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Mountain Expedition in Nepal

Mountaineering in NepalMountaineering is considered the keystone activity that Nepal offers to the climbers than any country in the world. The eight out of fourteen 8000m peaks lie in Nepal including the Mt. Everest (8848m), the highest peak in the world. Ever since, the country opened its peaks to climbers in 1949, the mountaineering activity has become the most popular trend of alluring hundreds of adventure seekers to Nepal every year. The pioneer of all, this mountaineering was the major starter of tourism in Nepal that dates back to the successful conquering of Mount Annapurna by Mourice Herzog in 1950 and The Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa in 1953.

Mountaineering can range from climbing the highest peak of the world to climbing lower peaks. Although by Himalayan standards 33"Trekking peaks" are consider minor peaks, they nonetheless provide snow and ice climbing and are technically quite challenging.

Above the Himalaya Trekking offer packages. Where we provide gear, food, and transportation. Guides, porter service and also arrange for insurance coverage. Knowledge of altitude sickness and acclimatization process is a must for every mountaineer. The fatal sickness, also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is a danger for climbers ascending 3000 meters and above. Symptoms include headache, loss of appetite and sleeplessness. Immediate descent or evacuation to lower altitude is the best cure.

Mt. Everest Expedition Mt. Everest Expedition

Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world measuring 8,848 m (29,028 feet) in height. It was first climbed on May 29, 1953 by a Newzealander Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay of Nepal. Mount Everest is also known by the Tibetan name Chomolangma (Goddess mother of the snows), and by the Nepali name Sagarmatha (Mother of the Universe). ,..........

Mt. Kanchenjunga EXpedition Mount Kanchejungha Expedition

Kanchenjunga (8,586) is the third highest mountain in the world. It is located on the border of Nepal and Sikkim, just 46 miles northwest of Darjeeling. It is the most easterly of the great 8,000-meter peaks of the Himalaya. It was first climbed by G. Band, Evans & J. Brown in 1955. From 1838 until 1849, it was believed to be the highest mountain in the world. It is an enormous mountain mass, and many satellite peaks rise ...........

Mt. Nuptse Expedition Nuptse Expedition

Nuptse 7855 m shares in the glory of the Everest Massif and is the southern border of the Western Cwm. Viewed from the Thangboche Monastery it appears as a massive wall guarding the approach to Everest. It is joined on the right by Lhotse . Just southwest of Mount Everest . The Tibetan name, Nup-tse, means west-peak...........

 

Mt. Lhotse Expedition Mt. Everest Expedition

Lhotse (8,516) is the fourth highest mountain in the world. Its long east-west crest is located immediately south of Mount Everest and the summits of the two mountains are connected by the South Col, a vertical ridge that never drops below 8,000 meters. Lhotse is sometimes mistakenly identified as the south peak of the Everest massif. No serious attention was turned to climbing Lhotse until after Everest had finally been ascended. ..........

Mt. Makalu Expedition Mt. Everest Expedition

Makalu (8,463) is the fifth highest mountain in the world. It lies in the north east region ofand is a close neighbour to Mount Everest. Despite it being the fifth tallest among the eight thousanders, the mountain is still virtually 'new. It is an isolated peak, located just 14 miles east of Mount Everest. Its size alone is impressive, but its structure, that of a perfect pyramid with four sharp ridges, makes this mountain all the more spectacular. ..........

Mt. Manaslu Expedition Mt. Manaslu Expedition

Manaslu (8,163) is the high peak of the Gorkha massif, and is the eighth highest mountain in the world. It is located about forty miles east of Annapurna, the tenth highest mountain. Climbing Manaslu requires more time than other 8000m Peaks in Nepal due to long approach to reach to the base of the mountain however we can use a helicopter to make a expedition shorter. The name Manaslu is derived from the Sanskrit word Manasa ..........

Mt. Annapurna I Expedition Mt. Annapurna I Expedition

Annapurna I (8091m) is located on the Annapurna massif of the Himalayas, in North-central Nepal. Annapurna I is the 10th highest mountain peak in the world. Annapurna is a Sanskrit name that can be translated as Goddess of the Harvests or more simply the Provider. The mountain has glaciers on its western and northwestern slopes, which drain ..........

 

Mt. Ganesh Himal Expedition Mt. Ganesh Himal Expedition

Singu Chuli is the mountain formerly known as Fluted peak. Singu Chuli lies to the North of Tharpu Chuli along a connecting ridge. This mountain is a much stiffer proposition than Tharpu Chuli, and is the highest of all the trekking peaks in the area. There are no straight forward routes up the mountain. The normal approach is a day or two beyond Machapuchare Base Camp (the last buildings or people you are. ..........

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Mt. Dhaulagiri ExpeditionMt. Dhaulagiri Expedition

Ganesh Himal 7446m is one of the beautiful mountains in the 7000 meter mountain in Nepal. Ganesh is Shiva’s son, the elephant-headed God who is the opener for obstructions. This region lies between Kathmandu and Pokhara. It is easily visible on a clear day from the Kathmandu city. The Ganesh Himal is similar in that it is near to Kathmandu but still rarely visited by tourists despite the relatively an easy trekking destination ...........

Mt. Pumori Expedition Mt. Pumori Expedition

Pumori (7161m) is the most popular mountain for those who whish to climb 7000m peaks in the Himalays of Nepal.  Pumari is generally considered to be technically challenging and requires climbers to be experienced as well as in faultless physical condition. For one such climber this mountain could become the most rewarding challenger in the Himalaya. Normally, three camps are set in the approach above the base camp. .........

Mt. Baruntse Expedition Mt. Baruntse Expedition

Mt. Baruntse (7129m) is one of the best 7000m peak in the Himalayas. Mt. Baruntse lies in between on the lap of Everest and Makalu Mountain. The peak standing majestically in the center of some highest peaks of the Himalaya like Makalu, Lhotse and Nupse offers a rewarding climbing experience. Now a days this This mountain has .........

 

Mt. Api Himal Expedition Mt. Baruntse Expedition

Api Himal (7100m) is Western Nepal’s highest mountain. The area is remote and untouched. Very few tourists have visited the region. This is the country beyond, a wild and extremely beautiful mountain landscape full of exotic people, rapid rivers and pristine forest. This area is a very remote area with Virgin Nature, off beaten path, Mysterious culture .........

 

Thursday, 17 May 2012