Ever wanted climb an unclimbed peak? You could do just that on Central Kharut Peak in the Karakoram.
Background
Overlooked by the magnificent proportions of K2, this is a spectacular
location for an unclimbed peak…enjoy it! Our approach from Concordia
takes us via K2 Base Camp and then onto the immense Goodwin
Austen Glacier. We pass below many of the world’s highest summits
including Masherbrum and the Gasherbrums, the huge granite needles
of the Trango Towers, Grand Cathedral and Muztagh Alta. Throughout
our journey we are constantly reminded of the awesome presence of
K2, towering over this fabulous mountain location.
During our 2004 K2 summit expedition we discovered the compelling
but yet unclimbed Central Kharut Peak, 6805m. From our careful
observations and research, it appears to provide a sound intermediate
grade climb in the most dramatic of locations, directly below the
Abruzzi Ridge of K2 and adjacent to Broad Peak. You are certainly
amongst giants here.
The climb should be suitable for the experienced and ambitious
mountaineer who is comfortable on Scottish Grade 2/3 winter climbs.
This exciting peak will also allow us to view the impressive Broad Peak,
one of the easier 8000m peaks. The awesome outlook from this peak
provides a chance to locate a summit for future endeavours…
We have alternative peaks in mind for future expeditions; where
there is a will there is always an Adventure Peaks way.
Level
of support
This expedition is fully supported by our
experienced British leader and team of local
porters and skilled cooks. In turn, they are
accompanied by our carefully selected and
professional high altitude climbing porters
and perhaps a few of our Nepali Sherpas to
add a great deal of strength to our team.
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Fly
to Islamabad
Final
preparations
Fly
to Skardu or overland by Karakoram Highway
Rest day in Skardu
Drive
to Askole
Concordia
Trek and on up to K2 base camp
Climbing
period for Kharut Peak
Return
trek over Gondogoro La
Return
Islamabad
At
leisure in Islamabad
Return
International flight
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