Most popular6,189 mIsland Peak Climbing
The classic first Himalayan summit, below the south face of Lhotse, with a spare day for bad weather.
- 16 days
- Alpine PD+
- Fixed ropes
FromUSD 2,349
Peak Climbing · Nepal Himalaya · 2027 Season
Your first Himalayan summit.
Island Peak, Mera, Lobuche and other 6,000 m trekking peaks, through to Ama Dablam, Baruntse, Cho Oyu and Everest. Licensed climbing guides, permits and high camps, all handled by our team in Kathmandu.
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On the Mera Peak glacier, Hinku valley
- Licensed operatorGovernment of Nepal · GETA member
- 3,000+travellers guided
- 20+ yearsguide experience in the Himalaya
- Summit certificateissued by the government
- Office in Thamelgear checks before you fly
Choose your summit
From first 6,000er to 8,000 m
Every climb includes a licensed climbing guide, the climbing permit, high-altitude tents and a government summit certificate. Prices are per person.
Most popular6,189 m
Best acclimatised6,189 mIsland Peak via Everest Base Camp
Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar first for better acclimatisation, then the summit.
- 20 days
- Alpine PD+
- EBC included
FromUSD 2,399
Highest trekking peak6,476 mMera Peak Climbing
A glaciated, mostly non-technical summit with views of five 8,000 m peaks, including Everest.
- 17 days
- Alpine F/PD
- High camp
FromUSD 2,599
Technical6,119 mLobuche Peak Climbing
Base Camp and Kala Patthar, a training day, then a steeper, more exposed summit than Island Peak.
- 22 days
- Alpine PD+/AD-
- Training day
FromUSD 2,499
Annapurna region6,091 mPisang Peak Climbing
Summit above the Manang valley, then cross Thorong La on the Annapurna Circuit.
- 17 days
- Alpine PD+
- + Thorong La
FromUSD 2,099
Off the beaten path6,186 mKyajo Ri Peak Climbing
A quiet rock-and-snow summit in a side valley above Namche, far from the crowds.
- 16 days
- Alpine AD-
- Small groups
FromUSD 3,299
The climber's mountain6,812 mAma Dablam Expedition
Steep rock, ice and exposed ridges on the Southwest Ridge, the route of the 1961 first ascent.
- 31 days
- Technical
- 3 high camps
FromUSD 6,699
First 7,000er7,129 mMt Baruntse Expedition
Through the Hinku valley and over Mera La to a 7,000 m summit: the natural step towards 8,000 m.
- 30 days
- Alpine AD
- Remote valleys
FromUSD 7,999
First 8,000er8,188 mMt Cho Oyu Expedition
The world's sixth-highest mountain, climbed from Tibet, and often called the most accessible 8,000 m peak.
- 40 days
- 8,000 m
- Via Tibet
FromUSD 18,599
Top of the world8,849 mMt Everest Expedition
The South Col route from Nepal, through the Khumbu Icefall, in a full spring expedition season.
- 65 days
- Extreme altitude
- Spring only
FromUSD 34,999
Want a private climb, a different peak or to combine a summit with a trek? Tell us what you have in mind and we'll build a custom plan.
The climbing ladder
Every peak we climb, side by side
Most climbers work their way up. Start on a trekking peak, add technical skills, then step up to 7,000 m and 8,000 m. Pick a peak to compare it.
Non-technical
Technical trekking peak
Expedition peak
8,000 m
Alpine grades (F = easy, PD = moderately difficult, AD = fairly difficult) are approximate and change with snow and ice conditions.
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Which summit is right for you?
Answer three quick questions and we'll suggest the climb that matches your experience, time and ambitions.
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Day by day
How you build up to summit day
Choose a climb to see its altitude profile and daily plan. Tap a day for details. Summit days depend on weather, so every climb has a spare day.
The altitude listed for each day is the highest point you reach. On expeditions you climb to the high camps and come back down to base camp several times to acclimatise before the summit push.
2027 departures
Group dates & prices
Join a small climbing team on a fixed date, or climb privately on dates that suit you. One clear price per person.
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Twin-share prices · solo climbers welcome (single supplement on request)
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When to climb
Climbing seasons, month by month
JanToo cold
FebVery cold
MarSeason opens
AprPrime season
MayEverest summits
JunMonsoon
JulMonsoon
AugMonsoon
Sep8,000 m season
OctPrime season
NovAma Dablam
DecCold, windy
Spring · Apr–May
Warmer summit days and long weather windows. Everest and Lhotse teams fill the Khumbu, and Everest summits usually come in mid to late May.
Autumn · Oct–Nov
The most stable weather of the year and the clearest views. This is the main season for Ama Dablam and the trekking peaks.
Winter · Dec–Feb
Clear skies but bitter cold and strong winds high up. We only recommend 6,000 m peaks in winter for experienced, well-equipped climbers.
Good to know
What your price covers
Shown for the 16-day Island Peak climb. Expeditions add full base camp services, high camps and medical oxygen. Every trip page lists its exact inclusions.
Included
- Airport pickup and drop-off, two nights in a 3-star Kathmandu hotel, and dinners before and after the climb
- Kathmandu–Lukla flights, airport tax and all ground transport
- Teahouse lodging and all meals on the trek
- Licensed, first-aid trained climbing guide and porters
- Island Peak climbing permit plus park and local permits
- High-altitude tents, cook and kitchen staff, and a duffel bag
- Government-issued summit certificate
- Helicopter rescue arranged if needed (billed to your insurer)
Not included
- International flights and Nepal visa fee
- Meals in Kathmandu, apart from the two dinners
- Bottled water and drinks on the trail
- Personal climbing gear: boots, crampons, harness, ice axe and helmet
- Insurance covering roped mountaineering and helicopter evacuation (required)
- Tips for your guide and porters
Tip: most climbing gear can be rented in Thamel. We'll send you a gear list and check your kit in our office before you fly to Lukla.
3,000+travellers have trekked and climbed with our team
Why Caravan Outdoors
A local team, not a middleman
We're based in Thamel, Kathmandu. The person who answers your message is part of the team that plans, staffs and supports your climb.
- Experienced climbing guides
Many of our guides have worked in the Himalaya for more than 20 years. Every climbing guide is licensed and first-aid trained.
- Built for safe summits
Acclimatisation days and a spare summit day on every peak climb. Expeditions carry medical oxygen and a Gamow bag at base camp.
- Permits & logistics handled
Climbing permits, Lukla flights, base camp, high camps and the government summit certificate, all arranged in Kathmandu.
- Tourism that gives back
We support communities through our work with the Pioneer Foundation, a Kathmandu non-profit.
In their words
Climbers & trekkers on Caravan Outdoors
Great experience! I did the Island Peak Climb, everything was very well organised and our climbing guide was one of the most experienced.
I had never done anything like this before, climbing a peak, and they were very helpful in directing me to what I needed to get and do before arriving.
My guide Khem and porter Dhurba have been excellent companions during the trek. Caravan has made things really easy from the very beginning.
My gratitude to Gautam, the owner, who spent a lot of time planning this, making changes up to the last minute, always adapting everything to my needs.
I'm satisfied with how Caravan Outdoors managed to pull this trip off. The flights to Lukla weren't going for days, but they managed to get me there.
Caravan Outdoor means assistance, courtesy, know-how. Thank you very much for this experience.
FAQ
Questions climbers ask us most
Not sure you're ready?
Tell us what you've climbed or trekked before and we'll tell you honestly which peak makes sense, or what to do first.
Ask on WhatsAppDo I need climbing experience for Island Peak or Mera Peak?
No previous summit is needed, but you must be a fit, confident trekker. Island Peak uses crampons, a harness and fixed ropes on its headwall. Mera Peak is less technical but higher, so altitude is the main challenge.
Your climbing guide goes through crampon, harness and ascender use with you before summit day. Some practice at home or on a climbing wall helps.
What is a trekking peak?
Peaks such as Island Peak, Mera Peak, Lobuche East and Pisang are permitted by the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) as "trekking peaks". They are real alpine climbs, but shorter and less technical than expedition peaks like Ama Dablam or Everest, which need a government expedition permit.
Should I climb Island Peak or Mera Peak?
Island Peak (6,189 m) is steeper and more technical, with a fixed-rope headwall and an exposed summit ridge. Mera Peak (6,476 m) is higher but mostly a long glacier walk with little technical climbing. Choose Island Peak to learn rope skills, or Mera to test yourself at higher altitude.
What climbing gear do I need?
Mountaineering boots, crampons, a harness, ice axe, ascender (jumar), belay/rappel device, helmet and a warm down jacket, plus your normal trekking kit. Most of it can be rented in Thamel. We'll send you a full gear list and check everything before you fly.
When is the best time for peak climbing in Nepal?
April–May and October–November have the most stable weather. Autumn is Ama Dablam's main season. Everest is climbed in spring, with summits usually in mid to late May. Cho Oyu is climbed in autumn and spring.
How much does it cost to climb Island Peak?
Our 16-day Island Peak climb starts from USD 2,349 per person. That includes the climbing permit, a licensed climbing guide, porters, Lukla flights, all meals on the trek and high-altitude tents. Mera Peak starts from USD 2,599, and expeditions from USD 6,699 (Ama Dablam).
What if the weather stops us on summit day?
Every peak climb has a spare day so we can wait for a better window. Your guide decides on the day based on weather, snow conditions and how the team is doing. The summit is optional; coming home safely isn't.
Which permits do I need?
A climbing permit for your peak (from the NMA for trekking peaks, or the Department of Tourism for expedition peaks), plus national park and local area permits. Cho Oyu is climbed from Tibet and needs a Chinese climbing permit and Tibet travel documents. We arrange all of them.
What insurance do I need?
A policy that covers mountaineering with ropes up to your peak's altitude, including helicopter rescue and medical evacuation. Many travel policies exclude roped climbing, so check the wording carefully.
How do I pay?
A deposit of USD 200 per person secures your place. You can pay it by card through our secure online payment page. The balance is paid before departure or on arrival in Kathmandu.
Start planning
Your summit in four simple steps
No booking engine to wrestle with. Message us and a real person in Kathmandu will plan the climb with you.
- Tell us your experienceWhat you've climbed, your dates, and the peak you have in mind.
- Get your plan & quoteA day-by-day itinerary, gear list and a clear price, with no obligation.
- Reserve with USD 200Pay your deposit securely online to hold your place.
- We handle the restPermits, flights, climbing guide, porters and camps, plus a gear check when you land.