Langtang Region Peaks
Makalu Barun Region
Makalu Barun / Khumbu Region
Upper Dolpo Region
Manaslu Region
Kanchenjunga Region

Cross the High Pass. Climb Beyond the Khumbu.

Nirekha Peak – 6,159 m / 20,206 ft

Nirekha Peak – 6,159 m / 20,206 ft

Overview

Season

Autumn/Spring

Group Size

2+

Max Altitude

6,169 m

Duration

21 Days

Nirekha Peak, generally listed at 6,159 metres, is a challenging technical peak in Nepal’s Khumbu region near Cho La and Gokyo. It offers a combination of high-altitude trekking, glacier travel and technical snow and ice climbing.

The expedition can be approached from the Lobuche–Dzongla side via Cho La or through the Gokyo Valley, depending on the itinerary. A particularly attractive High Altitude Dreams itinerary combines the Everest region, Everest Base Camp/Kala Patthar, Cho La, Nirekha Peak and Gokyo Valley, creating a complete high-altitude circuit. Current commercial itineraries use this combination in approximately 20–22 days.

The climbing section involves glacier travel, crevassed terrain, crampons, fixed ropes and steep snow/ice, with the exact route and high-camp location dependent on current mountain conditions.

Itinerary

Nirekha Peak – 6,159 m / 20,206 ft

21 Days • Itinerary Overview

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Airport reception and transfer to hotel.

Altitude: 1,400 m
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 02

Kathmandu | Preparation & Briefing

Expedition briefing, permit processing and complete equipment check.

Day 03

Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding

Scenic flight to Lukla followed by trekking to Phakding.

Walking: 3–4 hours
Altitude: 2,610 m

Day 04

Phakding to Namche Bazaar

Trek along the Dudh Koshi River and ascend to Namche.

Altitude: 3,440 m
Walking: 5–6 hours

Day 05

Acclimatization at Namche

Acclimatization hike and exploration of Namche and surrounding viewpoints.

Day 06

Namche to Tengboche

Trek through rhododendron forest with spectacular Himalayan views.

Altitude: 3,860 m
Walking: 5–6 hours

Day 07

Tengboche to Dingboche

Continue toward the higher Imja Valley.

Altitude: 4,410 m
Walking: 5–6 hours

Day 08

Dingboche | Acclimatization

Rest and acclimatization. Optional hike toward Nangkartshang Peak.

Day 09

Dingboche to Lobuche

Gradual ascent toward the Khumbu Glacier region.

Altitude: 4,910 m
Walking: 5–6 hours

Day 10

Lobuche to Everest Base Camp & Gorak Shep

Trek toward Gorak Shep and continue to Everest Base Camp.

Everest Base Camp: approximately 5,364 m
Return to Gorak Shep for overnight.

Day 11

Kala Patthar & Trek to Dzongla

Early morning ascent of Kala Patthar for spectacular views of Everest and the surrounding peaks. Descend and continue toward Dzongla.

Kala Patthar: approx. 5,545 m
Dzongla: approx. 4,830 m

Day 12

Dzongla to Nirekha Base Camp via Cho La

Cross the spectacular Cho La Pass and descend toward the Nirekha climbing area.

Cho La: approx. 5,420–5,430 m
Nirekha Base Camp: approximately 5,000 m
Accommodation: Tented Camp

Day 13

Nirekha Base Camp | Rest & Technical Training

Important acclimatization and preparation day.

Training may include:

  • Crampon movement
  • Ice-axe techniques
  • Glacier travel
  • Fixed-rope techniques
  • Ascending and descending fixed lines
  • Rappelling
  • Crevasse-rescue awareness
  • Summit preparation

Day 14

Base Camp to High Camp

Climb toward the high camp through glacial and snow terrain.

High Camp: approximately 5,500 m
Accommodation: Tented Camp

Day 15

Summit Nirekha Peak & Descend

Summit Day.

Early start for the summit. The climb involves glacier travel, steep snow/ice and fixed-rope sections depending on current conditions.

Nirekha Peak: 6,159 m

After reaching the summit, descend carefully to Base Camp or the designated lower camp.

Day 16

Contingency / Weather Day

Reserved for weather, route conditions or an additional summit attempt.

Day 17

Nirekha Base Camp to Gokyo

Descend toward the beautiful Gokyo Valley.

Gokyo: approximately 4,790 m

Day 18

Gokyo to Namche Bazaar

Descend through the Dudh Koshi Valley toward Namche.

Day 19

Namche to Lukla

Final trekking day toward Lukla.

Day 20

Fly Lukla to Kathmandu

Morning flight to Kathmandu, subject to weather.

Transfer to hotel and rest.

Day 21

International Departure

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Nirekha Peak – 6,159 m / 20,206 ft

21 Days – Detailed Itinerary

Airport reception and transfer to hotel.

Altitude: 1,400 m
Accommodation: Hotel

02

Expedition briefing, permit processing and complete equipment check.

03

Scenic flight to Lukla followed by trekking to Phakding.

Walking: 3–4 hours
Altitude: 2,610 m

04

Trek along the Dudh Koshi River and ascend to Namche.

Altitude: 3,440 m
Walking: 5–6 hours

05

Acclimatization hike and exploration of Namche and surrounding viewpoints.

06

Trek through rhododendron forest with spectacular Himalayan views.

Altitude: 3,860 m
Walking: 5–6 hours

07

Continue toward the higher Imja Valley.

Altitude: 4,410 m
Walking: 5–6 hours

08

Rest and acclimatization. Optional hike toward Nangkartshang Peak.

09

Gradual ascent toward the Khumbu Glacier region.

Altitude: 4,910 m
Walking: 5–6 hours

10

Trek toward Gorak Shep and continue to Everest Base Camp.

Everest Base Camp: approximately 5,364 m
Return to Gorak Shep for overnight.

11

Early morning ascent of Kala Patthar for spectacular views of Everest and the surrounding peaks. Descend and continue toward Dzongla.

Kala Patthar: approx. 5,545 m
Dzongla: approx. 4,830 m

12

Cross the spectacular Cho La Pass and descend toward the Nirekha climbing area.

Cho La: approx. 5,420–5,430 m
Nirekha Base Camp: approximately 5,000 m
Accommodation: Tented Camp

13

Important acclimatization and preparation day.

Training may include:

  • Crampon movement
  • Ice-axe techniques
  • Glacier travel
  • Fixed-rope techniques
  • Ascending and descending fixed lines
  • Rappelling
  • Crevasse-rescue awareness
  • Summit preparation
14

Climb toward the high camp through glacial and snow terrain.

High Camp: approximately 5,500 m
Accommodation: Tented Camp

15

Summit Day.

Early start for the summit. The climb involves glacier travel, steep snow/ice and fixed-rope sections depending on current conditions.

Nirekha Peak: 6,159 m

After reaching the summit, descend carefully to Base Camp or the designated lower camp.

16

Reserved for weather, route conditions or an additional summit attempt.

17

Descend toward the beautiful Gokyo Valley.

Gokyo: approximately 4,790 m

18

Descend through the Dudh Koshi Valley toward Namche.

19

Final trekking day toward Lukla.

20

Morning flight to Kathmandu, subject to weather.

Transfer to hotel and rest.

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Trip Inclusions

Trip Inclusions

Everything you need for a comfortable and memorable trek

Accommodation

  • Kathmandu hotel accommodation on twin-sharing basis
  • Tea-house/lodge accommodation during trekking
  • Tented Base Camp accommodation
  • High-altitude climbing camp

Meals

  • Breakfast in Kathmandu
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner during trekking
  • Full-board meals during the climbing/camping section

Transportation

  • Airport transfers
  • Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu domestic flights
  • Necessary ground transportation

Permits & Climbing Logistics

  • Nirekha Peak climbing permit
  • Sagarmatha National Park permit
  • Local permits where applicable
  • Experienced climbing guide / Sherpa
  • High-altitude climbing Sherpa support
  • Base Camp management
  • Kitchen and support staff
  • Climbing rope and essential group climbing equipment
  • Tents and camping equipment
  • Expedition kitchen equipment
  • Porters for trekking and expedition loads according to package

Expedition Support

  • Pre-expedition briefing
  • Equipment inspection
  • Technical climbing training
  • Fixed-rope support where required
  • High-altitude logistics
  • Staff insurance and allowances
  • Waste-management arrangements
  • Applicable government taxes and service charges

Expeditions Exclusions

  1. Nepal Visa Fees
  2. International Airfare
  3. Medical, Travel and Evacuation Insurance
  4. Filming, Photography and Drone Permits
  5. Extra Hotel Nights and Meals in Kathmandu or elsewhere beyond the scheduled itinerary
  6. Telephone, Internet and Laundry Expenses
  7. Tips and Gratuities for trekking and climbing staff, including porters
  8. Personal and Leisure Expenses, including alcoholic beverages and other drinks
  9. Additional Climbing Sherpa(s) or personal climbing support beyond the standard arrangement
  10. Summit Bonus for climbing Sherpa(s)
  11. Additional Transportation or Helicopter Flights not included in the scheduled itinerary
Trek

Nirekha Peak – 6,159 m / 20,206 ft

21 Days • No departure dates

No booking fees • Free cancellation up to 50 days

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