This is a serious high-altitude mountaineering objective at 6,050m. The approach involves 3 days of trekking at altitude above 4,000m, followed by a summit push that begins at 2:00 AM. You must have prior trekking experience at altitude and be in excellent physical fitness. It is not suitable for first-time trekkers.

No. Two summit days are allocated to maximise the chance of a successful ascent, but weather conditions, snowpack and individual fitness on the day all play a role. Our guides will make the final call on summit viability.

Harness and rope are provided for the technical summit sections. Two experienced local climbers from Shimshal Valley assist on the peak. Personal gear such as crampons, ice axe, boots and clothing must be brought by the participant.

Yes. Personal travel insurance with coverage for high-altitude mountaineering and emergency evacuation is mandatory. Do not book this expedition without it. Rescue and evacuation from this remote area is extremely difficult and expensive.

Each participant is allowed 12kg of luggage for the trekking section. Porters carry group equipment including tents, food and the mess tent. Excess personal luggage beyond 12kg will be charged separately.

A discounted rate applies for groups of 4 or more persons. Contact the operator via Chat to arrange group bookings.

You need full high-altitude mountaineering gear including a sleeping bag rated to -15°C, crampons, ice axe, mountaineering boots, warm down jacket, waterproof shell, thermal layers, warm gloves, glacier goggles and a headlamp. See the full What to Bring list for details.

• This is a serious high-altitude mountaineering expedition reaching 6,050m. Prior trekking experience at altitude is required.
• Participants must be in excellent physical fitness. Training hikes are strongly recommended in the months before departure.
• Summit day begins at 2:00 AM from high camp. Participants must be comfortable with pre-dawn alpine starts.
• Two summit days are allocated but a successful summit is not guaranteed — weather and conditions on the day determine viability.
• Shimshal Valley is one of the most remote areas of Pakistan. Emergency evacuation from the route is difficult and expensive.
• Mobile network is unavailable in Shimshal Valley and throughout the trekking route. Carry a satellite communicator if possible.
• Personal travel insurance with high-altitude mountaineering cover is mandatory. Do not book without it.
• Luggage is limited to 12kg per person for the trekking section. Pack light and leave non-essential items at the hotel.
• The route crosses Shimshal Pass at above 4,700m. Altitude sickness is a real risk. Acclimatise properly and descend immediately if symptoms worsen.
• Group rate applies for parties of 4 or more persons.

• Persons with no prior trekking or mountaineering experience
• Those with heart, respiratory or cardiovascular conditions
• Anyone who has not acclimatised to altitude before — at least one prior high-altitude trek recommended
• Pregnant women
• Persons under 18 years of age
• Travellers unwilling or unable to obtain high-altitude mountaineering travel insurance

• Mountaineering boots with crampons and ice axe (required for summit sections)
• Sleeping bag rated to at least -15°C
• Warm down jacket and insulated trousers rated for extreme cold
• Waterproof outer shell jacket and trousers
• Thermal base layers, fleece mid-layer, warm gloves and woollen hat or balaclava
• Daypack of 30 to 40 litres for summit day, plus trekking poles and gaiters
• Headlamp with spare batteries — essential for the 2:00 AM summit start
• Glacier goggles and sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
• Water bottles or hydration bladder (minimum 2 litres), power bank and personal medications
• Sandals or camp shoes for evenings at base camp