1. Guide and Expedition Team

From your arrival in Kathmandu until your departure, the Alpinist Club team coordinates your trip and provides guidance throughout the journey. Your trekking guide leads the group, manages daily arrangements, and helps ensure that the itinerary runs smoothly.

In the mountains, particularly at high altitude, the guide’s instructions must be followed carefully. The guide may adjust the itinerary, delay the ascent, or recommend descent when weather, route conditions, or a participant’s health make it necessary.

Your expedition team may include the following staff members:

• Trekking Guide: Leads the trekking group, manages daily activities, and provides information about local culture, traditions, and the route.
• Climbing Sherpa: Assists with technical climbing, fixed ropes, equipment, and the summit attempt.
• Assistant Guide: Supports the lead guide, assists participants, and helps coordinate daily arrangements.
• Cook: Prepares meals during camping sections of the expedition.
• Kitchen Assistant: Helps the cook with food preparation and kitchen operations during camping sections.
• Porters: Carry personal baggage and group supplies along the trekking route.

Alpinist Club arranges appropriate insurance and equipment for its Nepalese staff according to their duties and applicable requirements.

Porter Baggage Allowance

Typical porter load arrangements are as follows, subject to the route, staffing, and applicable regulations:

• Teahouse trekking: 20 kg per trekker.
• Camping treks:  25 kg per trekker.
• Expedition and climbing sections:  30 kg per trekker, depending on the logistics.

Heavy loads may require additional porter support and charges. We prioritize fair working conditions, suitable equipment, and safe load limits for our trekking staff.

2. Accommodation in Kathmandu

Accommodation in Kathmandu is provided in a comfortable hotel, depending on availability and your confirmed package.

Hotel Himalayan Suite

Located in Thamel, Hotel Himalayan Suite offers convenient access to restaurants, shops, and the city’s main tourist area. Facilities include private bathrooms, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, breakfast, and services such as laundry and luggage storage, subject to hotel availability.

Sampada Garden

Sampada Garden provides a comfortable stay within walking distance of central Kathmandu. Rooms generally include private bathrooms, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Breakfast and services such as laundry and luggage storage are available according to the hotel’s arrangements.

Your final hotel will be confirmed before arrival. The hotel category and room arrangements will follow your booking confirmation.

3. Accommodation During the Trek and Climb

Teahouses and Lodges

During the trek from Lukla toward Lobuche, accommodation is generally provided in local teahouses or mountain lodges. These are usually family-run establishments with simple rooms, commonly arranged for two people, although triple rooms may sometimes be available.

Bathrooms and showers are often shared. Private rooms with attached bathrooms may be available in Lukla, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, and Dingboche, but cannot be guaranteed.

Facilities become more basic as you travel higher into the mountains.

Lobuche East High Camp

During the climbing section, accommodation is provided in expedition tents at high camp. Tent arrangements depend on the group size, weather, and operational conditions.

Mattresses and shared camp facilities are arranged according to the confirmed package. High-altitude camps are cold and exposed, with limited space and basic facilities, so participants should be prepared for simple living conditions.

4. Meals During the Expedition

Meals in Kathmandu

A welcome dinner is provided on the first evening, and a farewell meal is arranged after the expedition when included in your package. Kathmandu offers a wide variety of Nepali, Tibetan, Asian, and international restaurants. Meals outside the package inclusions are at your own expense.

Meals During the Trek

Breakfast and dinner are generally served at the lodge where you stay. Lunch is taken at a suitable teahouse or lodge along the trail.

Typical meals include rice, noodles, pasta, potatoes, vegetables, eggs, soups, bread, and local dishes. Tea or coffee is served with included meals according to the package arrangements.

Meals at Lobuche High Camp

During the climbing section, the expedition kitchen team prepares meals using available supplies suitable for high-altitude conditions. The menu may include rice, pasta, lentils, potatoes, vegetables, eggs, soups, and lightweight expedition foods.

Hot drinks such as tea and coffee are provided according to the camp arrangements. Maintaining adequate hydration and nutrition is important throughout the climb.

Example Daily Menu

Meal	Typical Options
Breakfast	Eggs, toast, chapati, Tibetan bread, pancakes, butter, jam, tea, or coffee
Lunch	Rice, noodles, pasta, potatoes, vegetables, or another available main dish
Dinner	Soup, a main course, seasonal or preserved fruit, tea, or coffee

Menus depend on availability and altitude. Please inform us about dietary requirements before departure. Additional snacks, beverages, and food outside the included package may incur extra costs.

Drinking Water and Hydration

• Staying hydrated is essential during high-altitude trekking and climbing.
• Carry reusable water bottles or an insulated flask.
• Use water purification tablets or an approved filtration method when required.
• Follow your guide’s advice about safe water sources.
• Consider suitable electrolyte supplements, particularly during strenuous activity.
• Avoid drinking untreated stream or glacier water.

Alpinist Club encourages reusable bottles and treated refill water to reduce plastic waste in the mountains.

5. Lobuche East Peak Climbing Difficulty

Lobuche East Peak (6,119 m) is a challenging trekking peak that requires good physical fitness, proper acclimatization, and basic mountaineering skills.

The climbing route may include steep snow and ice slopes, glacier travel, exposed sections, and fixed-rope climbing. Participants must be comfortable using technical equipment, including crampons, an ice axe, a harness, a helmet, and carabiners.

Lobuche East is sometimes chosen as a first Himalayan summit, but it should not be considered an easy climb. Previous high-altitude trekking experience and practical training with mountaineering equipment are strongly recommended.

Altitude, cold, wind, fatigue, and changing weather can increase the difficulty of the ascent. Summit success is never guaranteed, and safety takes priority over reaching the top.

6. Physical Preparation and Training

We recommend beginning physical preparation several months before departure. Your training should build endurance, strength, balance, and confidence on steep terrain.

Preparation should include:

• Regular cardiovascular exercise, such as running, cycling, or stair climbing.
• Weekend hikes of approximately 4–6 hours, gradually increasing distance and elevation gain.
• Strength training for the legs, core, back, and shoulders.
• Hiking with a loaded backpack to prepare for long days on the trail.
• Technical practice using crampons, ice axes, harnesses, and ropes under qualified supervision.
• Adequate rest, nutrition, and recovery.

A structured training plan suited to your current fitness and previous mountaineering experience will help you prepare for the demands of the expedition.

7. Medical Check-Up Before Climbing

Good health is essential for a high-altitude expedition. Before departure, arrange a medical assessment and explain the nature of your trip, including the altitude, physical demands, cold conditions, and technical climbing.

We recommend:

• A general medical examination.
• A dental check-up before travelling to remote mountain areas.
• Consultation with a doctor experienced in high-altitude or mountain medicine.
• Reviewing existing medications, allergies, and health conditions that could affect climbing.
• Obtaining appropriate travel-health advice before departure.
• Discuss any altitude-related medication with your doctor before the expedition.

8. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)

The trek and climb reach elevations where altitude-related illness can occur. Symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) may include headache, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, loss of appetite, and disturbed sleep.

More serious conditions, including high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and high-altitude cerebral edema (HACE), can be life-threatening.

To reduce the risk:

• Follow the planned acclimatization schedule.
• Ascend gradually and communicate symptoms promptly.
• Maintain adequate hydration and nutrition.
• Never hide symptoms to continue toward the summit.
• Follow your guide’s instructions if rest, descent, or medical assessment is required.

Medication such as acetazolamide (Diamox) may be appropriate for some people, but it should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional. Medication does not replace gradual acclimatization.

Safety comes first: Your guide may recommend stopping the ascent or descending if your health, weather, or route conditions make continuing unsafe.

9. Transportation and Transfers

Airport transfers and scheduled ground transportation in Kathmandu are arranged by private vehicle according to your itinerary.

Domestic flights between Kathmandu and Lukla are included only when specified in your confirmed package. Flight schedules may change because of weather, operational restrictions, or other mountain conditions.

Please allow flexibility in your travel plans, particularly around your return flight from Lukla.

10. Group Size

Alpinist Club generally organizes groups of 1–10 participants for this expedition, depending on the departure and support arrangements.

Smaller groups allow greater flexibility, more personalized guidance, and better coordination during trekking and climbing. Private departures can also be arranged for individuals, families, or friends travelling together.

For larger groups, additional guides or assistants may be arranged according to group size, safety requirements, and the agreed itinerary.

11. Camping and Climbing Equipment

Alpinist Club arranges the agreed group and logistical equipment needed for the climbing section.

Equipment may include:

• High-altitude tents.
• Mattresses and basic sleeping arrangements as specified.
• Group cooking equipment.
• Cooking stoves and fuel.
• Fixed ropes and anchors required for the climbing route.
• Group equipment for high-altitude camp operations.
• Essential communication and safety equipment according to the expedition plan.

The exact equipment allocation depends on the confirmed package and current route conditions.

12. Personal Climbing Equipment

Participants are responsible for their personal clothing and technical equipment unless an item is specifically listed as included or available for rent.

A detailed equipment checklist will be provided before departure. Personal equipment typically includes:

• Mountaineering boots suitable for snow and ice.
• Crampons and an ice axe.
• Climbing harness, helmet, and suitable carabiners.
• Warm base layers, insulating layers, and waterproof outerwear.
• A suitable down jacket or high-altitude suit.
• Warm gloves, mittens, and headwear.
• A sleeping bag suitable for high-altitude temperatures.
• Headlamp, sunglasses, goggles, and sunscreen.
• Personal medication and toiletries.
• Reusable water bottles and a personal backpack.

Your final equipment list will be reviewed during the preparation period to ensure that your gear is suitable for the route and conditions.

Equipment Rental

Selected items, such as sleeping bags, down suits, and down jackets, may be available for rent, subject to availability. Rental items must be returned clean and in good condition. A refundable deposit may be required according to the rental terms.

Please confirm your rental requirements in advance.

13. Safety and Communication

Safety and communication are essential throughout the expedition.

The expedition team may use satellite communication equipment, including an Iridium satellite phone, for emergency coordination and logistical updates. Radio communication is used between designated team members and camps where available.

Emergency medical equipment and supplies are arranged according to the confirmed expedition plan. The availability of specific equipment at high camps should be confirmed before departure.

Communication equipment supports emergency response but does not eliminate the risks of high-altitude climbing. Rescue options may be limited by weather, location, and available transport.

Participants must report health concerns immediately and follow the guide’s safety instructions throughout the trip.

14. Booking with Alpinist Club

Alpinist Club is a Nepal-based trekking and mountaineering company providing guided Himalayan adventures with experienced local guides and climbing Sherpas.

How to Book

To confirm your booking, an advance payment of 15% is required by bank transfer, according to the booking terms.

Within one week of booking, please provide:

• A copy of your passport.
• A recent photograph.
• Valid travel and mountaineering insurance details.
• Your international flight details.

The remaining balance can be paid upon arrival in Nepal using the available payment methods confirmed by our team, which may include cash, bank transfer, Wise, Western Union, or credit card.

Last-Minute Bookings

Last-minute bookings may be possible, subject to permit availability, accommodation, flights, and expedition logistics. Full payment is required at least 24 hours before departure for approved last-minute bookings.

Please note that last-minute trips may be affected by weather delays and limited accommodation availability.

Flexible Departure Dates

We offer scheduled departures and private trips. If the published dates do not suit your plans, contact us with your preferred travel dates and we will discuss a suitable itinerary.

Permits and Documentation

Alpinist Club assists with the required permits for Lobuche East Peak Climbing and the Everest region, including the applicable climbing permit, Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit.

Permit requirements and fees are confirmed according to the current regulations and your itinerary.

15. Meet the Alpinist Club Team

Our trekking guides and climbing Sherpas have experience in the Himalayas and training in relevant mountaineering, rock climbing, mountain rescue, and wilderness first aid skills.

We value the wellbeing of our team and aim to provide fair wages, insurance, appropriate equipment, meals, and accommodation according to their duties.

Our goal is to offer a well-organized expedition while respecting the people and communities who make Himalayan travel possible.

16. Responsible Trekking and Mountaineering

Alpinist Club encourages responsible travel to protect Nepal’s mountain environment and support local communities.

We ask all participants to:

• Carry reusable water bottles and reduce single-use plastic.
• Respect local customs, monasteries, and cultural traditions.
• Support local lodges and businesses where possible.
• Follow national park regulations and waste-management procedures.
• Avoid leaving rubbish on trails, at camps, or on the mountain.
• Treat guides, porters, and fellow trekkers with respect.

Our commitment is simple: enjoy the Himalayas responsibly and help preserve them for future generations.

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