Overview
Labuche Peak climbing has two faces, Labuche East(6,119m) and Labuche West(6,145m). Our Itinerary is for the Labuche East peak. The Labuche Peak is just above the Lobuche village and the Khumbu Valley. As far as the difficulty level is considered it is an easy climb, however, the challenges still exist in the climb. Labuche East Peak climbing is ideal for beginners to consider the very first climb of their life. This peak climbing is pretty easy. This peak offers a beautiful but learnable climbing experience. After the summit, the climbers can move up towards many other majestic mountains. It is comfortable peak climbing as compared to other mountain peaks.
Labuche peak challenges
The Labuche peak climbing is a mixture of challenges. The challenges include snow and ice sections which demand basic mountaineering skills from the climbers. Due to these challenges, it is a perfect option for climbers who want to gain a certain level of Himalayan climbing techniques. While the peak is not as technically demanding as others, the challenges of altitude and weather conditions must not be ignored. Our guide team members will give 2 days of acclimatization to make your body adjust to the high altitude thus reducing the risk of altitude-related illnesses. These 2 rest days will allow you to practice essential climbing skills and techniques.
Itinerary
Expand AllUpon your arrival in Kathmandu, our local team warmly welcomes you at the airport. You will then be escorted to the hotel, where you can enjoy some well-deserved relaxation. The itinerary includes a briefing about the trek's progress and presentation, followed by leisure time. If you arrive in the morning, you'll have the entire day at your disposal. This can be used for rest or for those interested, to explore the surroundings freely. It's an ideal chance to deeply experience Nepalese culture and indulge in the local culinary delights.
Transfer to hotel
Final altitude: approximately 1350 m
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: night in the hotel
Have breakfast and then you have the whole day to explore the best Kathmandu Sightseeing spots with your guide. You can visit and explore one of the most famous Shiva temples, Pashupatinath, recognized as the monkey temple; Swyambhunath, the largest Stupa in the world, also called Boudhanath Stupa; and finally the Royal Palace, Kathmandu Durbar Square. The next day, you will begin your trek on the Annapurna Circuit, so you have to check your equipment to make sure that you are ready for your adventure and climb. Have dinner and stay overnight in the same hotel in Kathmandu
Day tour
Final altitude: approximately 1350 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: night in the hotel
morning transfer to Kathmandu airport or very early departure (around 4 am) for Ramechhap airport and breakfast organized on your arrival before your flight to Lukla. This visual flight, which can only be done in good weather conditions, offers a magnificent panorama of the Himalayas. On arrival in Lukla, the organization of the loads with the porters and the Sherpas then the start of the trek.
NB:- If the flight is canceled for weather reasons, it will be postponed to the following day. You will spend an additional day at the hotel in Kathmandu or Ramechhap.- Depending on the congestion at Kathmandu airport, the Nepalese Civil Aviation Authority (CAAN) may decide to operate all flights to Lukla either from Kathmandu airport or from Ramechhap airport.
We travel up the Dudh Khola River, with the magnificent Himalayan pines lining our route. Several bridges make us change banks according to the meanders of the river. Steep climb to the capital of Khumbu (Sherpa country). On the way, we admire the Thamserku and from time to time we see Everest. In Namche Bazaar, visit the village, very picturesque. You can walk the alleys of this village built in an amphitheater.
6hrs of walking
Final altitude: approximately 3440 m
Meals: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: night in the hotel
We climb in a small forest and admire for the first time the high peaks of Khumbu (Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam), we arrive in the villages of Kunde and Khumjung. It may be possible to visit the “Hillary High School” and the Kunde hospital built on Hillary's initiative.
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge
Leaving Namche, the path climbs above the houses to reach the ridge line. Passage of a small pass, then descent to the village of Khumjung. Superb view of the prince of the place, the Ama Dablam. Continuation to Phortse.
7hrs of walking
final altitude: 3800 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge
A long stage that familiarizes your body with the altitude. The route offers an almost permanent view of the Ama Dablam but also the Thamserku while climbing steadily. We pass Pangboche, which was until the arrival of tourism one of the last permanently inhabited high altitude villages. Many Pangboche villagers have gone on expeditions to the highest peaks and Everest. Porters, then altitude sherpas and finally guides for those who have realized their dream. The village also paid a heavy price to the mountain. You enter the heart of the upper Khumbu, and the landscape becomes more mineral. Dingboche (4400m) marks the intersection of the Chukhung and Everest valleys.
7hrs of walking
final altitude: 4400 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge
A short day dedicated to acclimatization where the main thing is to control your speed and enjoy the spectacle that surrounds you. Between Ama Dablam (6856m), the south face of Lhotse (8516m) and Baruntse (7129m), the landscapes are spectacular before reaching Chhukhung (4730m), the last village before Island Peak base camp. Then we go down to Dingboche.
5 hrs of walking
final altitude: 4400 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge
A mountain pasture rises gently to the Thukla ridge, at the foot of Lobuche Peak. A final steep climb takes you to Lobuche. In front of you, Nuptse, Pumori, Langtren raise their sparkling peaks
6hrs of walking
final altitude: 4900 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge
From this day on, we go into "expedition mode". We are no longer in a lodge but in a tent, a logistics team made up of a cook and Sherpas has just joined us. We climb to the base camp located on the edge of a small lake at 5,210 m, through a stony path. Review of equipment in the afternoon and rope progression techniques: Use of the Jumar handle and the descender for abseiling. It is also important to stay well hydrated and to rest for the next day. We are going to bed early because the night will be short.
6hrs of walking
final altitude: 4900 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a Tent
We descend by the path we took 2 days ago on the way up. We return to Dzongla and set off again on the trek route towards Lobuche. The balcony route still offers us beautiful views. The path, necessarily less technical than the summit invites us to stroll and it is quiet that we arrive at Lobuche and find the comfort of the lodges. We went back to "trekking mode".
9-10 hrs of walking
final altitude: 4900 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a Lodge
Always along the moraines of the Khumbu glacier, a chaotic path brings us to the real base camp of Everest. We are at the foot of the famous "Ice Fall" which climbers take to reach the coveted summit...maybe we will have the chance to see some of them...Falls of seracs, the grandeur of the peaks that surround this legendary place … there is a great atmosphere in these fantastic landscapes… Then return by the path that descends to Gorakshep (5,160 m).
7 hrs of walking
final altitude: 51600 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a Lodge
We climb the slopes of Kala Pattar as the sun rises over the summit pyramid of Everest. The Belvedere is a shoulder at 5543 m, located at the bottom of the southern spur of Pumori. From this unique point of view in the heart of Khumbu, we share a moment of quietude, and magic, facing the giants of the earth. The lights reveal the tapered ridges, the lace of ice, and gigantic vertiginous slopes of snow which gradually change from orange-red to sparkling white. The spirit filled with these wonders, we approach our journey back. We retrace our steps to Thokla and branch off towards Dingboche The descent is tasty, a hot drink in Gorak Shep, a break in the sun in the mountain pastures of Lobuche, our eyes fixed on the North faces of Ama Dablam, Taboche, and from Thamserku.
7 hrs of walking
final altitude: 4240 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a Lodge
We lose altitude and find more populated lands. The descent takes place on the sunny side of the valley, facing Ama Dablam and the duo Thamserku and Kantega. Mani and chortens again punctuate the path. We cross two important villages, Pheriche and Panboche. In the latter, nestled in the middle of pines and junipers, a monastery shelters a curiosity: the scalp of a yeti... We continue our descent towards the bottom of the valley, carpeted with pines and rhododendrons, a haven of a small Himalayan ungulate, the musk deer, before going up to the monastery of Tengboche. Founded in 1919, it is perched on a spur, a perfect belvedere over Ama Dablam and the great wall of Nuptse and Lhotse. Rapid descent in a beautiful forest. Crossing a footbridge at Phunki, before a slow ascent then a balcony path leading to Namche Bazar.
7 hrs of walking
final altitude: 3400 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a Lodge
We soon taste the gentle warmth of the lower valleys as we descend the wooded gorges of the Dudh Khosi before going back up to Lukla where we thank the team of porters. We spend our last evening in the heart of Khumbu.
7 hrs of walking
final altitude: 2800 M
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a Lodge
As for the outward journey, flight from Lukla airport is directly in the direction of Kathmandu; or for Ramechhap airport with a transfer to Kathmandu. If direct flight to Kathmandu, free day in Kathmandu. If flight to Ramechhap, transfer and arrival in Kathmandu in the early afternoon.
In Kathmandu, explore the dynamic district of Thamel, and its colorful bazaars, ideal place to do your last shopping. In the Kathmandu Valley, the traditional village of Bhaktapur will amaze you with its 17th-century architecture.
NOTE: The flight is subject to the vagaries of the weather, a delay in the day of rotation is possible. If the flight is postponed to the next day, you will spend an additional night at the lodge in Lukla.
35 min flight
5 hrs driving
Meals: breakfast – lunch
Accommodation: night in Hotel
free time depending on the departure time of your flight and our representative will drop you at the airport, ending your journey in Nepal. We hope to be of service to you again. Thank you and safe travels.
Meals: Breakfast
Included & Excluded
| Included Points |
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| ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE : Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle |
| HOTEL ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU : 3-night hotel in Kathmandu With breakfast plan. |
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PERMITS :
Expedition Royalty and permits fee of Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) to climb Lobuche Peak, Sagarmatha National Park, and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and fee.
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| GARBAGE MANAGEMENT : Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit fees |
| INSURANCE : Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition. |
| MAP : Trekking and climbing map. |
| DUFFLE BAG : One Alpinist club Duffle Bag. |
| MEMBER TRANSPORTATION : (Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – Lukla and while returning Lukla - Kathmandu, as per itinerary. |
| MEMBER LUGGAG : Up to 25 Kg per member as personal baggage during the trek to be carried by porters. |
| FOOD AND LODGING : 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/Tent during the trek and at the Basecamp and hIgh camp. |
| PORTER : Porters per member up to the Base camp and from the Basecamp (both ways) |
| HIGH ALTITUDE CLIMBING SHERPA : 1 government-licensed climbing Sherpa per member during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back. |
| ASSISTANCE : Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps. |
| CLIMBING SHERPA SALARY & ALLOWANCE : Climbing Sherpa’s Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing. |
| WEATHER FORECAST : Weather forecast report during the entire expedition. |
| GUIDE : Local government-licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek and sightseeing in Kathmandu valley. |
| MEDICAL KIT : Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff. |
| CERTIFICATE : Lobuche Peak climbing certificate issued by NMA (after climbing Lobuche peak successfully). |
| Excluded Points |
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| AIR FARE : International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu). |
| NEPAL ENTRY VISA FEE : : Nepalese Visa fee is $50 USD for 30 Days. |
| LUNCH & DINNER : Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary). |
| EXTRA NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU : Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition, domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary |
| INSURANCE POLICY : Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory |
| PERSONAL EXPENSES : Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp). |
| PERSONAL CLIMBING EQUIPMENT : Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear. |
| TOILETRIES : Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean. |
| FILMING : Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee. |
| INTERNET SERVICE : Not included during the trek and the expedition. |
| TIPS : Calculate some tips for the high camp and other staff– Minimum 100 USD. |
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EXTRA :
Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and other items not listed in the “Cost Includes” section. Note: For unforeseeable reasons at this stage of climatic hazards, form or deformity of the participants or others (state of the roads, traffic, case of unforeseeable, your guide or guide may have to adapt the program, if necessary for the smooth running of your trip. He remains the sole judge and guarantor of your safety. Walking times are given as an indication and may vary from participant to participant. |
Trip Organization
Your Guide and Team
Your guide, from your arrival in Kathmandu until your departure, is responsible for the success of your trip and oversees your team. Do not hesitate to ask him questions, respect his position as the team leader, and above all follow his advice! Often your guide is the only English-speaking member of the team. In the mountains and, especially when during high-altitude travels, your guide is responsible for the safety of the group. The instructions he gives and the remarks he makes to all participants must be carefully followed. The interest and safety of the trekking group must be preserved, even when it may be to the detriment of an individual member of the group.
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Your Nepalese team may consist of several people, each with different responsibilities. They are:
- The Guide Leader (Sirdar) is responsible for and leader of the whole team and is treated with respect by all. Often he has earned his position by starting as a porter and rising through the ranks.
- climbing Guide: who fixed the rope and guided you to the summit
- The Cook is responsible for all meals and is on a trek that doesn’t use lodges for meals. (camping trek )
- The kitchen boy is an assistant to the cook. ( camping trek )
- The Assistant Guide is actively helping clients under the leader’s direction and set camp.
- The Porter is the load carrier for the trekking group. As Nepal is a mountain country with few roads, porters are employed to carry loads. Compliance with regulations and common courtesy dictates the maximum weight carried and the minimum wage paid. Porters are provided with gear based on the routes they follow and with insurance for alpine treks.
Each trekker is allotted the following maximum weights per person: Lodge (tea house) Accommodations: 15 kg maximum; Tent Camping: 22 kg maximum; Expeditions/summit ascents: 20 kg maximum. The porters are given a premium wage for carrying loads over 30 kg.
In addition, the Alpinist Club takes care to take out insurance for the Guide and porters. Specific equipment is allocated to them for crossing passes at altitude (even if wearers often refuse to put on shoes due to lack of habit).
Accommodations in Kathmandu
In Kathmandu, you will be accommodated in a hotel. We use different hotels depending on availability. The two preferred hotels are:
Hotel Himialaya suite: Located in the heart of Thamel, this hotel is ideal for walking the bustling streets of Kathmandu. The spacious rooms all have a bathroom, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. A fully equipped and active dining room is available for all meals, and the breakfast buffet offers a wide choice of foods. The hotel offers currency exchange, laundry services, and luggage storage.
Sampada Garden: Located just 20 minutes on foot from Thamel and Durbar Square, this hotel is convenient for exploring Kathmandu. The rooms have all the necessary comforts for your stay: air conditioning, bathroom, and Wi-Fi. Breakfasts are served as a generous buffet. The hotel provides currency exchange, laundry services, and luggage storage.
Accommodation during the Larkya peak climbing
For camping, Tent accommodation: For tent accommodation: during the trek, breakfasts, Lunch, and Dinner are prepared by the kitchen team. They are taken to the mess tent. Depending on the profile of the stages (length of the day's walk and/or presence of water), midday snacks will be served hot or cold in the form of picnics. During the trek, additional energy food is provided. Purchased locally, they offer a more limited. You can, if you wish, bring some complementary cereal bars adapted to your taste
For lodge accommodation: meals are prepared by the cooks of the lodge and are taken from the lodge's dining room. Here is a typical one-day menu:
- breakfast: eggs, toast or chapati, or Tibetan bread or pancakes, or pancakes, butter/jam, tea or coffee
- Lunch: a main course, tea or coffee
- Dinner: soup, main course, fruit (fresh or canned), tea or coffee.
- During the trek: tea or coffee is served with meals. Two cups per person are included. Apart from these included menus, other drinks and foodstuffs will be at your expense.
- Water: provide tablets (Hydroclovazone, Micropur, or another type) to disinfect the water you put in your water bottle, depending on the source and the advice of your guide. It is sometimes possible to buy purified water and refill your water bottle without having to buy bottled water. You can also buy mineral water in the cities (not included in the price) but its ecological balance is poor, as you know. Also, we do not recommend it.
Preparation for the Trek
Preparing for the trek requires several months of preparation with 4 to 6-hour walks every weekend for stamina and participating in a sport that required short periods of high exertion.
Medical check-up
Being in good health is essential to fully enjoy your Alpinist Club trip. If your last medical visit was more than four years ago, please get another general physical exam and tell your doctor the nature of your trip (climate, altitude, difficulty, etc.). The altitude also has the effect of reviving dental problems or other chronic pain, so getting a dental checkup is also prudent. If you are undertaking a high-altitude expedition, we advise you to consult a mountain medicine specialist.
Acute Mountain Sickness
This trip takes place at high altitudes, so some people may experience altitude-related discomforts like headaches, loss of appetite, and swelling of limbs. Most of these symptoms usually go away within a few days, but sometimes they can develop into a serious illness: pulmonary or cerebral edema. There are no preventive drugs for AMS. Diamox diuretic is often effective for symptomatic relief, but you should first check with your doctor to verify that it is not contraindicated for you. Think about it before you go.
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FAQ's
Expand AllLabuche Peak (6,119 m / 20,075 ft) is located in the Khumbu region of Nepal near the Everest Base Camp. It is divided into two summits: Labuche East and Labuche West, with Labuche East being the trekking peak open to climbers.
Labuche East is classified as a "trekking peak" but it offers a challenging climb. It requires technical climbing skills, including the use of crampons, ropes, and ice axes. Previous climbing experience or mountaineering training is recommended.
The best time for climbing Labuche Peak is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). These seasons provide stable weather, clear skies, and favorable climbing conditions.
The typical Labuche Peak expedition takes around 18-21 days, including acclimatization, trekking, and the ascent. The trip usually includes the trek to Everest Base Camp for proper acclimatization.
Yes, climbers are required to obtain:
Trekking Peak Permit from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA).
Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit.
Local area permit for Khubu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality.
What equipment do I need for climbing Labuche Peak?
The essential equipment includes:
Climbing boots, crampons, and ice axe
Harness, helmet, ropes
Warm clothing (down jacket, insulated gloves)
Sleeping bag
Headlamp and sunglasses
First aid kit, sunscreen, and other personal items.
Most of this gear can be rented in Kathmandu if not carried from home.
While it is not mandatory to have a guide, hiring a certified climbing guide or joining an expedition group is highly recommended due to the technical nature of the climb and the remote location. Experienced Sherpas are commonly hired to guide expeditions.
Climbers should have a high level of physical fitness and some experience in trekking at high altitudes. Prior technical climbing experience or training is also helpful for the final ascent, which involves steep ice and snow sections.
Most expeditions follow a route that includes stops at Namche Bazaar (3,440 m), Dingboche (4,410 m), and Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) for acclimatization. Proper acclimatization is crucial to prevent altitude sickness.
During the trek to Labuche Peak, climbers stay in teahouses (small lodges)
Some of the risks include:
Altitude sickness (AMS, HAPE, or HACE)
Weather conditions, such as sudden snowstorms or high winds
Technical climbing difficulties, especially near the summit
Physical exhaustion due to the strenuous nature of the climb
The nearest airport is Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla, which is the gateway to the Everest region. Most expeditions start with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
There are no strict age restrictions, but climbers should be in good health and physically fit. Many guiding companies may recommend an age range of 18-60 due to the demanding nature of the trek and climb.
Training should focus on:
Cardio endurance (running, hiking, cycling)
Strength training (especially for legs and core)
Altitude conditioning (if possible, training at high altitudes)
Technical skills (practice using crampons, ropes, and ice axe)
Yes! Many climbers combine the Labuche Peak climb with the trek to Everest Base Camp (EBC). Some also extend their adventure by climbing Island Peak or trekking to the Gokyo Lakes.