22 Mar 2022 7 min to read
Outdoor Himalayan presents a blog on Climbing and Peak Climbing Permit fees. Peak climbing is one of the most adventurous and thrilling experiences for any trekking enthusiast. Taking a closer view of the majestic show-capped mountains and experiencing every inch is a dream come true for everyone. Being home to over 1300 peaks and 8 of the 14 highest peaks in the world, peak climbing is most certainly one of the best activities you can indulge in Nepal. Here is a list of some of the most popular peak-climbing experiences in Nepal.
Mera Peak is the highest peak which is defined as a “trekking peak” in Nepal. Standing 6,476 m high, this peak doesn’t require any technical skills as the path is quite straightforward and not too steep but reaching the summit is long and energy-draining so you need to ensure you have the physical fitness to climb the summit. Since it’s a long walk to reach the summit, you should also ensure you are properly hydrated. Climbing the Mera peak can take up to 2 weeks.
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
Island peak climbing is one of the most popular climbing peaks in Nepal. Standing 6,165 m tall, island peak climbing is good practice for anyone who wishes to reach the 8000m+ wonders. Taking the route from Lukla-Namche-Tengboche- Dingboche- Base camp, Island peak climbing is one of the most adventurous and fun-filled trekking destinations of Nepal. To complete this fun-filled and adventurous journey, around three weeks is required.
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
Lobuche is also enlisted under “peak climbing” by the Nepal Mountaineering Association because you require a climbing permit, mountaineering skills, and all the climbing gears contradictory to other trekking peaks that require none. To reach this 6,119 m tall Lobuche East summit, we need to travel through the Lukla-Namche-Tengboche-Dingboche-Lobuche-Lobuche Peak Base camp route. Exploring all the beautiful and majestic scenes, this is also one of the most fulfilling and adventurous tours of Nepal. You can complete this adventure within 3-4 weeks.
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
Parchamo peak climbing comprises two adventures trekking through Tashi Lapcha Pass (5,755 m) and climbing the Parchamo Peak in succession. Climbing Parchamo (6,187 m) not only gives you the joy of mountaineering but also combines two wonderful Himalayan trekking regions of Nepal, the Rolwaling and the Khumbu areas, in a single route. Traveling through the Dolakha-Siguti-Jagat-Simigaon-Chagebukharka-Beding-Na-Base camp route, in about 3-4 weeks, this adventure satisfies your longing for an adventure experience that goes above the level of high mountain treks with a hint of mountaineering. For climbing and peak climbing permit fees costing for different seasons, mentioned below:
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
Under Climbing and Peak Climbing Permit fees, the Kyajo Ri ascent is designed for someone who wants to experience exciting and adventurous mountain climbing but does not want to take the risk of having to climb the 8000-m tall mountain giants. Standing 6,286 m tall, this ascent was officially opened for climbing only in 2002 A.D. Traveling through the Lukla-Namche-Gokyo-Base Camp route, this ascent offers the magnificent view of Gokyo lakes and Gokyo Ri, the formidable Renjo La Pass as well as the entire Everest Base Camp Trek with Kalapatthar and Gorakshep. This trip takes around three weeks to complete.
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
Traveling through the beautiful Langtang valley, observing the virgin nature with wonderful creations of nature like red pandas, Himalayan black bears, langur monkeys, snow leopards, and many more, you will reach the base of the Yala Peak (5,500 m). Yala Peak Ascent comes with marvelous treks in the Langtang Region exploring the flora and fauna of this beautiful region of Nepal and can be completed within 1-2 weeks.
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
The Pisang Peak ascent is a moderately difficult peak-climbing journey. It combines with the world-renowned Annapurna circuit. This has been an attraction for mountaineers who want to have an experience of mountain climbing with the best view and taste of excellent trekking all in a single trail. To reach The Pisang Peak (6,091 m), we generally follow the Beshishahar-Bahundanda-Chamje-Bagarchhap-Chame- Pisang Base camp route and complete this tour in about three weeks
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
Chulu West peak climbing is one of the most on-demand trekking peaks in Nepal because it is not technically challenging and does not impose serious challenges during the ascent. Chulu is mostly popular because of its location along the Annapurna circuit near the well-known Thorang La Pass. Standing 6,419 m high, Chulu Westin-demand is one of the most popular destinations not only in the Manang region but in the entire Nepal. It takes around three weeks to complete this trail traveling through the Besishahar-Ngadi-Jagat-Dharapani route.
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
One of the best routes for traveling, tent peak climbing offers nature at its best experience to the visitors. This route comprises of travel through the Annapurna Base camp, Macchapuchre Base camp, and the Ghorepani-Poonhill Trek all in a single route. The tent peak (5663m) receives the most number of climbers. This amazing tour lasts up to three weeks.
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
Bordering with Namche and towering above BhoteKoshi, Kwangde Ri is one of the most adventurous peaks to summit. This peak receives a very less number of climbers due to the difficulty related to its summitry. Standing 6086m high, its altitude is also one of the reasons why it receives fewer climbers but for adventure-loving trekkers and mountain climbers, Kwangde Ri peak is an ideal destination. You can finish summiting this peak in about 2-3 weeks.
Permit fees and costing
Spring (March-May): USD 250
Autumn (September- November): USD 125
Winter (December- February): USD 70
Summer (June-August): USD 70
Following is the list of Climbing and Peak Climbing Permit fees.
Mountain/Peak | Spring | Autumn | Winter | Summer | ||
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Name | Height (m.) | Himalayan Range | March-April-May | Sept-Oct-Nov | Dec-Jan-Feb | June-July-August |
Chulu East | 6584m | Damodar | USD 400 | USD 200 | USD 100 | USD 100 |
Hiunchuli | 6434m | Annapurna | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Khongma Tse(Mehara) | 5849m | Khumbu | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Kusum Kangru | 6360m | Khumbu | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Naya Kanga | 5863m | Langtang | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt. ABI | 6043m | Mahalangur | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt. Bokta | 6114m | Kanchenjunga | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt.Chekigo | 6121m | Gaurishankar | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt.Cholatse | 6440m | Mahalangur | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt.Langsisa Ri | 6412m | Jugal | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt.Larkya Peak | 6416m | Manaslu | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt.Nirekha | 6159m | Mahalangur | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt.Ombigaichen | 6340m | Mahalangur | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt.Phari Lapcha | 6017m | Mahalangur | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Mt.Yubra Himal | 6048m | Langtang | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Paldor Peak | 5903m | Langtang | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Ramdung | 5900m | Rolwaling | USD 250 | USD 125 | USD 70 | USD 70 |
Shigu Chuli(fluted) | 6501m | Annapurna | USD 400 | USD 200 | USD 100 | USD 100 |