Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return 15 days

Highlights of Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return 15 days

Enjoy a panoramic scene of Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu, Mount Nuptse, Mount Amadablam, and Mount Pumori from the summit of Lobuche.
Visit the Sagarmatha National Park which is home to a number of exotic Himalayan animals and birds.
Spend a day in the amazing town of Namche.
Might spot creatures like snow leopards, pheasants, musk deers, and more.
Cross the Khumbu glacier.
Scenic flight to and from Lukla, one of the most exciting airports.
Return by Helicopter to Kathmandu after successfully climbing the Lobuche peak.

Trip Overview

Experiencing traditional Nepalese Himalayan villages, the Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return is definitely among the most exciting trekking trips in Nepal’s Khumbu region. The goal of this trek is to reach the summit of Lobuche East Peak, where we will be treated to the all-encompassing, broad, scenery of the Khumbu Himalayas.

Our Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return schedule includes the Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar trek to allow your body to acclimate before you move closer to the Lobuche East’s summit.

For those who enjoy adventure and are enthusiastic hikers making their first summit ascent, the Lobuche Climb is an ideal expedition. With two peaks, Lobuche East and Lobuche West, Lobuche Peak is 6,119 meters high.

This trip has been classified as a Group B trek peak because it can be completed with the least amount of climbing expertise. However, given we’re going to be flying back, it’s probably more on the Group C side. However, Lobuche West Mountain is more of an expedition-style mountain because of its more challenging aspects. When we refer to Lobuche Peak in this bundle, we actually refer to Lobuche East Peak.

When compared with comparable peak ascends, the Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return is a somewhat comfortable ascend, but the trip and the destination make it more worthwhile. A portion of the Everest Base Camp path is also included in the trip; the journey starts with an exhilarating flight to Lukla.

Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return 15 days Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Pick up / transfer to Hotel

The first day of the Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return involves, arriving at the international airport in Kathmandu where one of our representatives will be waiting for you to escort you to your designated 5-star hotel room. You can find him at the terminal holding a nameplate of your initials.

At the airport, you will have to get your tourist visa sorted out and pay a certain amount of visa fees based on your days of stay. The trek package does not cover this expense.

Duration

30 minutes Drive By Private Car

Max Altitude

1300m

Meals

Excluded

Accommodation

5-Star Hotel

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

Sightseeing in Kathmandu is a great way to explore the traditional and cultural buildings of Nepal. During your sightseeing tour, we will take you to a number of renowned places such as Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and more. If you prefer to visit a specific site, we can add it to the itinerary and our guide will take you there.

Our driver and guide will pick you up in the morning after breakfast and take you on a full-day sightseeing tour. After we are done with the sightseeing, our guide will give you a brief overview of the trek and make sure that you are prepared well for the journey ahead.

Duration

Half Day Sightseeing

Max Altitude

1300m

Meals

Breakfast

Accommodation

5-Star Hotel

Day 03: Kathmandu to Lukla | Trek to Phakding

On the 3rd day of the Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return we will finally get some action. Our driver will drop you off at the regional airport in Kathmandu from where a 35-minute flight will take you to the starting point of the trek, Lukla. As you touch down at the Hillary Airport, you can see the peak of Kongde Ri.

We will shortly start our trek to Phakding, which is about 3 hours away from the airport. As we reach the end of Lukla, we will have to get the permit for Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality. At the official entry point, our guide will handle all the requirements for permits.

Moving on, the descent to Phakding is an easy walk with views of Mt. Khumbila. Once we reach Tadakoshi you can see Mt. Khusum Khangru. Today’s trek is easy and full of views.

Duration

35 min flight / 3 hours walk

Max Altitude

2652m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazar

Your typical hiking activities on this trek will involve passing suspension bridges and trekking along the Dudh Koshi riverbank. Additionally, your experience in the Benkar settlement and the breathtaking views of Mr. Thamserku it offers, are very amazing. Before that, we will enter the Sagarmatha National Park and have our permits validated.

We can observe a variety of plants and animals in the national park. In addition, a variety of uncommon wild creatures, including birds and wild boar, red pandas, musk deer, and snow leopards, may be seen there.

Continuing our trek, we will stop at Jorsale Village for lunch. After a little break, we will start trekking again to reach Hillary Bridge in about 30-40 minutes. From there, you will be able to view the Mt. Tabuche (holy mountain). After an hour of trekking from Hillary Bridge, we will reach Topdanda, a viewpoint of Everest, which also offers views of Lhotse and Nuptse.

Duration

5-6 hours

Max Altitude

3,444m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 05: Acclimatization day - Hike to Hotel Everest View | Trek back to Namche Bazar

Acclimatization is very important in any Himalayan trekking adventure and what better place to spend the day than Namche? Namche Bazaar is well-known for a lot of things. Namche is home to the majority of government buildings. Moreover, it serves as the entrance to the entire Everest area. Views of the snow-capped peaks and mountains around Namche bazaar are available from the several hotels located in Namche. The main draws of Namche are its historic monasteries and tourist information centers.

The Namche Bazaar has easy access to bakeries, restaurants, ATMs, glossary stores, and the internet via email. We relax in Namche Bazaar while exploring the neighborhood. We can communicate with the Sherpas in Namche and learn about their way of life and culture.

We also go to Hotel Everest View. On the way to Hotel Everest View, you will enjoy the views of Khangtenpoche, Kongde Ri, Pherchermo, Samdur, Tangerito, etc. This famous luxury hotel is 3 hours away from Namche and offers views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamsheru, Tabuche, Amadablam, Cholaste, etc.

Duration

3 hrs

Max Altitude

3880m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 06: Trek to Debuche

We are going to encounter little monasteries and stupas with images of Buddhist figures as we begin our hike today. Approximately 500 years ago, the ethnic Sherpa people fled oppression in Tibet and arrived in the highlands of Nepal. Hence, you can get a little experience of what Tibetan culture feels like. One of the most notable characteristics of these people is their warmth and kindness.

If the sky is clear in the morning and the sun is shining, we will be able to see Everest for the very first time from the route. We are going to walk leisurely, moderate pace that is within the limitations of the environment, changing speed as we ascend and descend, all the while maintaining a consistent energy consumption.

Duration

6-7 hours

Max Altitude

3860m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche

The gentle walk you take in the morning takes you through a dense forest of juniper, pine, and birch trees, whose bark peels in a buff color. Views become more expansive as soon as the trail ascends toward the town of Pangboche after crossing the pontoon bridge across the Imja Khola. To the right, Ama Dablam’s massive structure looms over the horizon, its two slopes extending to both sides of its high, conical peak.

Today’s hike will require 5 to 6 hours of trekking and some elevation rise. Since Dingboche is at 4410 meters and Deboche is at 3710 meters, we will walk gently and allow our bodies to adjust.

Duration

3-4 hours

Max Altitude

4410m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 08: Acclimatization hike to nagarjung viewpoint

We will stop at Dingboche for a day to acclimate before we cross the 5,000m mark. Dingboche is a little settlement with fields surrounded by stone walls that is a well-liked overnight stop for hikers and climbers heading to Lobuche Summit, Island Peak, or EBC.

We will hike to Nagarjun Hill, also known as Nangkartshang Hill, for a little acclimatization trek following breakfast. The village offers a climbing gear rental service, which is where we will obtain our climbing equipment.

After lunch, we make our way midway to Chukkung Ri. We will just trek up to the midway point because the summit of the slope (5,500m) is rather far away. From the viewpoint, we can see Mt. Baruntse, Makalu, Island Peak, Amadablam, Chopola, Ambigetshen, Khankaru, Tabuche, Thamsheru, Cholatse, and Lobuche Peak.

Duration

3-4 hours

Max Altitude

5083m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche

It will get difficult to breathe as you go higher in altitude and so, we will move gradually and at a leisurely pace. We will cross a glacier and arrive at Dughla, our lunch stop. The warming cuisine and cozy atmosphere of the teahouse provide a much-needed break from the bitterly cold weather.

We will then proceed to Lobuche after lunch, stopping at Thukla Pass to see the tributes for those who died climbing Everest. From there, we can see the Lobuche Peak and Amadablam along with the Lobuche Base Camp. Approaching Lobuche, the peaks dividing Tibet and Nepal come into view. When we arrive at Lobuche, we will enter a teahouse and relax for a well-earned break.

Duration

4-5 hours

Max Altitude

5030m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep - Trek to Everest base camp and return to Gorakshep

We will be trekking a long distance today so we will get up early and head to Gorak Shep first, crossing the Khumbu Glacier. It might be a little difficult for you to trek because of the change in elevation. The path goes up and down gently. When we get to Gorak Shep, we will have our lunch at a teahouse. Ghorakshep is the last town before reaching Everest base camp and we will keep all our luggage in the lodge, as we will be back to Gorakshep.

After that, we will go to the foot of Mount Everest, the highest mountain on Earth. Prior to your summit climb, the trip to Everest Base Camp acts as an acclimatization trek. The trek is exciting yet difficult. As you pass the Khumbu glacier, you might experience the rush of adrenaline.

Situated just under Mount Everest, Everest Base Camp is a long space for tents and a rocky location. The vast frozen wall of the mountain and the gorgeous Khumbu Ice Fall, a training ground for mountaineers attempting to climb Everest, is visible from Base Camp.

However, the peak of Everest is not visible from the base camp itself. Multicolor tents are erected over EBC during the busiest climbing season. Before returning to Gorak Shep, you should take some photos and enjoy the scenery.

Duration

6-7 hrs

Max Altitude

5,364m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Day 11: Early morning hike to Kalapathar and Trek to Lobuche

We shall begin our walk today by making our way to Kala Patthar first thing in the morning. At 5,550 meters, Kala Patthar is one of the most well-liked and most likely the best viewpoints in the Everest region. Situated just above Gorak Shep, the ridge is a black rocky mound. Its dark hue has earned it the name “Kala Patthar,” which translates to “Black Earth.”

A full 360-degree panorama of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Lobuche, Pumori, Lingtren, etc. can be seen from the summit of Kala Patthar. We can see most of the Everest Region’s mountains from Kalapatthar. Once you’ve taken pictures of these magnificent views and admired them long enough, we’ll return to Gorak Shep for lunch. We will travel to Lobuche after a little session of relaxation.

Duration

5-6 hrs

Max Altitude

5,550m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Day 12: Trek to Lobuche High Camp

We will ascend to High Camp from Lobuche, walking through the settlement and up the peak. It is a strenuous ascent that passes across a rocky moraine and the Lobuche Glacier. We will be at the Lobuche High Camp in just over two hours. The tents will be set up when we get to High Camp where our crew members will make you lunch, and you’ll be ready for the pre-climb preparation.

On a slope that leads to the peak, a ropes course will be put up following lunch. The mountaineers will receive the fundamental training necessary for their ascent of Lobuche Peak.

Starting with fundamentals like putting on your crampons, helmet, and harness, to more advanced instruction like using an ice axe, ascender, descender, and cross anchors. Your mountaineering leader will walk you through the rope’s traversal and rappel technique.

Finally, you practice utilizing your safety harness to climb and descend the rope. Once you’re completely comfortable utilizing the safety harness and climbing and getting down on the rope, you are ready to climb the peak. You have a full day of climbing tomorrow, so get a good night’s sleep.

Duration

3 hrs

Max Altitude

5205m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Camp

Day 13: Climb to Lobuche Peak climbing | Back to high camp Duration | Fly back to Kathmandu by helicopter

Today is the day we finally make our way to the peak. We will have to wake up at around 1 AM in the morning, eat breakfast, and start the ascend an hour later. The path is rugged and has an abrupt slope. We arrive at Crampon Point after almost two to three hours of trekking. This is the spot where the crampons are placed.

Walking on ice and snow, we will travel across the Lobuche glacier. We will use ascenders to climb the difficult sections where ropes will be secured. Lobuche Peak climbing is far more complex and difficult than Island Peak climbing, despite the lack of ladders and crevasses throughout the route.

In around five to six hours, we will reach the summit from our night camp. From the top, you will be able to enjoy up-close views of Makalu, Barun Tse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, Dudh Kunda, Thamserku, Chamlang, and Gaurishanker. After such an adventure, we will return to high camp from where you will be transported to Kathmandu via helicopter.

This helicopter ride will be one to remember as you will be flying through the scenic Khumbu region, overseeing everything the valley has to offer.

Duration

7-8 hours

Max Altitude

6,119m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

5-Star Hotel

Day 14: Free day

This day is reserved for any unforeseen happenings that could potentially delay our journey by a day. If everything goes right, which usually does, this day will be a free day and you can explore the Kathmandu valley once again. The capital city offers a lot of attractions and you will be busy for the whole day.

Meals

Breakfast

Accommodation

Local Teahouse

Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu international airport

On the 15th day, you will get on the flight back to home. We hope you had a great experience and you can also leave feedback. Our representative will escort you to the airport once everything has been sorted out.

Meals

Breakfast

Accommodation

Local Teahouse

Includes & Excludes

What is included?

Airport Pick Up / Drop Off ( Private Car )
5 * Hotel Twin Sharing Room Accommodation ( 3 Nights In Kathmandu With Breakfast)
Kathmandu sightseeing include city guide and private car
All Meals During The Trekking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, And Tea)
Company Provides All Tents, Kitchen, Dining & Foods Loboche peak High Camp
Everest Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit & Khumbu Pasang Lhamu rural Musicality Fee
Loboche Peak Climbing Permit
Return To Kathmandu By Helicopter
Climbing Guide Insurance & Climbing Charge Equipment
Main Climbing guide & Assistant Guide
Complementary Fresh Fruit After Dinner,
Accommodation, Standard Mountain Lodge During The Trek,
Government Licensed Holder And Good Speaking English Climbing Guide,
All Staffs Wages, Foods, Drinks, Accommodations, Transportations And Insurance,
One Strong Sherpa Helper For Carrying Your Baggage, (1 Porter For 2 Clients)
Hill Sherpa Trekking First Aid Kit by Guide,
Water Purification Tablets For Tap Water
Helicopter Services Will Covered By Your Travel Insurance, Incase If Emergency,
All Government Tax & Official charge,
Sleeping Bag, Down Jacket, Duffel Bag, And Trekking Poles Provides By Hill Sherpa
Trekking But Should Be Returned After The Trek ( If Needed )
Oxygen Meter For Checking Pulse, Level (AMS) Acute Mountain Sickness,
Assistant Guide Provides For Groups Size Of 8 People,
Achievement Certificate By Nepal Mountaineering Association (After Summit Pisang Peak)
Hill Sherpa Trekking Provides Trip Certificates ( After complete trip)
Hill Sherpa Trekking Provides Complementary Sun Block Cap

What is excluded?

International Airfare Tickets
Nepal Entry Visa Fee, visa Obtains On Arrival At International Airport in Kathmandu)
Additional Accommodations, Foods, Drinks In Kathmandu ( If Stays Extra Day)
Your Personal Medical & Travel Insurance,
Desserts, Sweet Items Like Chocolate, Cake, Pie, Pudding, Any Extra Expenses
Excess Baggage Luggage Weight Is 10-15 KG Maximum,
During The Trek Hot Showers, Mobile, Camera, Power Bank Any Batteries Charging, Wi-Fi Internet,
Kathmandu Sightseeing Monument Entrance Fees ($30 USD Per Person)
Your Personal Climbing Gears
Personal First Aid Kit
Tips For Guide & Porters,

Departure Dates

Date	Duration	Price	Availability	Join
Oct 03, 2024 - Oct 17, 2024	15 Days	US$ 8100	2 seat	Book Now
Oct 06, 2024 - Oct 20, 2024	15 Days	US$ 8099	2 seat	Book Now
Oct 17, 2024 - Oct 31, 2024	15 Days	US$ 7980	3 seat	Book Now
Oct 25, 2024 - Nov 07, 2024	14 Days	US$ 7850	4 seat	Book Now

Note:

We also operated private trips.

Trip Information of Luxury Lobuche Peak Climbing with Heli Return 15 days

Difficulty

The Nepal Mountaineering Association has categorized Lobuche East Peak as a Grade B climbing peak. Lobuche Peak climbing is really difficult but worthwhile. A mind full of dedication and competent mountaineering abilities are needed before reaching the summit.

Usually, one ascends Lobuche Peak from the southeast slope. In addition to having a high degree of fitness, one must be knowledgeable about the gears, equipment, and how to operate and set them up in the mountains.

Best seasons

Given how difficult Lobuche Peak is to climb, the spring and fall seasons are ideal. It is also ideal to climb at the busiest times of the year since you will make a bunch of friends along the way who are into trekking as well.

Just a few ambitious people attempt to climb during the winter since it is considered dangerous. When compared with other seasons, the height of summer is not particularly desirable. In general, the best times to climb are in the spring and fall.

Altitude Sickness

Altitude sickness can definitely occur in these regions as you will be trekking over 5000 meter for days. To avoid this inconvenience, you should drink plenty of water. Our itinerary itself is designed to combat altitude sickness as we take two days off to acclimatize with the changing environment.

Accommodation, Food and Drink

In the Khumbu and Lobuche region, lodging is provided by largely locals in the form of teahouses. They offer modest amenities, are cozy, and are straightforward. Extra amenities like washing clothes, internet access, showers with hot water, and gadget charging are not included in the room cost.

Trekkers need to be ready to share a room during busy seasons. Furthermore, attached washrooms are not available in the upper regions. Most restrooms are located outside the teahouse. The lodging option at Lobuche Base Camp and High Camp is limited to tent.

Throughout the trekking days, we will serve you three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), while you will only be provided with breakfast in Kathmandu. The teahouses serve simple, yet nutritious, homemade dishes. Our crew members in the tent will prepare filling and delicious meals for you.

The main dish, Dal Bhat (lentils and rice), is prepared with curry and fresh green veggies. This combo provides energy for five or six hours of trekking each day. There’s also Sherpa soup, bread, roti, noodles, stew, and hot beverages. At Namche, you may get continental cuisine. We will also provide you with a fresh bowl of fruits every night after dinner.

While the package covers all your food and lodging expenses, it does no cover your drinking expenses, including drinking water. However, we will provide you with water purification tablets to make sure that you do not suffer from any contaminations.

Transportation

Your flight to and back from Lukla, all the land transportation such as pick up and drop off at the international and regional airport in Kathmandu, is covered by our trek package. We are responsible for managing these transports and making sure that you get to your destination on time.

Permit

The following licenses are necessary: the Sagarmatha National Park Permit, the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Entrance Permit, the Lobuche East Peak Climbing Permit, and the Garbage Deposit Fee.

The Lobuche East Peak permit cost varies according to the seasons. It is $250 per person during the spring (March to May), $125 per person during the autumn season (September to November), and $70 per person during summer (June to August) and winter (December to February) seasons.

Trip preparation and fitness

A high degree of physical fitness is necessary for the extremely tiring ascent of Lobuche Peak. You should be physically fit and able to trek with a large daypack for extended periods of time. We recommend you train at the gym for a couple of months to make sure that you are physically more than capable of trekking this terrain.

Climbing mountains at high altitudes can absolutely be psychologically and physically tiring. It’s critical to mentally prepare yourself for any obstacles you may encounter along the ascent. This entails having the capacity to manage both the mental strain that might result from being in a high-stress atmosphere and the physical requirements of the journey.

Gadgets charging & Internet

Everest Link’s Wi-Fi card serves as the internet service provider throughout the whole Everest area. Thus, internet access is readily accessible in the lower parts. To connect to Everest Link internet, you need to buy a card, and the connection is reliable.

The lower parts of this trek support mobile network connections which you can use to access the internet. Mobile networks and internet access are inconsistent at higher elevations. One can utilize the Wi-Fi from the teahouses for an additional fee.

Your Extra expenses

Your international flight fare, visa fee, medical insurance, travel insurance, additional meals and snacks outside of our coverage, drinks of any kind, laundry, Mobile, Camera Battery And Power Bank Charging, Hot Shower, Wi-Fi, tips for the crew members, and anything not stated as inclusive are your extra expenses.

Equipment List

General Information

Company provides feather sleeping bag but should be refund after the trek.
Feather down Jacket but should be refund after the trek.
Hill Sherpa Trekking provides duffle bag during the trek but should be refund after the trek.
Mostly recommend for morning and evening, The windproof and waterproof thin layered jacket above 3450m.
Mostly recommend for Daypack bag 35-45 ltr.
Headlamp & extra batteries during the trek

Daily Use Essentials

A Sun Black Cap & warm hat
Sunglasses 100% snow uv protection
A muffle (full cover mask)
Sunscreen (30+ to 60 SPF depends on age)
A pair of thin & warm gloves
A pair Trekking poles
Water bottle & filter
Water purified tablets
lips guard

Upper Body Essentials

Fleece hat
A pair of t-shirts
Thermal tops
Sports bras for ladies
windproof & fleece jacket
waterproof jacket

All Lower Body

waterproof trouser
warmer & fleece trouser
A pair of Comfortable trekking pants
Extra casual sport pants
A pair of sport shoe
Thermal underwear
A pair of comfortable waterproof trekking boots
Pair of light sandals
Some Thick (woolen) socks
Sock liners
Light shoes

Essential Climbing Gears

Helmet
Harness
Ascender
Descender
Carabiners 4 locks, 2 unlocks
Tape Celling – 120 cm
Alpine Boot good condition & fit side
Crampon good condition for alpine boot
Ice-axe Normal

Personal Medical and First Aid Kits

Diamox (125mg to 250mg tablets for AMS)
Adhesive bandages and pocket masks
Non-stick pad W/ Adhesive
ibuprofen & paracetamol tablets IP
Some Assorted adhesive bandages
Warps, splints, and wound coverings butterfly bandage
Blister treatment cream or similar
Insect / anti-itch ointment
Moves incase sprain any body
pain-relief medication
Sinex & Eye Drops etc.
Gauze sponge
Saline solution

(Note: first aid kits & medicine will carrying with our company’s guide during the trekking However, we recommend you to bring your personal first-aid kit)

Important Things

passport size photos with original passport copy
Flight details (to pick you up & transfer to hotel)

Extra Essential Things

Energy gel or dry foods (that’s your desire)
Power bank is most important for backup device (if you have)
Camera, chargers, extra batteries, memory card)
Most important for ladies essentials things (if you are ladies)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many porters will help us carry our bags?

Every two members of the group will share one porter. The maximum weight of one trekker’s luggage is 10 kg, anything more than that will be extra luggage for which you will have to pay extra.