Mountaineering and mountain climbing are the same sport adventure. The goal is to attempt or reach the highest points in the mountainous regions, for the sheer pleasure of accomplishing your desired result. However, make note that if you are not trained, this activity is a dangerous sports pastime.

You may be asking yourself this question if a close friend or partner is determined to achieve this sport. Especially if it is not a sport, you are interested in taking part in with your partner. So then, why do people engage in mountaineering? The individual determined to challenge this sport is likely trying to conquer internal challenges they may have. It may be from facing their fears of height, or just wanting to push themselves to accomplish physical, mental, or emotional difficulties they feel must strive in today’s world. For those individuals, this challenge becomes necessary to achieve their well-being. Plus, craving to feel that natural high for their spirit and feeling with an extreme sport, their lives can change for the better.

If giving it their best while being satisfied with accomplishment, then why not give it a shot? The mountain is just a means to gain that internal challenge, which drives the climber to succeed. Are you that person? Do you have the courage to try? Do you know what skills you will need and how hard you must train? What about knowing that you may be risking your life? If you are fit or willing to train hard, then let’s take a look at this extreme sport that could change your life forever! Follow along so you will make an informed decision, and for those who are already trained or experienced, here is the information you, too, will need about mountaineering in Nepal.

Where can you go to participate in Mountaineering in Nepal?

Nepal is the jackpot for those wishing to challenge themselves in the mountains. In Nepal, you have the option of trekking the Himalayan Mountain Range, with a total of 1,310 peaks, but where you’ll find another 238 mountains open for climbing. 

Nepal also offers the highest peak in the world, Mount Everest. The Himalayan mountains, along with Annapurna, and Mount Everest, provide difficult challenges, all await you in Nepal with trekking available for those who dare challenge them. Over time, Nepal has become the place for a popular vacation location. The hotspot for mountaineering!  

Deadly Annapurna

Another mountain that climbers keep challenging is Annapurna, which is known for its hundreds of avalanches. Climbers of this mountain must be continuously aware of plummeting rock, snow masses, and ice. With the constant fall of danger, it makes climbing harder and riskier. 

When you first hear Nepal’s country name, your first thought is usually of Mount Everest and then the Himalayans, but you should learn many other names for Mountaineering. From the 3,000 foot summits of the Churiya Hills to the Himalayans’ giants to the most sequestered, one of these will be your next challenge.

Polls tell us these are the top 6 best mountains for Mountaineering in Nepal:

1. Annapurna Mountain Range-Mount Everest
2. Poon Hill–Pokhara
3. Sarangkot–Pokhara
4. Chandragiri Hills-Kathmandu
5. Kala Pattar–Khumbu
6. Kala Patthar–Sagarmatha National Park

What does it cost to go mountaineering?

• Mt. Manaslu -expedition permit (Royalty; US$ 900 each)

• Machapuchare–Annapurna Region (cost ranges from USD $800 to USD $1,200 )

Mount Manaslu-Gurkha Photograph Below 

What equipment do you need for Mountaineering?

• Climbing pack

First, you need to select your backpack. Some mountaineers say that you should never have a backpack greater than 25 liters, while others felt up to 45 liters is acceptable. However, most climbers who have spoken out agreed the design should fit close to your back, have easy access, and packed tightly. Many climbers advise packing clothing, first aid, and your ditty bag on the bottom before packing equipment.

• Packing equipment:

Pack your climbing equipment, harness, and slings first, and then the more massive articles such as the quick draw. The metal pieces are to be packed towards the middle, and food in the zipper compartment along the sides for easy accessibility. The Guide  Book is massive and should be packed in the lid pocket, where they are at the center of gravity to the body. Then you place the helmet on top to complete your backpack. If your rope is in a butterfly coil, you can quickly put it under the lid and then tie it in on the right and left. It is imperative to have a zipper that runs across the back of the backpack so you can open it and see the entire contents, making it easy to take what you want and close it back up without disturbing the other belongings.

• Rather than listing the items, you will need, I refer you to the best list I have found online from REI. The list is located under the essentials list, but you may not need items based on the route, precisely what you are doing, the number of days you are on the mountain, and the weather.

Basic Pack List

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/mountaineering-checklist.html

I wish to thank REI for the use of their diagram of essential tools needed. Be sure to check them for supplies. You will find them the most helpful in advising you of the items you will need. 

Be sure to pack these items, which are easily forgotten, but be of practical use: 

Cellphone charging unit, Nepal Power Adapter, Universal Waterproof Phone Case, Activated Charcoal for new foods that may bother your intestines, rendering diarrhea, Travel towel, neck wallet, and travel toilet paper. Other useful pack-along would include a LifeStraw-for under $20 to protect the drinking water you consume and Hand sanitizer. I strongly recommend Travel Insurance.

Essential Food for Mountaineering?

• String cheese.
• Chocolate bars.
• Dried fruit.
• Honey and banana.
• Tortilla wraps.
• Energy and granola bars.
• Caffeinated gel packets. 
• Mini burritos, pre-cooked.

What time of year is best for Mountaineering?

Nepal visitors for trekking and mountaineering are said to be the most popular in the Spring. It’s also said that it is the best time of year for climbing due to the weather being warm enough and the views being clear. The chances of cloud cover, rain or snow, are less in this season than any other time. Conflicting reports say May or the post Monsoon season of October or November. So, despite the fact I was born and raised in Nepal, weather conditions have changed. I cannot say which is better, so I recommend contacting the local travel agency or Travelers Bureau for the most accurate and trusted updated information.

What type of clothes is best for Mountaineering? 

Here are items that are suggested amongst many Mountaineer’s:

Waterproof Shell  Jacket, Waterproof Shell Trousers, Expedition Down Jacket and Trousers, Mid-weight Insulated Jacket, Fleece Tops and Trousers, Base Layers…Top and Bottom, Foot Wear, Snow Gaiters Mountaineering Boots, Down Bivvy Boots, Headwear, warm hat, ski goggles, Mountaineering Gloves, fleece gloves, and Expedition Mittens.

Safer mountains where Mountaineering can be accomplished in Nepal

Stok Kangri at, 6,000m, is an excellent choice. However, it has been closed to aid the land in recovering what tourists have done to the water supply. It will re-open in two years. However, Nepal introduces Kang Yatse 2 as an excellent alternative for beginner Mountaineers or those wanting to hone their skills. This peak is perfect for an introduction to Himalayan climbing, at 6250m.

 This western summit, known as Kang Yatse 2, lies as the head and one of Markha Valley’s twin peaks. It is a perfect alternative to Stok Kangri at 6,000m. There is an almost unknown valley named Lhota. At this time, while it is so rarely used, you can experience the Ladakhi landscape, a nearly uninhabited place, which is the approach to the base camp. Mountaineering is an extraordinary way to acclimatize by exploring the Buddhist monasteries and palaces of the Indus Valley. You will have the opportunity to travel the world’s highest road by vehicle, showing a panorama of the Karakorum range (5390m). After you have trekked through the Lhato Valley, you will be further acclimatized for the remainder of your climb, ensuring your fitness prepares you for the summit attempt. The trek to Kang Yatse 2 involves crossing easy, angled rocks, small in size, and snow slopes. There are over 50 mountains in the Himalayans over 23,000 feet. This mountain range is certainly one that can satisfy the mountaineer.

What type of boots is best for Mountaineering in Nepal?

Here are a few brand names recommended for mountaineering. Your feet and hands are critical for protecting against the harsh elements.

What are a few names for the Best boots for peak climbing in Nepal | 6000m peaks? 

• La Sportiva Spantik. The Spantik is a double boot designed for cold, high altitudes environments. …
• La Sportiva G5. …
• Scarpa Phantom Tech. …
• Scarpa Phantom 6000. …
• La Sportiva Nepal Cube GTX. …
• La Sportiva Baruntse. 

Recommended Boots from Switch Back Travel as the Best by Classification:

• High Altitude Mountaineering Boot: La Sportiva Olympus Mons Cube $1,199
• A Classic Leather Boot for 3-Season Mountaineering: Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Evo ($420)

The boots listed above are only suggestions from averaging Mountaineers’ comments, and I have no interest in any of these companies.

What type of Backpack is best in overall categories? 

• • • • • • • • • Patagonia Ascensionist 40 (35 liters)

For longer journeys, the Osprey 52 is highly recommended, but this Patagonia takes the award with review panels for those looking for lighter weight.

• Osprey Mutant 38

This backpack won the award for Best Overall Mountaineering and Alpine Model by a few review panels. Keep in mind that it is 38 liters. Although past models of this pack have not been a favorite with climbers, the updates take it to the best overall Mountaineering Backpack.

Some interesting Mountaineering Facts about Nepal?

Attention Mountaineers: Is it possible a Mountaineer may run across a Yeti? You be the judge! You may never know when you turn up a rock if Yeti is not close by lurking in the wooded areas watching as you ascend the mountain!

• It takes ten weeks to climb Mount Everest.

  

• Himalayan folklore of the Yeti describes it as a monstrous creature or a giant bipedal ape believed to be located in the Himalayas wooded areas. 
• Mount Everest Base Camp, has WiFi Service
• Mount Everest has more than 7,000 peaks.
• Nepal is known for its distinctive mountains, surrounded by the magnificence of 8 of the ten highest mountains in the world, called ‘Eight-thousander.’ (8000m.-(26,247 ft) high above sea level).
• Nepal is known for extreme elevations in altitude and depth, is the second deepest canyon on earth.
• The capital of Nepal, Kathmandu, was once a lake.
• Nepal was the only state in the world with Hinduism as the official religion, until 2006. @Wikipedia