Peak Climbing in Nepal 6000 M and Above, Nepal a country which is known as the home for trekkers, climbers and travel enthusiasts alike has peaks ranging in elevation from (5357m/8848m). The number of peaks that has an elevation of 6000m alone are 297 in number and are open for climbing, this includes both climbed and unclimbed peaks. Among the 297 peaks, 270 are owned by the Department of Tourism and 27 are owned by the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). Peaks that go down in elevation to (5500m/18,044ft) can also be included in this category. Nepal provides a promising opportunity for the novice and hobby climbers to tackle a high Himalayan peak without having to go through the trouble of organizing a major expedition. One can get a taste of high altitude climbing without having trouble going through the lengthy-time/financial commitments of 7000m-8000m expeditions.
Just to relate, Naya Kanga in the Langtang Valley can be completed in less than twenty days with plenty of time allocated for acclimatization. Peaks such as Pisang & Chulu East/West can be completed in under one month with proper training. It is mostly taken into consideration that 6000m peaks are your gateway and prerequisite into 7000m ascents.
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Some High Altitude Peak Climbing In Nepal
Island Peak:
Island peak is also known as Imja Tse which is located in the Himalayas of eastern Nepal. The peak was named as island peak in 1951 because it appears as an island in a sea of ice when it’s viewed from Dingboche. The highest elevation of this peak is 6,189 meters (20,305 ft). The peak was renamed as Imja Tse in 1983 but Island peak was popular already and it is able to hold both names now. It is the extension of the ridge coming down of the south end of Lhotse Shar. This peak was first climbed in 1953 by the expedition of British crew with seven Sherpas including Tenzing Norgay which was on the way to the summit of Mount Everest. Still climbing Island peak is popular among mountain climbers of different parts of the planet. Numerous climbers step Nepal each and every year to climb this Island peak those who have dream and thirst to climb the mountain because this peak is also considered as an easy peak to climb. Little effort, experience, and knowledge is enough to climb this peak. There are several routes to climb up the peak but mostly most of the climbers follow the same route through Mount Everest base camp. The health and physical condition of climbers must be really developed strongly for easy and effortless climbing.
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Lobuche Peak:
Lobuche Peak 6119m the stunning climbing peak that nestles right above Lobuche Village of Khumbu lies in the closest proximity of the world’s highest peak Everest. After the incredible Everest Base Camp Trek that highlights the base camp itself and Kala Patthar 5545m, the climbing escapade to the summit of Lobuche Peak begins.
Hence Lobuche Peak includes all the highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek. After the success of getting to all important landmarks of EBC Trek, we head towards the base camp of Lobuche Peak and eventually conquer its summit to add an extra thrill to our high altitude trip into the Himalayan wilderness.
Climbing Lobuche Peak could be an ideal start to Himalayan adventure as after the successful summit of this peak climbers tend to climb many other peaks in Khumbu & Nepalese Himalayas. The trek is based on teahouse but the climbing section after the trek is based on tented camps.
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Mera Peak:
Mera Peak claimed as one of the highest trekking peaks is technically an easy and adventurous climb. It is one of the excellent and permitted trekking peaks for those without having climbing experiences. The trek leads you through the dense and incredible natural scenery of remote, Sherpa villages and beautiful Hinku valley. The trip starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The peak is situated at Mahalangur range of Himalaya in Solukhumbu district of Nepal at Hinku valley region which offers eyes-tickling view of Everest region, yak pastures, green meadow areas, flowing water streams, swinging bridges and magnificent view of exceptional 8000 meters mountains including the highest Mt. Everest (8848m) followed by Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Makalu (8463m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8201m), Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586), Mt. Nuptse and Mt. Chamling. The fun, your dare, and pleasure you get during the entire trek is unexplainable. The trek includes basic mountaineering above the snow line to move efficiently from the glacier, to rock, to use ice axes, climbing boots with crampons, ropes, back and forth in a number of variations.
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Pisang Peak:
A beautiful peak that soars high facing Annapurna II, Pisang Peak is Nepal’s one of the most popular climbing peaks. It is popular not only because of climbing adventure associated with this peak. It is popular also because it ideally blends with the world’s most popular trekking adventure, Annapurna Circuit Trek. The peak that nestles between two 8000ers Annapurna I & Manaslu is just above Pisang Village.
Uniform slopes of snow with a final push that demands technical expertise, Pisang Peak Climbing highlights the floral & faunal biodiversity of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project. The cultural biodiversity of the region is yet another delightful highlight. The varied landscapes that range from lush vegetation to nival region & towering Himalayan giants are always eye-feasting. Moreover, crossing the world’s highest pass Thorung La to get to revered shrine Muktinath is the icing on the cake of this adventurous holiday. Cascading waterfalls, rocky mountains, wide & deep valleys like Marsyangdi River & Kali Gandaki River & windswept sections are also few wonderful sights that would remain in trekkers mind & soul forever.
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List of Easy 6000m Peaks For Climbing in Nepal
- Chuli Far East Peak (6059m/19,878ft)
- Boktah Peak (6114m/20,060ft)
- Naya Kanga Peak (5844m/19,160ft)
- Tharpu Chuli Peak (Tent Peak) (5663m/18,579ft)
- Yala Peak (5732m/18,790ft)
- Mardi Himal Peak (5587m/18,330ft)
- Chhukung Ri Peak (5550m/18208ft)
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List of Moderate 6000m Peaks for Climbing in Nepal
- Lobuche East Peak (6119m/20,062ft)
- Imja Tse (Island Peak) Peak (6165m/20,226ft)
- Larkya Peak (6249m/20,501ft)
- Kwangde Ri Peak (6011m/19,721ft)
- Chulu East Peak (6584m/21,601ft)
- Ramdung Peak (5925m/19,438ft)
- Khongma Tse Peak (5849m/19,189ft)
- Pokhalde Peak (5806m/19,048ft)
- Paldor Peak (5896m/19,343ft)
- Dhampkus Peak (6012m/19,724ft)
- Mera Peak (6476m/21,247ft)
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List of Challenging 6000m Peaks For Climbing in Nepal
- Pisang Peak (6091m/19,970ft)
- Singu Chuli Peak (6501m/21,328ft)
- Kusum Kangaru Peak (6367m/20,889ft)
- Cholatse Peak (6440m/21,128ft)
- Langsisa Ri Peak (6427m/21,085ft)
- Kyazo Ri Peak (6184m/20,288ft)
- Chulu West Peak (6584m/21,601ft)
- Hiunchuli Peak (6441m/21,131ft)
- Pharchamo Peak (6187m/20,298ft)
- Yubra Himal Peak (6035m/19,799ft)
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How to Prepare For a 6000m and above Peak Climb?
Not all 6000m peaks are created equal. Some may require more technical skills in nature than others. The requirement may range from having to trek through steep snow/ice climbing, glacier crossings, or even short sections of technical rock climbing.
- First Step :
The first thing to take into consideration is Identifying the specific technical challenges that you will face during your climb. Do your research as there is enough information available online today, you should not be surprised about what you will find when you arrive at your objective.
- Second Step :
For the second step, it is necessary to acclimatize ahead of time by climbing to the height of your objectives base camp at least 10x-15x. Most climbers coming from the USA and Europe, do not have the luxury of ascending higher than 5000m on a regular basis. Luckily, most 6000m peaks base camp is mostly be located between 4000m-5000m.
- Third Step :
For the third step, one can start off with very normal training at the beginning of ones’ routine and progress to more sport-specific exercises as your training cycles moves into the later stages.
- Fourth Step :
For the fourth step, one should have an overall aerobic base training time of at least 120 hours in Zone 1. As this training load/frequency should be dispersed over at least a 25-30 day period. It’s not going to be the same for all and the training times are going to greatly depend on your level of physical fitness at the start of training.
- Fifth Step :
One should have the basic knowledge and competence in several mountain skill sets including Climbing self-rescue, crevasse rescue training, general mountaineering skills (using, ice ax, crampons, crossing glacier) and wilderness medical training.
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I hope this Information regarding high altitude trekking in Nepal gives you useful insights on how to prepare oneself and choose the appropriate trek to the beautiful, magnificent and aspiring regions. So, you need not worry as all the above-mentioned treks are unique and adventurous in their own right and no matter which you choose you will have the best experience. So, you can rest assured, relax and there’s no way you are not going to have a wonderful time.
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