Peak Climbing 2027 – KALW — Lobuje West Climbing

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  • 19 Nights / 20 Days
  • Difficulty : AD · Fairly Difficult
  • NMA : Group A
  • Summit : 6,135 m
  • Starts / Ends : Lukla / Lukla
  • Route : Everest (Khumbu)
Lobuje West Climbing

Lobuje West is the higher and more technical twin of Lobuje East, joined to it by a long, corniced ridge. It suits climbers with previous alpine experience. After acclimatising on the Everest Base Camp trail, the team sets up Base Camp and High Camp on the western flank for a longer summit day on steep snow and ice.

Highlights
  • Summit of Lobuje West (6,135 m)
  • A quieter, more technical Khumbu objective
  • Two camps above Lobuche
  • Views of the Khumbu Icefall and Pumori
The Climb
  • Base Camp: Base Camp, 4,950 m
  • High Camp: High Camp, 5,600 m
  • Terrain: Steep snow and ice to 55° with fixed ropes
  • Requirement: Corniced summit ridge; previous alpine experience required
Itinerary

Day 01Arrival in Kathmandu (1,337 m)

Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will receive a warm welcome and be transferred to your hotel.

Day 02Climbing preparation in Kathmandu

Climbing permit formalities, equipment check and gear rental if required. Pre-departure briefing with your climbing guide in the evening.

Day 03Kathmandu – Manthali (474 m)

Drive to Manthali for the early morning flight to Lukla. Note: If flights to Lukla are operating from Kathmandu, we will fly directly from Kathmandu to Lukla instead.

Day 04Manthali – Lukla (2,860 m) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m) – 5 hours

Early morning flight to Lukla. Meet your porters and walk gently down through Sherpa villages along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.

Day 05Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) – 5 hours

Follow the Dudh Koshi River across suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Bridge, enter Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo and climb steadily to Namche Bazaar.

Day 06Acclimatisation at Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

A rest and acclimatisation day. Hike to the Everest View Hotel (3,880 m) for views of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam, then visit the Sherpa Culture Museum.

Day 07Namche Bazaar – Tengboche (3,867 m) – 6 hours

Views of Everest and Ama Dablam on a level trail, then descend to Phungi Thanga and climb through rhododendron forest to Tengboche Monastery.

Day 08Tengboche – Dingboche (4,410 m) – 6 hours

Descend to Deboche, cross the Imja Khola and pass Pangboche, the highest permanent Sherpa village, to the alpine village of Dingboche.

Day 09Acclimatisation at Dingboche (4,410 m)

Hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083 m) for views of Makalu, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Island Peak, and return to Dingboche.

Day 10Dingboche – Lobuche (4,910 m) – 6 hours

Climb to Thuk-La, with its memorials to Everest climbers, and follow the edge of the Khumbu Glacier to Lobuche.

Day 11Lobuche – Lobuje West Base Camp (4,950 m)

A short walk along the moraine to Base Camp, then rest and gear checks.

Day 12Base Camp – High Camp (5,600 m)

A steady climb on moraine and rock to High Camp. Rest, hydrate and prepare equipment for the summit push.

Day 13Summit Lobuje West (6,135 m) and return to Base Camp – 12–14 hours

An alpine start, around 1–2 am. Climb steep snow and ice on fixed ropes to the summit ridge. After time on the summit, descend carefully to Base Camp.

Day 14Reserve Day

A contingency day for bad weather or a second summit attempt; if not needed, it is used for rest or an earlier descent.

Day 15Base Camp – Gorakh Shep (5,160 m) – Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) excursion – 7 hours

Descend to Lobuche. Walk along the Khumbu Glacier to Gorakh Shep, then continue to Everest Base Camp at the foot of the Khumbu Icefall, and return to Gorakh Shep for the night.

Day 16Gorakh Shep – Kala Patthar (5,545 m) – Pheriche (4,371 m) – 7 hours

An early climb to Kala Patthar for sunrise over Everest, Nuptse and Pumori, then descend via Lobuche and Thuk-La to Pheriche.

Day 17Pheriche – Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) – 7 hours

Descend via Pangboche and Tengboche to Namche Bazaar.

Day 18Namche Bazaar – Lukla (2,860 m) – 7 hours

Descend along the Dudh Koshi via Monjo and Phakding to Lukla, celebrating the climb with your team.

Day 19Lukla – Kathmandu

Early morning flight to Kathmandu, or to Manthali followed by a 4–5 hour drive. Transfer to your hotel; the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 20Departure

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kathmandu International Airport according to your flight schedule.

Please note: this is an indicative itinerary. The sequence is subject to change based on weather, snow conditions, the availability of accommodation and Lukla flight schedules.

Accommodations
DestinationHotel / Lodge / Camp
KathmanduDeluxe Hotel
ManthaliBest available Guest House
TrekBest available Trekkers’ Lodge / Guest House
Base Camp / High CampTented camp, twin sharing, with cook and kitchen staff

Includes

  • Airport pickup and drop
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu on twin/triple sharing basis, BB basis (bed and breakfast)
  • Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu airfare (via Manthali when flights operate from Ramechhap)
  • Experienced trekking guide
  • Licensed climbing guide for the summit climb (one per two climbers)
  • One porter for every two climbers, with a weight limit of 10–12 kg per person
  • Accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek, with tea and coffee
  • Tented Base Camp and High Camp with cook, kitchen staff and camp equipment
  • Group climbing equipment: fixed and main ropes, snow bars and ice screws
  • NMA climbing royalty at the autumn / winter / summer rate
  • Refundable garbage deposit (USD 250 per team)
  • Sagarmatha National Park fee
  • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry fee
  • Insurance coverage for the guide, climbing guide and porters
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

Excludes

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Single supplement cost
  • Client travel and climbing insurance (must cover helicopter rescue to 7,000 m)
  • Spring royalty supplement (March–May): USD 175 per climber
  • Personal climbing gear (mountaineering boots, crampons, harness, ice axe, helmet); rental is available in Kathmandu
  • Any personal expenses, such as beverages, hot water and mineral water
  • Accessory charging and Wi-Fi use during the trek
  • Rescue and emergency cost
  • Summit bonus and gratuities (tips) for the climbing guide and crew
  • Extra costs arising from unforeseen or unavoidable conditions
Essential Information

Visa & Entry Requirements

Entry rules differ for Indian and other foreign nationals. All climbers also need an NMA climbing permit and the national park, conservation area or restricted area permits for their region, which we arrange from the documents you share at booking.

Indian Nationals

No Visa Required
  • Indian citizens need no visa to enter Nepal, by air at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, or at any open land border
  • Carry a valid Indian passport, or Voter ID card as an accepted alternative photo ID
  • Minors without a passport should carry a School ID and Birth Certificate
  • Indian currency notes of ₹100 and below are widely accepted; ₹500 and ₹2,000 notes are not accepted in Nepal

Foreign Nationals

Tourist Visa on Arrival
  • Most nationals can obtain a Tourist Visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport or open land borders; a few nationalities must apply in advance at a Nepali Embassy
  • Visa fee: 15 days USD 30 · 30 days USD 50 · 90 days USD 125
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
  • One passport-size photograph; visa fee payable in cash (USD) or by card

Climbing & Trekking Permits

PermitPeaksFee (foreign nationals) and notes
NMA climbing permit25 NMA peaks up to 6,500 mUSD 350 spring, USD 175 autumn, winter and summer; valid one month above Base Camp
NMA climbing permitChulu East, Singu ChuliUSD 500 spring, USD 250 autumn, USD 200 winter and summer
NMA climbing permit (royalty-free)Yala Peak, Tent PeakNo royalty; the permit and garbage deposit are still required
Department of Tourism climbing permitThorong PeakUSD 350 spring, USD 175 autumn, winter and summer
Garbage depositAll NMA peaksUSD 250 per team, refunded on return of waste and summit report
Sagarmatha NP + Khumbu Pasang Lhamu RMKhumbu peaks, PharchamoNPR 3,000 + 13% VAT and NPR 3,000; checked at Monjo and Lukla
Makalu Barun NP + Khumbu Pasang Lhamu RMMera Peak, Kusum KanguruNPR 3,000 each; checked on the Hinku approach
ACAP + TIMS cardManang and Sanctuary peaks, Thorong PeakNPR 3,000 and NPR 2,000; checked at Dharapani, Manang and Chhomrong
Gaurishankar CA + Rolwaling restricted area permitRolwaling peaksNPR 3,000 and USD 20 per week
Langtang NP + TIMS cardLangtang and Ganesh Himal peaksNPR 3,000 and NPR 2,000; checked at Dhunche
Manaslu RAP + MCAP + ACAPLarkya PeakRAP USD 100 for the first 7 days, then USD 15 a day (Sep–Nov); USD 75, then USD 10 a day (Dec–Aug). MCAP and ACAP NPR 3,000 each
Kanchenjunga RAP + KCAPMt. BoktaRAP USD 20 per week for the first 4 weeks, then USD 25 per week; KCAP NPR 3,000
  • All permits listed are included in the package cost and are issued against a passport copy (or Voter ID for Indian nationals) and one photograph per climber
  • SAARC nationals, including Indians, pay reduced national park, conservation area and TIMS fees; the climbing royalty is charged at the foreign rate
  • Restricted area permits are issued by the Department of Immigration only through a registered trekking agency, with a licensed guide

Entry, visa and permit rules are set by the Government of Nepal and may change; please reconfirm with us before travel.

Documents

Indian nationals must hold a valid passport or Voter ID card; foreign nationals must hold an ordinary passport with a minimum of 6 months’ validity from the departure date, along with a valid Nepal visa. Passport / ID copies and one photograph per trekker should be shared with us at least 7 days before departure so that climbing permits, park permits and flights can be arranged.

Booking & Payments

A deposit of 25% of package cost is payable at the time of booking confirmation. The remaining balance is payable no later than 7 days prior to the arrival date. Payments are made by bank transfer to our Nepal company account.

Risk & Liabilities

ABC Adventures Pvt. Ltd. and its associates are committed to providing a smooth, safe and memorable journey. We are not liable for itinerary changes due to unavoidable circumstances, such as road blockages, landslides, snowfall, weather, flight delays or cancellations, strikes, or illness and accidents. Mountain flights, including Lukla, are weather-dependent and delays are common; extra nights caused by delays, and summit attempts lost to weather, are at the traveller’s cost. Any additional costs incurred under these conditions must be borne by the traveller.

Fitness

All 30 peaks are above 5,600 m and involve long walking days, glacier travel and an alpine summit day of 10–14 hours. PD and PD+ peaks suit fit trekkers who complete the training day at Base Camp; AD, AD+ and D peaks require previous alpine climbing experience on snow and ice, which we may ask climbers to confirm at booking. Travellers with cardiac or respiratory conditions should consult their doctor before booking, and regular cardio and hill-walking training before travel is advised for all routes.

Food & Beverage

All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with tea and coffee are provided during trekking days. In Kathmandu, accommodation is on BB basis (bed and breakfast); lunch and dinner in Kathmandu are at the traveller’s own cost.

Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical treatment and emergency helicopter evacuation up to 7,000 m, including climbing above 6,000 m, is mandatory for all climbers, and should also cover flight delays and cancellations.

Cancellation

All notice of cancellation must be sent in writing by email; verbal cancellation does not qualify for any refund.

TimingCharge
15 days or more prior to arrival25% of package cost
7–14 days prior to arrival50% of package cost
3–6 days prior to arrival75% of package cost
Less than 3 days / no show100% of package cost

Packing List

  • Passport (6+ months’ validity) or Voter ID (for Indians), visa documents for foreign nationals, photocopies and 2 passport photographs
  • Travel insurance policy and emergency numbers
  • Broken-in waterproof trekking boots, camp sandals and insulated double mountaineering boots for the climb
  • Layered clothing: thermal base layers, fleece, down jacket and waterproof shell
  • Warm hat, gloves, buff, UV sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Sleeping bag rated to –20 °C for Base Camp and High Camp
  • Trekking poles, daypack, headlamp, power bank and reusable water bottle
  • Water purification tablets, personal medication and a basic first-aid kit
  • Climbing gear: crampons, harness, ice axe, helmet, ascender (jumar), descender, carabiners and slings (rental available in Kathmandu)
  • Down suit or down pants, expedition mitts and glacier glasses for summit day
  • Cash in INR (₹100 notes and below) / USD or Nepali Rupees for personal expenses on the trail

Health Notes

All 30 peaks reach between 5,663 m and 6,584 m, where Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is a real risk. Early symptoms include headache, nausea, loss of appetite and poor sleep; they usually ease with rest and hydration, but worsening symptoms mean descending without delay. Each itinerary builds in acclimatisation days and a reserve day before the descent; climbers should not shorten these. The Himalayan Rescue Association runs clinics at Pheriche and Manang during the main seasons.

Drink 3–4 litres of water a day, avoid alcohol at altitude, walk at a steady pace and tell your guide promptly about any symptoms. Travellers with cardiac, respiratory or other relevant medical conditions should consult their doctor before booking, and carry any personal prescription medicines.

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