Khan Tengri and Tien Shan

Leader: Robin Beadle

25th July 2025 - Descent to Base Camp

Today, we descended to Base Camp with 25kg packs. This afternoon, the weather turned suddenly, bringing rain and thunder. It is now raining heavily at Base Camp. The earliest we can chopper out is 26th July.

22nd July 2025 - Load Carry to Camp 2

Today, we made a carry to Camp 2. However, at approx. 5100m, we decided to retreat. This was due to the weather forecast. The prosect of making a descent in bad weather in a serious, exposed location was a major cause of concern. This meant that we had plenty of time for a leisurely descent back to Camp 1 with lots of learning along the way. Another splendid night at Camp 1 and a bivouac for Philippe.

21st July 2025 - Climb to Camp 1

We climbed to Camp 1 for our summit push. A beautiful evening brought the day to a close.

20th July 2025 - Bad weather rest day...

Our team remains at Base Camp. Heavy rain has encouraged another rest day.

19th July 2025 - Rest day and acclimatisation

A day at Base Camp to rest, acclimatise, and prepare to head up the mountain.

18th July 2025 - Load carry to Camp 1

Today's objective was simple: a load carry to Camp 1 before returning to base.

17th July 2025 - Good things come to those who wait...

At last, the weather gods played ball and the helicopter for Base Camp arrived! Fixed rope skills session called...

16th July 2025 - It's a waiting game

Acclimatisation hike today to 3160m. No chopper due to weather so fingers crossed for tomorrow

It's a waiting game

15th July 2025 - Take off!

The group will hang around near the airfiled today, watiing for their chance to fly into Base Camp. Sometimes easier said than done as the weather has a mig impact!

14th July 2025 - Team Arrives in Bishkek

The team Arrived in Bishkek today. Having done their expedition shopping, they have Driven to Karkara where they will get their helicopter to Base camp. If the weather is good, they will fly to BC tomorrow.