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Khumbu, Nepal / Peak climbing

Pokalde Peak

A Khumbu journey with acclimatization in Namche and Pheriche before a summit attempt on Pokalde.

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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
17 daysOutline programme
Summit objective
5,806 mRoute objective
Season
Spring / AutumnAsk for current dates
Experience
Technical peak climbingPeak climbing

A closer look at the journey.

Pokalde sits above the upper Khumbu, near the high country between Lobuche and the Imja valley. The approach follows the main Everest trail through Namche and Tengboche, with time at Pheriche before climbing. Although lower than several neighbouring objectives, its exposed ground, altitude and changing snow conditions still require a properly prepared mountain team.

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.

  • Khumbu approach through Namche and Pheriche
  • Pokalde summit objective
  • Return through Chhukung and the Imja valley

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 and complete the equipment checks and briefing.

Day 3Lukla to Phakding

Fly to Lukla and begin the trek.

Day 4-5Namche acclimatization

Reach Namche and include a further day before continuing higher.

Day 6-8Tengboche and Pheriche

Continue to Pheriche and spend an acclimatization day there.

Day 9Lobuche approach

Trek towards the upper valley and prepare for the climbing objective.

Day 10-11Pokalde climbing window

Attempt Pokalde when conditions allow and return towards the Lobuche area.

Day 12Chhukung

Continue into the Imja valley on the return route.

Day 13-15Return to Lukla

Descend through Tengboche and Namche to Lukla.

Day 16Fly to Kathmandu

Return by air, subject to weather.

Day 17Departure

Transfer for your onward journey.

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 mountain trekking fitness and confidence on exposed scrambling terrain are needed, with snow and rope skills appropriate to current conditions.

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 mountain trekking fitness and confidence on exposed scrambling terrain are needed, with snow and rope skills appropriate to current conditions. 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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