memorable views!
The Journey
Like most visitors to the Everest region, we will save ourselves a long bus trip and a week-long walk by flying to Lukla in the middle hills of Solu-Khumbu. We will take several days to make our way up the valley, leaving plenty of time for our bodies to acclimatise and to enjoy the fantastic experience of the Nepalese countryside.
We take in all the major valleys in the Everest region (Khumbu, Gokyo, Imja) and visit the major attractions: Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Lakes, Tangboche monastery, Thame village, Khumjung. We head up into the Gokyo Valley to the stunning Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri (5,340m), the first of our high points.
We cross the Cho La pass and head to the village of Lobuje, our first base camp. We spend a few days on rope skills and rock climbing on the lower parts of Lobuje, then make a day trip to Kala Pattar (spectacular high point number two at 5,555m), and Everest Base Camp.
After all this preparation we will be acclimatised and ready for Lobuje East. From a high camp, which is usually on rock, the ascent of Lobuje East (6,119m) requires cramponing on moderately angled snow with quite serious exposure.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 2 Packing, briefing and cultural tour around Kathmandu
Day 3-11 Fly to Lukla, trek in Khumbu and Gokyo valleys
Day 12-17 Trekking and climbing
Day 18-20 Trek out to Lukla
Day 21 Fly to Kathmandu
Day 22 Depart Kathmandu (or stay on for a rest!)
nice views...
Highlights
Trek in and around all the major valleys of the Everest region of Nepal
Panoramic views of the Khumbu region
Develop high altitude experience and build the foundation for your future climbing exploits
Snow-climb Lobuje East (6100m) adjacent to Everest
Develop and practise climbing skills at scenic spots in the Khumbu: ropes, anchors, crevasses, crampons, ice axes
The Attractions
What a view! At 6129m, Lobuje East provides a stunning view of Everest. It's a must-do for the hardy trekker or aspiring climber. The peak rises 1100m from the valley floor and its views of Everest, Mount Makalu (8481m) and the towering Nupste - Lhotse wall will stay in your mind forever.
Our other principal objectives for this expedition are trekking ascents of Gokyo Ri 5,545m and Kala Pattar 5,550m.
Our goal is to trek in and around all the major valleys of the Everest region of Nepal and:
• Develop introductory high altitude experience and build the foundation for your future climbing exploits
• Trek to the summits of 5550m Kala Pattar and Gokyo Ri
• Snow-climb Lobuje East (6100m) adjacent to Everest
• Develop and practise climbing skills at scenic spots in the Khumbu: ropes, anchors, crevasses, crampons, ice axes.
Lobuje East with Mt Everest behind something to work towards!
Is it right for me?
DCXP's Himalayan Heights Lobuje Ascent:
Trekkers looking for an extra challenge,
Aspiring mountaineers wanting solid building blocks for further expeditions
Aspiring 8000m peak climbers
Technical skills
This expedition introduces you to Himalayan climbing, and develops your skills to safely climb in the Himalayas and elsewhere. A strong spirit of adventure, a willingness to stretch your boundaries and have a go are essential requirements. Most participants have been bush walking or trekking and overnight camping before embarking on this trip.
Many have some previous basic rock climbing experience, which provides a good base for the mountaineering skills seminars that take place throughout the expedition. Some participants may be looking for a transference of skills from rock to snow, or alpine climbing to Himalayan climbing.
Fitness
You will need to be able to walk for 6-8 hours a day with a moderate daypack. The trekking days are not especially long, as your body needs time to acclimatise. You are on holiday, so there is time to stop for a long lunch and read a book or take some photographs. During the trekking phases we have porters and yaks or dzopkyo to carry our heavy camping equipment, food and climbing gear.
Summit days and approach days will require an extra special effort. For example, we will need to carry heavier packs from Lobuje Base Camp (where the yaks can get to) to Lobuje High Camp. You should be prepared to carry a 15 kg backpack.
A couple of big days of up to 10-14 hours will be needed as we set off early in the morning for the summit. On top of your good preparation, your weeks of trekking should mean that you are quite strong by this stage.
training in use of emergency medical equipment (provided)
Dates, Prices & Includes
What's included
All airport transfers in Nepal
Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
All accommodation in Nepal
Breakfast in Kathmandu
Flights between Kathmandu and Lukla (with 15kg checked baggage + 5kg carry on)
Trekking permits, peak fees and National Park entry fees
Sherpa guides, cooks, porters, and or yaks, and local staff insurance
All meals on trek and climb
Tea house accommodation or tents on trek (shared basis)
Shared mountain tents, sleeping mats at high camps
Group climbing gear such as ropes, snow stakes, and rock and ice protection equipment, down jacket and sleeping bag rental
Group kitchen and dining equipment and tents
The crew will carry a comprehensive medical kit including medical oxygen, portable altitude chamber (Gammov bag) and specialised drugs, as well as a satellite phone for emergency communications. Safety of the entire group (including your kitchen and climbing staff and porters) is our first priority.
What's not included
International & home country domestic airfares, & excess baggage
Nepal visa (USD $30, valid for 60 days, available on entry)
Excess baggage (allowance: 15kg on Kathmandu- Lukla flight + USD $1/kg excess)
Tips for crew (allow $150 USD)
Personal travel insurance (REQUIRED)
Personal expenses such as gifts, phone calls, laundry and drinks (including alcohol)
Meals and accommodation other than those specified, including outside the trip dates
Personal clothing and equipment for the expedition
Medical evacuation costs, extra accommodation or any other fees associated with early departure, change of itinerary, or breaking from the group due to illness or otherwise. The cost may need to be paid by you at the time and may be able to be claimed back from your travel insurance company
Why go with DCXP?
learn skills from qualified guides
DCXP's expeditions are always led by talented and experienced leaders. On you visit to Nepal our local experts with lead the expedition, the Famous Sherpas of the Himalayas!
DCXP has an impressive a proven track record in providing safe, professional and successful mountain journeys. We pay particular attention to designing itineraries which allow the majority of participants to enjoy their adventure, and to succeed in reaching their goals. Our quality equipment, dedicated staff and attention to logistical detail means that many of our participants return for another DCXP expedition!
DCXP"S Lobuje - Himalayan Heights trip is a great way to get yourself into the mountains and develop the initial skills you need to climb mountains, at the same time, gain valuable exposure to altitude, long expeditions and the Himalayas.
This experience can be the basis for people to climb their own peaks in the future, or to take on more challenging guided adventures.
By the end of the trip you will have a much better understanding of how Himalayan expeditions can be run, and how to handle altitude in the Himalayas.
Our expeditions are well planned, well led, and well resourced with good quality food, transport, equipment, first aid and communications. We do such a good job that the vast majority of our clients are advocates for DCXP.
About DCXP
DCXP was started by Duncan Chessell and has been operating trips around the world for many years. The experience gained in expedition logistics and health, has been utilised in developing teams of talented staff that are the basis of DCXP's consistently high quality expeditions. DCXP is now owned and managed by Katie Sarah, who has been involved with this business since 2006, and has now gained her own experience both in the field - from the remote wilderness of Antarctica to the summit of Everest - and in operating expeditions.
Our adventures are to mountainous destinations worldwide including to the seven summits (Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Mt El’brus in Russia and the extreme summit of Mt Everest to name a few). We arrange custom expeditions worldwide for groups who are looking for an experience that is both an adventure in remote and exciting destinations, but also has the infrastructure and support to help you achieve your goals.
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