Nirekha: Geography and Name
Elevation recorded at 6,159 m (20,206 ft).
Located on the boundary ridge of the Sagarmatha National Park.
Two Summits: The true summit is the North/West summit, accessible across a narrow, corniced ice ridge.
Elevation
6,159 m
20,206 ft
Location
Solukhumbu District
Cho La Pass Area
Best Season
Spring & Autumn
Mar–May / Sep–Nov
Standard Route
Kanger Pass Route
Nepal Side
Bridging Gokyo and Lobuche
Nirekha Peak is situated on the crest extending north from Cho La Pass, between the Gokyo Valley and Lobuche.
It features two distinct summits (East and West) connected by an aesthetic ice ridge.
Key Highlights
- Climbed in conjunction with the Cho La Pass circuit.
- Offers views of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Cholatse.
- Pure snow and ice climbing experience.
Quick Facts
First Ascent
2003
Parent Range
Mahalangur Himal, Himalayas
Coordinates
27.9333° N, 86.7833° E
Beyond the Basics
Nirekha: Climbing & Trekking Guide
Route, acclimatisation and permit notes for Nirekha from the Nepal Side side, plus practical safety advice.
Nirekha: Climbing Routes
Approached from either Dragnag (Gokyo side) or Dzongla via the Cho La glacier high camp.
- Gain from Kanger Pass: Steep snow slopes leading up to a sharp ice ridge crest to the summit.
Nirekha: Permits, Season and Safety
The standard season on Nirekha is Spring & Autumn (Mar–May / Sep–Nov). Glacier Navigation: Requires navigating crevassed glaciers; full roped glacier travel mandatory.
Approaches to Nirekha begin from Nepal Side in Solukhumbu District, where the main objective is the Kanger Pass Route. Confirm current permit, insurance, and national park requirements before departure.
- Permits required: NMA Climbing Permit.
- Best months: March to May & September to November.
- Elevation: 6,159 m (20,206 ft).
Nirekha: Approach and Acclimatisation
Plan for road travel to the Nepal Side trailhead, then several days of walking before you reach the foot of Nirekha. 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 6,159 m objective is long, so start early and set a clear turn-around time. If the Kanger Pass Route is crowded or the snow is unstable, waiting a day is almost always better than pushing on.
Nirekha: Facts and Figures
Nirekha "The Cho La Twin Peak" stands at 6,159 m in Solukhumbu District, Cho La Pass Area. The figures below summarise the mountain for trip planning.
- First Ascent: 2003
- Parent Range: Mahalangur Himal, Himalayas
- Coordinates: 27.9333° N, 86.7833° E