Peak Climbing in Nepal

The presence of Himalayas has made Nepal the heaven for the mountain lovers especially those who wish to conquer these lofty snowy peaks. Over 1900 snow mountains as high as 8848.86 m Mt. Everest make this country a playground for the climbing adventurers. There are many mountains of different altitude and difficulty grade. Climbing these mountains is categorized into two different styles. If you are climbing the mountains below 7000 m height then it is called Peak Climbing. However, climbing the mountains above 7000 m is called as the Expedition. In some cases due to technical difficulty, mountains below 7000 m are also classed under the Expedition category. The Everest Trekking Routes Pvt. Ltd. presents you the breathtaking and expertly knitted itineraries of Peak Climbing in Nepal.

There are 27 peaks identified by the Nepal Mountaineering Association for the Peak Climbing activities. The agency is capable of operating peak climbing activities in all these trekking peaks of Nepal. Our team of highly experienced Sherpa guides have handpicked 8 trekking peaks and 1 expedition mountain for the climbers to knit intrepid story of conquering the snowy peaks of Nepal.

What are the famous Trekking Peaks of Nepal?

The most famous trekking peaks of Nepal are Mera Peak, Lobuche Peak, Island Peak, Chulu Peaks, and Pokalde Peak. These trekking peaks are the busiest among several peaks of Nepal. If you are doing the peak climbing in Nepal then you can start by climbing any of these mountains. They are suitable for all kinds of climbers from novice first timers to seasoned climbers.

List of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) Trekking Peaks

Here is the list of the 27 NMA Peaks:

  1. Mera Peak 6470 m
  2. Lobuche East 6090 m
  3. Kwangde 6086 m
  4. Bokta 6114 m
  5. Chekigo 6121 m
  6. ABI 6043 m
  7. Chulu West 6419 m
  8. Chulu East 6584 m
  9. Hiun Chuli 6434 m
  10. Ganja La Chuli 5863 m
  11. Khongma Tse 5849 m
  12. Kusum Kangru 6360 m
  13. Island Peak 6165 m
  14. Chola Tse 6423 m
  15. Phari Lapcha 6017 m
  16. Langsisa Ri 6412 m
  17. Larkya Peak 6135 m
  18. Lobuche West 6135 m
  19. Ombigalchen 6340 m
  20. Nirekha 6159 m
  21. Kyazo Ri 6151 m
  22. Pisang Peak 6091 m
  23. Ramdong Go 5900 m
  24. Yubra Himal 6048 m
  25. Pharchamo 6279 m
  26. Paldor Himal 5903 m
  27. Singu Chuli 6501 m

Which is the easiest mountain to climb in Nepal?

There is no such word as easiest if you are climbing the snowy mountain peak of Nepal. In fact, all climbing activities require considerable amount of physical fitness level and technical understanding of mountaineering. However, there are some mountains which are classed as the non technical mountains. If you wish to reach the top of the mountain peak without the need of trekking peak permit then the Pokalde Peak is the easiest one. It is located in nearby Kong Ma La Pass and has an altitude of 5806 m. The Pokalde Peak Climbing is also known as the royalty free climbing peak.

Among peak climbing permit needed trekking peaks of Nepal, the Mera Peak is considered as easy in comparison to other mountains. There are many instances where the Everest Trekking Routes has successfully organized the ascent of the mountain for kids of 10 to 12 years as well. The major factor that makes mountaineering easy is your willpower, strength, and experienced support crew members.

When is the best time to do Peak Climbing in Nepal?

The best time to do the Peak Climbing in Nepal is during the months of spring season. The months of March, April, and May are considered as an ideal time to do climbing activities. Similarly, the months of autumn season (September, October, & November) are also considered as suitable time to do climbing.

Is Peak climbing suitable for beginners?

Expedition requires extreme training and preparation. However, Peak Climbing in Nepal is suitable for beginners too. If you don’t have any kinds of prior experiences of climbing the mountains then also you can choose to do the peak climbing. Nepal is the best place to begin the mountaineering journey for the beginner climbers. The Everest Trekking Routes has knitted the diverse itineraries for the climbers to climb various mountains of Nepal. Our itineraries include the short and effective training before climbing the mountain. The team of highly experienced trekking guides and Sherpa climbing guides are highly efficient in providing the lessons on mountaineering.

How to prepare for Peak climbing activity in Nepal?

Build up the physical fitness level and stamina. You need to have the best cardio – vascular abilities. The high altitude places have less density of oxygen. This is the biggest hurdle for the successful peak climbing in Nepal. Therefore, you must indulge in various exercises that boost your physical strength and cardio – vascular abilities. Refrain from unhealthy dietary habits if you really wish to have a successful ascent. Most importantly, your mindset must be clear. It is believed that strong will power and mental ability make up the 50 % of the success rate! Hire a proper agency to operate your peak climbing. There are lots of scams in the online scene. Talk with the experts before booking the climbing package. Ask for the credentials. The Everest Trekking Routes is a leading trekking agency that operates peak climbing in Nepal. Contact our travel planners and inquire about climbing activity to your heart’s content.

How much does peak climbing cost in Nepal?

Generally, the cost of the Peak Climbing in Nepal starts from 1800 $ per person to whopping 5000 $ per person. It depends upon the kind of the services that you require and also the number of days. For some technical mountains, you may have to spend more than the average! The cost of the peak climbing can be saved by choosing different itineraries. For example, you can choose to buy a climbing package only skipping the trekking portion.

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Peak Climbing in Nepal