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mountaineering
spantik expedition with soren kruse ledet
IMAGE: Spantik 7027m, one of the finest views in the world | Simon Yates
mountaineering course and pachermo peak (6273m) with soren kruse ledet
31 DAYS 8 NIGHTS HOTEL/ GUESTHOUSE 22 NIGHTS CAMPING
30 BREAKFASTS, 24 LUNCHES AND 24 DINNERS
21 DAY TREK/ MOUNTAINEERING
24 4 NIGHTS HOTEL 17 WILDERNESS DAYS CAMPING 1 NIGHT PRIVATE ECO CAMPSITE 1 NIGHT ECO LODGE
23 BREAKFASTS, 20 LUNCHES AND 20 DINNERS
21 DAY TREK/ SKILLS COURSE/ MOUNTAINEERING
• Join a fully supported expedition to attempt the summit of Spantik Peak in the Nagar Valley, Gilgit Baltistan
• Enjoy full services above base camp to support your climb
• Soak in stunning views of the Karakoram mountain range
• Mountain flight from Islamabad to Skardu and return
• Experience spectacular vistas, with K2 and the Baltoro
• Learn from our experts the craft of mountaineering and alpine travel techniques
• Immerse in the dramatic Rolwaling Valley
• Take the next step and fulfill your alpine climbing aspirations; combine learning
about safe climbing practices with the opportunity to summit a Himalayan peak
• Test your skills on an ascent of Pachermo (6273m)
• Enjoy the camaraderie and shared experience with our local crew
• Be awed by unrivalled views of the Khumbu
peaks to the east and Nanga Parbat to the south
• Climb with world class leader, Soren Kruse Ledet on a well planned
itinerary with plenty of weather contingency days built in
• Surpass the 7000m barrier on this achievable peak
ITINERARY | DAY 1 | Join Islamabad 2 | Fly to Skardu 3/4 | In Skardu 5 | Drive to Arandu (2770m) 6 | Trek to Chogo Brangsa (3300m) 7 | Trek to Bolocho (3800m) 8 | Trek to Spantik base camp (4300m) 9 | Rest day 10/24 | Establish 3 intermediary camps before attempting Spantik Peak (7027m) 25 | Return to Khurumal 26 | Return to Arandu 27 | Return to Skardu 28 | In Skardu 29 | Fly or drive to Islamabad 30 | In Islamabad 31 | In Islamabad, trip concludes
INCLUSIONS | You’ll love the quality inclusions on this trip. From essential items like most meals, private transportation, accommodation, expert
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Spantik Skardu
guide, safety equipment and entry fees, there are also a host of ‘additional’ inclusions to enhance your travel experience. View exact inclusions online.
ITINERARY | DAY 1 | Join Kathmandu 2 | Gear check 3 | Drive to the road head at Chetchet (7 to 8 hrs) then 3-4 hr trek to Simigoan (2050m) 4 | Trek to Kelje 5 | Trek to Beding (3750m) and practice knots 6/7 | Trek to Na village (4200m) and rest day 8/11 | From our basecamp at Na village, we venture into suitable locations to learn a variety of skills, including the placement of snow anchors, ascending/descending fixed lines, learn self rescue techniques, lead climbing, placing rock protection, rock climbing, abseiling and jumaring. Time will be spent consolidating and practising these skills 12 | To Tso Rolpa camp (4500m) 5-6 hrs 13 | To Boulder camp 14 | To
High camp 15 | In High camp 16 | Ascent of Pachermo (6273m) 17 | Thyangbo Camp (4250m) 5-6 hrs 18/20 | To Thame (3800m) 4-5 hrs and rest/contingency days 21 | To Namche Bazaar (3440m) 7-8 hrs 22 | To Lukla (2800m) 5-6 hrs 23 | Fly to Kathmandu 24 | In Kathmandu, trip concludes
INCLUSIONS | You’ll love the quality inclusions on this trip. From essential items like most meals, private transportation, accommodation, expert guide, safety equipment and entry fees, there are also a host of ‘additional’ inclusions to enhance your travel experience. View exact inclusions online.
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ENTRY LEVEL MOUNTAINEERING/EXPLORATORY TREK > TECHNICAL GRADE: 1, BASIC
WHEN TO GO REGULAR DEPARTURES
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J F M A M J J A S O N D TRIP CODE: MSP
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Islamabad
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ADVANCED MOUNTAINEERING EXPEDITION > TECHNICAL GRADE: 3, DIFFICULT
WHEN TO GO REGULAR DEPARTURES
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J F M A M J J A S O N D TRIP CODE: SPA
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Tashi Labsta Pachermo
Simigoan
Namche Lukla
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Chetchet
Nepal