Lobuche East (6,119m)
Step-up in technical difficulty - alpine summit in the Everest region
Days
17
Difficulty
Very Challenging
Altitude
6,119 m
Region
Everest
Peak Overview
Lobuche East is a step-up in technical difficulty. Expect steeper terrain and fixed lines - a rewarding objective for climbers who want a more "alpine" summit experience in the Everest region.
- Stronger technical component than many trekking peaks
- Stunning vistas over the Khumbu Glacier and surrounding giants
- Great progression climb after basic mountaineering practice
- Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
- Day 2: Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding
- Day 3–4: Namche Bazaar, acclimatisation
- Day 5–7: Tengboche, Dingboche, rest day
- Day 8: Lobuche
- Day 9: Lobuche East Base Camp
- Day 10: High camp
- Day 11: Summit Lobuche East (6,119m)
- Day 12: Reserve day
- Day 13–17: Return to Lukla, fly to Kathmandu
Day 1–4: Kathmandu to Namche
Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding and Namche Bazaar. Acclimatisation day in Namche with optional Syangboche walk.
Day 5–9: To Lobuche East Base Camp
Trek via Tengboche and Dingboche to Lobuche, then to Lobuche East Base Camp and high camp. Steeper terrain and fixed lines on the route.
Day 10–11: Summit and reserve
Pre-dawn summit push on Lobuche East (6,119m). Stunning views over the Khumbu Glacier. Return to base camp. Reserve day for weather.
Day 12–17: Descent to Lukla and Kathmandu
Retrace route to Lukla and fly to Kathmandu.
Note: Itinerary may be subject to change.
Climbing gear
- Harness, crampons, ice axe, helmet; B2/B3 boots; ascender; prusik; locking carabiners
Clothing
- Base layers, fleece, down jacket, waterproofs, warm hat, gloves, gaiters, wool socks
Other
- Headlamp, sunglasses, sunscreen, first aid, water bottles, sleeping bag (-20°C), daypack, duffel
Included
- Pre-trip advice; expert climbing guide and support staff; group climbing equipment
- Airport transfers; accommodation in Kathmandu and teahouses; all meals on trek
- Lobuche East permit; national park fees; porters; staff insurance; medical kit
Not included
- International flights; Nepal visa; travel insurance; personal climbing gear; meals in Kathmandu; personal expenses; gratuities