Kampire Dior Expedition
The Kampire Dior Expedition is exciting for climbers looking to conquer a spectacular peak in Pakistan's daunting Karakoram Mountains' Batura Muztagh range. Kampire Dior stands majestically at 7,143 meters above sea level, just above the Batura Glacier, the world's seventh-longest non-polar glacier. This magnificent peak is a notable part of the Batura Muztagh range, sharing its lofty surroundings with famous mountains such as Batura Sar, Ultar Sar, Passu Sar, and Shishpare.
Trip Highlights
Highlights
- Competitive pricing for a seven thousander summit in Pakistan's untamed mountains
- Field office and permanent personnel for logistics to and from the mountain
- Itinerary based on our mountain guide's indigenous knowledge and extensive experience
- Stunning mountain views during the expedition
- Silkroad Guides is a fully authorized indigenous adventure company.
- Our Pakistani high-altitude climber (s) (HAC) generally guides fixed departures.
- Private groups are always a key priority for us.
- We provide guided adventures as well as non-guided (alpine style) climbing.
- We provide "base camp services" as well as "full board services."
- Nepalese Sherpas are accessible on short notice (at least 6 months before arriving in Pakistan).
- The following are examples: High Altitude Support is provided at an additional cost.
a. Pakistani High Altitude Porter (HAP) - Will transport personal equipment weighing up to 20 kg between camps.
b. Nepalese Private Sherpa (personal guide/porter) - Carries up to 20 kg (44 lbs) of your personal kit, climbs with you, melts water, cooks, and will be with you at all times.
c. Personal equipment transportation – Sherpas transport up to 10kg (22 lbs) of personal equipment up and down the mountain between camps.
Holiday Overview
Passu Village, located in the picturesque Gojal Valley near Hunza, Gilgit-Baltistan, is the closest village to this captivating peak. The name "Kampire Dior" has an unusual and intriguing meaning that translates to "house of the old woman." This majestic peak is surrounded by notable peaks such as Hunza Peak and Lady Finger (Bublimotin), in a landscape filled with magnificent glaciers such as the Batura and Karambar Glaciers.
In 1975, a Japanese Expedition made the first ascent of Kampire Dior, adding significantly to the long history of mountaineering in the Karakoram. This landmark marks the beginning of a long legacy in climbing.
The Kampire Dior Expedition takes travellers deep into the heart of the Karakoram Mountains, presenting them with mesmerising vistas and a hard route that depends on experienced climbers. The expedition route begins in the accessible Passu Village of Gilgit-Baltistan's Upper Hunza area. Passu is a quick two-hour drive from Gilgit, and getting to Gilgit is made simple by a 50-minute flight from Islamabad, Pakistan's capital city.
The Karakoram Mountain Range, a massive geological wonder that spans Pakistan and China, is home to some of the world's most famous peaks, including the legendary K2 and Gasherbrum. This range is known not just for its mountaineering potential, but also for its different valleys and cultures, spanning an astonishing 500 kilometres in length and 200 kilometres in width. Skardu, Hunza, and Gilgit are stunning places that attest to the region's natural beauty and historical past.
The Kampire Dior Expedition is more than just a climbing challenge; it's an invitation to engage with the raw grandeur of the Karakoram and make unforgettable memories. Join us as we go deep into the Karakoram and ascend Kampire Dior, a symbol of human perseverance juxtaposed against the magnificence of nature.
