Peak Climbing in Nepal
Nepal known as ‘Himalayan Republic’ is last resort for all the mountaineers around the world. The home of the highest peak in the world, Mt Everest and every other peak within top ten; obviously Nepal offers one of the best experiences of peak climbing in world. Nepal possesses more than a thousand highest peaks in the world ranging from 5500 meters (18,090 ft) to 8848m (29,028ft) above sea level. Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) has been allowing mountaineering lovers an opportunity to have firsthand experience of Nepali mountain peaks. All the tourists who are interested in such experiences should take permission from NMA in advance to climb desired peaks. Tourists can choose between comparatively highly risky and lengthy climbing routes to short and less risky mountaineering that are most popular among mountain trekking lovers. The most popular peaks in Nepal namely are; 1-Island Peak, 2-Mera Peak, 3-Lobuche Peak, 4-Yala Peak, 5-Chulu West Peak, 6-Pisang Peak, 7-Dhampus Peak, 8-Pharchamo Peak, 9-Pokhalde Peak, 10-Mt. Ama Dablam Peak.
Island Peak Climbing
The ‘Imja Tse’ more popular as Island Peak because of its island like view in the snowcapped vistas is one the most popular and most climbed peaks in Nepal. Mostly the climbers choose Island Peak for preparation climb prior to Mount Lhotse and Mount Everest in the Khumbu Region. In the Island Peak just 10 km away from the Mt Everest, the highest peak of the world; the climbers encounter snow gully, glaciers and astonishing ice slopes. The trek fulfills the desire of every amateur and passionate climbers, it gives you the lifetime experience of climbing trip beyond simply trekking experience.Its richness in Buddhism culture
Pisang Peak Climbing
Pisang Peak (6,091 m) sometimes known as ‘Jong Ri’ is one of the most popular trekking peaks falling in Annapurna Circuit. This peak is named after a village in Manag District. It is on the way to the highest pass of the world and offers good scope for exploration. The western flank of the mountain is guarded by a hanging glacier and offers considerable challenge. This trekking peak offers some of the rarest fantabulous panoramic view of Manang Valley along with Annapurna group including Tilicho Peak, Annapurna II and IV, Ghangapurna and the Glacier Dome. First conquered by a German Expedition team in 1955; Pisang Peak seeks more technical knowhow of as it goes through a highest pass of the world.
Mera Peak Climbing
Mera Peak (6,476 m/21,247 ft) is the highest trekking peak Nepal that offers astonishing panorama of five highest (above 8,000 m) peaks in the world. Residing in the home region of 5 of world’s 8,000 meter peaks; Mt Kangchenjunga, Mt Makalu, Mt Lhotse and the highest Mt Everest along with Mt Cho Oyu; Mera Peak is classified as a trekking peak. Mera peak is often divided as Mera North (6,476 m/ 21,247 ft); Mera Central (6,461 m/ 21,198 ft); and Mera South (6,065 m/ 19,898 ft). Mera peak rises the south of Everest considered as one of the major and well known peaks in Nepal. The area is among less frequently visited places where you may find many undisturbed region .
Lobuche Peak Climbing
Lubuche Peak first conquered by Ang Gyalzen Sherpa and Laurence Nielson on 25th April, 1984 is one of the spectacular mountain peaks in Khumbu Region.Residing above Lobuche village; there are two different peaks within Lobuche; Lobuche East (6,119m) and Lobuche West (6,145m) having vast crevasse between. This peak offers nearest view of top of the world Mt Everest Base camp, Kala Pathhar, Ama Dablam, Twache along with stunning view of Khumbu glacier down the line. The eastern part of elevation is known for trekking whereas the Western part of elevation is recognized for expeditions.