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Lobuche Peak & Everest Base Camp 6119M Lobuche Peak & Everest Base Camp 6119m The classic trek to Everest Base Camp One of the most challenging ‘trekking peaks’ in the Everest region Insight into the culture and life of the Sherpa people EXPEDITION OVERVIEW Lobuche East (6119m) is one of the most challenging famous Lukla airstrip, from where we follow the Everest ‘trekking peaks’ in the Everest region and we have trail to Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp for an ascent of combined it with our Everest Base Camp Trek. Unlike Kala Patar. Acclimatised we return to our main objective Island Peak the summit gives good views of Everest and from a high camp we climb Lobuche East with its alongside the spectacular peaks of Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama magnificent panoramic views that will remain with you Dablam and Pumori. The journey starts with a flight to the forever. Participation Statement Adventure Peaks recognises that climbing, hill walking and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. Adventure Travel – Accuracy of Itinerary Although it is our intention to operate this itinerary as printed, it may be necessary to make some changes as a result of flight schedules, climatic conditions, limitations of infrastructure or other operational factors. As a consequence, the order or location of overnight stops and the duration of the day may vary from those outlined. You should be aware that some events are beyond our control and we would ask for your patience. 101 Lake Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0DB Telephone: 01539 433794 www.adventurepeaks.com [email protected] OUTLINE ITINERARY Day 6: Acclimatisation/Rest Day in Namche Bazaar. It is KEY to inclusions (H-hotel, T-teahouse/lodge, C- important to have a couple of nights and a rest day in Camping, B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner/evening meal Namche before proceeding any higher. You can spend the day taking short walks up to Thami or Khumjung, visiting Day 1-2: International flights. Arrive in Kathmandu early the Everest, Ama Dablam and Pumori viewpoints or just evening. Transfer to hotel close to the famous, bustling relaxing and exploring the narrow streets of this busy Sherpa Thamel district of Kathmandu. (H,B) capital. (T,B,L,D) Day 3 If the weather is good we fly to Lukla (this day is then added to the end of your trip). Spend the day enjoying the ‘bombardment of the senses’ that is Kathmandu. Sightseeing tours can be arranged and would include visiting the temples of Bodnath, Swayambhunath (The Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath and Durbar Square. Simply wandering around the huge array of shops, markets, cafes, bars and restaurants in Thamel is a fascinating experience. (H,B) Day 4: Fly to Lukla (2800m) before a gentle walk to Phakding (2610m). A spectacular short internal flight takes us to this tiny airstrip town and the gateway to the Sherpa Kingdom. After lunch we can do the short walk along the typically stony path that descends from the forested terraces of Lukla. This takes us right into the Dudh Kosi valley and the brightly painted lodges of Phakding. From here there are stunning views of Kusum Kanguru’s North Face Day 7: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3900m). Heading (6367m). (T,B,L,D) north east up the side of the Dudh Kosi, we climb steeply out of Namche, turn the corner and we are immediately Day 5: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m). We trek into presented with superb views of Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. the Sherpa capital and heart of the Khumbu. You will now Tenboche and its stunning monastery are located on the be becoming familiar with local protocol for passing obvious spur below Thamseku but it requires a steep descent chortens, mani stones, yaks, spinning prayer wheels etc and to the river and a long steady pull back up. Five hours enjoying the hustle and bustle of trekking and everyday life duration. (T,B,L,D) that exists on the ‘Everest Trail’. At Monjo we enter Sagarmartha National Park and can visit the small visitor Day 8: Tengboche to Dingboche (4358m). A good day centre there. Four hours duration. (T,B,L,D) walking through beautiful rhododendron trees that gradually takes us back to the river and into Pangboche, a great viewpoint for Ama Dablam. On leaving the village we turn up the Imja valley to reach the lovely and picturesque village of Dingboche. Seven hours duration. (T,B,L,D) Day 9: Acclimatisation/Rest day at Dingboche. An acclimatisation day spent absorbing the views around camp and relaxing. Optional short trek to Pheriche and its hospital run by the Himalayan Rescue Association. They run regular and informative talks on acclimatisation and high altitude medicine. (T,B,L,D) 101 Lake Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0DB Telephone: 01539 433794 www.adventurepeaks.com [email protected] Day 10 Dingboche to Lobuche: (4,930m) Today we reach PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE/FITNESS the extensive and overwhelming Khumbu glacier and trek This expedition is ideal for those looking for a challenging up alongside it to reach the small village of Lobuche to expedition to the Himalaya. We recommend that you have where we return for our ascent after acclimatising. experience of at least Scottish Grade 1-2 and are a regular (T,B,L,D) hill walker with a reasonable head for heights; for instance you have completed a winter mountaineering or alpine Day 11: Lobuche to Gorak Shep. A 3-4 hour walk next to introductory course PD+. the Khumbu Glacier brings us to the crossing of the Changri Glacier to Gorak Shep. We will aim to offer an evening A TYPICAL TREKKING DAY ascent of Kalar Patar to catch the classic sunset view of Starts around seven a.m. (not a problem as it’s usual to go Everest. (T,B,L,D) to bed early!). As you get up its easy enough to pack all your overnight gear into a kit bag before enjoying a hearty Day 12: Trek up to the historical Everest Base Camp for breakfast ready to leave camp whilst it’s still fairly cool. The lunch and return to Gorak Shep and drop down to Lobuche pace on the trek will be leisurely with plenty of time to Base Camp at 4930m. (T,B,L,D) enjoy the scenery, take photos, chat to the locals and keep hydrated. Lunch is usually in a fine spot by the side of the Day 13: Ascent to High camp 5300m trail, again a pleasant relaxed affair that will help your acclimatisation programme. Another couple of hours Day 14: From high camp we make an early start to gain trekking after lunch and, most days, you will be arriving at access to the glacier over rocky slabs. The glacier is quite our overnight camp ready for a well earned drink. crevassed but provides a wonderful route along a snow arête to the summit ridge. Most parties climb to the summit of CATERING ARRANGEMENTS Lobuje East (6000m) where as the true summit is further Food on the trek is excellent and designed to stimulate your along the ridge and involves a higher degree of technical appetite and keep you going despite frequent altitude climbing. Those with previous climbing experience to induced loss of appetite. Breakfast includes porridge and Scottish grade 2/3 can make the traverse subject to cereal followed by eggs (fried, boiled poached or omelettes) conditions. The summit gives fantastic views over the whole and either bread or chapattis with jam, honey, peanut butter of the Khumbu and Everest. etc. Lunch is usually a hot meal which may include some of the following: chips, rice, lentils, vegetables, salad, Day 15: Spare Summit Day sandwiches, beans, tinned fish and tinned meat. Dessert is usually fresh or tinned fruit and tea. The evening meal always starts with soup (often with a healthy dose of garlic to aid acclimatisation) accompanied by poppadums, popcorn or prawn crackers. The main meal varies from local style – Dal Bhat (rice and lentils with an onion and vegetable sauce), yak stew, momos etc. to western style – yak burgers, chips, pasta, even pizza! Desserts are equally appealing and include apple pie, cake, custard, etc. You will not be hungry! WHAT TO CARRY On the trek you should aim to carry a light rucksack which should contain 1-2L of water, waterproofs, a spare warm layer, camera, mini first aid kit, sun hat, suncream, sunglasses and a warm hat and gloves. The rest of your gear can go in your kit bag to be carried by the porters. Your rucksack should be large enough to carry your sleeping bag and personal clothing to high camp, ideally 40-45L. BAGGAGE Day 16: Descend to Pangboche. (T,B,L,D For your own comfort, travel light. Normally airlines restrict baggage to 20kg but you will be wearing boots and one set Day 17: Pangboche to Namche Bazaar. (T,B,L,D) of trekking clothes. The Lukla flight limit is 15kg, (10kg Hold, 5kg hand luggage). Some items can be left at the hotel Day 18: Namche Bazaar to Lukla. (T,B,L,D) for your return. A suitable kit bag is provided but important items should also be packed in plastic bags. Day 19: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu. Back to the comforts of our hotel in Thamel and the enjoyable hustle and bustle. WEATHER CONDITIONS This is a good time to buy souvenirs and try your hand at The Post and Pre monsoon conditions experienced from haggling with the local shopkeepers.
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