Kongde Peak Climbing (6011m) is one of the most famous trekking peaks in Everest Trekking Region.The Cost for Kongde Peak Climbing varies accroding to trekking agencies. The common price falls between USD$3000 and USD$5000 while Himalayan Wild Treks has enacted USD2800 for this famous peak. In addition, Himalayan Wild Treks also offers the traveler friendly Kongde Peak Climbing Itenerary and latest Kongde Peak Climbing Map. First summited in 1973 by German Team, Kwonde Peak is located at 4 kilometers from Namche (3440m) 

Among the world over mountaineers, it is popular as Kongde Ri as well. Southwest territory, beyond Namche Bazar, Kongde has sprawled over a beautifully meandering alpine river, named Bhote Koshi river. The northern part of Kwongde Peak has serrated small peaks in the close proximity. Clearly visible from Namche Bazar, the Gateway to Everest, Kongde Peak is has made a reputation for being a technically very challenging climbing peak in Everest Region. Apparently, there are two ways to scale this thrilling peak: South Face and North Face. North Face involves a lot of challenging and adventurous icy and rocky sections while South Face has vast wilderness with strong peace and tranquility in the air. From the summit of Kongde, travelers enjoy the panoramic view of Sherpa settlements and breathtaking mountain views. Some of which are Ama Dablam, Makalu, Everest and Cho Oyu. With its formidable towering structure as seen from Namche, Kongde Peak needs to be hiked all the way through alpine vegetations, settlements and rivers on the course of reaching Kongde Base Camp.

Technically stating, Kogde Peak Climbing starts with a sightseeing of the major UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley, followed by a scenic flight to Tenjzing Hillary Airport at Lukla(2860m). From Lukla, the climbing team will hike towards Namche, where a day's acclimatization is required to better adapt to the new climatic zone of Everest Region. After the acclimatization, the team will hike down until they reach a river named Bhote Koshi. Having crossed the river, a hike straight up to the Kongde Base Camp (5380m) takes commencement. There will be a short introductory climbing training and practice at the Base Camp prior to scaling the peak. After the team successfully puts its foot at the summit, they will trace back the same route to Namche, then arriving at Lukla to end the wonderful adventure.

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Itinerary Kongde Peak Climbing
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport and transfer to Hotel (1345m/4411ft)
Day 02: Sightseeing Kathmandu Valley and trip preparation
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2800m/9184ft) and trek to Phakding (2640/8659ft)
Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (344om/11283ft)
Day 05: A day for rest at Namche Bazaar- for Acclimatization
Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Thame (3830m/12562ft)
Day 07: Trek from Thame to Kongde peak Base Camp (4700m/1541ft)
Day 08: Acclimatization day ate Kongde High Camp
Day 09: Ascend from Base Camp to High Camp (5200m/17056ft)
Day 10: Summit Kongde peak 6187m and back to Base Camp
Day 11: Trek from Kongde Base Camp to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11283ft)
Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2800m/9184ft)
Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla  (45Min flight) and transfer to Hotel
Day 14: Leisure Day in Kathmandu
Day 15: Transfer to International airport for final departure

Highlights of Kongde Peak Climbing
Kongde Peak Climbing involves the brief sightseein of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, in Kathmandu before taking a scenic flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport at Lukla. Traversing ahead into the land stronghold of Sherpa ethnic group, travelers will arrive at Namche, the gateway to Mount Everest. This trekking also offers a good chance to discover Sherpa culture and lifestyle in Khumbu Region. Popular with alternative name, Kongde Ri, it is one of the adventurous peaks famous in Khumbu Region. Engulfing the mesmerizing view of the foreboding icy skyscrapers, picturesque settlements and snowy domes, the peak of the Kongde ri offers unforgettable peace and tranquility. As the peak is encapsulated within Sagarmatha National Park, it also offers a wide range of rarest of the flora and fauna the world over.

Kongde Peak Difficulty
Kongde Peak is not a stroll in the park. Like other peaks in the Everest Region, the mountain kingdom, Kongde Peak poses its own kind of challeges to the travelers. Situated at 6011 meters and categorized as group B climbing peak of Nepal, we camp to move further. We may also undergo severe cold condition at the base camp as the temperature tends to drop below zero. Altitude sickess caused by the scarcity of the oxygen might be another hindrance which we can avoid with proper intake of acclimatization.

Kongde Peak Best Season
Kongde Peak is basically summitted throughout the year. On the basis of what the tourists favour most, we can refer you two seasons : Spring and Autumn. We are obviously constrained by your nature of time and any season is feasible for the organization of the climbing. Winter season may be the best in terms of traffic, but rather hostile because of excessive cold. Summer season is neither too cold nor too hot, but the intermittent rains could ruin  your expectation at times. You will have to deal with the weather that keeps fluctuating.

Permit Fees for Kongde peak
1. Spring season (March, April, May)- USD 250 
2. Autumn season (September, October, November)– USD 125
3. Winter season (December, January, February)- USD 70
4. Summer season (June, July, August)– USD 70

The price mentioned above is set by Nepal Mountaineering Association and brought in effect for every one to abide by. The price remains constant and does not change until the following amendment is made. Spring is comparatively more expensive because it is the best of all seasons.

Kongde Peak Weather
Kongde Peak Weather can vary based on primarily what season you are trekkig in the region. The spring weather in the months of March, April and May remains clean and beautiful. Besides, autumn wether in the months of September, October and Onvember is slightly colder as compared to Spring but popular for the most crystal clear weather. On the contrary, the months of June, July  and August can be loathsome because of the intermittent overcast and rainfall. But then again we can still find travelers in the months of August. Regarding winter, it is thought to be comparatively colder but still tourists are found enjoying trekking in these months.

Kongde Peak Physical Fitness
Kongde Peak is regarded as one of the most challenging peaks and the adventure it offers comes up with certain level of difficulty. Therefore having a certain level of physical fitness is a must. You will have to walk more than six to seven hours a day, through the complex terrain of the Everest Region, which in itself can prove to be strenuous. In case you catch altitude sickness, you will be drilled with acclimatization to help you proerly adapt to the newer climatic zone. Kongde Peak trail consists of convoluted trajectories that meader through countless ups and downs and you will certainly feel physicall as well as mentally challenged.

How to Reach Kongde Peak
Technically stating, Kogde Peak Climbing starts with a sightseeing of the major UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley, followed by a scenic flight to Tenjzing Hillary Airport at Lukla(2860m), from where the climbing team will hike towards Namche, where a day's acclimatization is required . Then the team will hike down until they reach a river named Bhote Koshi. Having crossed the river, a hike straight up to the Kongde Base Camp (5380m) takes commencement. There will be a short introductory climbing training and practice at the Base Camp prior to scaling the peak. After the team successfully climbs the summit, they will trace back the same way.

Itinerary Kongde Peak Climbing
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport and transfer to Hotel (1345m/4411ft)
Day 02: Sightseeing Kathmandu Valley and trip preparation
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2800m/9184ft) and trek to Phakding (2640/8659ft)
Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (344om/11283ft)
Day 05: A day for rest at Namche Bazaar- for Acclimatization
Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Thame (3830m/12562ft)
Day 07: Trek from Thame to Kongde peak Base Camp (4700m/1541ft)
Day 08: Acclimatization day ate Kongde High Camp
Day 09: Ascend from Base Camp to High Camp (5200m/17056ft)
Day 10: Summit Kongde peak 6187m and back to Base Camp
Day 11: Trek from Kongde Base Camp to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11283ft)
Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2800m/9184ft)
Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla  (45Min flight) and transfer to Hotel
Day 14: Leisure Day in Kathmandu
Day 15: Transfer to International airport for final departur