Amphu Labtsa pass trekking elevation 5,845 metres (19,177 ft), is a glaciated pass covered in serac cliffs at the head of the Honku valley. Amphu Lapche pass provides a way out of the otherwise relatively isolated Honku valley.
Amphu Lapche pass trekking start from Lukla. There are two routes to reach the upper Hinku valley. Either we short trek through Zetrawa la pass or trek all the way to Pangkongma, KholaKharka where the Panche Pokhari. The trek is a few days more to follow as Asian Hiking team itinerary. To reach the Khare, it is possible to do Tea house / Guest house trekking. After Khare, we need tented camping for a few days. Amphu Lapche pass is ice and rock climbing above the 5845m high. Amphu Lapche pass provides a good view of Lhotse Shar, Island Peak and many more. We need to fix the rope and prepare for trekking, the same as peak climbing. It requires all climbing equipment such as ice-x, climbing plastic boot, helmet, Jhumber (ascender and descend), carabineers, Down Jacket and down paint etc.
In our itinerary we mention that after crossing the Amphu Lapcha we have no camp in another base camp so we directly trek to Chhukum. It is possible to cross the Amphu Lapcha but if you want clock side you need one extra day camping in Chhukum side base camp. If the given itinerary does not match your interest, let us know. It is also noticeable to combine Everest base camp trekking or Island or Mera peak climbing too.
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Recommend Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1340m), transfer to Hotel, overnight Hotel.
Arrive in Kathmandu (1340m), transfer to Hotel, overnight Hotel.
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Day 2: Free day for preparation and official briefing.
Free day for preparation and official briefing.
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Day 3: Fly to Lukla & trek to Paiya (2730m), overnight at lodge.
Fly to Lukla & trek to Paiya (2730m), overnight at lodge.
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Day 4: Trekking across the river and over a ridge to Pangkongma (2,846m), overnight at guest house.
Trekking across the river and over a ridge to Pangkongma (2,846m), overnight at guest house.
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Day 5: Trekking a monastery, lush forests and Mera peak views as you trek over the Pangkongma La pass to Nashing Dingma (2,600m)
Trekking a monastery, lush forests and Mera peak views as you trek over the Pangkongma La pass to Nashing Dingma (2,600m)
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Day 6: Trekking a steep climb over the Surke La pass and forest camping at ChalemKharka (3,600m)
Trekking a steep climb over the Surke La pass and forest camping at ChalemKharka (3,600m)
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Day 7: Trekking Chalemkharka to KholaKharka (4,200m), overnight at hotel.
Trekking Chalemkharka to KholaKharka (4,200m), overnight at hotel.
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Day 8: Rest day in Kholakharka.
Rest day in Kholakharka, explore around.
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Day 9: Trekking to descent into the Hinku Valley and Kothe (3,550m).
Trekking to descent into the Hinku Valley and Kothe (3,550m).
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Day 10: Trekking to Tangnag (4,360m), overnight at guest house.
Trekking to Tangnag (4,360m), overnight at guest house.
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Day 11: Trekking to Khare (5,100m), overnight at guest house.
Trekking to Khare (5,100m), overnight at guest house.
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Day 12: Khare Camp - Rest day for acclimatizing and pre-training.
Khare Camp - Rest day for acclimatizing and pre-training.
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Day 13: Khare Camp to Hunku Khola (Khamabche or Kongma Dingma) 4850m tented camping (B/L/D).
Khare Camp to Hunku Khola (Khamabche or Kongma Dingma) 4850m tented camping.
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Day 14: Hunku Khola (Khamabche or Kongma Dingma) to Seto Pokhari (5350 meters) to Panch Pokhari 5 hours.
Hunku Khola (Khamabche or Kongma Dingma) to Seto Pokhari (5350 meters) to Panch Pokhari 5 hours.
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Day 15: Seto Pokhari to Amphulapcha Base camp, 6 hours (5600 meters).
Seto Pokhari to Amphulapcha Base camp, 6 hours (5600 meters).
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Day 16: Base Camp to Amphulapcha pass (5845 meters) to Chhukkung (4730 meters), 9/12 hours.
Base Camp to Amphulapcha pass (5845 meters) to Chhukkung (4730 meters), 9/12 hours.
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Day 17: Chhukkung to Tengboche (3867m), 5-6 hours (3985 meters).
Chhukkung to Tengboche (3867m), 5-6 hours (3985 meters).
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Day 18: Tengboche to Monjo, 5-6 hours (2850 meters).
Tengboche to Monjo, 5-6 hours (2850 meters).
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Day 19: Monjo to Lukla, 4 hours (2800 meters).
Monjo to Lukla, 4 hours (2800 meters).
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Day 20: Lukla to Kathmandu by flight, free day in Kathmandu.
Lukla to Kathmandu by flight, free day in Kathmandu.
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Day 21: Spare day in Kathmandu (weather or any cause).
Spare day in Kathmandu (weather or any cause).
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Day 22: Transfer to airport for departure or next trip if any.
Transfer to airport for departure or next trip if any. Note: If want to visit Everest Base camp need 2 days extra that mean; Chhukum to Lobuje to Gorepshep continues to Everest base camp and returning to Pangboche- Namche - Lukla.
Cost Includes
- Airport /Hotel/Airport pick up and drop.
- Accommodation in Kathmandu as itinerary (3-star hotel) with breakfast.
- All land transportation (Trekking starting and ending point) as per itinerary.
- Accommodation during the trekking as best available Hotel/Lodge as per itinerary.
- For camping, we provide tented camp and camping meals as itinerary.
- Major Meals during the trekking; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (B/L/D) by Lodge/Hotel menu.
- Domestic air ticket to/from Lukla and Cargos fees.
- Trekkers’ Information Management System “TIMS Card” (Trekking permit).
- Local entry permit.
- Sagarmatha and Makalu Barun National Park fees/ permit.
- Monasteries and Temple entrance fees during the trekking.
- A First Aid and Eco trained & Government licensed holder professional equipped English-speaking guide.
- One Porter between each 2 members while on trek (Maximum weight for a porter is 25 Kg).
- Accommodation, meals, salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of Asian Hiking Team staff.
- First Aid Kit.
- Travel & Rescue arrangement.
- All government taxes/ service charges.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu (with culture show).
Cost Excludes
- International Airfare.
- Nepal Visa fee.
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu as per itinerary.
- Entrance fees in Durbar Square or Temple in Kathmandu.
- Soft/hard drinks, drinking water, Tea/ coffee during trekking.
- Hot shower, internet & electricity bills during trekking.
- Extra porter (on request).
- Personal trekking gears & clothing (some of the equipment is possible to rent in Kathmandu).
- Medical evacuation in case of emergency, expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslides, strikes, political unrest etc. in such cases extra will be charged as per actual.
- Tips or Donation (as you want).
Everest High Passes Trekking in Nepal
All in all, Suman and his wonderful staff ensured that our trek was a fantastic and memorable experience. I've recommended this trek to all of my friends and look forward to coming back myself in the future.
Ailsa and others Team
British
Dal Bhat power 24 hours.
Our Nepal Trip (Mera peak and Amphu Laptse pass trekking) was great from start to finish. Everything went well from our arrival in Nepal to our departure on the final day. Hari was a superb guide and really looked after our team through sickness, accommodation and meals. One of our team member was ill on the second day of the trek, he gave Daimax and take care last two days. Hari adapted our programmed to accommodate everyone's needs. He always tried to create chance for us to meet local people on our trekking. Our Team wanted to get to know the people and the culture of Nepal. Hari and our two porters Santos and Resham were superb. Besides leading our walks, they made sure that our lodging was good as well as the hygiene standards. We loved dal bhaat and Hari told us Dal Bhat power 24 hours. The Amphu Laptse Trail was the perfect trek for us but it is more challenging as we didn't waste time at Lukla airports. This route not for easy going people. You need to love adventure.
Apart from the trek, the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu at the end was fantastic and wonderful. We all loved our evening in Bhaktapur (rate durbar view) and our visit to "Garden of Dreams" and I would recommend these be included wherever possible in your trips.
We would all like to return to Nepal again and would definitely have Asian Hiking Team as our first choice. See you there.
Regards,
Nicole Boyd