Peak Climbing
Pokhalde Peak
Peak Climbing, Nepal
19 Days
07th Jun
-
06th Jun
$900 / Person
Trip Facts
Duration
17 Days
Peak Type
Technical
Starts In
Kathmandu (1337m)
Ends In
Kathmandu (1337m)
Maximum Altitude
5,806 m
Grade
D
Trek Type
Teahouse/Camping
Best Season
March to May, September to November
Attractions
Sightseeing and trekking/climbing
Group Size
12 pax Maximum
Transportation
Flights, private car or tourist bus
Accommodation:
Hotel, Camping
Pokhalde Peak
Pokhalde Peak, also known as Dolma Ri, lies 12kms southwest of Everest, rising to the north of the Kongma La, above the Khumbu glacier, near Lobuche. Standing at a height of 5,806m, the relatively low altitude of Pokhalde, together with its untechnical nature, make it one of the shortest and easiest trekking peaks in the Himalaya. From the summit, there are superb panoramic views in every direction, particularly of Ama Dablam and Pumori, making an ascent of the peak a worthwhile venture.
As no technical skills are required to reach the summit, this expedition would make an interesting and adventurous trekking experience for alpinists as well as fit, well-acclimatized trekkers wishing to climb a Himalayan peak without the use of normal expedition equipment.
Resembling a crenulated rocky ridge dominated by the vast bulk of Nuptse, the peak has scarcely any snow-covering in the trekking season. Its northern side has a small hanging glacier that is best reached along the ridge rising from the Kongma La. For the most part, the rock on the peak is poor, although it does offer some interesting scrambling on the well-defined ridges.
Pokhalde was first climbed in 1953 by the British Everest Expedition team led by John Hunt who ascended the peak along its north ridge via the Kongma La.
Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02 Rest/preparation
Day 03 Drive Syabrubesi (1470m)
Day 04 Trek Gatlang (2238m)
Day 05 Trek Yuri Kharka (3280m)
Day 06 Trek Somdang (3260m)
Day 07 Trek Jasta Khani (3700m)
Day 08 Trek Paldor Base Camp (4280m)
Day 09 Rest/preparation
Day 10 Trek High Camp (5300m)
Day 11 Summit Paldor Peak (5896m); descend Base Camp
Day 12 Trek Somdang
Day 13 Trek Narchet Kharka (3800m)
Day 14 Trek Sertung (3270m)
Day 15 Trek Jharlang (1600m)
Day 16 Trek Darkha
Day 17 Trek Khahare Bazaar (720m)
Day 18 Drive Kathmandu
Day 19 Depart Kathmandu
Included
- Arrival & departure transfer from and to the airport & hotels
- 3 nights bed & breakfast accommodation in a 3* hotel in Kathmandu (twin share)
- Mostly camping accommodation, where teahouses are not available, on full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) during the trek
- Teahouse accommodation, wherever available, on full board during the trek
- Surface transportation as per the itinerary in a private vehicle
- Permits & other local taxes
- Experienced English speaking guide
- Required number of porter/s
- Transportation, accommodation, food, salary and insurance for guide and other local staffs
- Farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu
Excluded
- Travel & medical insurance including insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu & Nepal visa fee
- Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu
- Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, bottled water, bar bills, etc.
- Trekking gear (also available on hire)
- Tips for guide & local staffs
- Any extra cost arising out of natural calamities or cancellation of the program
- Any extra services or products or offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary
- All other items not mentioned in the list of ‘Included’