Pokalde Peak Climb
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Pokalde Peak Climbing Summary
- Climb Duration: 12 Days
- Pokale Summit: 5,806 meters / 19,049 feet
- Walk Hour: 6 Hours daily
- Group-Size: 1 – 12 People
- Best Time: April, May, September, October, and November
- Trip Mode: Guest House + Tent camping
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Transport: Car/Plane/bus
Overview
Mount Pokalde Peak Climb is one of the easiest peak climbing located near the foothills of Mount Nuptse and Everest. Pokalde Peak is one of the shortest and easiest trekking peaks that stands next to Kongmatse peak in the Everest Region.
Mount Pokalde is a little peak at an altitude of 19,049 feet situated a little north of Kongma La viewpoint, above the Khumbu glacier, opposite Lobuche. Many tourists call this peak Dolma Ridge. Therefore, the summit offers an excellent mountain view including Makalu, Amadablam, Cho Oyu, Pumori, Nuptse, and more in rows. Furthermore, the trip itinerary covers perhaps the most emphasized highlights of the Khumbu high passes route to reach the Everest base camp.
Pokalde rises up along the South-West Ridge of Nuptse, between the Khumbu and Nuptse Glaciers. Pokalde summit looks magical that offers also an amazing Khumbu Glacier, Glacial lakes, and glacier moraine rocky trails. For the first time, the Pokalde peak successfully ascent on April 15, 1953. Although it is an easy climbing peak, there are very few climbers who attempt this summit every year because of less promotion.
In addition, a part of Pokalde climbing, you can see the tallest mountains, valleys, sherpa localities, gorgeous landscapes, and lush green forests. Tourists can reach a Pokalde basecamp journey either flying from Kathmandu to Lukla or from Ramechap to Lukla. Otherwise, you can drive from Kathmandu to Phaplu Bazaar and conduct your Pokalde hikes.
How much is the Pokalde peak Climb Package Cost/Price?
The cost of the Pokalde peak climbing package with a Gokyo Treks & Expedition Agency (local climbing operator agency in Nepal) ranges between US$ 1799 to US$ 2398. Of course, the Pokalde peak climbing cost varies according to the group size you are traveling with and the service you choose. However, the given package price includes transportation, a guide, porters, hotels and food accommodation and climb permits, facilities.
It’s a standard climbing package price for 12 days. If you are 2 climbers Pokalde peak climbing cost US$ 1990 for 12 days for summit climbing according to the given trekking plus climbing plan. We can modify the climbing itinerary and the prices according to your wish. Here is the price list for the Pokalde peak climb.
Price Per Person for 12 Days Pokalde peak climb package.
| Number of Tourist | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | US$ 2398 |
| 2 Person | US$ 1990 |
| 3 Person | US$ 1975 |
| 4 to 6 person | US$ 1925 |
| 7 to 9 Person | US$ 1850 |
| 10 and more than 10 Person | US$ 1799 |
If you’re wondering to know about what is included and what is excluded from this trip price, kindly check on the cost given on a tab button.
Itinerary
The Pokalde Peak Climb itinerary details
An interesting Pokalde Peak Climbing has 13 days itinerary compared to most walks in this region leading up to the Pokalde summit. The climbing peak route map is planned for a world explorer who wishes to hike to the high passes and climb an easy mountain en route. However, if this itinerary does not suit you then send us an inquiry for a custom-made itinerary.
01 DayArrival at Kathmandu valley. Visit the heritage site in Kathmandu valley, 4-5 hours.Upon arrival in Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport, we will receive you in a private car and drop you at your hotel in Thamel in Kathmandu. After lunch, we hike in Kathmandu city and travel to look at cultural heritage sites. Today, we visit Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and historical Basantapur Durbar Square, etc. Our representative will brief you on Pokalde Climbing information programs.
Take an early flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,840m/9,318 feet), seat at north side to get mountain view. Upon arrival at Lukla bazaar, meet the entire crew, have breakfast, and go. As you hike from Lukla to Phakding (2,610 m), the trail is one of the easiest parts as the landscapes go simply up in ascending order. The travel goes further with a gentle climb up and down to reach Bengkar.
The trail ascends through the Koshi riverbank into the mountainside to Monjo. We walk to the Sagarmatha National Park check the post office to pay for national park entrance fees and walk along the river to Hillary bridge. Crossing over the Hillary bridge, tourists can see the first finest view of Mount Everest (8,848m) and Lhotse (8,516m.). Namche Bazaar is a central hub for selling food and hiking gear.
We hike at Sengboche hilltop to get an excellent view of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawche, Kongde, and much other snow-capped mountains within 360 deg angle. During the afternoon time, you can visit the villages and Khumjung monastery to see the legendary yeti’s scalp.
The trail goes ahead leaving a steep cliff that drops down to the Dudh Kosi river. Get an amazing panorama such as Ama Dablam (6,812m), Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse (7855m), and Tawoche (6501m) on your hikes. We walk to Tengboche hill passing Trashinga, Phunki Tenga, and the colorful Rhododendrons forest. Tengboche hill pass (Om Mane Padme Hun) offers a good view of sunrise and sunset at Mount Everest and the Ama Dablam skyline.
We trek leaving Tengboche at the backdrop, we go down passing with rhododendron forest and enter Deboche village. Cross Imja river suspension bridge, head towards Minlinggo, and inter Imjatse Valley beneath the mighty peaks of Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and Lhotse.
Pokalde base camp offers the magical scenery of mount Pumori, Cholatse, Lobuche and Amadablam are simply prominent. Typically, Tourists can see Khumbu icefall, Pumori, Kalapatthar, and the epic Everest base camp trek route. Climbing preparation with Guide and stay overnight at tent camp.
Check your climbing gears and wake up very early for Pokalde peak climbing. The pokalde summit is great to watch Everest peak, Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Island peak, etc. Likewise, cross kong ma la pass (5,535m/17,445 feet) and descend to Dingboche village which is 14,469 feet.
We descend with stone-walled potato fields, down alpine pastures through the kharkas of Tsura, Orsho, and Shomare to the Pangboche. Pangboche village has the highest year-round settlement in the valley. The Pangboche Gompa (monastery) is the oldest in the Khumbu and once used to boast the skull and hand of a Yeti. 2 hours walk further, we reach Tengboche hill station to see Tengboche Monastery.
Finally, the trek descends from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar passing several villages. Sanasa and Lagusasa are the most famous ones. You will catch the way descends from Gokyo valley. We trek furthermore twenty minutes to find a lodge for lunch and a short pause. After Lunch at Sanasa, we hike up to Khumjung village where one can visit traditional villages landscapes. You might also visit Hillary Hospital located in Khunde. And in the meantime, we follow the Khumjung Monastery or get your guide to finding another path to reach Namche in the late afternoon.
We trek to Lukla with the same trail as we use on ascend. It is our final day’s hikes. Upon arrival in Lukla Bazaar, get refreshed and visit Lukla markets and take a rest.
We board our early flight from Lukla to Kathmandu airport. Upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan international airport, we arrange a return transfer back to your hotel. In the afternoon, go shopping or request us to discover Kathmandu as a guided trip at an additional cost. Otherwise, the trip ends. Wish you a wonderful journey.
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Cost
How much does Pokalde Peak Climb package Price?
It’s a 12 Days Pokalde Peak climb price start at US$ 1799 and might reach up to US$ 2398 per person on double occupancy basis. Gokyo Treks Nepal agency is aware of those issues and If a guest requests such service, we can arrange climbing permits, guide, food, and climbing gears to attempt the summit.
For the deluxe, comfortable, and luxury trekking tour plan, we add a 3-5 star category hotel deluxe air-conditioned room in Kathmandu with breakfast. Likewise, standard lodge accommodation with an attached bathroom while trekking in possible places. AND WE ARE OPEN TO CUSTOMIZING YOUR TOUR AND PACKAGES PRICE AS PER YOUR REQUIREMENTS.
Top Pokalde Peak Climb Package Price Includes:-
- Kathmandu international airport pick up on your arrival in Kathmandu airport with private car transfer.
- Single night double bedroom accommodation in Tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu.
- A highly experienced, helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable, English-speaking well trained, Government license holder climbing Sherpa Guide [salary, equipment bonus, Transport, and insurance.
- Domestic flight tickets Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu round trip with applicable airport taxes.
- 11 Breakfast, 10 Lunch, and 10 Dinner during the trekking and Pokalde climbing days.
- Guest House accommodation during the trekking and Tent accommodation with unlimited climbing foods while on peak climbing time
- Required number of porters during the trek (one porter = two guest basis) because our porter can carry maximum 24 kg of your bag pack.
- Pokalde Peak Climb permit fees, Sagarmatha National Park entrance permit fees, and Pasang Lamu Municipality entrance permit fees.
- Group climbing equipment including harness, ropes, ice screws..etc.
- Well-paid salary, food, accommodation, and insurance of Nepalese staff.
- Climbing Certificate of the successful ascend – keep as s souvenir.
- Agency’s duffel bag (50 liters capacity), and trek poles if Necessary – return after the trek.
- First aid medical kit including Oximeter to check your Oxygen level, Pulse rate to monitor every day to prepare for high altitude risk.
- In a worst case, help with all Helicopter Rescue and evacuation arrangements (but not the rescue bills).
- Nepal Government Tax, VAT, and as well as Company service charge.
Pokalde Peak Climb Package Price Excludes:-
- Nepal entry visa fee US$ 40.
- Lunch and Dinner during the staying in Kathmandu city.
- Any kinds of battery charges, laundry service, phone calls, and hot showers during the trekking.
- -10 comfort fresh Sleeping bag rental cost per piece US$ 3 per day.
- Trekking and climbing gears for each foreigner (personal) and clothing.
- Personal nature expenses, all types of drinks on trekking (except climbing days), and bar bills.
- Travel Insurance which covers emergency rescue, evacuation, personal loss, or damage.
- Any donation and monument entrance fees.
- Gratuities for climbing crew [Tip is a culture, so they expect highly].
Group join
As checking Pokalde peak facts, the climbing tour is possible to complete within 14 days, if you wish to go express to pokalde peak and descend to Lukla. However, we can organize a private Pokalde Peak Climb combined with the foothill of mount Everest trek starting on any date that works for you. Please contact us for more information.
FAQ
Question: Do I need experience for Pokalde Peak Climb?.
Answer: If you have some climbing experience is better for successful completion otherwise, it would be difficult.
Question: Is pick up service available if my arrival day in Kathmandu?
Answer: Yes sure. Provide us with your flight details. Our representative will come to pick up you at Kathmandu international airport.
Question: Can I store my suitcase in Kathmandu?
Answer: Yes, you can leave your luggage at your hotel or at our office. Store your stuff in the Gokyo Treks agency office for free.
Question: Is this climbing Safe for Solo Female climbers?
Answer: Absolutely. Nepal is a safe country to travel to for solo travelers; this climbing is perfectly safe for solo women climbers. We have been organizing the climbing and trekking even for solo women travelers since its establishment.
Question: What kind of accommodation can I expect for climbing?.
Answer: We provide you with tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu. Likewise, a clean double bedroom without an attached toilet en route. The rooms are clean comfortable beds with a nice mattress and a blanket. We do supply tent accommodation for a night in Pokalde base camp trekking and climbing days. Nevertheless, we suggest you take your own sleeping bags if you have one with you otherwise, you may rent them while you are in Kathmandu.
Question: What kind of food can I expect in Pokalde Peak Climb?.
Answer: The guest houses have their restaurant and they cook a delicious range of mostly vegetarian such as Pasta, tuna bakes, noodles, potatoes, eggs, curry rice, bread, soups, and fresh vegetables (variety depends on the season)
dinner and breakfast are provided in the same lodge you spend the night every day and Lunch will be provided on the way to the next place where you are going. However, on climbing days you will have climbing food and hot drinks. For your 1 night stay in Pokalde base camp, we serve you climbing food and hot drinks such as tea/coffee.
Question: What opportunities will I have for a shower along with Pokalde climbing and trekking?.
Answer: All the guest houses, have a shower which you can get on pay.
Question: How do I get drinking water on Pokalde Peak Climb?.
Answer: During the trekking route there are all places hotels and shops where you can able to buy mineral water and you can buy it for drinking but however we advise against buying mineral water in plastic bottles, as currently there are no provisions for disposing of these. We recommend you bring chlorine tablets to purify the normal water as the normal water is available at the campsite along the way.
Question: Can I charge my digital camera or other batteries on my trip?
Answer: During the Lodge trek there will be chances to charge the battery on pay. We recommend you bring an extra pair in case. Remember to bring your adapters! And we recommend you take extra batteries along with you.
Question: Are there any communication facilities on Pokalde Peak Climbing?
Answer: Everest Link is an internet service provider founded in 2014 that provides high-speed internet and Wi-Fi in the Everest Region. It is the only internet provider on the Pokalde trail, making it the world’s tallest internet service.
If you wish to stay connected with better WIFI to your family, friends, or business, we suggest you buy Everest Link internet. It’s better than other NETWORK connections and you can buy an Everest link card easily in the shops, hotels, or any small lodges in the Everest zone.
Question: Can I use credit cards in Trekking?.
Answer: No. You need to have cash Nepali rupees because credit cards work only in bigger cities or in luxury hotels.
Question: When should I book my trip and what are the payments terms?.
Answer: Because our trips book up months in advance, we recommend booking early to avoid any kind of misunderstanding. We will, of course, make every effort to accommodate last-minute bookings.
And regarding the deposit, we prefer a non-refundable 20% advance deposit of the trip price in order to verify your reservation before you arrive in Kathmandu Nepal. The remaining part of the payment has to be clear on your arrival in Kathmandu.
Question: Who will carry my luggage on the express Pokalde Peak Climb?.
Answer: We provide porters to transfer your luggage. As we are a responsible trekking tour operator agency, every porter carries a maximum of 24 kilos of your backpack which means 2 guests (12 kg luggage of each guest): 1 porter basis.
Question: How much distance do I walk each day?
Answer: When walking/trekking in the mountains, the distance you cover each day can vary greatly due to gradient, terrain, and altitude. As such it is very hard to give specific distances on each day, however, you have to be prepared to walk roughly about 5 hours each day.
Question: Where can I organize my personal climbing gear?
Answer: If you have those climbing gear at your home bring them along with you. If you don’t have them, you can rent climbing gear in Chukhung village. At Chuhkung guest house, you can get all those gear on rent.
Question: How much additional money do I need daily?.
Answer: You can allocate US$ 08 – 10 for a lunch/dinner in Kathmandu and it depends on your spending habits. US$ 7 to 10 US$ each day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, tea coffee, and some drinks while you are on your trek.
Pokalde Peak Climb highlights
- The best Himalayan view in 360 deg angles from Renjo la, Klapatthar & Kongma la pass.
- Best view of Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Cholatse, Cho Oyu, Thamserku ..etc
- Pokalde summit offers the best scenery of all Khumbu Himalayas.
- Sherpa Buddhism, an ancient monastery, Local sherpa, and their lifestyles.
Notes for Pokalde Peak Climbers!
The climbing Pokalde information stated above is just a standard template guideline that we provide. However, the climbing journey plan is possible to modify at your request to accommodate your specific conditions. Local politics, landslides, cancellation of local flights, weather, transport, or a multitude of other factors that are beyond our control can result in a change of route during on trip.
It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered. If alterations are necessary the leader will decide the best alternative option, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. When a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.
What makes Pokalde Peak Climb special?
Opportunities for adventure peak climbing are scattered all over this planet. You need to know where to find them. We at Gokyo Treks and Expedition believe in quality services. Your safety and satisfaction is our concern. We are a team of professional, experienced, and licensed local guides who know the destination much better than others. Not only this but also we give benefits to the local communities and help to conserve natural resources which reduced costs and consumption.
From US$ 2095
5% Off US$ 1990| No. of people | Price Per Person |
| 1 | USD 2398 |
| 2 | USD 1990 |
| 3 | USD 1975 |
| 4 - 6 | USD 1925 |
| 7 - 9 | USD 1850 |
| 10 + | USD 1799 |
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