Mountaineering in Asia

Asia stands as the ultimate destination for high-altitude mountaineering expeditions, boasting some of the world’s most celebrated and challenging peaks. The Himalayas and Karakoram ranges feature iconic 6000m climbs, with technical routes that test climbers’ skills and resilience. Peaks like Mount Everest and K2 offer steep ascents, unpredictable weather, and diverse terrain, making Asia a focal point for advanced mountaineers.

Beyond these famous giants, Asia hosts a wide variety of less-crowded mountains, such as Island Peak and Stok Kangri, which provide thrilling yet accessible experiences for climbers of different skill levels. In Central Asia, the Pamir and Tien Shan ranges present climbers with a rugged and remote landscape where expedition-style ascents are the norm.

Asia’s mountaineering opportunities are enriched by its cultural landscapes, with regions such as Nepal and Pakistan providing a rich tapestry of heritage and hospitality. Whether you’re looking for technically demanding routes or an immersive journey through isolated mountain villages, Asia delivers an unparalleled mountaineering experience.

The best time to go climbing in Asia is:
  • March to November
There are expeditions in 10 countries:
Mountaineering expeditions in Asia - Guided Peaks

Climbs in Asia

Asia is the pinnacle of high-altitude mountaineering, offering the world's tallest peaks such as Mount Everest, K2, and Annapurna. The Himalayas and Karakoram ranges are home to some of the most challenging and technically demanding routes in mountaineering, drawing climbers from around the world. Asia’s extensive cultural diversity and stunning landscapes enhance every expedition, from guided climbs to solo challenges. Mountaineers in Asia face everything from steep ice walls to unpredictable weather, making it a top destination for those aiming to test their endurance, skill, and ambition.

There are 65 expeditions in Asia:
climm Ama Dablam
Ama Dablam
 TD
Nepal
 6,812 m
climm Chulu east
Chulu east
 PD
Nepal
 6,584 m
climm Island peak
Island peak
 PD - AD
Nepal
 6,189 m
climm Lobuche east
Lobuche east
 PD - AD
Nepal
 6,119 m
climm Mera peak
Mera peak
 PD
Nepal
 6,476 m
climm Pisang peak
Pisang peak
 PD - AD
Nepal
 6,091 m
climm Himlung Himal
Himlung Himal
 AD
Nepal
 7,126 m
climm Dhampus Peak
Dhampus Peak
 PD
Nepal
 6,012 m
climm Cholatse
Cholatse
 D - TD
Nepal
 6,440 m
climm Stok Kangri
Stok Kangri
 PD
India
 6,153 m
climm Baruntse
Baruntse
 AD
Nepal
 7,129 m
climm Chulu West
Chulu West
 PD
Nepal
 6,419 m
climm Thamserku
Thamserku
 AD
Nepal
 6,608 m
climm Annapurna IV
Annapurna IV
 AD
Nepal
 7,525 m
climm Kang Yatze 1
Kang Yatze 1
 AD - D
India
 6,401 m
climm Kang Yatze 2
Kang Yatze 2
 PD
India
 6,250 m
climm Lenin Peak
Lenin Peak
 PD
Tajikistan
 7,134 m
climm Khan Tengri
Khan Tengri
 D
KazakhstanKyrgyzstan
 7,010 m
climm Korzhenevskaya
Korzhenevskaya
 AD
Tajikistan
 7,105 m
climm Communism peak
Communism peak
 AD
Tajikistan
 7,495 m
climm Pobeda Peak
Pobeda Peak
 TD
Kyrgyzstan
 7,439 m
climm Pumori
Pumori
 D
Nepal
 7,161 m
climm Spantik peak
Spantik peak
 PD
Pakistan
 7,027 m
climm Shishapangma
Shishapangma
 PD
ChinaTibet
 8,027 m
climm Carstensz Pyramid
Carstensz Pyramid
 AD
Indonesia
 4,884 m
climm Dorje Lakpa
Dorje Lakpa
 D
Nepal
 6,966 m
climm Annapurna South
Annapurna South
 D
Nepal
 7,219 m
climm Annapurna
Annapurna
 D
Nepal
 8,091 m
climm Chamlang
Chamlang
 D
Nepal
 7,319 m
climm Cho Oyu
Cho Oyu
 PD
Nepal
 8,188 m
climm Dhaulagiri
Dhaulagiri
 D
Nepal
 8,167 m
climm Everest
Everest
 AD
Nepal
 8,849 m
climm Rakaposhi
Rakaposhi
 D
Pakistan
 7,788 m
climm Batura I
Batura I
 D
Pakistan
 7,795 m
climm Chogolisa
Chogolisa
 AD
Pakistan
 7,665 m
climm Diran
Diran
 PD
Pakistan
 7,266 m
climm Broad Peak
Broad Peak
 PD
Pakistan
 8,051 m
climm Pokalde
Pokalde
 F
Nepal
 5,806 m
climm Laila peak
Laila peak
 D
Pakistan
 6,096 m
climm Kazbek
Kazbek
 PD
Georgia
 5,054 m
climm Api Himal
Api Himal
 AD
Nepal
 7,132 m
climm Langtang Lirung
Langtang Lirung
 D
Nepal
 7,234 m
climm Passu Peak
Passu Peak
 ED
Pakistan
 7,478 m
climm Kyajo Ri
Kyajo Ri
 PD
Nepal
 6,186 m
climm Gasherbrum IV
Gasherbrum IV
 ED
Pakistan
 7,925 m
climm Gasherbrum 1
Gasherbrum 1
 PD
Pakistan
 8,080 m
climm Gasherbrum 2
Gasherbrum 2
 PD
Pakistan
 8,035 m
climm Gangapurna
Gangapurna
 D
Nepal
 7,455 m
climm Putha Hiunchuli
Putha Hiunchuli
 PD
Nepal
 7,246 m
climm Larkya peak
Larkya peak
 PD
Nepal
 6,249 m
climm Kusum Kanguru Peak
Kusum Kanguru Peak
 D
Nepal
 6,367 m
climm Kun
Kun
 PD
India
 7,077 m
climm Mount Kedardome
Mount Kedardome
 ED
India
 6,940 m
climm Makalu
Makalu
 TD
Nepal
 8,481 m
climm Lhotse
Lhotse
 AD
Nepal
 8,516 m
climm Masherbrum
Masherbrum
 TD
Pakistan
 7,821 m
climm Muztagh Tower
Muztagh Tower
 D
Pakistan
 7,276 m
climm K2
K2
 PD
Pakistan
 8,611 m
climm Singu Chuli
Singu Chuli
 D
Nepal
 6,501 m
climm Shivling
Shivling
 D
India
 6,543 m
climm Tilicho Peak
Tilicho Peak
 D
Nepal
 7,134 m
climm Nanga Parbat
Nanga Parbat
 D - TD
Pakistan
 8,126 m
climm Kangchenjunga
Kangchenjunga
 D
NepalIndia
 8,586 m
climm Manaslu
Manaslu
 PD
Nepal
 8,163 m
climm Pachermo peak
Pachermo peak
 PD
Nepal
 6,273 m

Pictures from climbing in Asia

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