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Himlung Expedition (7126m): A Remote Mountain Adventure in Nepal

The Himlung Expedition is a 32-day climbing trip to Mount Himlung (7,126m). It is in a very remote place in Nepal near the Tibet border. This climb is good for people who already have experience climbing mountains above 6000m and want to try a higher peak.

The journey starts from Kathmandu. Then we travel on rough roads to Besisahar and Koto. After that, we walk into the quiet Nar Phu Valley. This area is very peaceful and has few tourists. On the way, we pass small villages like Meta, Kyang and Phu Gaun. These villages are old and simple. People live a traditional life. We can see prayer flags, stone houses and small monasteries. Phu Gaun village is a very special place. It is calm and beautiful, surrounded by big mountains. Many climbers rest here to get used to the high altitude before going higher.

After reaching Himlung Base Camp (4,900m), the climbing starts. There are four camps on the mountain. Each camp is higher, colder, and more difficult. The air becomes thin, and climbing gets harder, but the mountain views become more amazing. Climbers go step by step with help from Sherpa guides and proper equipment. At the top (7,126m), we can see many big mountains like the Annapurna range and Manaslu range.

Himlung was first climbed in 1983. Today, it is known as a good training peak for climbers who want to prepare for bigger mountains like 8000m peaks. During this expedition, Nepal Social Treks & Expedition helps with guides, food, tents and safety support.

The Himlung Himal Expedition is one of Nepal’s best-kept secrets in the mountaineering world. Towering at 7,126 meters (23,379 ft), Himlung offers a big mountain experience without the technical extremes or crowds of the 8,000ers. For anyone who’s serious about high-altitude mountaineering but wants to avoid the Everest or Manaslu traffic jams, Himlung is a quiet, demanding, and incredibly rewarding challenge.

I chose Himlung for those exact reasons: it’s remote, it’s real, and it gives you that feeling of standing alone on top of the world.

Where Is Himlung Himal?

Himlung lies in the remote Nar-Phu region, just northeast of the Annapurna Circuit and near the Tibetan border. It’s wild terrain—canyons, ancient stone villages, yak pastures, and big skies. Getting to base camp itself feels like a journey into the unknown, which only adds to the expedition vibe.

Most itineraries start in Kathmandu, then head overland to Besisahar before trekking through Koto, Meta, Phu Gaon, and finally up to Himlung Base Camp (4,900m).

The Climb: Challenging, But Achievable

Technically, Himlung isn’t extremely difficult—but don’t let that fool you. It’s still a 7,000-meter mountain, which means thin air, freezing temps, and a long, grinding ascent.

Most expeditions set up three camps above base camp:

Camp I (5,450m): A steady climb through rocky moraine

Camp II (6,000m): Snow slopes and glacier work begin

Camp III (6,350m): Steep, icy terrain and crevasse danger increases

The summit push is long and tiring, with some steep snow ridges and a lot of mental game. The reward? A sweeping panorama of Manaslu, Annapurna, and the Tibetan Plateau—from a summit very few have stood on.

Why Himlung Is Worth It

Here’s what stood out to me:

Fewer climbers: You’re not queuing for summit shots—it's quiet, personal, and deeply immersive.

Strong local teams: Sherpa support is world-class, even on lesser-known peaks.

Cultural depth: Trekking through Nar and Phu villages before the climb feels like traveling through living history.

It’s the kind of expedition where you’re not just climbing a mountain you’re becoming part of a place that’s barely changed in centuries.

What You’ll Need

Expedition permit (arranged by your guiding agency)

Mountaineering insurance (mandatory)

Solid acclimatization plan and experience above 5,500m

Climbing gear: crampons, fixed lines, jumar, ice axe, down suit

A qualified expedition guide/outfitter—this is non-negotiable

Final Thoughts

Un científico cae 20 metros por una grieta helada y… ¿qué hace Encender la cámara y grabar.

Se rompió un brazo, varias costillas, y se dislocó un hombro… y de alguna manera escaló los 20 metros de hielo por sus propios medios durante 5 putas horas.

"Életem egyik legkeményebb pillanata"

John All amerikai hegymászó felvétele a gleccserhasadékba zuhanás utáni pillanatokról.