Are you currently planning to devote your forthcoming holiday on a hill in Nepal? Wait! . In accordance with the list supplied by the Nepal Mountaineering Association, there are 33 different climbing peaks in Nepal. A number big enough to confuse anyone, who is planning their first attempt on peaks in Nepal, right?
Well, we are here in order to flood you with information, in order to help you make an educated decision, which definitely is the best thing to do than to be disappointed afterwards.
So, first things first! Peaks below the elevation of 7000m are categorized below rising peaks in Nepal. These peaks are comparatively easier to climb requires less or no particular equipments and training to grow. The maximum climbing interval is less than 5 days. In general, there are 33 climbing peaks in Nepal. These peaks have been categorized into two groups: Group A and Group B. 15 from 33 peaks fall under Group A along with the rest 18 fall under Group B.
Now, if this really is the very first summit effort, then you should definitely search for the options that best suit your requirements. Therefore, let's proceed on a journey to discover the'best climbing peaks' in Nepal.
1. The Island Peak Climbing or Imja Tse:
The location, look and the construction - all contribute to make this summit look as an island in a sea of ice. Due to this the peak is quite commonly known as the Island Peak. The title was given by Eric Shipton. This summit is the most popular climbing peaks in Nepal and receives a lot of climbers every year. In comparison to other peaks, this peak is easy to climb and is most effective for people with minimal or no alpine experience. You don't have to be a mountaineer to climb this peak. Climbers follow the Everest Base Camp course up until Dingboche, which presents a superb opportunity to enjoy beautiful Sherpa settlement, their culture, heritage and hospitality. The route branches off towards Island summit near Dingboche. Moreover, the top greets you with a stunning view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Makalu and other peaks in the immediate vicinity. Island Peak climbing is the ideal alternative for climbers trying to find the best summit rise in the Khumbu region of Nepal.
Elevation: 6189m
Permit Group: B
Risk level: Easy
Best time to climb: April-May and October- November
Location: Solukhumbu within the Sagarmatha National Park
Number of climbing days: 1-2 days (including the base camp)
Accommodation: Guesthouses/Lodges throughout the trekking and Tented Camp throughout the rise
Added attractions: Namche Bazaar, Sagarmatha National Park, Tengboche Monastery and Culture, heritage and hospitality of Legendary Sherpas
2. Mera Peak Climbing
Located south of Mt. Everest and south east of the Island peak, in between the Hinku and also the Hongu Valley, this summit in the Khumbu region is the highest climbing summit in Nepal. It is the selection of three individual peaks in the Khumbu area. The summit is famous since it gives the best view among all other climbing peaks in Nepal. 5 out of 14 world's 8000m peaks: Mt. Everest (8,848m), Cho- Oyu (8,201m), Lhotse (8,516m), Makalu (8,463m) and Kanchenjunga (8,586m) are visible very close. The scaling, though technically simple, the route is less technical and fairly simple. The path to the base camp provides a wonderful chance to enjoy both- the crowded payoff of the Sherpa people with cultural delights of the Khumbu Valley and also the less trodden trail and unspoilt regions of the Khumbu region. It is also considered the best choice for climbers searching to get an expedition-style tented camping and climbing trip in Nepal.
Elevation: 6470m
Permit Group: B
Difficulty Level: Easy
Best time to scale: September-November
Location: Solukhumbu within the Sagarmatha National Park
Quantity of climbing days: 3-5 days (such as the base camp)
Accommodation: Guesthouses/Lodges or tented camp throughout the trekking and tented camp during the climb
Added attractions: Sagarmatha National Park and Culture, heritage and hospitality of this very welcoming Sherpa people.
3. Lobuche East Peak:
Lobuche Peaks: Lobuche East and Lobuche West are located in the village called Lobuche. Compared to another climbing peaks in Nepal, this summit is nearer to the Everest Base Camp. For this reason, this summit provides the best view of Everest's south face and a very close view of Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pumori and Makalu. Although, the climb is specialized, compared to another climbing peaks, climbers do not need special training or experiencenevertheless, climbers definitely need to need to comprehension about alpine climbing methods of using ice axes, crampons, abseiling as well as the rope climbing. Although technical, Lobuche west climbing is thought to be the best climbing for novice climbers.
Elevation: 6,119m
Permit Group: B
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Best time to scale: Mid March-May, October- Mid December
Location: Solukhumbu within the Sagarmatha National Park
Number of climbing times: 3-4 times (such as the base camp)
Accommodation: Guesthouses/Lodges during the hiking and tented camp throughout the rise
Additional attractions: Namche Bazaar, Sagarmatha National Park, Tengboche Monastery, view of the Kala Patthar, Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier and the Sherpa villages, their lifestyle, culture, tradition and religion.
4. Pisang Peak:
Situated north of the Manang Valley, very near the Annapurna Circuit and just above the Pisang village, this Pisang peak is another popular climbing peak in Nepal. This summit is located in the Annapurna area of Nepal. When compared with another trekking peaks in Nepal, this peak is more technical, particularly the summit ridge. However, the top greets you with all the majestic view of the total Annapurna, which is certainly worth the effort. Climbers with prior mountaineering experience are more likely to succeed compared to novices. Pisang peak is also a good choice for those who are interested in finding a climbing experience away from the Khumbu area in Nepal.
Pisang Peak
Elevation: 6,092m
Permit Group: B
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Best time to climb: March-April, September-November
Number of scaling days: 2-3 days (such as the base camp)
Location: Annapurna Conservation Area from the Western Nepal
Accommodation: Guesthouses/Lodges throughout the trekking and tented camp during the climb
Additional attractions: Annapurna Conservation Area, Thorong La pass, Muktinath and Jomsom.
5. Kyajo RI:
Located just north of Namche Bazaar, between the Thame Valley along with also the Gokyo Valley, Kyajo RI is the Maximum summit on the southern portion of the Khumbu Himal. It's a classic hiking peak with surprisingly isolated base camp. This summit is challenging even for the professional climbers. Interestingly, most of the climbers who have climbed Mt. Ama Dablam compares the summit climb of Kyajo RI with Ama Dablam's summit climb.
When compared with another climbing peaks in the Khumbu region of Nepal, Kyajo RI receives a very little focus of the climbers, therefore, making it the smartest choice for climbers seeking to avoid heavy traffic, such as in the Island peak.
Kyajo Ri Peak
Elevation: 6,186m
Permit Group: A
Difficulty Level: Easy
Best time to scale: March-April, September-November
Number of scaling days: 2-3 times (such as the base camp)
Location: Khumbu Region in the Eastern Nepal
Accommodation: Guesthouses/Lodges during the trekking and tented camp throughout the climb
Additional attractions: Sagarmatha National Park, Namche Bazaar, Settlement of Sherpa people and their lifestyle, culture, heritage and religion as well as the Renjo La Pass.
With all these choices available, now you can make the best choices considering your needs, needs and price range.
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