Khongma Tse Peak

Khongma Tse Peak Climbing

Khongma Tse, formerly known as Mehra Peak or simply Mehra, is a majestic peak standing tall at an elevation of 5,849 meters. It rises to the north of the Kongma La pass and stands proudly above the Khumbu Glacier, opposite Lobuje.

Khongma Tse is one of several summits that form the lengthy south-west ridge of Nuptse, nestled between the Khumbu and Nuptse Glaciers.

When viewed from Gorak Shep, the summit of Khongma Tse presents a diamond-shaped hanging glacier above a steeply inclined rock wall, constituting the mountain's North Face.

This North Face is characterized by a diagonal ice ramp leading to the lower edge of the glacier. However, the southern side of the mountain is more approachable and is often used as the route of ascent.

From the lakes situated east of the Kongma La pass, a small, stepped glacier descends from the summit of Khongma Tse, nestled between the long, rocky arms that form the mountain's South and South-East Ridges.

The margins of this glacier provide the usual route for ascending Khongma Tse. This climb also offers stunning views of Pumori and the Lho La in the northward direction.

Khongma Tse Peak Climbing

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu.

Day 03: Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding [2652m].

Day 04: Trek to Namche [3450m].

Day 05: Rest day at Namche.

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche [3867m].

Day 07: Trek to Pheriche [4252m].

Day 08: Rest day at Pheriche.

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche [4930m].

Day 10: Trek to Pokhalde Base Camp.

Day 11: Climb Pokhalde [5,806 m] and Return to Pokhalde Base Camp.

Day 12: Trek to Khongma Tse Base Camp [5400m].

Day 13: Climb Khongma Tse Peak [5820m] and Return to Khongma Tse Base Camp.

Day 14: Trek to Pokhalde Base Camp.

Day 15: Trek back to Lobuche [4930m].

Day 16: Trek to Chukhung [4750m].

Day 17: Trek to Tengboche [3867m].

Day 18: Trek to Namche [3450m].

Day 19: Trek to Lukla [2800m].

Day 20: Fly to Kathmandu.

Day 21: Depart Kathmandu.

This thrilling climbing expedition offers not only a chance to ascend the captivating Khongma Tse Peak but also breathtaking views of the surrounding Himalayan landscapes.

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