Labuche Peak Climbing

Today, we take an early flight to Lukla. A scenic flight with mind-blowing mountain views will take us to the Khumbu region of Nepal – Lukla. From Lukla airport, we descend down to the Dudhkoshi River to connect ourselves to the main trail to Namche. We stop at Phakding for an overnight halt. Enjoy your dinner at a guesthouse in Phakding.

Today, we follow the path along the Dudhkoshi river, cross a suspension bridge and few villages in between to Namche. Namche is a popular town in the Everest region of Nepal. Namche has its own charm, a bit of busy place that is rare in that mountainous area. Up to Namche, our trekking journey is easy in comparison to our journey ahead. Enjoy your dinner at a guesthouse in Namche bazaar.

Today is a free day in Namche set aside for acclimatization! We can hike up to the Everest view Hotel for the splendid views of mountains like Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, etc. On our way to the hotel, we come across the Syangboche airport. While returning to Namche, we have the opportunity to visit a museum and explore a photo gallery. For the time saved, you can wander around the Namche bazaar to get acquainted with people and surrounding. Overnight at a hotel in Namche bazaar.

Today, we continue our journey along the backdrop of majestic mountains to Tengboche. The spiritual destination of Buddhist people – Tengboche monastery is one of the major attractions of this place. We can visit the monastery for a spiritual touch to our journey. Apart from spirituality, the place is very popular for the striking views of mountains in the Everest region of Nepal. Today, we spent our night at a guesthouse in Tengboche.

Soaking in the captivating beauty of Tengboche, we set out for Dingboche today. The trail leads us across a suspension bridge over the Imja Khola, followed by an ascent to Pangboche, nestled among exquisite Mani stones. From there, we continue climbing to reach the vibrant and picturesque Sherpa village of Dingboche. This high-altitude summer valley offers magnificent views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Island Peak. Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Dingboche.

Upon arriving in Dingboche, we set aside an extra day for acclimatization. During this time, you can explore the valley or opt for a hike to Nagerjun, which is highly recommended for acclimatization. While rest is important, the hike enhances your journey significantly. Today, we ascend a hill situated at the edge of the Chhukung Valley. The trail is steep and challenging, but the reward is the breathtaking panoramic views from the top, including Lobuche East, Lobuche West, Kangtega, Taboche Peak, Thamserku, and Ama Dablam. On clear days, you may also catch stunning glimpses of Makalu. After completing the ascent, we make a gradual descent back to Dingboche in the evening, where we spend the night at a guesthouse.

Today, we leave Dingboche and continue along the trail to the wide valley to Dughla. Day 8: Trek to Lobuche On the way to Lobuche, we pass the Trekkers Aid Post in Pheriche, managed by Western volunteer doctors in collaboration with the Himalayan Rescue Association. This post provides essential medical services to trekkers. The trail takes us across rocky slopes as we ascend to Chupki Lhara, where breathtaking mountain views await. The summit of Chupki Lhara is adorned with prayer flags and Mani stones, creating a serene atmosphere. We then descend to the Khumbu Glacier moraine, offering scenic vistas of Khumbutse, Mahalangur Himal, Lingtren, and Pumori. Continuing along the trail, we eventually reach Lobuche, where we stay overnight at a guesthouse.

Today, we head towards our ultimate goal – Everest Base Camp. We proceed gradually from Lobuche to Gorakshep, and then onward to the base camp. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by vibrant prayer flags and stone cairns marking this iconic spot. Standing at Everest Base Camp (5,364m) is an unforgettable experience, offering a profound sense of accomplishment. Take time to savour this moment. We will retrace our steps back to Gorakshep for an overnight stay at a guesthouse

Today is another stunning day that you'll cherish forever. We hike up to Kalapattar (5545m) for close-up views of the majestic mountains in the Everest region. The golden rays of the sun glistening on the snow-covered peaks will make you wish for time to stand still in that perfect moment. The awesome views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Amadablam and many more standing tall one after the other, you couldn’t have asked for anything more. After the beautiful hike up to Kalapatthar, we descend down to Lobuche base camp via Gorekshep. Overnight stay at a guest house. 

Today, we will descend to Lobuche Base Camp, a 45-minute walk. After that, we ascend up to the Lobuche High Camp. We slowly continue through the trail to Lobuche High Camp until we reach the high camp. We will have extra time after reaching the high camp therefore we utilize the time to explore the places in the high camp. From base camp to high camp, it will take around 3 hours. From the high camp, we will be blessed with magnificent views of mountainous terrain and glaciers.

In the afternoon, your climbing guide will demonstrate essential climbing skills and gear usage tips to prepare you for the big day tomorrow – Lobuche Peak Climbing. Afterwards, you'll have a restful nap following lunch to ensure you're well-rested for an early start in the morning. We spend our night in the tented camps in the high camp.