Lobuche Peak
Lobuche East (6119m) is the perfect stepping stone between trekking and technical mountaineering in the Everest region of Nepal. Standing on its summit reveals one of the most spectacular views in the Himalaya - with Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam all visible at once. The approach follows the classic Everest Base Camp trek, making it possible to combine both objectives in a single 18-day expedition. Technical sections include fixed ropes, crampons, and basic ice axe work. This peak is considered one of the best entry points into Himalayan mountaineering - challenging enough to be meaningful, achievable with proper training. Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the Himalayas and take part in the fight against cancer!
Trip details
- Country: Nepal
- Summit elevation: 6119m
- Duration: 19 days
- Price: from $3550
- Success rate: 82%
- Recommended seasons: April-May, September-October
Highlights
- Lobuche East 6119m
- Everest region views
- Combined with EBC trek
- First Himalayan peak
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Kathmandu!
Day 2: Organisation day & gear check in Kathmandu
Day 3: Flight to Lukla - Phakding (2610m)
Day 4: Phakding - Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Day 5: Acclimatisation day in Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Day 6: Namche Bazaar - Tengboche (3860m)
Day 7: Tengboche - Dingboche (4410m)
Day 8: Acclimatisation day in Dingboche (4410m)
Day 9: Dingboche - Lobuche (4940m)
Day 10: Lobuche - Everest Base Camp (5364m) - Gorakshep (5140m)
Day 11: Gorakshep - Kala Patthar (5545m) - Lobuche (4940m)
Day 12: Lobuche - Lobuche High Camp (5300m)
Day 13: Lobuche Peak summit (6119m) - Thukla (4620m)
Day 14: Thukla - Pangboche (3930m)
Day 15: Pangboche - Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Day 16: Namche Bazaar - Lukla (2860m)
Day 17: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 18: Spare day for bad weather / free day in Kathmandu
Day 19: Flight back home!
What's included
- Gift kit - cap, dry-fit shirt and 100L duffel bag!
- A personal area for every customer in the HighAir app
- Transfers from/to Kathmandu airport to hotel
- Dinners at a restaurant before and after the climb
- 3 nights in a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu, single room, on B&B basis
- Domestic flights to Lukla and back
- Teahouse accommodation in shared rooms throughout the trek
- HighAir twin tents at Lobuche Peak High Camp
- Full service at High Camp: cooking gear and high-altitude food
- All entry permits for the trek and the Lobuche Peak climbing permit
- 3 meals per day from menu throughout the expedition
- 2 liters of hot water a day
- Shower and attached toilet during the trek, as available on the route
- Professional local English-speaking guides
- A personal climbing guide for each climber on summit day
- A porter for each climber to carry personal gear (up to 25 kg per person)
- First aid kit carried by the guides
- Pulse oximeter (one per group)
- Satellite device
- Personal gear checklist and an online gear consultation
- Online preparation call with your group and guide before departure
- Meaningful donation to the fight against cancer!
What's not included
- International flights (we recommend the best routes from your city)
- Travel & medical insurance, including evacuation cover (required)
- Lunch and dinner at the hotel in Kathmandu
- Personal gear - clothing, footwear and climbing gear
- Climbing gear rental kit - $300 per person
- Tips for guides and porters - $250 per person
- Summit bonus for the guides - $250 per person
- Nepal visa fees - $50 per person
- Vaccinations and medical advice at a travel clinic
- Internet, laundry, alcohol, extra meals etc. at teahouses
- A fourth hotel night in Kathmandu (if needed)
- Anything not listed in the included section
- Optional extras:
- Helicopter Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu - $800 per person
- Single room at teahouses during trek - $20/night
Good to know
- Lobuche Peak (6119m) requires technical climbing - fixed ropes, jumar ascenders, crampons and ice axe. Full training provided before summit day.
- Nepal Mountaineering Association climbing permit is included in the package.
- The climb is combined with the Everest Base Camp trek - 19 days total, with adequate acclimatization days for 6119m.
- Summit day lasts 10-12 hours - high physical fitness and experience walking at altitude are required.
- Medical clearance required - including fitness for 6000m altitude.
- Prior high-altitude trekking experience recommended - the technical climbing is teachable, but 6000m demands prior exposure.
- Safety before summit - the guide always makes the continuation decision.
- In the event of an early descent from the mountain, for any reason, all additional costs involved are the traveler's responsibility, such as extra hotel nights, meals, and any required flight changes.
Frequently asked questions
Is prior experience required?
The climb requires high fitness, technical climbing skills and previous high-altitude experience. Before summit day participants receive full training on the gear.
What is the group size?
Our groups are limited to a maximum of 12 participants, to keep personal guidance, a warm touch and a high-quality experience throughout the journey.
Is a single room available?
Yes, a single room can be requested for an additional fee. Please note it on the registration form so we can secure the room for you.
What happens if I need to descend early?
Participant safety comes first. If you need to descend early for any reason, the guide accompanies you back safely. Note that any extra costs arising from an early descent are the traveller's responsibility.
What is included in the price?
The price includes everything listed in the "What's Included" section on the page. International flights and travel insurance are not included, and a full gear list is sent to every registrant after registration.