Lobuche Peak climbing is considered moderately difficult compared to other trekking peaks in Nepal. It requires good physical fitness, basic mountaineering skills, and some high-altitude experience. The route involves steep rocky trails, glacier crossings, and technical sections with ropes, crampons, and ice axe use. Altitude above 6,000 m makes acclimatization essential. While achievable for well-prepared trekkers, it is more challenging than Island Peak but easier than 7,000–8,000 m expeditions.

The best seasons to climb Lobuche Peak are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November). During these months, the weather is generally stable, skies are clear, and temperatures are moderate, offering the best conditions for climbing and enjoying mountain views. Winter brings extreme cold and heavy snow, while summer/monsoon has rain, clouds, and poor visibility.

Yes, you need a climbing permit to climb Lobuche Peak. It is a trekking peak regulated by the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). In addition to the climbing permit, you also need the Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit. All permits must be arranged before starting the expedition through the Gov. Reg. local agency.

From the base camp and higher camps are must needed to camping. Camping is fully organized and supported, with a team of guides, cooks, Sherpa and porters to accompany you. Our porters carry all the trekking gear, food, fuel and personal belongings. Our cooks prepare hot meals. At night, tents for dining, sleeping and ablutions tents are provided and set up, mattresses and down-filled sleeping bags, tables and seating.

Breakfast: Porridge/Oatmeal (often with honey, fruits, or nuts), eggs (fried, scrambled, or omelets with veggies), Pancakes or Tibetan Bread (served with jam, honey, or peanut butter), Muesli/Cornflakes (with hot or cold milk), Tea/Coffee (black, milk tea, or ginger lemon honey tea) etc. Lunch: Dal Bhat (Nepali staple: lentil soup, rice, vegetable curry, and pickles—unlimited refills!), Noodles/Pasta (fried noodles, garlic pasta, or ramen), Momos (dumplings stuffed with veggies or meat), sandwiches (egg, cheese, or tuna), soup (garlic, mushroom, or veggie—popular for warmth and hydration) etc. Dinner: Dal Bhat, Curries (veggie, potato, or chicken with rice or chapati), Thukpa (local noodle soup), Pizza, Pasta, Fried Rice/Noodles, Desserts (apple pie, rice pudding, or Snickers rolls etc.).

Nepal’s rugged terrain and remote mountain regions require a mix of transportation modes to ensure safe, efficient, and scenic travel. We have A/C, non A/C, tourist luxury bus, car, Van, Jeep as your request and itinerary. We provide the domestic flight ticket in major trekking routes.

All guest houses have boiled water for trekkers and climbing. And on the main trekking routes it is possible to bolter mineral water to drink too. We are not recommending to our clients to use bolter water, it is not environment friendly. You can use Iodine table or others purify drops. It is noticeable that during the camping and climbing we provide the boiled water to our clients.

To join the Peak climbing or expedition you will need to have extensive mountaineering experience. Adjustment in the team members and Sherpa Staffs. High and extreme Trekking experiences in the Himalayas. Responsible for self-control and safety. Mentally and physically fitness.

Meet Our Expert Climbing Guides: Experience, Training, and Passion. At our agency, we take immense pride in our team of highly skilled climbing guides, who are the backbone of every successful Himalayan adventure.

Equipment: Climbing harness, ice axe, crampons, helmet, ropes, and appropriate cold-weather clothing. Here is the check list for climbing equipment.

Yes, Clients must have valid travel insurance covering: Emergency evacuation, Medical treatment, Trip cancellation/interruption, Personal liability and loss/damage of personal belongings

Asian Hiking Team company is prepared for any emergency situation and knows how to handle it. Our guides are trained in first aid and can deal with most of the basic ailments that occur during a trek and directly connection to main office in Kathmandu each day if possible. Every client should have his own insurance before coming to Nepal in case of emergency. Our all staff has insurance in case of emergency. In Extreme emergency rescue if the urgent helicopter evacuation require between 6000m to 7000m, we can arrange Helicopter Rescue, may its cover by your insurance. Weather Forecast for the climbing weather report we advise you to use from Meteo Swiss or from Austria or we can help you to get in contact with them. For the prompt weather Forecast, send to you by SMS or email or on phone to prepare your summit attempt.We also strongly recommend that you take out trip cancellation, air ambulance /helicopter rescue insurance. You should be aware that some policies do not include, or restrict, cover for this type of travel. You must ensure that the policy you do take provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved. You must carry proof of insurance (e.g. your insurance certificate) with you on the holiday; if you cannot provide this at the start of the holiday, you will be required to take out a suitable policy at that time. If this is not done or impossible for practical reasons, then you will not be allowed to continue with our trekking/climbing trips and will not be entitled to any refund for services not provided. Your insurance must include emergency air ambulance/helicopter rescue services. During the trekking, Land-line and mobile phone services are available in Nepal. The network covers Kathmandu, major cities and towns and most of Nepal, except some rural Himalayan places. Satellite phone carrying by our climbing Guide for communication for expedition and available for members with nominal cost.

100% Guaranteed for Private Trips: Once booked and confirmed, private trips (solo/custom groups) will depart on your chosen date, regardless of group size. Group Trips: Most group departures are guaranteed once a minimum number of participants (usually 2–4) are confirmed. If the minimum isn’t met, we’ll Offer alternative dates or convert your booking to a private trip (with adjusted pricing).

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