Destination Pokhalde Peak

Trip Difficulty Difficult Trip

Duration 17 days

Activities Trek and Climb

Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse Lodge

Max altitude 5600 m

Group Size 1-12 Pax

Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Vehicle Bus/Car/Jeep/Flight

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Highlights of Pokalde Peak Climbing

Pokalde Peak Climbing, a great climbing option for novice climbers.
Pokalde Peak(5800 m) nestled in the lap of the Khongma La Pass.
Pokalde Peak Climbing offering everything such as adventure, thrill and scenery.
Pokalde Peak climbing route from Chhukung, Kongma La Pass and Lobuche.
Cheap and best price offer with trip departure dates.
Walk for 6 to 7 hours everyday, covering a distance of km to 20 km.

Overview of Pokalde Peak Climbing

Pokalde Peak Climbing known as Dolma Ri Peak is technically, a less challenging peak climbing in Nepal. Climb Pokalde Peak is best for climbing beginners. Walk for 8 to 9 hours from Pokalde Peak base camp to the summit. Pokalde Peak Tour is possible to combine with Everest Base Camp and three passes trek.

Pokalde Peak climbing is a warm up preparation to climb Mt Amadablam. No any special mountaineering skills require to climb Pokalde Peak. Spring from March to May and Autumn from September to November are an ideal season for Pokalde Peak climbing.

Pokalde Peak (5800 m) is the shortest and easiest peak climbing in Nepal. Pokalde Peak is just 12 km southwest of Mount Everest. Climb Pokalde Peak without any climbing gears like crampons and ice-axes, climb just with the help of climbing rope near Pokalde Peak. The Pokalde peak summit offers superb view of Makalu, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and other peaks.

Climbing Pokalde Peak does not require any special technical skills, still challenging because of the altitude and chance of snow. Winter skills experience is helpful to climb Pokalde peak. An ideal climbing peak in Nepal for soft adventure seekers who want to climb an easy Himalayan Peak without using ice axes and crampons.

Pokalde Peak Climb is for an extra challenge for physically fit trekkers after the Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar trek. Hence, Pokalde Peak Climbing is a right trip for a lifetime experience.

Pokalde Peak Climbing Itinerary

Day 01:Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 02:Kathmandu sightseeing and preparing for trek
Day 03:Fly to Lukla (2800m) and trek to Phakding (2610m)
Day 04:Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Day 05:Rest at Namche Bazaar
Day 06:Trek to Tengboche (3800m)
Day 07:Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m)
Day 08:Dingboche Acclimatization Day
Day 09:Dingboche to Pokalde Base Camp (4,900m)
Day 10:Pokalde Peak Base Camp to High Camp (5,400m)
Day 11:High Camp to Pokalde Peak Summit and Trek to Chhukung (4,730m)
Day 12:Chhukung to Tyangboche(3930m)
Day 13:Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar
Day 14:Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 15:Fly to Kathmandu
Day 16:In Kathmandu
Day 17:Final Departure

Detail Itinerary of Pokalde Peak Climbing

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu

We will meet you at Kathmandu airport and take you to your hotel. Briefing in the afternoon.

Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing and preparing for trek

Our first day in this famous city will be spent touring major temples and sites. Your introduction will only skim the surface, but it will be a unique and fascinating beginning, and our schedule will be relaxed enough to allow for trek preparation.

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2800m) and trek to Phakding (2610m)

This spectacular mountain landing strip is the gateway for expeditions, trekkers and Sherpa people to the Everest Region. You will be transported from Kathmandu to a bright and colourful scene in clear mountain air. It will feel good to stretch your legs, stiff from days of travel, as we walk downhill to the village of Phakding, along the Dudh Kosi River. Times have been good in the area recently and the trail is full of new Buddhist art, prayer flags and small monasteries. We sleep tonight with sounds of the roaring glacial water of the Dudh Kosi in the background.

Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)

Today we hike along the Dudh Kosi, entering Sagarmartha National Park just before lunch. In the afternoon, we climb the notorious Namche Hill, our first real taste of uphill. With some luck our first view of Everest will be on the way up the hill. Mid-afternoon we enter Namche Bazaar. Namche is small, scenic beyond belief, and surprisingly cosmopolitan. A mixture of Tibetan traders, tourists from around the world, expedition climbers, proud Sherpas, monks, Nepalese civil servants, dust, mud, colorful costumes and yaks.

Day 05: Rest at Namche Bazaar

Today is the first Namche day. Namche will be our home base for this trip. We will return here at the end of the climb. We stay indoors in a classic Sherpa style lodge, one that has been a center of many of our expeditions since 1987. Before breakfast we usually take a 10-minute walk to the National Park overlook just above our lodge. The views of Everest, Ama Dablam and Lhotse are exciting and promise much about the adventures ahead.

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3800m)

Today we hike to Tengboche where we will visit the famous Tengboche Monastery. At Tengboche we will gaze up valley toward the plume blowing off Sagamartha – Everest.

Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m)

A classic hiking day of the Khumbu. Ama Dablam still rises above us and we watch its shape change as we walk up the valley and see it from a different perspective.

Day 08: Dingboche Acclimatization Day

We awake to awesome mountain views in this cold valley. Tawache Peak towers above the town. Kantega is sunlit and sparkles to the south. In the other direction we see Lobuche Peak and Cho Oyu, at the border of Tibet. We return from early morning photographs to our warm lodge. Today is an acclimatization day. We will sleep a second night in Dingboche. We might attend the Himalayan Rescue Association altitude lecture, or hike up over the ridge to the village of Pheriche.

Day 09: Dingboche to Pokalde Base Camp (4,900m)

The steeply climbing trail around 4 to 5 hours brings us to Pokalde peak base camp. Though the trek is short it will be useful for acclimatizing purposes. The base camp of Pokalde Peak is situated near a large circular lake in the middle below the Kongma La pass.

Day 10: Pokalde Peak Base Camp to High Camp (5,400m)

The climbing trail at first brings us at Kongma La Pass, captivating views of Cholatse, Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu, Ama Dablam and several other peaks in the Khumbu region are enjoyable and continue trek to high camp of Pokalde Peak.

Day 11: High Camp to Pokalde Peak Summit and Trek to Chhukung (4,730m)

We will wake up early in the morning and move forth towards to the top of Pokalde Peak through stones and enjoy the breathtaking and panoramic views of the world’s highest mountains which include the views of Mt Makalu, Ama Dablam, Pumori, and a number of other tallest peaks in the Khumbu region and continue trek down to Chukung.
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Day 12: Chhukung to Tyangboche(3930m)

In a long day we return to Pangboche for showers, a great meal and a good night sleep in a bed.

Day 13: Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar

This town always has friends to visit, things to do. We spend another relaxed day here to take it all in.

Day 14: Namche Bazaar to Lukla

On this day, we will make our path up to the landing strip in Lukla after a little amble on the valley. At Lukla in the evening we have a party with our Sherpas and staff. Overnight in Lukla.

Day 15: Fly to Kathmandu

Early in the morning, we will bid goodbye to Lukla and take a pictorial flight back to arrive in Kathmandu. On onset in Kathmandu we will shift back to our hotel. And, in the evening today, in Kathmandu we will together have leave-taking dinner. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 16: In Kathmandu

An alternate day for KTM flight or free day to spend in Kathmandu.

Day 17: Final Departure

We will take you to the Airport for your return to your home. We will hope to see you again since we organize a lot of other peak climbing options, as well as tours, expeditions, and sports activities.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Airport pick up and departure transfer
Twin Sharing Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast.
Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu flights
Teahouse accommodation during the trek.
Three times meals-breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
Necessary Sherpa staff-guide, cook and porter and all their expenses.
Necessary climbing and trekking permits.
All the government taxes and company service charge.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on trek and expedition days.
Basic First aid kit
Welcome/Farewell leave Dinner

What's Excluded ?

Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
Nepal Visa fees.
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks-coke, bottle of water, beer, tea/coffee and hot water.
Optional trips and sightseeing tours.
Tips for guide, porter and cook.
Travel insurance for emergency rescue and medication.
Personal nature expenses-WiFi, hot shower and telephone.
Tea breaks, chocolates or other snacks and any meals beside breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Delay and cancellation because of natural phenomenon
International flights to Kathmandu
All the cost not mention on above cost includes.

Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Pokalde Peak Climbing

Pokalde Peak Climbing Cost

Pokalde Peak climbing cost ranges from USD 2250 to USD 2850. In the package price, it includes all flight ticket, trekking and climbing guide, meals, permit and accommodation. Yet, tipping for guide is not included. It is nice to give tip to guide and porter, the 10 to 15 percent of the total cost of the trip.

Pokalde Peak Climbing-Difficulty

Climbing Pokalde Peak is technically difficult. You need to be fit and energetic to climb Pokalde Peak, and previous experience climbing and using ice axes and crampons are helpful. You will need to be familiar with rappelling, abseiling and general rope skills. Instruction in the use of fixed lines, ladder crossing and a refresher on abseiling will be given prior to summit day. The Sherpa climbing guides are experience and will provide the highest level of safety to ensure a safe passage on the journey.

Pokalde Peak Climbing-Season

Autumn and Spring Season are the best time to climb Pokalde Peak. Autumn from September to November and Spring from March to May, the weather is mostly clear. Also, with the clear weather, you will get the best views of the Himalayas. The temperature is also favorable for mountain climbing and trekking. The sun is not too strong and the wind is not so cold. Monsoon(Summer)season are not advisable to climb Pokalde Peak due to muddy and slippery roads. Winter also is a good time for climbing Pokalde Peak because there is high chances of heavy snowfalls, freezing cold may bring frostbites and other cold weather-related issues.

Pokalde Peak Climbing-Meals

Meals like Lunch and dinner are not included in the package price. There are many restaurants and cafes in Kathmandu, they provide Nepali, Indian, Chinese and Western food. But in the trekking, you can eat breakfast and dinner at the tea house where you stay. All three times meals-breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the package cost. Breakfast is consist of breads, porridge, Muesli, cornflakes, Egg items, potato and vegetables. Likewise, Lunch and Dinner are consist of Dalbhat, soups, noodle, spaghetti, fried rice, pizza, fried potato and chowmin. The deserts and drinks are also available, you have to pay an extra cost for it. During Island Peak climbing, we do provide breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee.

Accommodation during Pokalde Peak Tour

You will get 3 star standard hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu. The basic neat and clean tea house accommodation will be in the trekking. The twin sharing room, beds with foam mattresses, bed sheets and a pillow provided. No heater in the room, and toilet and bathroom is common sharing outside the room. During Pokalde Peak climbing, you will get tented camp accommodation, shared with another climbers for two or three nights. Hot showers are available in the lodges during the trekking phase for a small fee costs-$3 USD to $ 5 per shower. We advise you to bring wet-wipes for important wash in between available showers and some lodges. No showers available during Pokalde Peak Climbing, although a bowl of hot water will be available for washing.

Drinking Water

Bottled waters can be bought everywhere. Boiled waters are also available on the lodges. We would recommend bringing your own water treatment kit or filtered water bottle. Water Treatment: Iodine tablets (Potable Aqua or similar) or iodine crystals (Polar Pure).

Peak Peak Summit Day

The summit day in Pokalde Peak is the straightforward climb up to the summit with few crevasse openings along the way, which poses minimal risk. We will be mostly climbing through ice and snow terrains and will be a early day (am) start to the summit.

Nepal Visa

For most nationalities, a visa can be obtained on-arrival at Kathmandu airport, border entry points and can be issued prior through an Nepalese embassies and consulate abroad. Upon arrival, be sure to have the correct USD amount in cash for your visa application and photos can be take through the kiosk machine available at the airport. Currently, a 30-day visa costs $40 and 60-day visa costs US$100. Please make sure that your passport has at least six months validity.

Kathmandu Airport-Pick Up

As you arrive in Kathmandu, your guide or representative will receive you at the airport with our shuttle car/van. If you are arriving before the scheduled trip start date and want to be received at airport then please do let us know in advance and we can make the arrangements to pick you up. Also, there are airport taxi to help you.

Travel Insurance

Insurance are mandatory in all our trips, there is a requirement for each expedition member to have insurance to cover any personal or medical mishaps that may occur before or during the expedition.

Many of our expeditions are in remote places with no roads and third world medical services. In an unlikely event scenario, we would want you to be evacuated asap and get you the right medical attention.

For very unknown and unforeseen circumstances you may be forced to cancel their trips for reasons such as family illness, injury to one’s self, business issues, etc. In times like this you want to have a peace of mind protecting your investments on trips, flight tickets. So trip cancellation insurance should guarantee protection of your money that you have paid for.

Equipment List for Pokalde Peak Climbing

Mountain climbing Gears
Helmet (Black diamond, Petzel)
A mountaineering harness, with adjustable leg loops.
Carabiners: 3 locking and 6 regular

Mountaineering boots
Mountaineering boots suitable for above 6000m; La Sportiva Gsm2 or equivalent
Hiking shoes for the trek to base camp with ankle protection
Thermal mountaineering socks or equivalent: 6 pairs
Liner socks or equivalent: 3 pairs

Body Layers
2 merino base layers: top / bottom set
1 mid layer top: breathable Underwear
Lightweight Nylon Pants: 1 pair
Hooded Soft Shell jacket to be worn over other layers
Soft Shell Guide Pants: Gore Tex and breathable
Hooded Hard Shell: Gore Tex and breathable
Hard Shell Pants: Gore Tex and breathable, big enough to wear over your guide trousers
Insulated Down Jacket with hood: North Face Himalayan parka or equivalent
Insulated synthetic Pants: Worn primarily when climbing below Camp 2
Long jones equivalent to Rab’s Polartec or equivalent: 2 pairs

Headgear and Hand wear
Wool hat (ski hat)
Sunhat
Buff: To protect your neck / face from the sun
Glacier glasses: Full protection with side covers or wrap around
Ski goggles: To be worn on summit day in the event of high winds
Lightweight synthetic liner gloves: For wearing on a hot day; 2 pairs
Soft shell gloves: To wear for moderate cold / wind
Shell glove with insulated liner: To wear for severe cold / strong wind
Expedition Mitts for bad weather

Personal Gear:
Expedition Backpack: 65L pack should be large enough.
Trekking Backpack: To carry on the trek to base camp. Simple and light.
Sleeping Bag: Rated to at least -40°F. Goose down or synthetic
Compression stuff sacks: 3 large ones; for reducing volume of the sleeping bag, down parka, etc., in your pack.
High Quality sleeping pad (1 for base camp and 1 for high camps): Full length is preferred.
Closed cell foam pad: To be used in conjunction with the inflating pad for warmth and comfort when sleeping.
Trekking poles with snow baskets: Adjustable poles
Cup: Plastic insulated cup for drinking
Bowl: A plastic bowl for eating dinner or breakfast
Spoon: Plastic spoon
Head torch: 1 normal for base camp and 1 with remote battery systems for climbing at night. This will be used whilst climbing at night
Sunscreen: SPF 50 or above
Lip balm with sunblock
Water bottles: 2 wide mouth bottles with 1 litter capacity
Water bottle parkas (2): fully insulated with zip opening
Thermos: 1 litre (buy a good ones to keep your water warm for longer hours)
Pee bottle: 1 litre minimum bottle for convenience at night in the tent
Toiletry bag: Include toilet paper and hand sanitizer and small towel

Hand warmers and toe warmers
Pen Knife or multi tool (optional)
Camera: bring extra batteries and memory cards
Personal solar charging system (optional but recommended)

Travel Clothes
Duffel bags (2) with locks: To transport equipment
Base Camp extra Items: Kindle, I pad, smart phone, etc
Snack food: Please bring a few days of your favorite climbing snack food such as bars, gels, nuts, beef jerky, etc. A variety of salty and sweet is recommended to give you extra energy.
Small personal first aid kit: Include athletic tape, Band-Aid’s, Ibuprofen, blister care, personal medications, etc
Medications and Prescriptions: Bring antibiotics (Azithromycin, etc.), and altitude medicine such as Diamox and dexamethasone