we come across a roaring stream. After crossing a small wooden bridge, we ascend to Dugla. We can see the tip of Nuptse from here as well as Cholatse, Thamserku, and several other magnificent peaks. Spending a night in Duglha is ideal for acclimatization purposes.
Day 09 Dugla to Lobuche (4940 m), 3 hrs
Beyond Duglha we trek up the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. We find our way through the boulder-strewn slope as we ascend Chupki Lhara, an eerie ridge top with dramatic mountains views. At the top of the ridge we will find an array of stones with prayer flags used as memorials to Scott Fischer (American mountaineer) and 10 times Everest submitter Babu Chiri Sherpa (mountain guide from Nepal) who perished on a mission to climb Everest. As the trail drops to the Khumbu Glacier moraine, we find ourselves right “in front of” several great peaks – Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori and Mahalangur Himal. We are now in the vicinity of Everest but the great mountain still remains hidden. Nuptse towers to the right as the trail crosses the Khumbu Glacier. As we trek along a murmuring stream we do not see the Khumbu glacier because of its lateral moraine wall and we now begin to feel a little out of breath due to high altitude.
Day 10 Lobuche to Gorak Sherp (5170 m), 4 hrs
The trail to Gorak Shep goes ahead through the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. We pass though the pyramid sign post. Ahead on the trail we see crest of north ridge of Everest along with Mt. Pumori, Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse, Nuptse, etc. A small ascent would take us to Thangma Riju from where we perceive 360 degree vista of snowy mountains. Climbing steeply up to the top through the torrent of Changri glacier, we catch our first glimpse of Kala Patthar, a grey-green knoll beneath the Mt. Pumori. As we reach Gorak Shep, we will be surrounded by snow-capped mountains looming all around us including the top of the world – Mount Everest.
Day 11 Gorak Sherp to Kala Patthar (5545 m) to Lobuche, 6 hrs
We start early in the morning to catch the dramatic views from Kala Patthar witnessing the first light of day shining on Mount Everest. However, we need to get prepared for an early morning, dark and cold temperature (-10 to -14 C) departure beforehand. Plus there is always the potential for chilly winds which are quite common. Familiar peaks such as Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse tower to the east even as Everest begins to reveal itself emerging between the west shoulder crest and Nuptse. During the ascent to Kala Patthar we can pause to catch our breath at several outstanding view points to snap pictures. After several hours of an ascent, we reach Kala Patthar. From here we scramble to climb the rocky outcrop near to the summit marked by cairns and prayer flags. As we reach the top, we sit on the Kala Patthar rocks our eyes taking in the unbelievable Himalayan Panorama, wandering from one mighty massif to another. We take as many pictures as we can with our camera and take the in view with our mind’s eye to last lifetime. On being back to Gorak Shep, we have breakfast followed by a gradual descend down to Lobuche for a good night’s rest.
Day 12 Lobuche to Lobuche Base Camp (4865 m), 2 and ½ hrs
We begin our trek from Lobuche toward the Lobuche Base Camp. After walking some distance on relatively flatter plane, the path to the Lobuche Base Camp gets steeper and rocky. Since, we will be trekking toward somewhat lower altitude today, you may it find it easier for your body. Move forward along the Lobuche Glacier, while enjoying the great views of Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pokalde, Thamserku, Kantega, etc. After reaching the Lobuche Base Camp, take rest for some time and make necessary preparation for the summit.
Day 13 Lobuche Base Camp to Lobuche High Camp (5,600 m), 4 hrs
After breakfast we make a hike from Lobuche Base Camp to the Lobuche High Camp. The climb takes for about 4 hours. The High camp is located at 5,600 m/18,368 ft. From Base Camp, we hike on a rocky moraine path to reach the high camp. Upon reaching the high camp, we set up our camp, take lunch and rest. You can also walk around for some time that would also help in acclimatization.
Day 14 Summit Day: Lobuche Peak (6119 m/20,070 ft) Summit & back to Base Camp, 8 hrs
We start early in the morning for the summit endeavor. Lobuche east offers more panoramic views of the mountains those other popular peaks such as Island Peak. Once upon the Lobuche summit, you would enjoy magnifiscently panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pumori, and many more. We spend some time at the summit celebrating and taking pictures, then we get back to the Base Camp again.
Day 15 Rest day at Lobuche High Camp in case of bad weather or any other problem
Day 16 Lobuche Base Camp to Pangobche (3930 m), 6 hrs
We trek downhill from Lobuche Base Camp after having the breakfast and join the Everest Base Camp route at Lobuche again. We take our lunch at Lobuche. From Lobuche we again retrace our path to Pheriche. On the way to Pheriche, enjoy the magnificent views of Mt. Amadablam in the distance. From Pheriche, we continue to Pangboche. Some of the other peaks that you would enjoy include Pokalde, Thamserku, Kantega among others. We will trek down through the hillside blanketed by rhododendron and juniper trees. If it’s spring, pink and red rhododendron flowers ablaze our surroundings. Upon reaching Pangboche you may also consider visiting the famous Pangboche Monastery.
Day 17 Pangboche to Tengboche- Namche Bazzar
After crossing the prayer flag festooned bridge over the Dudh Koshi River trail then follows the Dudh Koshi gorge descending rapidly through the pine forests. The path eventually reaches Sansa which is the major trail junction in the region. We unknowingly appreciate the gorgeous Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Nuptse with every bite. Following lunch, the trail to Namche Bazaar clings to the steep wooded slope beyond Kyangjuma, winding through several bends. We keep a lookout for wild life such as mountain goats, snow leopards, colorful pheasants, etc., while we pass through the forest by the trail. After passing a Chorten, we reach the army camp at of Namche Bazaar. We want to take a long last look (and picture!) back to Lhotse, the tip of Everest and Tengboche from here. On reaching our lodge, we take a nice hot shower and have very relaxed sleep in our room in Namche Bazaar.
Day 18 Back to Lukla (2800 m), 6 hours
Today the trail steeply descends to the Hillary Suspension Bridge and then continues on an easy natural walk to Phakding. After a lunch, trail will lead you back to Lukla. On arrival in Lukla you will have time to relax, stretch those sore legs and celebrate the completion of your trek. Reconfirm your flight ticket.
Overnight at lodge on full board.
Day 19 Lukla – Kathmandu (1350 m)
After an early morning flight to Kathmandu, you’ll head to your hotel. Today is a well-earned day to put your weary feet and gratefully rediscover all of civilization’s perks. You could catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any sights missed during your first day in Kathmandu.
Finally there’ll be an evening celebration dinner together.
Day 20 Kathmandu
This pleasant day you may have full day at leisure at your own or can be extends your extra trip with us on additional cost or time to explore the Thamel for last day shopping and evening Matterhorn Treks & Expedition will take you for Farewell dinner.
Overnight at Hotel B/B.
Day 21 Departure from Kathmandu
Matterhorn treks & Expedition will transferred to the International Airport your departure flight to your on wards destination.
Día 1: Arribo a Katmandú (1.300 mts)
Llegada al Aeropuerto Internacional Tribhuvan de Katmandú donde un representante de Matterhorn le llevará a su hotel. En este lugar se hará una breve descripción sobre su viaje. El resto del día es libre.
Alojamiento en Katmandú
Día 2: Katmandú y preparación
Visita a algunos de los principales atractivos que forman parte de los Sitios Patrimonio de la Humanidad de Katmandú como son: Dubar Square, el templo sagrado hinduista de Pashupati Nath, el famoso Monkey Temple (Swayambhu Nath) y el santuario budista de Bouddha Nath.
Alojamiento en Katmandú
Día 3: Katmandú – Lukla (2.800 mts) – Phakding (2.652 mts)
Temprano en la mañana y después de desayunar se dirigen al aeropuerto local para volar a Lukla. Después de 40 minutos de vuelo sobre verdes valles y blancas montañas se llega al aeródromo Tenzing-Hillary en Lukla. En este lugar se reúnen con el resto de los miembros de la expedición.
Se inicia el trek a través de la próspera aldea de Lukla hasta alcanzar Phakding después de una caminata de aproximadamente 3 horas.
Alojamiento en Pkhakding
Día 4: Pakhding – Namche Bazaar (3.440 mts)
El trek se inicia tras el desayuno. El camino hoy es agradable con algunos cortos ascensos y descensos con múltiples cruces al río Dudh Koshi y espectaculares vistas del monte Thamserku (6.608 mts) desde la villa de Benkar. Posteriormente se llega a la entrada del Parque Nacional Sagarmatha en la villa de Monjo, donde los permisos de trekking son revisados. Una caminata gradual y en descenso lleva a la villa de Jorsale la última villa antes de alcanzar Namche Bazzar, la principal entrada a la región del Khumbu.
Alojamiento en Namche Bazaar
Día 5: Día de aclimatación en Namche Bazaar
Los expertos en Salud siempre recomiendan mantenerse activo durante este día. Por ello se puede visitar la villa de Thame o de Khunde o bien realizar una visita en detalle a Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar es el principal centro de la región del Everest, contando con oficinas gubernamentales, Internet, restaurantes, cafés, panaderías y un colorido mercado cada Viernes por la tarde y Sábado.
También se puede tomar un interesante trek hasta a villa de Khumjung. El valle de Khumjung está rodeado por los picos nevados del Kongde y Thamserku y el pico sagrado del Khumbila. Además se puede visitar la Escuela Hillary. Tras el almuerzo y después de haber conocido Khumjung se vuelve a Namche Bazaar donde se pasa la noche.
Día 6: Namche Bazaar – Monasterio de Thyangboche
Desde Namche se toma el transitado sendero que va por el contorno del valle y arriba del rio Dudh Kosi. El sendero pasa por numerosas villas y múltiples lugares donde se puede tomar un té. Tras cruzar el rio Dudh Kosi y luego de ascender por una escarpada subida se llega a Thyangboche, hogar del famoso y recientemente reconstruido monasterio . En este lugar se contará con suficiente tiempo para visitar los alrededores y también el monasterio. El trek este día toma entre 5 y 6 horas.
Día 7: Thyangboche – Dengboche (4.320 mts)
Descendiendo desde Thyangboche hasta cruzar el rio Imja Khola continúa un gradual ascenso hasta Pangboche, una villa que posee una interesante Gompa y vistas de montaña cada vez más impresionantes. Dengboche es una especie de refugio sobre el rio Imja, siendo un lugar más conveniente para pasar la noche que Pheriche.
Este día el trek toma unas 5 horas.
Día 8: Dengboche – Duglha (4.600 mts)
Se inicia el día con el ascenso en dirección a Duglha a través del valle del rio Khumbu. El trek que sigue por aridas terrazas es recompensado con impresionantes vistas del Himalaya por todos lados. Al llegar a un lugar de pastoreo de yaks llamado Dusa, el valle empieza a estrecharse y se continúa a través de Phulung Karpo. Siguiendo por el camino se viene a la vista la imagen majestuosa del monte Pumori (7.138 mts). Luego el camino desciende hasta topar con una fuerte corriente. Después de cruzar un pequeño puente de madera se inicia la ascensión a Duglha. Desde aquí se pueden ver los picos del Nuptse, Cholatse, Thamserku entre otros. Pasar la noche en Duglha es ideal para mejorar la aclimatación.
Día 9: Duglha – Lobuche (4.940 mts)
Siguiendo desde Duglha el trek asciende hasta los límites de la morrena del Glaciar Khumbu. Sigue el camino a través de una pendiente de rocas ascendiendo al Chupki Lhara, una misteriosa cresta con dramáticas vistas de montaña. En la parte más alta de la cresta se encuentran formaciones de piedra con banderas de oración usadas como memorial al montañero Scott Fischer y al 10 veces cumbre del Everest Babu Chiri Sherpa quién murió en una expedición a esta misma montaña.
En esta zona ya se empieza a sentir la falta de oxígeno debido a la gran altitud. Después de un trek de tres horas se llega a Lobuche
Día 10: Lobuche – Gorak Sherp (5.170 mts)
El camino a Gorak Sherp corre a través de la morrena lateral del Glaciar Khumbu. Más adelante en el camino se verá la cresta norte del Monte Everest junto con los montes Pumori, Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse y Nuptse. Un pequeño ascenso lleva al Thangma Riju desde donde se tiene una vista de 360 grados de cumbres nevadas. Siguiendo el ascenso a través del torrente del Glaciar Changri se obtiene la primera vista del Kala Pathar, una loma verde-gris debajo del Monte Pumori.
Al llegar a Gorak Sherp todo el paisaje es ocupado por montañas de picos nevados incluido el techo del mundo, el Monte Everest.
Este trek toma unas 4 horas.
Día 11: Gorak Sherp – Kala Patthar (5.545 mts) – Lobuche
Se comienza muy temprano en la mañana para coger las vistas desde Kala Patthar de las primeras luces del amanecer sobre el Monte Everest.
Durante el ascenso al Kala Patthar se pueden apreciar impresionantes vistas de las montañas. Al alcanzar la cima del Kala Patthar se tendrá un increíble panorama de los Himalayas donde la majestuosidad de cada montaña se justifica por sí misma.
Volviendo a Gorak Sherp se desayuna para seguir en un descenso gradual hasta Lobuche donde se pasa la noche.
El trek de este día es de unas 6 horas.
Día 12: Lobuche – Lobuche Base Camp (4.865)
El camino al Lobuche Base Camp parte en una primera etapa relativamente plano para seguir luego muy escarpado y rocoso. Más adelante junto al Glaciar Lobuche se tienen magníficas vistas del Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pokalde, Thamserku y Kantega. Una vez alcanzado el campamento base se descansa un momento para iniciar los preparativos necesarios para hacer cumbre.
Este trek es de unas 2.5 horas
Día 13: Lobuche Base Camp – Lobuche High Camp (5.600 mts)
Después del desayuno se realiza el camino que lleva al Lobuche High Camp. El ascenso toma unas 4 horas y trancurre por una morrena rocosa. Una vez alcanzado el High Camp se establece el campamento, se almuerza y descansa. Se puede caminar por los alrededores para ayudar la aclimatación.
Día 14: Lobuche High Camp – Lobuche Peak (6.119 mts) – Lobuche Base Camp
Este es el día de cumbre. Parte muy temprano en la mañana. Una vez en la cima del Lobuche se pueden disfrutar vistas panorámicas del Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pumori y muchas más. Luego de pasar cierto tiempo en la cima se emprende el regreso al campamento base.
Este día el trek es de unas 8 horas en total.
Día 15: Día de descanso en Lobuche Base Camp en caso de malas condiciones climáticas u otro problema.
Día 16: Lobuche Base Camp – Pangboche (3.930 mts)
El camino desciende hasta unirse a la ruta del Everest Base Camp. En Lobuche se almuerza para luego seguir a Pheriche desde donde se continúa a Pangboche donde se puede visitar su monasterio.
Este día el trekking es de unas 6 horas.
Día 17: Pangboche – Namche Bazaar
El camino nos lleva por un descenso de 5 a 6 horas, en las cuáles se puede llegar a ver con suerte mucha vida salvaje, donde destacan la cabra de montaña, el leopardo de las nieves y el colorido faisán.
Alojamiento en Namche Bazaar
Día 18: Namche Bazaar – Lukla (2.800)
El camino desciende abruptamente siguiendo la ruta ya conocida y que lleva de vuelta a Lukla para tomar el vuelo a Katmandú. Este trek toma unas 6 horas.
Alojamiento en Lukla.
Día 19: Vuelo de regreso a Katmandú
Vuelo usualmente fijado por la mañana para evitar condiciones climáticas desfavorables.
Alojamiento en Katmandú
Día 20: Katmandú
Día de relajo para explorar Thamel y realizar las últimas actividades. Por la tarde Matterhorn Treks & Expeditions organiza una cena de despedida.
Alojamiento en Katmandú
Día 21: Partida desde Katmandú
Matterhorn Treks & Expeditions transporta cada pasajero al Aeropuerto Internacional para la toma de los respectivos vuelos que lo llevarán a su destinación.
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