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Yermanendu Kangri is a stunning and challenging peak located in the Karakoram Range, specifically within Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. At an elevation of approximately 7,000 meters (22,966 feet), it offers an exceptional challenge for experienced rock climbers and mountaineers seeking a technical ascent in a remote part of the Karakoram. Though it is not as well-known as some of the other peaks in the region like K2 or Nanga Parbat, Yermanendu Kangri presents a unique opportunity for those looking to push their limits in high-altitude rock climbing. The peak is characterized by steep rock faces, glaciers, and mixed climbing conditions, making it ideal for technical rock and ice climbing. The combination of alpine rock climbing and icy conditions at high altitudes makes this peak a suitable challenge for climbers with advanced skills.
Itinerary
• Arrive in Skardu via jeep or flight from Islamabad. • Rest and acclimatize in Skardu. • Briefing and preparation for the trek. • Overnight in a guesthouse.
• Travel by jeep from Skardu to Hushe Valley (approx. 6-7 hours). • Overnight camp in Hushe Valley.
• Begin trekking from Hushe Valley towards the Yermanendu Kangri Base Camp, crossing glaciers, rivers, and rocky terrain. • The trek takes around 3-4 days depending on pace and terrain. • Set up Base Camp (around 4,800 meters).
• Spend a few days at Base Camp for acclimatization. • Explore surrounding ridges and peaks for acclimatization. • Prepare for the technical climb and make sure equipment is in order.
• Begin the technical climb, setting up Camp 1 at a higher altitude (around 5,400 meters). • Climb through mixed rock and ice sections. • Rest and acclimatize at Camp 1.
• Continue the climb to Camp 2 (around 5,800 meters). • The terrain becomes steeper, requiring more technical climbing on rock walls and glaciers. • Set up Camp 2 and rest for acclimatization.
• After acclimatizing at Camp 2, make the final push to the summit. • This will involve a challenging ascent up steep rock walls and glaciers. • The summit day may take 8-10 hours depending on the route conditions.
• After summiting Yermanendu Kangri, descend back to Base Camp. • Make sure to carefully descend through glaciers and rocky terrain. • Spend the night at Base Camp.
• Begin the trek back to Hushe Valley from Base Camp. • Once back in Hushe Valley, take a jeep to Skardu.
• Depart from Skardu to Islamabad or onward destinations.
Services
| Lodging at base camp (single supplement) |
| Full base camp with dinning tent, bathroom, showers & solar charge |
| All internal/domestic transport |
| All domestic flights |
| 50kgs (110 lbs) personal baggage |
| All meals during trek and at base camp (B,L,D) |
| Group emergency equipment/satellite phone service with fixed calling charge |
| Two nights stay in Islamabad hotel on arrival and two on return (bed & breakfast only) |
| Staff insurance (guide, cook, kitchen staff, assistant(s) & porters etc) |
| Experienced cook from Pakistan |
| Kitchen staff |
| Porters for all expedition supplies |
| Solar power at base camp |
| Electricity generator (backup for high voltage devices) |
| International airfare |
| Permit/royalty fee according to number of persons |
| Personal climbing equipment, clothing & sleeping equipment |
| Group climbing gear (rope, ice crew, snow bar, EPI gas, cooking pots and others) |
| Mountain climbing rescue and evacuation insurance policy - mandatory |
| Lodging and meals above base camp |
| Any service above base camp |
| Communication radio (walkie talkie) |
| Weather reports |
| Personal equipment cargo to/from Islamabad |
| Pakistan visa fee |
| Tips/gratuities to staff, cook, assistant(s) of US$ 250 per person in total |
| Meals in Islamabad |
| Extra hotel nights after the climb |
| Trip cancellation insurance |
| All expenses incurred in the event of early wind-up/summit (extra hotel nights, meals at hotels, evacuation) |
| Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail) between Pakistan and home country. |
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Muhammad Ishaq
CEOI am a professional mountaineer and expert mountain guide in the Karakoram Range. In addition to my guiding work, I have recently opened a climbing training center in Huahe Valley, where I aim to share my knowledge and experience with aspiring climbers and adventurers.
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