Lupghar Sar Expedition
The Lupghar Sar Expedition will take you on an adventure of a lifetime. Lupghar Sar, a massive peak rising to 7,200 meters (about 23,622 ft), attracts daring travelers to scale its dizzying heights. This incredible peak is hidden in the middle of the Karakoram peak range, delivering a challenging and rewarding trip that will leave an unforgettable impact on all who dare to attempt it.
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
Lupghar Sar, the 109th-highest mountain in the world and the 44th-highest in Pakistan is a monument to the untamed beauty of the Karakoram. The neighboring giants, including Distaghil Sar, Kunyang Chhish, and Kanjut Sar, add to its tremendous presence, creating a breathtaking background for your trip.
Lupghar Sar, located in the Shishkat Valley of Gojal, Gilgit-Baltistan, is called locally as "The Top of the Big Rock," a term that captures the majestic presence of the rock in the landscape. This magnificent environment will serve as the starting point for your adventure deep into the Karakoram.
Lupghar Sar's past is steeped in mountaineering mythology. Hans and Sepp Gloggner, two pioneering German brothers, carved their names into climbing history in 1979 by making the first ascent to Lupghar Sar's peak. Lupghar Sar's allure in the realm of climbing began with their extraordinary feat. The struggle remained, and in July 2018, Hansjorg Auer performed a major feat by completing the first solo ascent of Lupghar Sar, cementing its place as a renowned climbing destination.
Your adventure begins at Shiskat/Ayinabad, a lovely community with a captivating blend of natural beauty and local culture. The trip to Lupghar Sar's base will take you through some of the most stunning vistas in the Karakoram region, providing an opportunity to immerse yourself in the area's unspoiled splendor.
The Karakoram Mountain Range, a natural wonder that runs between Pakistan and China, is home to some of the world's most famous peaks, including K2 and Nanga Parbat. This huge range, which spans around 500 kilometers in length and 200 kilometers in width, connects the Hindukush and Himalaya Mountains. It is not only a haven for mountaineers, but also the source of vital rivers such as the Hunza and Indus, which sustain life throughout the region.
The Lupghar Sar Expedition invites you to push your limitations, immerse yourself in the raw grandeur of the Karakoram, and make memories to last a lifetime. This expedition promises not only the summiting of a magnificent peak but also the exploration of one of the world's most renowned mountain ranges.
