Paldor Peak with a height of 5,896 m/ 19,344ft), lies southeast of the Ganesh Himal (7,422 m / 24,350ft) range, marking the junction of the Tiru and Karpu Danda Ridges at the head of the Mailung Khola, one of the tributaries of the Trishuli River. Paldor Peak trails move through Langtang National Park with fewer people and chaos, such that an option for the Everest Region Trek. Paldor Peak is the perfect destination for peak climbers who want something different than the most popular Everest Region and Sagarmatha National Park. Nevertheless, Langtang Region Trek carries the fame and name for being recognized by travelers for its nature, environment, and unique traditions and culture.
Experiences and Difficulties: Paldor Peak Climbing
As per different sources, Paldor Peak was 1st climbed during the monsoon of 1949 by Bill Tilman, Peter Lloyd, Tenzing Sherpa, and Da Namgyal through the North-East Ridge. Paldor Peak can be climbed from the North East, South East, West, and Southwest Ridges. Since Paldor Peak is less than 6000m/ 19,685 ft, climbers find it easier to reach the summit. Paldor Peak Base Camp will be set in a valley at (4600 m/ 15092 ft). elevation just below the merger of Paldor East and Paldor West glaciers, whereas Paldor High Camp will be set at around 5200 m/ 17060 ft. The distance between High Camp and Paldor’s top is not large, which makes it easier and less strenuous in comparison to Mera Peak Climbing.
Paldor Peak is one of the closest ones to Kathmandu Valley (Sightseeing), which can be ascended in shorter periods, but foreign travelers need to acclimatize to the high elevation, which demands a slow and steady walk, along with a rest day at a different stop.
Although Paldor Peak is less than 6000m / 19,685ft in height, it is regarded as a technical peak filled with adventure, learning, and developing skills. Physical fitness is the basic criterion for peak climbing, as one has to walk miles for days, as well as cope with rising elevation. Additionally, the knowledge of basic skills such as walking with a rope and crampons, traversing through a crevasse, descending with a jumar, and the use of ice axes will be added advantages.
Grade of Paldor Peak Climbing
As per the French/Swiss Alpine Classification System, Paldor Peak is graded as PD ‘Per Difficult’, which means little difficulty with less technical effort and a straightforward climb to its summit. Usually, Peak climbing is for improving skills and training oneself to accomplish higher mountains, so Paldor Peak performs that function very well. New trekkers interested in climbing can go ahead with summiting Paldor Peak under the proper guidance of experienced and qualified guides. Nepal Adventure Team has been arranging different treks, tours, and peak climbing, and knows how and what to guide as per the level of climbers.
Overall Paldor Peak Climbing Journey
Paldor Peak Climbing enables you to develop climbing skills as well as enjoy Himalayan habitats, locals, flora, fauna, glaciers, and mountains. Paldor Peak Climbing is a wholesome journey of wrapping up the unspoiled natural elements, a variety of landscapes, and the innocence of ancient cultural locals. The view of Massif Ganesh Himal (7,422m / 24,350ft, also known as Yangri Khang), Langtang Lirung (7,246m/ 23773 ft ), Lenpo Gang (7083m/ 23,238ft), Dorje Lakpa (6,990m/22,933ft ), Shisapangma (8,027m/26,335 ft), as well as the Annapurna range will accompany you in the Paldor Peak Climbing journey. The trails travel through Langtang National Park, which is home to several species and famous for excessive red panda encounters.
You will be driving to Syabrubesi and then start an adventurous walk into the wilderness and the harmonic surroundings. After crossing the Langtang Khola, the walk will lead you to Tamang village (Tamang is one of the ethnic groups), trails of Tamang Heritage Trek-7 Days, shrines, gompa, woods of pines, firs, rhododendron, along with warm villages such as Tangjet Gatlang, Yuri Kharka, Somdang, Jasta Khani. The route heads to the northern side along the ridge above Mailung Khola and a moraine-filled valley just below Paldor Peak. Paldor Peak Climbing is the right escape from too-crowded trails and an introduction to a new horizon of natural and cultural beauty. You can check the Paldor Peak Climbing itinerary prepared by the Nepal Adventure Team, which can be customized/changed as per your requirements.
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Highlights
- Summit Paldor Peak, one of the peaks allowed for climbing in Nepal
- Panoramic view of Ganesh Himal (7,422m / 24,350ft, also known as Yangri Khang), Langtang Lirung (7,246m/ 23773 ft ), Langtang Ri ( 7,205m/23,639 ft), Lapsang Karpo (7,150m/23,458 ft), Dorje Lakpa (6,990m/22,933ft ), Shisapangma (8,027m/26,335 ft), Pabil Himal (7,101m/23,297 ft ), along with Annapurna and Manaslu Range
- Introduce Tamang Heritage
- Access to Langtang National Park, as the Paldor Peak Climbing trail goes through Langtang National Park
- French/Swiss Alpine Classification System Grade: Paldor Peak as PD ‘Per Difficile’
- Climbing Skills: executing and developing
