Peak Climbing Nepal
Adventure peak & trekking peak in Nepal
22 Aug 2024 Prakash Devkota
Nepal is a top destination when it comes to incredible mountaineering and trekking adventures. As home to the highest peak in the world and other incredible peaks of different grades, this Himalayan country is undoubtedly one of the most preferred destinations for mountaineering across the world. If you are curious about peak climbing in Nepal for beginners, don’t worry; there is an expedition for every climber that will suit their preference perfectly.
It doesn’t matter if you are looking for a straightforward expedition or a little bit of thrill on the semi-technical slopes; you will be able to enjoy an incredible Himalayan peak scaling adventure as per your preference and capabilities. You can be a beginner mountaineer who is looking forward to learning some skills for the big expedition or an explorer who is just looking for a Himalayan peak climbing experience, Peak Climbing Nepal will cater to all your adventure needs.
Even if you are a veteran climber, you will be able to enjoy an exhilarating adventure that will be a fascinating blend of cultural, historical, and natural aspects. Here we have listed the best peak climbing in Nepal for beginners that you can choose for your expedition.
Yala Peak Climbing is one of the exciting prospects for peak climbing in Nepal for beginners. Situated at an altitude of 5,000 meters (18,044 feet), Yala Peak is a straightforward climb and there aren’t any technical sections on the mountain. That’s why this popular expedition in the Langtang Valley is perfect for mountaineering beginners who have low or no skills.
This beautiful peak in the third most mainstream trekking destination of the country is situated close to the Tibetan border. Thus, you will be able to capture the stunning views of the surrounding peaks and diverse terrain from top of the peak.
For the Yala Peak expedition, camping on the snowy slope is not necessary and you will be able to complete the summit of the peak in one push. That’s why it is convenient for beginner climbers as they don’t have to cope with the harsh mountain climb during their scaling adventure.
However, besides the incredible climbing aspects that are best suited for a beginner climber, the overall experience in this expedition is simply extraordinary. During Yala Peak Climbing, you will move along the third most popular trekking route in the Nepali Himalayas.
The enchanting beauty of the sacred Langtang Valley, mountains, glaciers, fascinating cultural experience, endangered Himalayan flora and fauna, and just ‘Grade F Difficulty Level’ make Yala Peak a best peak climbing in Nepal for beginners.
In this list of top peak climbing in Nepal for beginners, one should not miss the highest trekking peak of Nepal, Mera Peak. Standing at an altitude of 6,461 meters (21,197 feet), Mera Peak Climbing is one of the most popular beginner mountains to climb in the eastern Himalayas.
This majestic peak in the Mahalangur range is not a very technical mountain that is best suited for aspiring mountaineers who are looking forward to testing their skills. Mera Peak expedition has been graded as an ‘Alpine Grade PD’ level climb.
Although there are some light technical sections along the route, they are not as strenuous as the higher mountain expedition. Mera Peak is a ‘trekking peak’ and an ideal peak for beginner mountaineering Nepal.
You will be able to complete this expedition in around two weeks and will also get the opportunity to explore the iconic Everest region. The views of the surrounding peak is also exceptional in this climb. You will get the opportunity to catch the majestic views of 8,000 meter mountains like Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu and Kanchenjunga from the top of this peak.
Due to the thrilling semi technical sections on the mountain slopes where climbers can practice their skills and the overnight stay at Mera High Camp (5,300 meters), Mera Peak Climbing feels like a complete Himalayan expedition.
Island Peak Climbing is another extraordinary beginner mountain to climb in the eastern Himalayan region, the home of Mount Everest. Locally known as ‘Imja Tse’, is a renowned peak that was scaled by the legendary mountaineering duo Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay before their successful ascent in 1953.
Unlike other trekking peaks, scaling Island Peak is not a straightforward climb. Climbers need to overcome the semi technical parts of the mountain using different mountaineering equipment. Thus, Island Peak Climbing is the perfect peak climbing in Nepal for beginners.
The overall Island Peak difficulty is at a moderate level. This expedition has received a ‘2B Level Grading’ in the Alpine Grading System. That means for this mountain scaling climbers need to have a proper understanding of the mountaineering tools and skills.
This expedition is perfect for those climbers who are looking forward to trying their skills on towering 7,000 and 8,000 meter peaks. During this thrilling mountain scaling, you will have to traverse across crevasses, steep snow slopes and a sharp ridge during the final part.
Even if climbing Island Peak is not technically demanding, you will need a good level of physical fitness to comfortably scale this peak. Typically, this beginner mountains to climb is done combining the Everest Base Camp Trek adventure with it.
As you are already in the region, you can also do Island Peak and Lobuche Climbing together or go for the Three Peaks Climbing in the eastern Himalayas if you are up for it.
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Lobuche East Peak is another best peak climbing in Nepal for beginners that leads you to the most mainstream destination in the Himalayas. Although this trekking peak has a lower altitude compared to other eastern Himalayan trekking peaks, Lobuche East Peak Climbing is a semi technical climb.
Mountaineers need to navigate their way across different technical sections on the mountain. They need to traverse across the ice and rock segments on the mountain terrain and will also need to use fixed ropes, including the different mountaineering equipment.
Thats why this peak for beginner mountaineering Nepal is an ideal choice for the climbers to are looking for a thrill of a Himalayan mountain expedition. Standing at an altitude of 6,119 meters (20,075 feet), this expedition provides the true thrill of a mountain expedition.
Before pushing toward the exposed sharp ridge to the summit, you will also spend a night at High Camp (5,400 meters). This will be perfect practise for the multi day mountain expedition, where you will need to acclimatize along the high camp before scaling to the top.
If you are doing this expedition with Peak Climbing Nepal, you will also trek on the mainstream Everest Base Camp route. After exploring the EBC Camp and hike to Kala Patthar (5,644 meters), you will then head toward Lobuche Base Camp (4,950 meters) for your expedition.
You can also check out our multiple peak summits in the eastern Himalayas if you want to scale other peaks in the region along with this semi technical expedition.
If you want to steer off the semi technical expedition and want to experience an easygoing climb, Pokalde Peak Climbing is another exciting climb in this peak climbing in Nepal for beginners list.
This mountain is one of the moderate levels of mountain in the ‘Trekking Peak’ list for climbers who are looking for a less complex scaling adventure. Scaling to the summit of this peak which is at an elevation of 5,806 meters (19,048 feet) doesn’t require any technical expertise nor special climbing gear.
Climbing this beginner mountains in eastern Nepal is the ultimate mountaineering experience. Pokalde Peak is considered to be one of the easiest trekking in Nepal and climbers will be able to easily push for the summit without any excessive hassles.
In this exciting eastern Himalayan expedition, you will also cross the Kongma La Pass (5,545 meters), which provides easy access to the Everest Base Camp. Thus, in the Peak Climbing Nepal’s itinerary, you will first explore the EBC and hike to Kalapatthar before crossing the pass to reach Pokalde Peak Base Camp (4,400 meters).
Even if you are completely new to the mountaineering world, it won’t be hard for you to scale this beginner mountains to climb. In case if you are an experienced climber who is looking for a bit of thrill, you can do the Three Peak Climbing with us, which takes you to the summit of Pokalde, Island and Lobuche Peaks.
After a long list of incredible prospects of the eastern Himalayas, Chulu West Peak Climbing is an iconic expedition of central Nepal. This pristine mountain peak in the Annapurna region, which is at an altitude of 6,419 meters (21,054 feet) is considered one of the most fascinating peak in the Annapurna region.
This towering part of the Damodar Himalayan range offers a thrilling experience and stunning views of surrounding peaks in the central Himalayas. Chulu West Expedtion has been graded a ‘PD 3 Level’ in the Alpine Grading System. It means that this trekking peak is slightly demanding and climbers need to have a high level of fitness for the expedition.
If you are looking for a little bit of thrill and challenge in comparison to other peak climbing in Nepal for beginners, this is one of the most thrilling prospects. You will have to use fixed ropes and different mountaineering equipment as well during the expedition.
The overall Chulu West Peak Climbing feels like a true high altitude expedition, as you will take your time to acclimatize at two camps on the mountain before pushing for the summit: Camp I (5,170 meters) and Camp II (5,400 meters).
During this iconic trekking peak expedition, you will also have the chance to explore the mainstream Annapurna Circuit Trek route and even cross the exciting Thorong La Pass (5,416 meters).
It is very important to properly train for your expeditions in the Nepali Himalayas, even if you are just scaling the beginner mountains to climb. Even for the high altitude treks in Nepal, the normal recommended period of training is 3 to 8 weeks.
As you will need a good level of fitness for the mountain expedition that take you to the alpine slopes, you should consider training for at least 2 to 3 months. If you have a good level of fitness, you will not have to put in a lot of hours in your training.
However, you need to have a good level of stamina, endurance and strength level to make sure that your mountain journey stays comfortable. Mountaineering experience is not mandatory for climbing these peaks, as these expeditions are meant to sharpen your mountaineering skills before taking on high altitude expeditions.
If you are serious about your mountaineering career, you can also get climbing class which will last around a month and you will also get certification for finishing classes. But, if you are doing it just for the amazing Himalayan expedition experience, you will not need to take any classes.
Your expert mountain climbing guide will teach you all the necessary skills that you will require for your expedition. Just focus on improving your overall physical aspects so you will have an enjoyable and memorable experience.
Depending on which mountain you are planning to scale from this peak climbing in Nepal for beginners list, you will need to bring the necessary climbing gear. However, you will not have to bring an extensive set of gear like a 7,000 and 8,000 meter mountain expedition.
Your climbing agency will manage all the necessary equipment required for the climb and you will just have to manage the personal climbing gear. In general, you will need to bring personal climbing gear, such as ice axe, ice screw, helmet, carabiner, minsu degree sleeping bags, crampons, ascender, harness, mountaineering boot, etc.
But, you should overlook the layers and gear you will need for the trekking part as well. Even the trekking trails in the Himalayan region will take you across diverse climatic zones (tropical to trans Himalayan). So, you will need to pack flexible layers to keep yourself comfortable at different altitudes.
Also, don’t forget the personal care and hygiene products for a healthy lifestyle, even during your mountain journey. Similarly, you will also need to bring helpful trekking gear such as backpack, trekking poles, head torch, water bottle, powerbank, rain cover, gaiter, etc.
To put it bluntly, mountain expeditions and trekking in Nepal can be done throughout the year. However, it depends on the skillset and experience to handle different climatic conditions that come along with different seasons.
As we are discussing the best peak climbing in Nepal for beginners, you should consider the high seasons, like spring season (March- May) and autumn season (September- November), for the best experience.
Both of these seasons have favorable climates that will make your journey a comfortable experience. Besides the weather pleasantry, each of these peak seasons has unique highlight points that will make your expedition an extraordinary experience.
The spring season is popular as the season of nature, and the landscape is simply breathtaking during this period. Your trekking trails will be decorated with colorful flowers, and the lush landscape will make your expedition a vibrant experience.
Autumn is also popular as a calm period and is the most suitable period for high-altitude expeditions. The stunning landscape decorated with shades of grey, pleasant temperatures, comfortable trails, cultural experiences, etc are some of the highlights of this peak climbing season.
Managing Director and Team Leader
Mr. Prakash Chandra Devkota is an established name in the Tourism Sector in Nepal. He is a focused individual gifted with a brilliant mind. He is also hugely dedicated to social work. Born in the Gorkha district, a beautiful hilly region of Nepal, he first entered the tourism industry as a guide in 1997. He has gained extensive experience in almost all the trekking and climbing routes like Mera, Island, Lobuche and, Ama Dablam, etc.
He registered Nepal Guides Treks & Expedition in 2009 AD. Due to his passion for adventure and efforts to provide quality personalized service to his clients, he has established himself as a successful tourism entrepreneur. He has dedicated most of his time working diligently to elevate the tourism industry and collected more than 15 years of experience in organizing trekking and expeditions in Nepal, Bhutan, and India. He believes in the power of the tourism industry and the employment opportunities that can be created through it. He constantly looks for innovative ways to run the company.
Mr. Devkota has always been an avid practitioner of eco-friendly tourism and has always promoted environmental conservation throughout his career. He motivates his staff to embrace eco-friendly tourism through responsible tourism practices. He believes promoting eco-tourism will preserve natural resources and positively impact the environment.
