Spantik Peak Expedition

Spantik Peak 7027m Expedition

37 days, Ex-Islamabad, Non-guided climb

US Dollars 3350 per person all inclusive

Sapang-Tik - meaning the little garden, In the past few years this unknown peak became so much popular that now a days it attract 5 to 10 expedition each year. Since its base camp is within easy reach. Spantik lies in the Karakorum Range and its base camp can be reached in four days INCLUDING one day for the jeep drive from Skardu. For about three days we will trek on and beside Chogolungma glacier before we reach Spantik peak base camp 4100 meters. Spantik lies in between Nagar Valley (also known as Golden Peak) near Hunza and Arandu Valley in Baltistan. The normal South East route to Spantik 7027 meters is from Chogolungma Glacier in Arandu Valley of Baltistan also known as Little Tibet. Among 7000's meters high peaks Spantik is the most beautiful and fascinating peak. Every year it's attract dozens of adventure lovers from all over the World, from which 80% of them successfully climb this beautiful mountain. As with many high mountains, weather and snow conditions, and climbers personal fitness and acclimatization will determine WHETHER the summit is reached. Although not technically difficult, Spantik peak is A serious UNDERTAKING and requires extensive previous alpine or expedition experience.

The expedition will accompanied by one of our most experienced climbing guide from the same region.  
 
ITINERARY
Note :- Although we try to adhere to the schedule listed below, this itinerary is subject to change due to numerous reasons beyond our control such as bad weather, cancelled or delayed flights, road washouts, vehicle breakdowns, accidents, sickness, govt. restrictions, & all other unforeseen exigencies.

01 & 02 ARRIVAL RAWALPINDI / ISLAMABAD
Upon arrival met and transfer to your hotel in Rawalpindi. After a short rest drive to Islamabad, Ministry of Tourism to complete the necessary formalities and obtain climbing permit.

DAY 03 RAWALPINDI/SKARDU
Fly to Skardu, If unable to fly, same day we will drive to Skardu 2300m, spending a night in Chilas.

DAY 04 SKARDU
Emergency day in case, flight does not operate on day 03 this day will be use to transfer the members by road from Chilas to Skardu. Total drive time from Islamabad to Skardu is 22-24 hours.

DAY 05 SKARDU
Day at leisure. while staff will make final arrangement for the expedition.

DAY 06 SKARDU -TO- ARANDU
Embark jeeps for a full day ride on a winding jeep trail to Arandu - The last inhabitance on our way to the Base Camp. Overnight in tents. All meals served by camp staff.
 
Note :-The road to Arandu comes undergoing rapid erosion and gets closed quite often. If unable to jeep, the group will disembark & walk to Arandu on the same day or camp for overnight (subject to distance).

DAY 07 ? 10 ARANDU -TO- BASE CAMP
Today we leave the last inhabited village. For the remaining portion of our journey we rely on our porters who carry our food and equipment?s and sustain our expedition. Overnight in tents All meals served by camp staff.

DAY 11 -  30 CLIMBING
20 days non guided climb will start from today. During the climbing period our staff will be at base camp to help and assist you with supplies
 
DAY  31 - 32 TREKKING BACK TO ARANDU VILLAGE
After an early breakfast leave the Spantik Peak base camp and we will trek down to Arandu village in two days. Overnight in tents.

DAY 33 ARANDU -TO- SKARDU
AM : Embark jeeps for a full day ride on a winding jeep trail to Skardu. Upon arrival transfer to your chosen hotel. All meals included.
 
DAY 34 SKARDU - RAWALPINIDI
Early in the morning fly to Islamabad, if unable to fly same day drive to Gilgit. Overnight hotel.
 
DAY 35 RAWALPINDI
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel in Rawalpindi. Evening sightseeing.
If unable to fly on day 62. this day will be use to transfer from Gilgit to Islamabad by road.

 
DAY 36 RAWALPINDI
De-briefing at Ministry of Tourism Islamabad. Evening free

 
DAY 37 FLY BACK HOME
Transfer to airport for your onward flight to abroad.

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