Nirekha Peak 6,159m. Climbing

Trip Fact

Trip Duration 21 Days

Destination Nepal

Trip Grade Mountaineering

Activity Peak Climbing

Max. Altitude 6159m. - 20206ft.

Accomodation Lodge + Camping

Transportation By Air

Meals Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Best Season Spring & Autumn

Minimum Pax 1 Climber

Maximum Pax No Limit

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An magnificent treks to the Gokyo Lakes including an ascent of Gokyo Ri, Nirekha Peak climbing, Chola Pass offering superb views of Mt. Everest

Nirekha (6,159m.) peak is located in the Khumbu region close to the well-known Cho-La Pass crossing between Gokyo and Lobuche. The normal ascent to the Nirekha Peak is a great and depending on the conditions difficult climb. It’s a great route for experienced alpine climbers. The ascent is mostly on ice and snow but demands good fitness and acclimatization as most of the difficult climbing is above 5,800m. only experienced climbers should attempt this route, though it is partially saved with fixed ropes. The summit consists of two summit pyramids.

The Kanchung Peak Base Camp is the preferable starting point from the lake camp it is hardly doable in one day. Both ascents are scenically beautiful. This peak climbing can be done towards from Gokyo side as well as from Dzongla (Labuche) side.

Detail Itinerary

Peak Climbing Cost Includes:

Land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, trekking pick up and drop).
4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
3 Major meals; B/L/D (by Lodge menu) and accommodation at best available teahouse lodge and tented camp during the trek en-route.
Twin sharing North Face brand tent, dining tent, Kitchen tent, staff tent, Kitchen utensil etc.).
1 English speaking equipped trekking + climbing guide, Cook and necessary Porters with their daily wages and insurance.
Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
Climbing guide Equipment Charges as well as for crews.
Per member 15 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
Snow bars and rope for the climbing as well as tented camp while on climbing to Nirekha Peak.
Twin sharing North Face brand tent, dining tent, Kitchen tent, staff tent, Kitchen utensil etc.).
Peak Permit, Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entrance fees, Sagarmatha National Park permit and garbage deposit.
Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu with airport tax and luggage cargo fees.
Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
All official taxes and service charge.

Peak Climbing Cost Doesn’t Include:

Personal transportation except above programs.
Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and Peak climbing gears etc.
High tent, high food and sleeping bag.
Gammo Bag for the life saving device, incase of altitude sickness for Member.
Personal Nature expenses.
Emergency evacuation (If incase).
Drinks except tea and coffee.
Airfare: To and from your country.
Nepal entry, re-entry visa fees and international airport departure taxes.
Personal travel insurance.
Tips for trekking crews.

Spring Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,800m.) and trek to Phakding (2,652m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 04: Phakding – Namche Bazar. (3,440m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 05: Rest day for Acclimatization and explore around. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 06: Namche Bazar – Dole Village (4,200m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 07: Dole – Machhermo (4,470m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 08: Machhermo – Gokyo (4,790m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 09: Ascent Gokyo Ri Peak (5,360m.) and back to Gokyo. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 10: Gokyo – Dragnag (Thangnag - 4,700m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 11: Dragnag – Nirekha Base Camp (4,950m.) Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
Day 12: Rest day for acclimatization and climbing preparation. O/N at Camping.
Day 13: Nirekha Base Camp to High Camp (5,300m.) O/N at Camping.
Day 14: Ascent to Nirekha Peak summit (6,159m.) and return to Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
Day 15: Contingency day, incase of bad weather, Clean Base Camp & backpack. O/N at Camping/Hotel.
Day 16: Nirekha Peak Base Camp - Dole Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 17: Dole Village - Namche Bazar and transfer to Hotel.
Day 18: Namche Bazar – Lukla and overnight at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 19: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 20: Kathmandu leisure and farewell dinner at evening.
Day 21: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.

Autumn Itinerary

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Mountain Info

Location: Asia, Nepal
Trip Days: 21 Days
Height: 6159m. - 20206ft.
Latitude: 27° 58′ 39″ N
Longitude: 86° 45′ 46″ E
Grade: Mountaineering
Normal Ascent Route: West Face
First Ascent: by Matt Fioretti and Greg Valentine in April 2003.
Easiest Route: Rock/glacier/Snow/ice climb
Group Size: Minimum 2 Person/Group Joining Basis/Private Group
Lodging Level: Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accomodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu and 16 Nights Lodges/Camping
Food: Included B/L/D except main meals in Kathmandu
Best Seasons: Spring/Autumn
Caravan Route: Kathmandu - Lukla - Namche Bazar - Machharmo - Gokyo Lake - Thangna - Nirekha Base Camp - Dole - Namche Bazar - Lukla - Kathmandu

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