Overview
LOBUCHE EAST PEAK TREK & CLIMB:
‘an exciting adventure on top of stunning Lobuche East Peak’
Highlights:
“Enjoy the adventure around high scenic Khumbu Valley within range of peaks.
Explore the traditional Sherpa villages adorned with lovely Buddhist monuments.
Trek from green forested hills towards mountainous wilderness of high Khumbu.
Adventure to Everest Base Camp and high famous Kalapathar for glorious scenery.
A classic and exciting technical climb to the summit of striking Lobuche East Peak.”
Short trip Profile:
Mode of Trek & Climb: Local Lodges with tented camping on climb.
Trek Grade: Moderate to Adventurous.
Climbing Grade: TD (Technical Difficult)
Region of trek / climb: Nepal Far North Mid-East around Khumbu area.
Trek / Climb Duration: 15 /16 Days with flights both ways.
Total Trip: 19 / 20 days from arrival to final departure.
The best seasons for Lobuche East Peak Trek & Climb:
The best times for the trek and climb of Lobuche East Peak are spring and autumn/fall. Spring begins from March to May, and autumn from September to November. Springtime with longer sunny day, the best season for treks and climb, as well as for stunning views of mountain range. Cold morning time, and in the shade until nighttime, can expect snowfall sometimes.
Autumn begins from September to November is one of the best times for treks and climbs, when most days are fine and clear. But shorter sunlight hours, much cold morning and late afternoon until nighttime. Trekkers can expect snowfall sometimes above 3,000 m high on walks and climbs.
Geographical Landscapes & Vegetation:
Nepal a land-locked country with the world’s highest peaks and mountain range known as the Himalayas’. Have five categories of landscapes from the lowlands of the Terai belt. Which extends from east to far west, then towards northward, starts with Siwalik / Churi Hills. Extend to the Mahabharata range of high mid-hills and continues towards higher hills and ridges, known as Greater Mahabharata. The landscape then ends with a massif of mountains, the Himalayas, or an evergreen snow range of peaks. The treks and climbs to Lobuche East Peak leads you around Nepal Far North Mid-East Himalaya range within high Khumbu region. Where Lobuche East Peak is located amidst an array of snow-capped peaks of Lhotse, Nuptse, Lhotse Shar, and Ama Dablam. The vegetation around high Khumbu is filled with lovely forests of rhododendrons, blue pines, and firs. Includes oaks, hemlocks, and magnolia. Above 3,900 m the tree lines drop for short alpine bush of juniper and azalea. The high country of green hills to sheer mountain wilderness of arid terrain landscapes. From tall tree lines to remorseless fields of ice and glaciers at Everest and Lobuche East Peak Base Camp.
Religion, Cultures, and History:
Nepal with two major religions Hinduism and Buddhism, mostly populated by the Hindu’ of approx. 70 %. Includes Buddhism of 25 % the rest 5 % are other minor religions. But the higher hills and mountainous regions inhabited by the Buddhist followers. On this trek and climb of Island Peak, trekkers will come across villages stepped with Buddhist monuments and monasteries.
The Sherpa are the natives of Everest and Eastern Himalayan range, descendants from Tibet. Where heritage and cultures are linked with their Tibetan predecessors. The history of the Sherpa people and migration around Nepal Himalayas dates back as early as the 6th to 7th Centuries.
Overviews:
Lobuche East Peak Trek & Climb is located above the Khumbu Valley, a mere distance from Mt. Everest. Lobuche Peak towers high at 6,119 m / 20,070 feet, amidst Khumbu Himal range.
Lobuche East Peak climbing grade is TD. Which means Technical Difficult,
to reach the summit. A straightforward climb, despite its technical difficulty, the
grade comes from the famous French and Swiss Alpine Climbing Classification Systems. The climb leads to rocky moraine of ice and snow, with vertical ascent to tackle. Before reaching the Lobuche East Peak Summit, for the hard efforts rewards you with spectacular mountain panorama. Includes breathtaking close view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse with lofty looking Mt. Pumori.
The adventure to Lobuche East Peak Trek and Climb follows the main route of Everest Base Camp from Lukla. The walk follows on the main scenic and interesting trail, through several villages enriched with age-old heritage cultures. Then enter the Sagarmatha National Park, as walk proceeds towards famous Namche Bazaar. A moderate town at 3,440 m, a perfect altitude for acclimatization day to explore its scenic viewpoints and the market.
After a pleasant rest at Namche Bazaar the walk follows heading further high terrains to beautiful spot at Tengboche. A picturesque place with a colorful monastery to visit of religious and cultural interest, overlooking panorama of snow peaks. Includes views of Everest, Lhotse and stunning Mt. Ama Dablam, the adventure continues towards high Imjatse Valley at Dingboche.
Another exciting lovely settlement enclosed by array of snow peaks facing views of Island Peak and towering Ama Dablam. From Dingboche towards Lobuche East Peak base camp, after exploring the Everest base camp and climb up to Kalapathar Hill. At Lobuche East Base Camp full preparation for the ascent of Lobuche East Peak. Adding High / Advance camp to make the climb accessible and short. The summit bid will be planned according to weather forecast after a final preparation. The adventure starts early morning, as the tough, exciting climb reach you to the summit of Lobuche East Peak.
Enjoying and exciting dramatic ascent, rewards you with jaw-dropping views of staggering snow mountain range. Facing close views of Mt. Everest and other famous peaks, then on return journey to Lukla.
The next early morning a panoramic flight to Kathmandu; after a great adventure of wonderful experience on Lobuche East Peak Trek & Climb.