Amphu Lapcha Pass Trek

Trip Highlights

• Zwatra La (4,600m) and the Amphu Lapcha Pass (5,845m)
• Technical and challenging trek in the Khumbu region
• Flora and fauna of Sagarmatha National Park
• The oldest and the largest monasteries of Tengboche

Amphu Lapcha Pass Trek is one of the challenging but rewarding treks in Khumbu region. It covers the natural and cultural wonders of the three Himalayan valleys of Eastern Nepal. It takes you along Sagarmatha National Park premises in the beginning and ending. That means you might sight the animals and birds of the Himalayan region.

The silvery mountains from Langtang region to as far as Kanchenjunga region are the prizes of Nepal trekking. Karyolung Himal (6,511 m), Lumding Himal (6,111 m), Mera Peak (6,189 m), Peak 43 (Kyashar Peak: 6,769 m), Kusum Kangaru (6,367 m), Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Mt. Amadablam (6,812 m), Mt. Nuptse (7,861 m) and Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m) are the Himalayas seen during this trek. The Sherpa ethnic villages of the Dudh Koshi River Valley including the Rai and Tamang communities of Inkhu-Hongu Valley are really amazing. The local monasteries and mane walls added with the colorful prayer flags and wheels make this trip more memorable.

Amphu Lapcha Pass trek leads you through Pangboche Monastery and Tengboche Monastery. Tengboche is the largest monastery and Pangboche is the oldest monastery of the Khumbu region. Likewise, the Sherpa Capital, Namche Bazar is also one of the must-visit places while trekking in Nepal. Although located in the Himalayas, you can find all the modern amenities in this Sherpa town. Without any doubt, this trek is always a customizable trip. Since it starts and ends at Lukla, you can extend it to Everest Base Camp trek; Everest Gokyo Cho La Pass trek and even Everest Three High Passes trek respectively. Likewise, you can also do Amphu Lapcha Pass trek with Mera Peak climbing. Because it follows the route of Mera Peak climbing. Therefore; Amphu Lapcha Pass (5,845m) trek is the point between Mera and Tapu Peak, after crossing Amphu Lapcha you reach Chhukung Valley.

Chhukung Valley is the place to prepare for the summit climb of the island. So, you can trek Amphu Lapcha Pass with Island Peak. To customize this trek, you must be sure about the budget, duration and willingness to face the challenges of trekking in Nepal. If you are in doubt about what to do, you can contact us, and we will definitely help you make the right decision. It requires previous trekking experience because of its technical aspects. And, if you have experience of peak climbing, it will be an added point. Talking about the daily trekking duration, you have to walk for about 6/7 hours along the high-altitude trails. Most of the time, you will be walking and sleeping above 4,800 m. It means there is a high possibility of altitude sickness. Likewise, Zatrwa La Pass (4,600 m) is a little challenging to enter into Inkhu-Hongu Valley from the Dudhkoshi River Valley. Amphu Lapcha Pass (5,845 m) is the most difficult section of this trek. You need to use climbing gears to cross this high pass of the Mahalangur Himalayan Range. There is not any restricted area en route to this trek. However, a solo trekking in Nepal cannot do this without a professional Nepal trekking guide. The experienced Sherpa guide fixes the rope before climbing the challenging section. Next, it is completely a camping trekking in Nepal except in Everest region.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu Airport [1,350m/4,430ft] and transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Fly to Lukla [2,800m/9,187ft] and trek to Chutanga [3,100m/10,168ft], 5-6 hours
Day 3: Trek from Chutanga to Thulikharka [4,300m/14,104ft] via Zwatra La [4,600m/15,092ft], 6-7 hours
Day 4: Trek from Thulikharka to Kothe [3,691m/12,107ft], 6-7 hours
Day 5: Trek from Kothe to Thaknag [4,358m/14,295ft], 4-5 hours
Day 6: Trek from Thaknag to Khare [5,045m/16,548ft], 3-4 hours
Day 7: Acclimatization Day at Khare [5,045m/16,548ft]
Day 8: Trek from Khare to khongma Ding [4,840m/15,180ft], 6-7 hours
Day 9: Trek from khongma Ding to Seto Pokhari [5,000m/16,405ft], 6-7 hours
Day 10: Trek from Seto Pokhari to Amphu Lapcha High camp [5,400m/17,717ft], 5-6 hours
Day 11: Trek to Chhukung [4,730m/15,518ft] via Amphu Lapcha Pass [5,850m/19,190ft], 9-10 hours
Day 12: Rest day at Chhukung and explore around
Day 13: Trek from Chhukung to Tengboche Monastery [3,867m/12,687ft], 5-6 hours
Day 14: Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar [3,440m/11,286ft], 5-6 hours
Day 15: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla [2,800m/9,187ft], 6-7 hours
Day 16: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu [1,350m/4,430ft]
Day 17: International Departure

Special Note:
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