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Lobuche East Climb

Duration

20-DAYS

Elevation

20,075FT

Skill Level

Intermediate

Khumbu Region / Nepal

A world-famous journey through Sherpa villages and glacial valleys to the foot of Mount Everest. Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, cross suspension bridges, and experience the rich Sherpa culture that defines life in the Himalaya. Finish the trip by climbing Lobuche East an amazing 6000m peak with views of Everest and Ama Dablam.

Explore the climb

Lobuche East Climb

Duration

20-DAYS

Elevation

20,075FT

Skill Level

Intermediate

Khumbu Region / Nepal

A world-famous journey through Sherpa villages and glacial valleys to the foot of Mount Everest. Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, cross suspension bridges, and experience the rich Sherpa culture that defines life in the Himalaya. Finish the trip by climbing Lobuche East an amazing 6000m peak with views of Everest and Ama Dablam.

Explore the climb

Lobuche East Climb

Duration

20-DAYS

Elevation

20,075FT

Skill Level

Intermediate

Khumbu Region / Nepal

A world-famous journey through Sherpa villages and glacial valleys to the foot of Mount Everest. Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, cross suspension bridges, and experience the rich Sherpa culture that defines life in the Himalaya. Finish the trip by climbing Lobuche East an amazing 6000m peak with views of Everest and Ama Dablam.

Lobuche East Climb

Duration

20-DAYS

Elevation

20,075FT

Skill Level

Intermediate

For climbers who want more than Everest Base Camp, Lobuche East offers the perfect extension—a true Himalayan climbing experience on a stunning 20,000-foot peak. Just a short distance from Everest Base Camp, this climb combines trekking with a moderate mountaineering ascent, providing panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the Khumbu Valley. The climb involves glacier travel, fixed-line ascents on snow and ice slopes, and a rewarding summit ridge. Adding Lobuche East to your EBC trek lets you stand higher than most trekking peaks in the region and gain a true taste of Himalayan mountaineering.

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Lobuche East Climb

Duration

20-DAYS

Elevation

20,075FT

Skill Level

Intermediate

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For climbers who want more than Everest Base Camp, Lobuche East offers the perfect extension—a true Himalayan climbing experience on a stunning 20,000-foot peak. Just a short distance from Everest Base Camp, this climb combines trekking with a moderate mountaineering ascent, providing panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the Khumbu Valley. The climb involves glacier travel, fixed-line ascents on snow and ice slopes, and a rewarding summit ridge. Adding Lobuche East to your EBC trek lets you stand higher than most trekking peaks in the region and gain a true taste of Himalayan mountaineering.

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Lobuche East Climb

Duration

20-DAYS

Elevation

20,075FT

Skill Level

Intermediate

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For climbers who want more than Everest Base Camp, Lobuche East offers the perfect extension—a true Himalayan climbing experience on a stunning 20,000-foot peak. Just a short distance from Everest Base Camp, this climb combines trekking with a moderate mountaineering ascent, providing panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the Khumbu Valley. The climb involves glacier travel, fixed-line ascents on snow and ice slopes, and a rewarding summit ridge. Adding Lobuche East to your EBC trek lets you stand higher than most trekking peaks in the region and gain a true taste of Himalayan mountaineering.

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Overview

What your adventure involves

What your Adventure involves

Reach the base camp of Mt. Everest (17,600 ft / 5,364 m)
Journey through the heart of the Himalaya to stand beneath the world’s tallest mountain. The trek ends at Everest Base Camp, surrounded by immense glaciers and towering peaks.
Walk amongst Himalayan giants
Each day offers awe-inspiring views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Everest, as you travel through high-altitude valleys lined with prayer flags and stone stupas.
Explore the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar and Tengboche Monastery
Visit vibrant markets, ancient monasteries, and cultural landmarks that offer a deep look into the lives of the Sherpa people.
Summit a 6000m peak
Lobuche East is a perfect first 6000m peak with outstanding views. If you're interested in climbing in the Himalaya, this is the peak to start with.

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Everything you need to know before you go

If you need to rent crampons, ice axe, harness, or helmet, you can let us know when you book!

Included

2 nights in Everest Base Camp

Helicopter transfer to/from Kathmandu ↔ Lukla

Airport pickup

All lodging during the itinerary, including 2 nights in Kathmandu before the trek and 1 night after

Meals in town and all meals while on the trek and on the mountain

Group camping equipment

All permits

In-country transportation

Guiding fees

NOT Included

Flights to/from Kathmandu

Additional hotel nights outside itinerary dates

Visas

Dinners in Kathmandu

Immunizations required for travel to Nepal

Tips for guides or local Sherpa staff

Travel, rescue, or any other insurance

Hospitalization or evacuation costs

Alcohol

Costs of delays or changes to the itinerary beyond Skyline’s control

Preparation

Fitness

Climbers should be able to hike 5–8 hours daily over uneven terrain while carrying a light pack on the trek. For summit day, be prepared for a strenuous 12+ day of climbing with steep snow climbing and fixed lines. If you're unsure about your fitness for this climb, reach out to us for a free training consultation!

Climbers should be able to hike 5–8 hours daily over uneven terrain while carrying a light pack on the trek. For summit day, be prepared for a strenuous 12+ day of climbing with steep snow climbing and fixed lines. If you're unsure about your fitness for this climb, reach out to us for a free training consultation!

techincal

Previous experience using crampons is required, and we will train with fixed lines and cramponing technique at Everest Base Camp as well. The climb will involve sections of steep snow but most of the climb is on moderate snow slopes.

Previous experience using crampons is required, and we will train with fixed lines and cramponing technique at Everest Base Camp as well. The climb will involve sections of steep snow but most of the climb is on moderate snow slopes.

Altitude

At 20,075 feet altitude symptoms are possible. The itinerary is designed for gradual acclimatization, allowing your body to adjust comfortably and safely to the elevation. Reach out if you're unsure of how climbing above 6000m will feel!

At 20,075 feet altitude symptoms are possible. The itinerary is designed for gradual acclimatization, allowing your body to adjust comfortably and safely to the elevation. Reach out if you're unsure of how climbing above 6000m will feel!

Itinerary

Trip Itinerary

DAY 1
Arrive in Kathmandu
Please make sure your flights arrive no later than the evening of March 15th!
DAY 2
Group Briefing, Gear Check & Helicopter Flight to Lukla – Trek to Phakding
We'll spend the morning going over the trip, checking gear, and adjusting to jet lag. We arrange for flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, avoiding the 5 hour drive and uncertainty with the typical airplane flight to Lukla from Ramechap Airport! This is one of the major benefits of trekking with Skyline; we save time and risk of delaying the trip by going directly to Lukla from Kathmandu. We'll trek to our first village when we arrive in Lukla: Phakding.
DAY 3
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Experience the historic Namche Bazaar!
DAY 4
Acclimatization Hike Around Namche Bazaar
First view of Everest!
DAY 5
Trek to Khunde
More beautiful views of 6000m peaks!
DAY 6
Trek to Phortse
Home of the Khumbu Climbing Center, where Sherpa train to be climbers and guides.
DAY 7
Trek to Pangbuche
Pangbuche is home to the oldest monastery in Nepal!
DAY 8
Trek to Dingboche
Beautiful vilage with nice lodges.
DAY 9
Dingboche Acclimatization Hike
More beautiful views of Lhotse on this hike.
DAY 10
Trek to Lobuche
Great views of Lobuche to see conditions there!
DAY 11
Trek to Everest Base Camp
We make it to Everest Base Camp! We spend 2 nights in EBC, which is unique to Skyline! Most other base camp treks don't get to sleep in EBC!
DAY 12
Climbing Training around EBC
We'll go over crampon technique, ice climbing, and roped travel.
DAY 13
Trek to Lobuche high camp
Get in position to climb Lobuche.
DAY 14
Summit Day!
We'll plan to climb to the summit of Lobuche East, weather permitting!
DAY 15
Contingency day
We build in contingency days in the event of poor weather to give us a better chance of summiting.
DAY 16
Trek to Pangbuche
DAY 17
Trek to Namche Bazaar
DAY 18
Trek to Lukla
DAY 19
Flight Back to Kathmandu
DAY 20
Departure Back Home

FAQ's

FAQ's

Do I need prior mountaineering experience?

Yes, previous experience with crampons is required prior to climbing Lobuche East. Shoot us a message for more details!

How heavy is my pack?

Plan for 15–20 lbs including personal gear, water, and food for the day. We have porters for each day of the trip that will carry each person's duffles from tea house to tea house each day. Summit day you will just carry what you need for the climb.

What boots do I need?

We reccomend double boots for climbing Lobuche East. Check the gear list for more details.

Who will be the guide?

We send an American guide on all of our international trips unlike most guide services. We've found that a guide that is fluent in English, properly trained, and fun to climb with makes all of the difference for a successful and safe trip to climb peaks in foregin countries. We'll connect you with your guide prior to the trip.

Do I need prior mountaineering experience?

Yes, previous experience with crampons is required prior to climbing Lobuche East. Shoot us a message for more details!

How heavy is my pack?

Plan for 15–20 lbs including personal gear, water, and food for the day. We have porters for each day of the trip that will carry each person's duffles from tea house to tea house each day. Summit day you will just carry what you need for the climb.

What boots do I need?

We reccomend double boots for climbing Lobuche East. Check the gear list for more details.

Who will be the guide?

We send an American guide on all of our international trips unlike most guide services. We've found that a guide that is fluent in English, properly trained, and fun to climb with makes all of the difference for a successful and safe trip to climb peaks in foregin countries. We'll connect you with your guide prior to the trip.

Do I need prior mountaineering experience?

Yes, previous experience with crampons is required prior to climbing Lobuche East. Shoot us a message for more details!

How heavy is my pack?

Plan for 15–20 lbs including personal gear, water, and food for the day. We have porters for each day of the trip that will carry each person's duffles from tea house to tea house each day. Summit day you will just carry what you need for the climb.

What boots do I need?

We reccomend double boots for climbing Lobuche East. Check the gear list for more details.

Who will be the guide?

We send an American guide on all of our international trips unlike most guide services. We've found that a guide that is fluent in English, properly trained, and fun to climb with makes all of the difference for a successful and safe trip to climb peaks in foregin countries. We'll connect you with your guide prior to the trip.

Gear List

Gear List

Gear required to bring up on the mountain given the conditions may vary trip to trip. Your guide will help you decide what gear to bring or leave behind during the gear-check. If you need to rent crampons, ice axe, harness, or helmet, you can let us know when you book!

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