Embark on a 21-day trek through Sherpa villages and experience the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas. Conquer the challenging Lobuche Peak and immerse yourself in the rich Sherpa culture.
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Nepal - Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1300m), transfer to hotel and briefing.
Day 2: Prepare and pack, drive to Ramechhap, 5 hours (195km).
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2840m) - 20min, trek to Phakding (2610m), 3 hours.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazar (3,340m) 5-6hrs.
Day 5: Day hikes to Everest View Hotel, Khumjung Village (3,800m) - 4 hours.
Day 6: Trek to Phortse Tenga (3,680m) - 5hrs.
Day 7: Trek to Machermo (4,470m) - 5hrs.
Day 8: Acclimatization day in Machermo (4,470m).
Day 9: Trek to Gokyo (4,790m) - 4hrs.
Day 10: Hike to Ngozumba Lake (5,100m) and return to Gokyo Lake - 6hrs.
Day 11: Climb Gokyo-Ri (5,360m) to Thangnak (4,700m) - 6/7hrs.
Day 12: Climb over Cho-La (5,330m), trek to Dzongla (4,830m) - 8hrs.
Day 13: Climb to Lobuche Lower High Camp (5,400m) - 4/5hrs.
Day 14: Summit Lobuche East (6,119m), return to Lobuche (4910m) - 10/12hrs.
Day 15: Trek from Lobuche to Pangboche (3,930m) - 4/5hrs.
Day 16: Trek from Pangboche to Namche (3,440m) - 5hrs.
Day 17: Trek from Namche to Lukla (2,700m) - 6hrs.
Day 18: Fly from Lukla to Ramechhap (20min), 5-hour drive to Kathmandu (195km) and celebration dinner.
Day 19: City sightseeing tours, free afternoon/evening for shopping, etc.; emergency day for Lukla flight.
Day 20: Departure, international flight home.
- Professional Guide
Lobuje Peak is designated as a category ‘B’ trekking summit by the Nepal Mountaineering Association, presenting an accessible yet challenging climbing venture, perfect for novice alpinists. Climbers are expected to be adept in employing mountaineering equipment such as ice axes and crampons. The trek for acclimatization takes you into the very essence of the Himalayas.
The panoramas of the mountains are breathtaking, and there is a sense of warmth in the simplicity and hospitality offered by the Sherpa people. The journey affords you spectacular vistas of towering peaks like Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Amadablam, and Mt. Thamserku, as well as Lobuje, Loboche, Kasum-Kangru, and Kwangde. Your visits to the Sherpa settlements and their monasteries provide a unique opportunity to intimately understand their traditions and way of life.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
