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+977 9704823980 (Whatsapp)On May 23rd, 2026, Cloue Sophie’s Hui – Qi Suzanne, a Singaporean, reached the Lobuche East summit at 6,119 meters (20,075 feet) with a professional support team from Hill Sherpa Trekking. She is 20 years old and is one of the youngest from the Singaporean community to climb Lobuche Peak, making this achievement one to remember.
The expedition was one led by experienced climbing Sherpa, Ang Dendi Sherpa, who was a key contributor to this ascent with his technical guidance, and his expertise and experience with mountains and management of safety along the path to the summit. The team climbed through some of the most difficult snowy alpine terrains of the Everest region of Nepal, which is famous for extreme high altitudes.
Lobuche East Peak is one of the most iconic trekking peaks of Nepal, and is used as a first introduction to Himalayan Mountaineering. It is located along the Everest Base Camp trail in the Khumbu valley, and gives climbers a mix of trekking adventure along with some level of technical climbing.
Lobuche East Peak stands at 6,119 meters tall, and presents challenges with glacial crossing, steep icy sections, some rocky ridges, and climbing with fixed ropes. Despite these challenges, climbers are rewarded with one of the most beautiful views of some of the most significant peaks of the world’s tallest mountains, including Mount Everest, along with Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, and many more of the Himalayan giants.
Summiting Lobuche Peak requires solid endurance due to the combination of the physical challenge at extreme elevations of 6,119 m, the elements and the unpredictable climate. To successfully complete this challenge, each team member must be prepared and thoroughly supported with acclimatisation, guides, and Sherpas.
The first part of the journey started from Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu. The team took a flight to Lukla, which is considered the entry point to the Everest region. The first stop on the trek to the summit of Lobuche via everest base camp was Phakding, from where the team went through the well known Sherpa region villages of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and several other villages beyond. Going to all these villages helped the team acclimatize to the high altitudes.
The trek was more than just getting to the base of Mount Everest. There was exquisite scenery of the mountains and an expansive display of the Sherpa people’s rich culture and traditions. The group had the chance to go through a number of suspension bridges and ancient Buddhist monasteries. The trek itself was filled with adventure and beautiful scenery.
For the summit attempt, the group began its final preparations at Lobuche High Camp. This included preparing all the climbing equipment, practicing some of the essential climbing skills, and allowing the group to have the best chance to reach the highest point on Earth.
The team made their final attempt to be the first group to reach the summit from Hill Sherpa trekking on May 23, 2026. What made the attempt field to be a success was that this group was the first to fully attempt to reach the summit from the horizontal area that is both in the front of the area of the Sherpa trekking and in Nepal’s Himalayan region. It was the first of its kind. What was achieved, however, couldn’t be attempted without an experienced climbing Sherpa and the support of a team. The group began at an
After climbing Lobuche East Peak, the team spent hours at high altitudes. This journey took months of preparation, hard work, and dedication, making it especially emotional for them to summit for the first time at age 20.
They experienced amazing vistas of the sun rising and illuminating the Himalayan mountains, surrounded by a snow-covered and desolate Everest region and other Himalayan ranges.
For youth climbers the world over, attempting the challenge of a summit of a 6119m peak in the Himalayas is an ultimate goal. Sophie Hui-Qi Suzanne is one such climber who attains the highest peak goal. Sophie shows dedication, responsibility, and attention can accomplish great things, but most things in life are not possible without teamwork and proper guidance. Sophie’s achievement is even more commendable given the mental, emotional and physical hurdles of strength and stamina this peak has.
On behalf of Hill Sherpa Trekking, it is our great honor to thank our climbing Sherpa Mr Ang Dendi Sherpa and the other support team, for their professionalism and behavior which made this the safest and most successful summit to date.
The unparalleled journey this way for future climbers will hopefully be as rewarding for Hui-Qi Suzanne. We will welcome her back to the Himalayas again one day.
Peak: Lobuche East
Elevation: 6,119 meters / 20,075 feet
Summit Date: May 23rd 2026
Summit Time: 8: 10 am
Nationality: Singapore
Age: 20
Organizer: Hill Sherpa Trekking
Climbing Sherpa: Mr Ang Dendi Sherpa
Congratulations on this fantastic achievement in this region of the Himalayas.
Located within the Khumbu Valley, Lobuche East Peak can be found on the trekking path to Everest Base Camp, and is surrounded by tall peaks including Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse.
Standing at 6,119 meters or 20,075 feet tall, Lobuche East is a famous trekking peak of Nepal and is the perfect destination for an introduction to the Himalayas for trekkers.
Singaporean climber Sophie Hui Qi Suzanne Cloue reached the summit of Lobuche Peak on May 23rd, 2026 with the help of the Hill Sherpa Trekking Team.
At the age of 20, Cloue Sophie Hui Qi Suzanne became one of the youngest Singaporeans to reach the summit of Lobuche Peak.
For the Lobuche East expedition, Mr. Ang Dendi Sherpa was the lead Sherpa and also the expedition leader, and he brought a great deal of safety to the team with his skill and knowledge of the subject.
Lobuche East is considered a trekking peak. This means that unlike other trekking peaks, some technical climbing skills are required. Therefore, to summit this peak, climbers should have the necessary skills to use fixed ropes, crampons, axes, and other technical climbing apparatus.
Even the most physically fit trekkers will find Lobuche Peak taxing. The combination of high altitude and rocky, steep, icy paths, along with the cold weather, makes climbing Lobuche a challenge. There is, however, the possibility of a successful and safe clim to the summit of Lobuche East Peak with an experienced climbing guide and the right preparations (acclimatizing and physical fitness).
The majority of the climbing expeditions to Lobuche East are planned for approximately 14 to 18 days. However, the length of climbing expeditions can vary due to acclimatization, the chosen itinerary, the route, and the weather on the days of the expedition.
The summit of Lobuche East is a highly rewarding climb due to the spectacular views that can be seen. These views include magnificent Himalayan Peaks such as Pumori Peak, Ama Dablam Peak, Nuptse Peak, Lhotse Peak, and Everest.
Hill Sherpa Trekking is a trekking company in Nepal and offers tours to the trekking clients throughout the Himalayan regions and offers them to experience the natural beauty of the place.
This trek is fully supported which is great for those wanting to climb for the first time and even those who have had absolutely no climbing experience.
Spring and Fall are the best seasons for climbing so you can experience the best views of summiting Lobuche East.
