Peak Climbing In Nepal |
For the more adventurous traveler, there are 18 minor peaks open
for Alpine climbing under Nepal Mountaineering Association. The
climbing of these peaks is controlled under the rules &
regulations formulated by this Association. Detailed information
& application for climbing permits are available from the
Association’s Office or contact your trekking Agency in
Kathmandu who have member of Nepal Mountaineering Association.
It should be noted that in most cases the climbing of these
minor peaks (Trekking Peaks) required snow and Ice climbing
experience.
For the permit you should apply for the permit through the
trekking agency & you should have climbing guide otherwise
permit is not issued. Trekking agency provide qualified &
trained climbing guides to take non climbers for convenience,
safety & expected successes. By Himalayan standards these are
considered minor peaks, but in fact some of them provide
relatively challenging snow and Ice climbing of high standard, &
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Major Peak Climbing Routes |
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Chulu West Peak
The highest of these peaks, marked Chulu West on the
trekking maps, has a recorded altitude from at least two
expeditions of nearer 6400m; this might more accurately
be called Chulu Central. As a result many climbing
parties have mistakenly climbed one of these peaks
thinking it to be Chulu East or West. It usually
understood that with the permit to
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Chulu East Peak
The North-East Ridge is considered the normal route to
climb this peak from a Base Camp on the moranis at 5334m
(17500ft). Most climbers make it to the top and back
from Base Camp in one long day although some have, in
the past, established a higher camp somewhere below the
peak. Another subsidiary peak called Chulu Far East
(6059m)
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Pisang Peak
Pisang Peak is the most popular among the trekking peaks
in Nepal in Annapurna region offers good scope for
exploration. The western flank of the mountain is
guarded by a hanging glacier and offers considerable
challenge. The western end of the ridge is guarded by
huge rock slabs, which make it difficult to climb. A
German Expedition made the first ascent
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Mera Peak
Mera Peak is the highest trekking peak in Nepal . When
this is combined with the fact that it offers
unparalleled views and stunning panoramas. It makes this
trekking peak one of the most sought after
mountaineering trips in Nepal . Mera Peak is never
particularly technically difficult, but there is the
altitude to contend with which makes this an exciting
and
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Island Peak
Island peak is one of the most popular trekking peaks in
Nepal . Perhaps the name of peak is so because from
Dingboche the peak is seen as an island in a sea of ice.
The summit is interesting and attractive with a highly
glaciated west face rising from the Lhotse Glacier. The
ridge rising to the south from this point leads to the
summit of Island Peak.
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Hiunchuli Peak
Hiunchuli, at a height of 6,441 meters, forms a massive
south-facing wall together with Annapurna South. Its
eastern face overlooks the Modi Khola and guards the
entrance to the Annapurna Sanctuary. An American Peace
Corps Expedition, via the southeast face, first climbed
Hiunchuli in October 1971. The mountain is not
technically difficult to climb but is
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Singu Chuli Peak
This trek is strongly recommended for excellent mountain
views. You will enjoy the great cultural diversity in
the Ghandruk-Chhomorong, Ghorepani. Before entering the
Fish Tail (Machhapuchhare Base Camp) and Annapurna Base
Camp, you can enjoy the Panoramic views of the world's
highest mountains. Trained guide is needed to climb
these peaks.
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Tharpu Chuli Peak
Tharphu Chuli (locally known as), Tent Peak is situated
in the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary and is among the few
snow-clad summits at this height range in Nepal. This
peak offers an ideal opportunity for those who want to
summit a Himalayan peak, but who may otherwise be
hesitant to try a higher peak as a Himalayan debut.
Besides providing an interesting climb
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Lobuche Peak
Dhampus Peak lies North-East of the big Dhaulagiri
massif. It is in terms of climbing technicalities an
easy mountain to ascent. The overwhelming altitude
differences between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges
make Dhampus Peak a very exposed spot to observe the
scenery from. Having Tukuche Peak (6920m) and Dhaulagiri
(8167m) spectacularly near you
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Tilicho Peak
Tilicho peak is a little bit hard to climb than the
other mountains having height of the around 7000m. The
way to this mountain climbing has two ways up to it's
base camp. One way goes via Marsyangdi valley route and
another way goes via Kaligandaki valley. The base camp
is located near the Tilicho Lake . From summit panoramic
view of Tilicho lake down
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Pachermo Peak
Mjatse was first named Island Peak because of its
resemblance to an island in a sea of ice when seen from
above Dingboche. As well as providing an enjoyable climb
the peak also provides some of the most striking scenery
in the Khumbu.
Many other peaks can be seen from the summit including
Nuptse, Lhotse, Lhotse Middle Peak, Lhotse Star,
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Naya Kanga Peak
While closed to Kathmandu, Ganja La Chuli 5844m.(Naya
Kanga) is the most accessible of our "people peaks"
towering over the South of alpine Langtang valley and
holy lakes of Gosaikund. its fine ridge systems provide
superb climbing and spectacular scenery from a top the
summit, you can gaze in wonder at the peaks of the Jugal
Himal as a Dome Blanc,
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