Ramdung: Geography and Name
Elevation recorded at 5,925 m (19,438 ft).
Situated in the Rolwaling Himal south of the Tibetan border.
1950s Exploration: First climbed during Eric Shipton's 1952 reconnaissance expedition.
Elevation
5,925 m
19,438 ft
Location
Dolakha District
Rolwaling Valley
Best Season
Spring & Autumn
Mar–May / Sep–Nov
Standard Route
North East Face
Nepal Side
The Peak of Yalung Glacier
Ramdung (Ramdung Go) lies in the upper Rolwaling Valley, south of Yalung La.
It is a classic introductory 5,000m+ peak providing exceptional vistas of Gaurishankar.
Key Highlights
- Unmatched view of the revered peak Gaurishankar (7,134 m).
- Wild trekking through the remote Rolwaling Valley and Tsho Rolpa Lake.
- Relatively gentle glacial slopes compared to neighboring peaks.
Quick Facts
First Ascent
1952 (Shipton Expedition)
Parent Range
Rolwaling Himal, Himalayas
Coordinates
27.8667° N, 86.4167° E
Beyond the Basics
Ramdung: Climbing & Trekking Guide
Route, acclimatisation and permit notes for Ramdung from the Nepal Side side, plus practical safety advice.
Ramdung: Climbing Routes
Approached from Bedding/Na village via Yalung High Camp.
- North East Face Route: Broad glacial walk leading to moderate snow slopes and summit ridge.
Ramdung: Permits, Season and Safety
The standard season on Ramdung is Spring & Autumn (Mar–May / Sep–Nov). Remote Wilderness: Requires full camping setup and remote expedition logistics.
Approaches to Ramdung begin from Nepal Side in Dolakha District, where the main objective is the North East Face. Confirm current permit, insurance, and national park requirements before departure.
- Permits required: NMA Peak Permit & Gaurishankar Permit.
- Best months: October–November and April–May.
- Elevation: 5,925 m (19,438 ft).
Ramdung: Approach and Acclimatisation
Plan for road travel to the Nepal Side trailhead, then several days of walking before you reach the foot of Ramdung. 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 5,925 m objective is long, so start early and set a clear turn-around time. If the North East Face is crowded or the snow is unstable, waiting a day is almost always better than pushing on.
Ramdung: Facts and Figures
Ramdung "Ramdung Go" stands at 5,925 m in Dolakha District, Rolwaling Valley. The figures below summarise the mountain for trip planning.
- First Ascent: 1952 (Shipton Expedition)
- Parent Range: Rolwaling Himal, Himalayas
- Coordinates: 27.8667° N, 86.4167° E