Pokalde Peak (or Dolma Ri) is a
mountain peak of Nepal situated 12 km southwest of Mount
Everest. Pokalde Peak is one of the shortest and easiest
trekking peaks in the Everest Region. The majority of
the 650m climb from base camp requires little more than
walking with short sections of scrambling up rock.
The first ascent of Pokalde Peak was made in April 1953
via the ridge adjoining the Pokalde summit with the
Kongma La high pass (5535m). This ridge continues from
Kongma La to the slightly higer Mehra Peak (Kongma Tse)
at 5820m and beyond. Hence the prominence of Pokalde
Peak is modest at 271m (889 feet). Most ascents of
Pokalde Peak nowadays are made by skirting the opposite
Makalu side of the mountain.
Pokalde Peak can be easily climbed in half a day by a
fit and aclimatised group with appropriate leadership.
Despite its low difficulty, sections of Pokalde are
quite exposed so it shouldn't be attempted in poor
weather. Doing so would significantly increase the
difficuly of the climb above that of a "simple trekking
peak". The final pitch to the summit also involves a
short section of near vertical scrambling which for
amateurs should definitely be protected by rope.
The base camp of Pokalde Peak is situated in a raised
"amphitheatre" style valley with a large circular lake
in the middle below the Kongma La pass. About 40 minutes
from the base camp is the Kongma glacier. This glacier
offers ice walls suitable for ice climbing training by
appropriately equipped and motivated groups. The glacier
is said to be receding in size.
Foot print evidance of significant Snow Leopard activity
has been witnessed in the vicinity of Pokalde Peak base
camp. This is despite the popularity of the area in
being the gateway to both a major trekking peak as well
as a high pass.
Even during the trekking seasons, it is not uncommon for
overnight temperatures at base camp to be in excess of
two decades below freezing.
Elevation: 5,806 metres (19,048 feet) Location: Khumbu, Nepal Range: Himalaya Prominence: 271 metres (889 feet) Coordinates: 27°55′33.1″N, 86°49′59.5″E First ascent: April 15, 1953 Easiest route: Scramble Trip : 22 Days Minimum pax: 2 people Cost: USD 1599 to USD 1799 per person
Day 01 :
Arrival Kathmandu air port- transfer hotel Day 02 : Peak permit Preparation and
official formalities
( You can use this day for rock climbing course
or sightseeing ) Day 03 : Kathmandu to Lukla by flight
(2817m) to Phakding (2720m). 4 hours. Day 04 : Phakding to Namche Bazar (3446m). 6
hours. Day 05 : Namche to Dole (4040m). 6 hours Day 06 : Dole to Macherma (4465m). 4 hours Day 07 : Macherma to Gokyo (4750m). 4 hours. Day 08 : Gokyo to Gokyo Peak (5360m) to Macherma.
8 hours. Day 09 : Macherma to Phorche Thanga (3840m). 6
hours. Day 10 : Phorche Thanga to Pheriche (4252m). 7
hours. Day 11 : Pheriche to Lobuche (4930m). 7 hours. Day 12 : Kongma La high camp Day 13 : Summit and camp after Kongma La trek to
Chhukung 4730m Day 14 : Chhukung to Pangboche (3901m). 6 hours. Day 15 : Pangboche to Tengboche (3867m). 6 hours. Day 16 : Tengboche to Namche Bazar. 6 hours. Day 17 : Namche to Phakding. 6 hours. Day 18 : Phakding to Lukla. 4 hours. Day 19 : Lukla to Kathmandu by air. 30 minutes. Day 20 : From Free day in Kathmandu hotel
included Day 21 : From Free day in Kathmandu hotel
included Day 22 : From Transfer to Airport
# Welcome in Airport by Garland
# All ground Transportation by private vehicle
# Twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu in 2 to 4 star
hotel with breakfast
# sightseeing in Kathmandu
# Kathmandu /Lukla /Kathmandu flight fare for member &
Nepali staff
# Accommodation in lodge or tent during trek
# Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) in trekking & camping
# High altitude tent, & high food at climbing
# Local fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and
grape etc.
# Down jacket, 4 seasonal sleeping bag
# Trekking map.
# All necessary paper work & Permits
# All cost for a Langtang Ri leader (First Aid and Eco
trained & Government licensed holder English Speaking)
and sherpa, a sherpa assistance leader(s) and assistance
Trek leader help each individuals while on trek
# Salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of
Langtang Ri trekking staff
# Portable Altitudes Chamber (PAC) for safety measures.
# Travel & Rescue arrangement.
# All government taxes.
# Farewell dinner
COST
EXCLUDES :
# Nepalese l Visa Fee (USD 40 for 30
Days)
# International airport departure taxes
# Excess baggage charges
# Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu
# Personal Mountaineering Gear
# climbing royalty
# Garbage deposit
# Climbing Sherpa fee
# Travel & Rescue insurance
# Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills
& extra porters
# Tips for guides and porters
# Optional trips and sightseeing if extend
Equipments checklists -
climbing trips
In addition to the above list of suggested
trekking equipment, you should take along with
various items of mountaineering tools. For any
trip which has crossed by steep, snow-covered
ground, or which has included section of glacier
travel, it might be necessary for the group
roping up as a safety precaution. To facilitate
this process of roping up, you will need to
maintain a minimum requirement, a climbing
harness, a climbing sling and two locking
carabineers. Plastic mountaineering boots, a
mountaineering ice axe and a pair of crampons
with front points are the other items of
equipment, which are required for our trekking
peak trips. (Please note: Our recommendation
that you take no more than 33 pounds of trekking
equipment DOES NOT include your plastic boots,
ice axe, crampons or harness/carabineers. During
the trek, climbing hardware will be carried
separately from your personal trek bag in-group
bags until needed).
An explanation of the equipment that you will
need
Daypacks for climbing trips
3000-4000 cubic inches. For climbing trips, you
will be required to carry more warm clothing
during the climbs and also your personal
climbing gear. For this reason, you will need a
slightly bigger daypack than for a trekking-only
trip. If you have any questions about gear,
please do not hesitate to call our office for
advice.
Equipment Rental
In order to minimize your expense outlay for
trekking and climbing equipment you may never
use again, we offer a wide range of equipment
available for rent for the duration of your
trip. All rental equipment can be picked up from
your trip leader upon arrival for your trip
