Khumbu, Nepal / Peak climbing

Khongma Tse and Pokalde

Link Pokalde and Khongma Tse climbing objectives above the upper Khumbu, with a return through Chhukung.

Gorak Shep and the Khumbu Glacier below the Kongma Tse and Pokhalde mountain chain
Gorak Shep and the Khumbu Glacier below the Kongma Tse and Pokhalde mountain chain.
Duration
21 daysOutline programme
Summit objective
5,849 mRoute objective
Season
Spring / AutumnAsk for current dates
Experience
Technical peak climbingPeak climbing

A closer look at the journey.

Khongma Tse, also called Mehra Peak, stands in the high country above the Khumbu Glacier. This programme first approaches and attempts Pokalde before moving to a separate camp for Khongma Tse. The two objectives share a Khumbu trek but involve different mountain terrain, making careful route assessment and an agreed climbing plan important.

The programme combines an approach trek with time for climbing preparation and a summit attempt. Snow, glacier conditions and weather can change the route and daily plan. Tell us about your mountain experience before booking so that we can agree the equipment, guiding and preparation needed for this particular climb.

  • Two Khumbu summit objectives
  • Dedicated Pokalde and Khongma Tse camps
  • Imja valley return through Chhukung

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1-2Kathmandu preparation

Arrive, meet the team and check equipment.

Day 3Lukla to Phakding

Fly to Lukla and begin the trek.

Day 4-5Namche acclimatization

Reach Namche and include an acclimatization day.

Day 6-8Tengboche and Pheriche

Continue through Tengboche to Pheriche, with a further acclimatization day.

Day 9-11Pokalde programme

Trek via Lobuche to the climbing base and attempt Pokalde in suitable conditions.

Day 12-14Khongma Tse programme

Move to the second climbing base, assess the summit route and return towards Pokalde camp.

Day 15-16Lobuche and Chhukung

Rejoin the upper valley trails and continue into the Imja valley.

Day 17-19Return to Lukla

Descend through Tengboche and Namche to Lukla.

Day 20Fly to Kathmandu

Return by air when weather permits.

Day 21Departure

Transfer for your onward flight.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Agree the permit arrangements and in-country transport in your quotation.
  • Agree the guiding, porter support and responsibilities on the mountain.
  • Agree accommodation, camp facilities and the meals provided at each stage.
  • Agree shared climbing equipment, communications and emergency arrangements.

Budget separately

  • International travel, entry documents and costs outside the agreed programme.
  • Personal climbing equipment and insurance appropriate to the itinerary.
  • Personal spending, tips and any separately agreed climbing staff bonuses.
  • Additional accommodation, transport or evacuation costs if plans change.

Before you set out.

Strong high-altitude fitness, competent crampon and rope skills, and confidence on exposed rock and snow are required.

Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, trekking lodges or approach camps, and tented climbing camps.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Is the summit attempt on a fixed day?

The itinerary gives a climbing window. Your guide will adjust the attempt, rest days and descent to the conditions and the team. Reaching the summit cannot be guaranteed.

What experience should I discuss before booking?

Strong high-altitude fitness, competent crampon and rope skills, and confidence on exposed rock and snow are required. Share details of your recent climbs, altitude experience and rope skills so that we can assess the preparation and support required.

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