Paldor Peak Climbing

Paldor peak is situated in the Ganesh Himal region and this peak is a very popular climbing peak in Nepal. This peak was first climbed by Bill Tilman, Peter Lloyd, Tenzing Sherpa, and Da Namgyal during the monsoon of 1949 by the North-East Ridge. This peak can be climbed from the northeast, southeast, west, and southwest ridge. As this peak is below six thousand meters, climbers can reach its summit without not much difficulty. The base camp will be set in a valley below the merger of Paldor East and Paldor West glaciers at an elevation of about 4600m and the high camp will be placed at about 5200m. From its high camp along with a gradual ascent, climbers reach its summit. Its summit offers romantic views of Ganesh Himal, Pabil peak, Longgang Karpo peak, and Dhunche bazaar.

As this peak is located in the Ganesh Himal region and Ganesh Himal region is popular for a stunning glimpse of beautiful mountains and peaks, various species of birds, plants, and animals, diverse cultures of different ethnic groups, some challenging passes, serene ponds, attractive waterfalls, beautiful landscapes, hidden valleys, colorful monasteries, sacred Gompas, and temples so during this peak climbing journey climbers are rewarded with the fascinating glimpse of the beautiful mountains such as Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Lamjung Himal. This is the isolated journey along with the dense forests and meadows around the Ganesh Himal. Moreover, the Paldor peak journey goes through the typical Tamang villages such as Gatlang and Somdang where climbers can get the opportunity to know and experience the Taman culture and their way of life.

Paldor peak climbing journey starts from Syabrubesi after a 7/8 hrs bus drive from Kathmandu. From Syabrubesi you will reach Paldor base camp after completing the romantic journey of naturally beautiful and culturally important places and villages such as Gatlang, Yuri Kharka, Somdang, and Jasta Khani. From its base cam gradually you will reach its high camp and finally its summit. After appreciating the romantic views from its summit you will return to Khahare bazaar via Narchet Kharka and Jharlang.