Mountaineering in nepal

Discover the best mountain climbing and mountaineering routes in nepal.

Why climb in Nepal

Nepal is the ultimate destination for mountaineers, offering some of the highest and most iconic peaks in the world, including Mount Everest. It’s a country where mountaineering history runs deep, and the Himalayan landscape is both breathtaking and challenging. Climbing in Nepal provides the chance to experience high-altitude adventure in the world’s most dramatic mountain ranges, rich cultural encounters with Sherpa communities, and access to well-established trekking routes. Whether you're a beginner looking for your first 6000-meter peak or a seasoned mountaineer seeking a new challenge, Nepal will captivate you and leave a permanent mark in your heart.

Pretty much everything is arranged from the capital Kathmandu - with one neighborhood 'Thamel' the place you'll find all expedition agencies and gear shops. It's in my opinion one of the best places to buy gear in the world. They have real equipment at exception prices - with a huge range. There's also loads of fake stuff, and everything in between. 

When to climb in Nepal

The best time to go climbing in Nepal is:
  • March to May
  • September to November

The best seasons for climbing in Nepal are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November).

  • Spring: The weather is warmer, and the days are longer, making it ideal for summit attempts. However, visibility may be slightly lower due to dust in the air.

  • Autumn: Considered the best time for climbing due to crystal-clear skies and cooler temperatures. The monsoon rains settle the dust, providing clearer views and making the routes less slippery.

Avoid climbing during the summer monsoon (June-August) due to heavy rains, unstable slopes, and limited visibility. Winter (December-February) is extremely cold, especially at higher altitudes, and is only recommended for the most experienced climbers.

Where to climb in Nepal

Mountain climbing expeditions in Nepal - Guided Peaks
  • Everest Region (Khumbu): Home to Mount Everest, the Khumbu region is the most popular for trekking and climbing. In addition to Everest, peaks like Ama Dablam, Island Peak, and Lobuche East are excellent options for climbers of varying experience levels. The area is well-equipped with tea houses, guides, and gear shops.

  • Annapurna Region: Known for its dramatic landscape and relatively easier access compared to the Everest region, the Annapurna area offers peaks like Annapurna I, Gangapurna, and Pisang Peak. It's a great choice for climbers seeking technical challenges and scenic beauty.

  • Langtang Region: Close to Kathmandu, the Langtang region offers a less crowded but equally stunning trekking and climbing experience. Peaks like Langtang Lirung and Yala Peak are accessible for those looking to avoid the more touristed regions.

  • Rolwaling and Dolpo: These regions are more remote and see fewer climbers. Peaks like Gaurishankar and the Rolwaling Range offer technical and isolated climbs for those seeking adventure off the beaten path.

Climbs in Nepal

There are 36 Climbs in Nepal. Get an idea of what separates them here:

Most popular

The classic climbs in Nepal:

climm Island peak
Island peak
 PD - AD
Nepal
$1,600
 6,189 m
climm Mera peak
Mera peak
 PD
Nepal
$1,560
 6,476 m
climm Everest
Everest
 AD
Nepal
$3,495
 8,849 m

Lesser known

Escape the crowds and get of the beaten path in Nepal with these climbs:

climm Pisang peak
Pisang peak
 PD - AD
Nepal
$1,599
 6,091 m

Most difficult

If you want to challenge yourself, consider these climbs in Nepal:

climm Ama Dablam
Ama Dablam
 TD
Nepal
$10,725
 6,812 m
climm Annapurna
Annapurna
 D
Nepal
$10,000
 8,091 m
climm Makalu
Makalu
 TD
Nepal
$10,999
 8,481 m

Other climbs in Nepal:

climm Chulu east
Chulu east
 PD
Nepal
$1,620
 6,584 m
climm Lobuche east
Lobuche east
 PD - AD
Nepal
$1,799
 6,119 m
climm Himlung Himal
Himlung Himal
 AD
Nepal
$11,000
 7,126 m
climm Dhampus Peak
Dhampus Peak
 PD
Nepal
$2,200
 6,012 m
climm Cholatse
Cholatse
 D - TD
Nepal
$11,000
 6,440 m
climm Baruntse
Baruntse
 AD
Nepal
$10,000
 7,129 m
climm Chulu West
Chulu West
 PD
Nepal
$1,580
 6,419 m
climm Thamserku
Thamserku
 AD
Nepal
$11,500
 6,608 m
climm Annapurna IV
Annapurna IV
 AD
Nepal
$12,950
 7,525 m
climm Pumori
Pumori
 D
Nepal
$10,000
 7,161 m
climm Dorje Lakpa
Dorje Lakpa
 D
Nepal
$3,200
 6,966 m
climm Annapurna South
Annapurna South
 D
Nepal
$10,200
 7,219 m
climm Chamlang
Chamlang
 D
Nepal
$10,555
 7,319 m
climm Cho Oyu
Cho Oyu
 PD
Nepal
$18,500
 8,188 m
climm Dhaulagiri
Dhaulagiri
 D
Nepal
$10,449
 8,167 m
climm Pokalde
Pokalde
 F
Nepal
$1,495
 5,806 m
climm Api Himal
Api Himal
 AD
Nepal
$11,555
 7,132 m
climm Langtang Lirung
Langtang Lirung
 D
Nepal
$5,900
 7,234 m
climm Kyajo Ri
Kyajo Ri
 PD
Nepal
$2,500
 6,186 m
climm Gangapurna
Gangapurna
 D
Nepal
$10,600
 7,455 m
climm Putha Hiunchuli
Putha Hiunchuli
 PD
Nepal
$10,490
 7,246 m
climm Larkya peak
Larkya peak
 PD
Nepal
$1,350
 6,249 m
climm Kusum Kanguru Peak
Kusum Kanguru Peak
 D
Nepal
$2,765
 6,367 m
climm Lhotse
Lhotse
 AD
Nepal
$10,449
 8,516 m
climm Singu Chuli
Singu Chuli
 D
Nepal
$2,198
 6,501 m
climm Tilicho Peak
Tilicho Peak
 D
Nepal
$11,750
 7,134 m
climm Kangchenjunga
Kangchenjunga
 D
NepalIndia
$20,000
 8,586 m
climm Manaslu
Manaslu
 PD
Nepal
$10,000
 8,163 m
climm Pachermo peak
Pachermo peak
 PD
Nepal
$2,070
 6,273 m

Climb difficulties in Nepal

How many of each difficulty grade can you find a route for.

French AlpineDifficulty descriptionQuantity
FEasy. Suitable for beginners, minimal technical skills required.1
PDNot very difficult. Some technical skills required, with moderate exposure.13
ADFairly difficult. Requires good technical skills and experience, with significant exposure.10
DDifficult. Requires advanced technical skills and experience, with high exposure.13
TDVery difficult. Requires very advanced technical skills, experience, and serious commitment.3
EDExtremely difficult. Requires exceptional technical skills, experience, and high commitment.0

Pictures from climbing in Nepal

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Guides with trips in Nepal

Guide costs for climbing in Nepal

There are 856 guided trips listed for Nepal. Trips range from $580 to $98,000, and average $10,943 per expedition.

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Alpinist Club Team of experienced mountain guides and enthusiasts who have been organizing treks and expeditions in Nepal for over a decade. Our team has successfully summited Everest and other challenging peaks, driven by a strong passion for adventure. As a mountaineering club, we bring together people who love climbing and outdoor adventures. We promote rock climbing, ice climbing, trekking, and peak climbing. We organize trips, expeditions, and training programs to help members improve their skills and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow adventurers.

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Welcome to Dream Himalaya Adventures. We are a mountain trekking and expedition logistics provider based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Our team of professional and experienced Sherpa specialise in adventure treks, climbing and support to the world’s tallest and most challenging mountains in Nepal, Tibet, India, Bhutan and Pakistan. Whatever adventure or holiday you might be looking for - be it trekking, mountaineering, wildlife excursions, whitewater rafting, nature or cultural tours - Dream Himalaya Adventures can provide you with the opportunity and support to make it the trip of a lifetime.

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Our climbing expeditions maximize many years of accumulated wisdom leading trips to the highest mountains on the planet, a strong record of reaching the top of 8000ers: Everest, K2, Kangchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu, Shishapangma and many other high altitude summits in all safety, along with an intimate knowledge of the officials who regulate the permit system. We have conducted countless 8000, 7000 and 6000 metre peak expeditions, and consider ourselves specialists in identifying, organizing expeditions to, and getting teams safely to the summit and back down. We have been running expedi

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SummitClimb Guided expedition to Ama Dablam
Ama Dablam
SummitClimb Guided expedition to Lobuche east
Lobuche east
$8,350
For over four decades, we have been dedicated to providing unforgettable outdoor experiences in the United States and beyond. With operations in California, Oregon, Nevada, and internationally, we prioritize small group sizes, meticulous attention to detail, and the expertise of our professionally trained guides. Join us for a ski, rock climbing, or mountaineering adventure in one of our stunning locations. For us, being an outfitter means more than just reaching the summit. It means operating with cultural sensitivity and respect, ensuring that every interaction has a positive impact.

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At Accessible Adventure, we bring your Himalayan dreams to life. With a focus on safety, hospitality, and unforgettable experiences, we organize all mountain climbing programs in Nepal—from epic treks to summit adventures. Let us guide you to the heart of the mountains with warmth and expertise, creating memories that last a lifetime.

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Actual Adventure Pvt Ltd Trekking, Peak Climbing and Adventure Trip in Nepal, Tibet & Bhutan This is a philosophy we take with us all around Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India, helping you reach some incredible destinations on more than 200 itineraries across 4 separate countries. We also strive to provide as much flexibility and choice as we possibly can, making it simple for you to experience a very different holiday. Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd comprises of a group of experienced, proactive and enthusiastic persons who are highly motivated to promote and bring forth to the world the unparallel na

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Nepal Environmental Treks & Expedition offers perhaps the finest trekking and expedition adventures in Nepal. We are renowned for our exceptional track record in organizing treks and mountain expeditions on some of the world’s most challenging and scenic trails in Nepal. Since 1990, we have been exploring the majestic Himalayas. Our operations extend across Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, and India, with a focus on trekking, peak climbing, full-scale mountaineering, white-water rafting, jungle safaris, and tours.

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Green Valley Nepal Treks & Research Hub Pvt. Ltd. essentially integrates eco-friendly trekking, tours, and research for groups as well as individuals. Founded and run by a dedicated, experienced, and academic team of professionals, the company has been organizing trekking, peak climbing, adventure travel, expeditions, tours, and research for individuals and small groups as well as larger parties such as business holidays, airline crews, and travel agent tours in Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan.

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Certificates

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Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Lobuche east
Lobuche east
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Island peak
Island peak
$2,904
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Ama Dablam
Ama Dablam
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Cholatse
Cholatse
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Baruntse
Baruntse
$7,500
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Kyajo Ri
Kyajo Ri
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Chulu West
Chulu West
$4,350
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Everest
Everest
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Himlung Himal
Himlung Himal
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Manaslu
Manaslu
$44,600
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Mera peak
Mera peak
Higher Path Treks & Expeditions Guided expedition to Pokalde
Pokalde
$2,490
Namas Adventure is a premier mountaineering company, specializing in the Annapurna and Everest regions, express rapid expeditions, and challenging missions to unclimbed or remote 8000M, 7000M, and 6000M peaks. We offer thrilling adventures, comprehensive adventure courses, and unique trekking experiences. Feeling overwhelmed by the logistics, safety concerns, planning, and preparations of your mountaineering mission? We have the perfect solution for you. With over 30 years of experience, our team excels in designing, planning, and assembling the right team to create unforgettable adventure to

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Life Himalaya Trekking is a local Trekking Agency in Nepal established in 2016 A.D. in this period; we have successfully operated hundreds of travel and tour packages all over Nepal. Our company was established with the motto of providing the best quality services available in travel destinations. We focus on quality service and giving back to the community than profit-making. We have been successfully fulfilling our motto to date and will continue doing so in the upcoming future. Our managing director Mr. Shiba Hari Rijal, says, “I know where I came from giving back to society is a must for

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Life HImalayan Trekking  Guided expedition to Mera peak
Mera peak
Life HImalayan Trekking  Guided expedition to Island peak
Island peak
Life HImalayan Trekking  Guided expedition to Putha Hiunchuli
Putha Hiunchuli
Life HImalayan Trekking  Guided expedition to Ama Dablam
Ama Dablam
$6,000
Life HImalayan Trekking  Guided expedition to Putha Hiunchuli
Putha Hiunchuli
Life HImalayan Trekking  Guided expedition to Ama Dablam
Ama Dablam
$12,996
Nepal Wilderness Trekking Team is a well-established trekking agency based in Nepal, specializing in adventure travel experiences that showcase the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Himalayas. Known for their commitment to eco-friendly and sustainable tourism, they offer a range of trekking packages that cater to everyone from beginners to experienced trekkers. Their itineraries cover popular trekking routes, like the Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit, as well as off-the-beaten-path destinations, such as the Manaslu Circuit and Upper Mustang, which provide a more secluded exper

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Himalayan Circuit  Guided expedition to Mera peak
Mera peak
Himalayan Circuit  Guided expedition to Island peak
Island peak
$2,769
The adventures that give you joyful experience are in the mountains of Nepal. The snow-capped Himalayan range is the paradise for trekkers and climbers. Nepal Climbing Adventure gives you beautiful adventure travelling experiences to travellers in the mountains of Nepal. Over two decades of service to the adventure travellers in Nepal has set us as a pioneer in the industry. Whether you think of a trekking adventure or climbing and expedition, our services always exceed your expectation.

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Discover Altitude is a trusted trekking and adventure company in Nepal with over 20 years of experience organizing unforgettable journeys across Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan. Founded in 2019 by a seasoned trekking professional, we specialize in creating tailored experiences for trekkers and cultural explorers. Our offerings include guided trekking tours, cultural experiences, peak climbing expeditions, and customized itineraries, all led by expert guides who prioritize your safety and immersion in local culture. Join us to discover the magic of the Himalayas! 📧 [email protected] |

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Himalayan Exploration Treks Pvt. Ltd. is a company founded by passionate mountaineers. It offers adventure treks and tours in the Himalayas. The company emphasizes sustainable tourism and collaborates with local communities. Their treks include popular routes like Everest Base Camp and the Annapurna Circuit, showcasing breathtaking landscapes and cultures. They prioritize safety and customer satisfaction and provide pre-trek briefings, quality gear rentals, and experienced guides.

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We are a well-known company in Nepal that specializes in tours, trekking, and expeditions. Since 2013, we have been providing first-class service to our clients. We are keen to prove our old Nepali proverb, “Guests are Gods to us.” If you have a desire to visit Nepal, we aim to realize your ambitions fully. The main goal of The Nepal Trekking Company is to provide enriching and memorable experiences and share knowledge about Nepal’s rich culture and natural heritage. As a result, in addition to the Himalayas, you will get an up-close look at Nepal’s culture, history, and religion. Our vision

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