Pokalde Peak Climbing is one of the easy & less challenging but more fun – trekking plus peak climbing trails of Everest region Nepal. Pokalde peak climbing is a popular & easy trekking peak with Everest base camp trekking in Nepal.
Pokalde Peak Climbing is very popular among the climbers and mountaineers who love to have challenges all the while relishing in the mesmerizing views of the Himalayas close to Mt Everest in the region. Peak climbing with Everest base camp trek, pokalde can be a unique experience in your EBC trek.
Your trek begins from a short, scenic flight to Lukla. Lots of air turbulence can be felt in that small plane even during 25 minutes of flight. We will then trek towards Namche Bazaar passing through small villages (like; Chaurikharka, Ghat, Thadokoshi, Phakding, Monjo, Jor sale), rhododendron forests, and rivers.
Namche is an iconic village for all Everest region trekkers, expeditors or climbing crews
Namche Bazaar is a trade center of the Khumbu Region and also the gateway to the depth of Himalayas. You will get to see the lifestyle, culture, and tradition of the inhabiting Sherpa communities.
Namche is a bit more modernized than usual. But still the typically traditional practices are alive in nearby villages like; Thame, Khumjung, Khunde. We will also get an opportunity to visit multiple museums (sherpa museum, Namche gallery, Sagarmatha national park museum – at namche bazaar) to know more about the history and cultural history. Stories of sherpa, mountaineers and relation in between mountain & sherpa is inspiring.
Close view of mountains by your bedroom and a short walk towards Sagarmatha national park museum premises to witness the beauty of tallest mountain (Mt. Everest) is a major attraction of Namche Bazaar. Sagarmatha national park museum is located in a perfect location to showcase most of the peaks seen during Everest base camp trekking.
Helicopter tours to Namche or just Namche trek is thus famous and trending among those who want to be in comfort & still love the Mountains.
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Pokalde basecamp & the summit
You will see a small hanging glacier on the northern side of the peak upon arrival at the base camp of Pokalde peak. Upon reaching the summit, you can enjoy the spectacular views of the surroundings and the mountains.
You will get to see the snow-capped peak like; bit of Mt Everest (8,848 m), Mt. Nuptse (7,861 m), Ama Dablam, (6,812 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m) and many others in a long chain of white beauty.
The climbing route to the Pokalde peak will be difficult at times but just with use of proper trekking equipment; the summit can be reached. Previous trekking experience is recommended to go on pokalde peak climbing, and you also have to be physically fit. Saying that – climbing training or previous climbing experience is not needed for Pokalde peak climbing.
After spending some time on the summit, you will trek back to Namche Bazaar.
The best time for Pokalde peak climbing adventure is from March to May and September to November. For your information spring (March to may) is the best season for Mt Everest Expeditions as well.
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Pokalde peak climbing itinerary
Kala Patthar is a well-famed destination, famous for its majestic 360-degree of the Mahalangur Himalayan Range.
After following the route of Everest base camp Kala Patthar trek, we head back to Lobuche for our climbing destination, which is the Pokalde Base Camp.
The climb from Pokalde Base Camp to the high camp is a short 600m climb. The following day, the climb extends further to the summit which stands at around 5806m.
After summiting the peak, we make our way back down to Chukkung. Furthermore, we pass through the settlements of Tengboche and Monjo towards Lukla. From Lukla, we will catch an early morning flight back to the capital, concluding our incredible 18 days journey!
Looking forward
After a rich Himalayan trekking experience, our Pokalde Peak climbing trip will end at the Lukla airstrip.
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Outliine Itinerary
- Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu
- Day 2 – Full day Sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu valley
- Day 3 – Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
- Day 4 – Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Day 5 – Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar
- Day 6 – Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
- Day 7 – Tengboche to Dingboche (4360m)
- Day 8 – Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
- Day 9 – Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep, afternoon explore to Everest Base Camp
- Day 10 – Early morning hike to Kalapatthar and trek to Lobuche
- Day 11 – Trek from Lobuche to Pokalde Base Camp via Kongma-La Pass
- Day 12 – Trek from Pokalde Base Camp to High Camp
- Day 13 – Summit to Pokalde Peak 5806m and back to Chhukung
- Day 14 – Trek from Chhukung to Tengboche
- Day 15 – Trek from Tengboche to Monjo
- Day 16 – Trek from Monjo to Lukla
- Day 17 – Flight From Lukla To Kathmandu
- Day 18 – Departure
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Itinerary
Altitude :- 1400m
Upon arriving at Kathmandu, Nepalgram representatives will pick you up and escort you to your hotel. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Altitude:- 1400m
On the second day, you will have a full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu which comprises some of the UNESCO world heritage sites. The significant places you will visit are Pashupati Nath, Boudanath Stupa, and Swayambhu Nath.
All these temples carry an immense religious significance among devotees. You will also travel to the well-famed Durbar Squares of Patan and Kathmandu, which contain some of the oldest monuments in the valley. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Altitude:- 2840m (Lukla) & 2610m (Phakding)
Time: 40 minutes of flight / 3 hours
Trekking distance: 9 kilometers
Our journey today begins with an early morning short and scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Throughout the trip, you can witness magnificent aerial view of the Himalayas as you approach a small terrain-topped airstrip of Lukla.
After landing in Lukla, we commence our trek by walking towards Phakding and stay at Phakding for the night. We follow the main trail of Churi Kharka and head eastwards along the banks of the Dudh Koshi river. A rough 3 hours walk finally leads us to Phakding where we will stay overnight.
Altitude: 3440m
Time: 6 hours
Trekking distance: 15 kilometers
After a quick breakfast, we depart Phakding and head towards our destination of the day, Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the gateway to numerous Khumbu region treks including the popular EBC trek.
Our journey commences ascending the trail along the west banks of the Dudh Koshi river leading us to the village of Tok Tok. En route, you can catch a magnificent glimpse of Mt Tharmasekhu. Another hour or so walk leads us to the settlement of Bengkar. Further, we cross a suspension bridge from Bengkar and head towards Jorsale.
The trail keeps ascending from Jorsale as we pass through lush pine forests reaching Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar offers the first glimpse of the mighty Everest. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.
Altitude: 3440m
Today we will take a rest day to relax our muscles and acclimatize ourselves to the changing environment. Proper acclimatization is a must during this trek, as we do not want to risk the chances of falling prey to altitude sickness.
To make the day more productive, we take a day hike to the villages of Khunde and Khumjung. The communities are accessible with a short climb upwards from the Syangboche airstrip. We also venture to the Everest view hotel, which provides a breathtaking view of the Mahalangur Himalayan Range.
Altitude: 3860m
Time: 5 hours
Trekking distance: 10 kilometers
The following day we continue on our journey as we depart the town of Namche Bazaar to Tengboche. The trail begins by ascending along the verdant landscapes to Syanboche and further towards the Khumjung Village. Then we start descending towards the Dudh Koshi River as we pass through scattered Sherpa settlements.
Then we ascend for another two or more hours along the fir and pine forests into Tengboche. Upon reaching Tengboche, we visit the well-famed Tengboche monastery. It is one of the oldest monasteries in the Khumbu region. Overnight stay at Tengboche.
Altitude: 4360m
Time: 5 hours
Trekking distance: 12 kilometers
We begin today’s journey with a descent along the lush forests and crossing a couple of suspension bridges. You will slowly start to observe the landscapes contrasting from verdant meadows to rocky terrains.
Along the course, we pass through the light settlements of Pangboche and Orsho. The trail comprises of regular Mani stones engraved with scribblings of Buddhist supplications. After four to five hours of walking, we finally arrive at Dingboche. Here, you can indulge yourself in the natural beauty of the surrounding icy giants. Overnight stay at Dingboche.
Altitude: 4910m
Time: 6 hours
Trekking distance: 12 kilometers
On the fourth day, we start trekking towards Lobuche, observing the fantastic backdrop of the snow-clad mountains. The trail is a tough one as we pass through the winding paths along the rocky glacier moraine.
Along the path, you will witness numerous stone caves, built in the memories of the Sherpas, who died while summiting Mt Everest. After walking for about 6 hours along the rocky moraines, we finally reach the settlement of Lobuche. Overnight stay at Lobuche.
Altitude: 5140m (Gorak Shep) & 5,365m (Everest Base Camp)
Time: 7-8 hours
Trekking distance: 15 kilometers
The ninth day will be one of the main highlights of the trek as you set foot at the base of the world’s highest peak. The journey starts quite early as you ascend and cross the Lobuche Pass into Gorak Shep. Gorak Shep used to serve as the official base camp of Everest before the government constructed the newer one.
From Gorakshep, we further climb till the Everest Base Camp, which takes about 3-4 hours approximately. Upon reaching the Base camp, you can view the breathtaking up-close view of Mt Everest and its surrounding giants. The site also offers you the best view of the Khumbu icefall and glacier.
After some quality time at the top, we make our way back down to Gorak Shep for spending the night. Overnight at Gorak Shep.
Altitude: 5550m (Kala Patthar) &4,910m (Lobuche)
Time: 6-7 hours
Trekking distance: 13 kilometers
On the tenth day of the journey, we start early and make our way to Kala Patthar. Kala Patthar is a well-known site in the Khumbu region, famous for its incredible 360-degree panoramic view of the surrounding snow-capped mountains. It provides a sharp picture of Nuptse, Changtse, and Mt Everest.
We start the trek by ascending along the rock and icy trails from Gorak Shep. A 3-4 hour ascend finally leads us to Kalapattar where we will spend some time before heading down to Lobuche for the night. Overnight stay at Lobuche.
Altitude: 4,400m (Pokalde Base Camp) / 5,535 (Kongma La Pass)
Time: 6-7 hours
Trekking distance: 13 kilometers
We start our venture towards the Pokalde peak by departing from Lobuche and heading towards the Base Camp. The trails are somewhat rocky, and the ascent is quite steep as we pass via the Kongma La Pass (5,535) towards the base camp. After walking for about 6 hours, we finally reach Pokalde Base Camp. Here, our representatives will guide you with some mountaineering tips for the big climb on the following day. Overnight stay at Pokalde Base Camp.
Altitude: 5,000m (High Camp)
Time: 4-5 hours
Trekking distance: 1.5 kilometers
The climb from the base camp to the high camp is a mere 600m ascent, but the sections of occasional loose rocks adds to the challenge! Mountaineering equipment aren’t essential here yet as we ascend slowly witnessing the beautiful backdrop of Mt Nuptse (7,861 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,414 m), and Mt. Makalu (8,463 m).
After walking for about 4-5 hours, we finally make it to the high camp. From the high camp, the Pokalde peaks appear as a rough edge overshadowed by a substantial part of the vast Mt. Nuptse. Overnight stay at High Camp.
Altitude: 5,806m (Pokalde Peak) / 4,730 (Chukkung)
Time: 8-9 hours
Trekking distance: 6.5 kilometers
The day you all have been waiting for is finally here! The summit day! It might be one of the toughest days amongst all the trekking days but also is the most rewarding one! We start walking early as we begin the climb to the summit of the Pokalde peak. The trail is rocky and quite challenging all the way to the summit and takes about 4-5 hours in total.
Upon reaching the top, you can witness jaw-dropping scenarios of the surrounding Khumbu peaks. These namely are Mt. Makalu (8,481 m), Mt. Pumori (7,165 m) and Mt. Ama Dablam (6,856 m). After some well-deserved photographs at the top, we start our descent back to the base camp. The trail then follows further to Chhukung for the night. Overnight stay at Chhukung.
Altitude: 3,860m (Tengboche)
Time: 6-7 hours
Trekking distance: 12 kilometers
After a quick breakfast, we descend towards Tengboche for the day. The trail is relatively comfortable as you pass through the pine trees along the banks of the Imja river. En Route, you will pass through the Sherpa settlements of Pheriche and Pangboche with the magnificent view of the Himalayas in the backdrop. A six-hour journey finally comes to an end as we arrive at Tengboche. Overnight stay at Tengboche.
Altitude: 2,835m (Monjo)
Time: 6-7 hours
Trekking distance: 8 kilometers
As our trip nears its end, we start our journey back home with today’s destination being Monjo. Monjo lies about 8 kilometers away from Tengboche and takes roughly about 6 hours to reach. The trek starts with crossing a suspension bridge and ascending along the other side of the terrain to reach Namche Bazaar.
Then we further descend from Namche Bazaar and cross another suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River. En route, we pass through the settlements of Jorsale and Larja Dobhan to reach Monjo. Overnight stay at Monjo.
Altitude: 2,840m (Lukla)
Time: 5-6 hours
Trekking distance: 9 kilometers
On the final day of the Pokalde Peak climbing adventure, we head back to Lukla for catching a flight back to the capital on the following day. The trail follows eastwards alongside the Dudh Koshi River all the way to Lukla. Upon arriving at Lukla, you can roam around embracing the magnificent sceneries all around for your final day at the lap of the Himalayas.
Altitude: 1,400m (Kathmandu)
Time: 35 minutes
We board an early morning flight from Lukla back to the capital. The trip takes about 30 minutes and provides impressive outlooks of the Himalayan range. Upon landing at Kathmandu, Nepalgram representatives will pick you up from the airport and escort you back to the hotel where you can relax for the day!
After a quick breakfast, our representatives will escort you back to the airport for your flight back home, concluding the fantastic 18-day journey. We bid you farewell with the hope of seeing you back again very soon!
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