Are you searching for a peak climbing package that doesn’t need crampons and Himalayan axes? If yes, then Pokalde Peak Climbing is an ideal peak climbing package. Moreover, the climbing adventure offers unique chance to reach the base camp of Mt. Everest and cross high altitude pass of Kong Ma La (5535 m). The Kong Ma La Pass is the first pass that trekkers cross during the Everest Three High Passes Trek. The Everest Trekking Routes Pvt. Ltd. has knitted the best trekking peak climbing itinerary to those who wish to experience mountaineering feelings in an easy way similar to trekking.
Pokalde Peak
This is the most beautiful trekking peak of the Everest region of Nepal. If you think about the most beautiful mountain peak of the world then it is Mt. Amadablam. In case of trekking peaks listed by Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) then Pokalde Peak (5806 m) is the one. The first ascent of Pokalde Peak was done in 1953 from ridge line joining Pokalde Peak with the famous Kong Ma La Pass (5535 m). Moreover, the mountain is just 12 south west of Mt. Everest (8848.86 m). The scenery from the top of the mountain is majestic. Climbers can get magnificent scenery of mountains like Makalu, Pumori, and Amadablam.
Base Camp of Pokalde Peak
The Pokalde Peak Base Camp is situated at the raised amphitheatre in the large circular lake just below the famous Kong Ma La Pass. It is so scenic that most of the trekkers doing the Everest Three High Passes Trek too spends brief amount of time in this base camp before heading towards Lobuche. While doing the Pokalde Peak Climbing, climbers must do more than walking in the first 650 m from base camp to high camp. The terrain is rocky and has many boulders. However, during the trekking season, the trail is usually covered by snow. Therefore, you must walk carefully under the instruction of your climbing guide.
Itinerary of Pokalde Peak Climbing
Almost every peak climbing package inside the Everest region follows the itinerary of the Everest Base Camp Trek. In case of Pokalde Peak Climbing also, climbers follow the similar pattern like during the Island Peak Climbing and Lobuche Peak Climbing. You must note that what kind of trekking pattern you would like to emulate on this journey. Our itinerary is prepared by Sherpa guides and Everest Summiteers. Therefore, following our way of doing the Pokalde Peak Climbing is budget friendly and safe.
After landing in Lukla airport, climbers follow the trail up to Everest Base Camp via Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Phortse Village, Dingboche Village, Lobuche, and Gorakshep. During this process climbers will do two acclimatization breaks! The first acclimatization is at Namche Bazaar and second acclimatization is at Dingboche.
Why you must buy climbing insurance and why you must do acclimatization activity in Everest region?
Travel insurance and climbing insurance are mandatory for all climbers wishing to do peak climbing in Nepal. Moreover, these kinds of insurance help climbers to get rid of any hassles due to accidents, delays, and mishaps. Make sure that your insurance plan includes provision of helicopter rescue in case of emergencies.
Acclimatization is necessary for any kinds of high altitude activities. If you are heading to high altitude places then there is a high risk of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). The first acclimatization done in Namche Bazaar helps climbers to adjust them comfortably to the places higher than 3000 m altitude and below 4000 m. The second acclimatization helps climbers to adjust themselves in the places above 4000 m altitude. Namche Bazaar to Everest View Hotel and back to Namche Bazaar is the first acclimatization activity. Hiking of Nagarshan Hill (5100 m) prepares climbers to adjust in the places above 4400 m. The idea of acclimatization is that you move to high altitude places but return back to low altitude place for overnight sleep.
Trek to Everest Base Camp
Before heading to Pokalde Base Camp, climbers trek to Everest Base Camp. After second acclimatization in Dingboche village, climbers continue their trekking journey to Everest Base Camp via Lobuche and Gorakshep. It takes about 2 hours of hike from Gorakshep to reach Everest Base Camp. Relish the chance to be at the base camp of the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest. Kalapathar Hiking is done the following morning to witness gorgeous sun rising from the casement of Himalayas. To reach Pokalde Base Camp from Everest Base Camp, climbers trek to Lobuche and spend overnight. From Lobuche it takes about 4 to 5 hours to reach the Pokalde Base Camp.
You don’t need Himalayan axes and crampons to climb Pokalde Peak
Yes, Pokalde Peak Climbing is possible without use of Himalayan axes and crampons. However, our team of Sherpa guides and mountaineering crew members always carry crampons and axes as a contingency plan. Himalayan region of Nepal is different. The unpredictable nature of climate, terrain, and topographical circumstances may bring lots of different hurdles. We are well prepared for any kinds of situations. This is probably the easiest trekking peak to climb in Nepal.
During climbing season of spring and autumn the trail is usually covered by snow. If you have very good physical fitness level and if you are led by an experienced climbing guide then you can easily reach the top of the Pokalde Peak in half a day.
Spot Snow Leopard in Everest region of Nepal
Do you know that Pokalde Peak area is where people said that they had spotted rare species of Snow Leopard? Yes, lots of our Sherpa Guides have approved this fact that if you are lucky you can spot snow leopard during the Pokalde Peak Climbing adventure!
In the Everest region of Nepal, if you are searching for mountaineering adventure which feels like trekking then books the Pokalde Peak Climbing. Don’t get mistaken about the name of this mountain. Locals and some foreigners name this mountain as Dolma Ri (5800 m). However, Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) has named this mountain as the Pokalde Peak (5806 m) in its list of trekking peaks of Nepal.
Trip Itinerary
Outline Itinerary
- DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU
- DAY 02: FLY TO LUKLA, TREK TO PHAKDING (2,651M/8,700FT) 3 – 4 HOURS
- DAY 03: PHAKDING TO NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,438M/11,280 FT) 5 – 6 HOURS
- DAY 04: ACCLIMATIZATION DAY – NAMCHE BAZAAR: (3,440M/11,284FT)
- DAY 05: NAMCHE BAZAAR TO PHORTSE (3,870M/12,694FT) 5- 6 HOURS
- DAY 06: PHORTSE TO DINGBOCHE (4,360 M/14,300 FT) 5 – 6 HOURS
- DAY 07: DINGBOCHE ACCLIMATIZATION DAY
- DAY 08: DINGBOCHE TO LOBUCHE (4910 M) 5/6 HOURS
- DAY 09: LOBUCHE TO GORAK SHEP (5170 M/16,961FT),
- DAY 10: GORAK SHEP TO KALA PATTHAR (5,545M/18,192FT) TO LOBUCHE (4,900M): 16KM, 7-8 HOURS
- DAY 11: TREK FROM LOBUCHE TO POKALDE BASE CAMP 4400M/7HRS VIA KHONGMA-LA PASS 5535M, STAY OVERNIGHT AT TENTED CAMP.
- DAY 12: TREK FROM POKALDE BASE CAMP TO HIGH CAMP 5000M/5HRS, STAY OVERNIGHT AT TENTED CAMP.
- DAY 13: SUMMIT TO POKALDE PEAK 5806M AND BACK TO CHHUKHUNG 4730M/8HRS, STAY OVERNIGHT AT LODGE.
- DAY 14: CHHUKUNG TO PANGBOCHE (3,985M/13,074FT) 5-6 HOURS
- DAY 15: PANGBOCHE TO NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440M/11,286FT): 4-5 HOURS
- DAY 16: NAMCHE BAZAAR TO LUKLA (2,800M/9,186FT): 19KM, 6 – 7 HOURS
- DAY 17: FLY TO KATHMANDU
- DAY 18: FINAL INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE
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Cost Details
Cost Includes
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up and Drop by private car/van/bus.
- 2* Category Hotel In Kathmandu: 2 Nights standard accommodation in Katmandu BB Plan
- Both Way Domestic Air Ticket Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
- You’re Meal in During the Trekking as Your standard meals (3 times a day Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with a cup of tea or Coffee).
- $ 300 Climbing Sherpa Per Person his climbing fee, insurance, equipment, food, accommodation, etc.
- Climbing Gear such as Harness, figure Eight, Rope, Snow bar
- 2-night full board Campsite at Base Camp
- Accommodation in Trekking: All accommodations in lodge/tea houses during the treks.
- Trekking Guide: License Holder Trekk Guide An experienced, helpful, friendly, and English-speaking. His well-paid salary, meals, accommodation insurance, etc.
- Trekking Porter: porters (1 porter for 2 people). Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation.
- Sleeping bag and Duffle bag (After trip return to Company)
- After the Success Trip, Everest Trekking Routes will Provide Adventure Certificate.
- The arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service will be paid for by your Travel insurance company.
- All government taxes.
- Service charge.
Cost Excludes
- Meals and Extra Accommodation in Kathmandu
- Climbing Sherpa $ 350
- Personal Climbing Equipment
- personal expenses (bar bills, beer, coke, a bottle of water, hot water, phone call, laundry service, Helicopter rescue, Electronic device recharge such as Mobile, Camera, etc.)
- Tips for guide, porters, and driver.
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