Khongma Tse: Geography and Name
Elevation stands at 5,820 m (19,094 ft).
Located in the Mahalangur Himal chain.
Glacial Lakes: Base camp sits right beside the turquoise high-altitude lakes of Kongma La.
Elevation
5,820 m
19,094 ft
Location
Solukhumbu District
Kongma La Pass Area
Best Season
Spring & Autumn
Mar–May / Sep–Nov
Standard Route
North Face
Nepal Side
The Guardian of Kongma La
Khongma Tse (Mehra Peak) stands north of the Kongma La Pass, directly across from Nuptse.
It is an accessible peak for trekkers doing the Everest Three Passes Trek.
Key Highlights
- Overlooks the Khumbu Glacier and Everest Base Camp valley.
- Located adjacent to the highest pass of the Three Passes Trek (Kongma La).
- Fabulous view of Nuptse's towering south wall.
Quick Facts
First Ascent
Standard NMA peak
Parent Range
Mahalangur Himal, Himalayas
Coordinates
27.9167° N, 86.8333° E
Beyond the Basics
Khongma Tse: Climbing & Trekking Guide
Route, acclimatisation and permit notes for Khongma Tse from the Nepal Side side, plus practical safety advice.
Khongma Tse: Climbing Routes
Climbed directly from Kongma La Pass or High Camp beside the lake.
- North Face / Ridge Route: Scramble over boulder fields to moderate snow and glacier slopes.
Khongma Tse: Permits, Season and Safety
The standard season on Khongma Tse is Spring & Autumn (Mar–May / Sep–Nov). Loose Scree: Lower slopes feature loose scree and boulder fields; helmet mandatory.
Approaches to Khongma Tse begin from Nepal Side in Solukhumbu District, where the main objective is the North Face. Confirm current permit, insurance, and national park requirements before departure.
- Permits required: NMA Peak Permit & Sagarmatha Permit.
- Best months: March–May & September–November.
- Elevation: 5,820 m (19,094 ft).
Khongma Tse: Approach and Acclimatisation
Plan for road travel to the Nepal Side trailhead, then several days of walking before you reach the foot of Khongma Tse. Gain height gradually, take a rest day before moving to high camp, and keep a spare weather day in reserve during Spring & Autumn.
Summit day on a 5,820 m objective is long, so start early and set a clear turn-around time. If the North Face is crowded or the snow is unstable, waiting a day is almost always better than pushing on.
Khongma Tse: Facts and Figures
Khongma Tse "Mera Peak" stands at 5,820 m in Solukhumbu District, Kongma La Pass Area. The figures below summarise the mountain for trip planning.
- First Ascent: Standard NMA peak
- Parent Range: Mahalangur Himal, Himalayas
- Coordinates: 27.9167° N, 86.8333° E