HIGHLiGHTS
Straight forward entry level 7000M in the Karakoram
Small and dedicated team strategy. 10 max client members
Alpine / Fitness grading: ED+ / 5
1:2 guided expedition with local HAP
16 Weeks of training programs for 8000M from Training Peaks
Low objective risk: Fewer seracs and avalanche threats compared to more technical Karakoram peaks.
Classic Karakoram journey: Fly into Islamabad → Skardu, trek through remote valleys, and climb in a less‑travelled region.
Unforgettable summit views: 360° panoramas—see Nanga Parbat, K2, and the Baltoro range from the top.
OVERVIEW
Climb the stunning Spantik (7,027 m) in the heart of the Karakoram—perfect for experienced mountaineers looking to step up from 6000 m peaks to a non‑technical yet majestic 7000 m ascent. Our route follows the beautiful, low‑angle South East Ridge, stretching over 8 km with just short 30–40° snow slopes. With minimal objective danger and fixed camps, this expedition offers a dramatic alpine challenge without the technical hazards.
Location: East of Skardu, Nagar Valley, Karakoram, Pakistan
Route: South East Ridge — predominantly snow ridge, straightforward glacier travel
Duration: 28 days
Group Size: Maximum 10 climbers
Best Time to Climb: June - August
Support: 1:3 Sherpa ratio, 1:1 High altitude local Pakistan porter support. Full expedition support, safety protocols
Itinerary
1
Arrival Islamabad
2
Fly to Skardu
3 - 7
Base Camp
8 - 24
Climbing period
25 - 27
Islamabad
28
Departure
Inclusion
- 1:3 guide ratio. Lead by Nepalese Guide with 8000M and several 6000M, 7000M guided experiences.
- 1:1 High altitude local Pakistan porter
- 16 Weeks of training programs for 7000M from Training Peaks
- Head chef and 2 kitchen helpers (Helpers increase with the number of climbing team members)
- Emergency supplemental oxygen
- 1 night before the expedition and 1 day after the expedition. Hotel in Islamabad and Skardu. (Should clients return early from their expedition, clients will be responsible for their extra hotel bookings)
- All trekking and climbing permits
- All internal-local transportation to and from the trekking trailhead
- Solo tent at BC, and 2-person tent at higher camps
- 45 kgs personal weight (Extra additional weight, clients will need to hire an additional porter. Estimated USD 1500)
- Meals during camping days (Non-veg and veg options, etc)
- Burners and expedition equipment
- Walkie-talkie/ Satellite phone/wifi at base camp
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner on trek and expedition days.
- Lodge accommodation during the trek
- Porters services
- Arrival pick-up and departure
- Internal flights
- Full Expedition First aid kit and high-altitude medicines
- Welcome or Farewell leave Dinner
Exclusions
- Visas and travel insurance
- Summit Bonus ($500+ per member)
- Entertainment and food
- Bottled drinks and beverages
- Evacuation (will be done in your account)
- Laundry, Phone services, Personal expenditure transactions
- Optional trips
- Tea breaks, chocolates or other snacks, and any meals besides breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Delay and cancellation because of natural phenomenon
- International flights
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Expedition Information
$7,950
Q2, Q3
Spantik
Mountaineering
Fitness Level
3
Technical Level
3
Group Size
3-12
Ratio
1:3
