Top 8 Highest Mountains In Nepal

Nepal is famous for majestic Himalayan ranges and breathtaking landscapes that attract global visitors. It is home to Mount Everest (8,848 m) and many other eight thousanders mountains in the world. The Himalayan range stretches for more than 800 km in Nepal, due to which the country is popular for adventure tourism such as mountaineering, trekking, and other adventures. The majestic peaks here are not only natural wonders, but they also hold religious and cultural importance. This blog provides information regarding the top 8 highest mountains in Nepal, including their heights and locations.

Top 8 Highest Mountains in Nepal

Nepal is home to the tallest mountains in the world making it paradise for adventure seekers and explorers. We provide the list of top 8 peaks over 8,000 m in Nepal including its height and location. 

Mountain Name	Height (in meters)	Location in Nepal
Mount Everest	8,848.86 m	Solukhumbu District
Kanchenjunga	8,586 m	Taplejung District
Lhotse	8,516 m	Solukhumbu District
Makalu	8,485 m	Sankhuwasabha District
Cho Oyu	8,188 m	Solukhumbu District
Dhaulagiri I	8,167 m	Myagdi District
Manaslu	8,163 m	Gorkha District
Annapurna I	8,091 m	Kaski/Myagdi District

Mount Everest

Mount Everest is not only Nepal’s highest mountain, but is also the highest mountain on earth that sits at an altitude of 8,848.86 m above from the sea level. Everest borders Nepal and China and is also known as “Sagarmatha” in Nepal and “Chomolungma” in Tibet. It was first climbed in 1953 AD by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa. Since then, many mountaineers and climbers across the globe have successfully climbed the peak. Everest is located in Nepal’s Khumbu Mahalangur section in Solukhumbu district and is popular among trekkers, hikers, and mountaineers. Treks like Everest Base Camp, Three Passes Trek, Gokyo Ri, and Kala Patthar are popular in the Everest region.

Kanchenjunga

Kanchenjunga (8,586 m) is world’s third highest and Nepal’s second highest peak located at Taplejung district of Nepal, bordering India. It was considered the world’s tallest mountain until 1952 AD, which was later replaced by Mount Everest following a survey. Kanchenjunga is regarded a sacred mountain by locals and attracts fewer tourists than Everest. The Kanchenjunga region is also popular for Kanchenjunga Base Camp trek which provides trekkers with an opportunity to explore pristine and beautiful landscape of the region.

Lhotse

Lhotse is located south of Mount Everest and is Nepal’s third highest and world’s fourth highest mountain with an altitude of 8,516 m above sea level. Lhotse was first summited by Ernest Reiss and Fritz Luchsinger in 1956. The peak is accompanied by other peaks ,including Lhotse Middle (8,414 meters), Lhotse II (8,372 meters), and Lhotse Shar (8,383 meters). The summit of Lhotse follows the Everest route up to the Yellow Band beyond EBC camp 3. Lhotse is one of the difficult peaks to climb due to dangerous rocks and dry surface.

Makalu

Makalu (8,485 m) is one of the fifth highest mountains in the world and fourth highest mountain of Nepal. It is popular for its sharp pyramid shape and is a difficult mountain to climb. Makalu is located in Sankhuwasabha district of Nepal. Makalu region is famous for Makalu Barun National Park and trekking destinations such as Makalu Base Camp, Arun Valley Trek, and Milke Danda Trek.

Cho Oyu

Cho Oyu is Nepal’s fifth and world’s sixth highest mountain that stands at an altitude of 8,188 m. It is located in the Mahalangur range of Nepal around 20 km west of Everest. Cho Oyu was first climbed in 1954 AD by Sherpa Pasanga Dawa Lama, Joseph Jochler, and Herbert Tichy. It is famous as easier eight thousanders, as it is the easiest peak at an altitude above 8,000 m in Nepal. Cho Oyo is popular for its scenic landscape and safe climbing experience.

Dhaulagiri I

Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) is located in the Myagdi district of Nepal and is known for its steep slopes and glaciers. It was first climbed in 1960 during a Swiss-Austrian expedition. Dhaulagiri is Nepal’s sixth highest and world’s seventh highest peak. The Dhaulagiri region of Nepal is famous for Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek and Dhaulagiri Base Camp trek that offers the best view of Dhaulagiri I.

Manaslu

Manaslu is Nepal’s seventh highest peak located at Manaslu region in Gorkha Nepal. The mountain sits at an altitude of 8,163 m above sea level. Manaslu was first summited in 1956 AD and is renowned as killer mountain as several climbers died during ascent. The Manaslu region is home to many trekking routes, such as the  Manaslu Circuit Trek and the Tsum Valley trek. This trekking destination offers beautiful trails, stunning Himalayan views, and opportunity to experience Tibetan-influenced villages.

Annapurna I

Annapurna I (8,091 m) is the world’s 10^th highest mountain located in Annapuran region of Nepal. It is the first eight thousander peak to be summited by Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal in a French expedition on 1950 AD. Annapurna I is known as a difficult mountain to climb, which offers stunning views of the mountain landscape. Annapurna region is also home to popular trekking destinations of Nepal including the Annapurna Base Camp trek, the Mardi Himal Trek, and the Nar Phu Valley Trek.

Conclusion

Nepal is a paradise for mountain explorers, mountaineers, and trekkers as it is home to eight thousander mountains in the world. Whether you are a trekker, climber, or mountain lover, traveling to Nepal offers you lifetime memories of Himalaya. Exploring these majestic mountains during your trek and expeditions gives you victorious moments. For further information about trekking and adventure in the mountains of Nepal, visit Trekkers Nepal.