This expedition will see us climbing in the Khumbu / Everest Region of Nepal. Our objectives are Lobuje East (6119 meters), Pokalde (5806 meters) and Island Peak / Imja Tse (6160 meters). These outstanding mountains will offer challenging, but attainable climbing objectives and are an ideal combination for first time expeditionary. Officially the three mountains we plan to attempt are classified as “Trekking Peaks” however they are still regarded as being challenging and sometimes very demanding climbs. This expedition is not a tour for armchair trekkers!

The expedition will commence with one day of rock climbing and mountaineering preparations in Kathmandu. At the conclusion of our stay in Kathmandu we will board a twin-otter for the short flight to Lukla (2,850 meters) then commence the walk in to our mission. Our mode of travel will be based both on the “tea house” & tented camp style of trekking where the expedition group is free to wander at its leisure between the numerous Sherpa villages which dot the route, as well as being a more traditionally serviced trip. The expedition will pause at these village centers for meals and overnight rests while transiting to and from various mountain base camps and peaks. From Namche Bazaar via Thame and Renjo Pass, reach the beautiful lake of Gokyo Valley and cross the Cho-la. The climbing group will make their way to Lobuje East Base camp to attempt Lobuje East (6,119 meters). We will begin the climbing with a period of acclimatization and mountaineering skills, instruction and revision. Afterwards, we commence to carry our loads to the established high camps on the mountain. Three days will be allowed for summit attempts on Lobuje East. After returning to Lobuje Village, we trek up to Everest Base Camp, where the team will prepare for the Pokalde climb. A relatively straightforward climb to the Pokalde Summit and from Pokalde Base Camp the expedition will then proceed through the valley to Imja Tse Base Camp, from which the climbers the following day will climb to high camp. This camp will be the launching point for the summit climbs on Imja Tse. As with the previous climbs, we will allow several days for summit attempts. This will afford a margin for bad weather or similar delays and thus provide the optimum chance for a successful summit bid.

From the summits of all the peaks you will have unhindered, panoramic views of the many 8000 meter giants that abound in this mountainous region. The expedition is aimed at participants with previous basic mountaineering and or trekking experience. For participants with little experience, a mountaineering skills seminar will be conducted during the early stages of the expedition. The climbs will involve snow / ice climbing and rock scrambling of moderate difficulty and require glacier traveling skills to approach them. Join Himalayan Planet for an adventure of a lifetime!