Muztagh Tower, also known as Muztagh, is a majestic mountain located in the Baltoro Muztagh subrange of the Karakoram range in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. With an elevation of approximately 7,276 meters (23,882 feet), it stands as a prominent peak in the region.
Muztagh Tower is renowned among mountaineers for its sheer beauty and challenging climbing routes. It features a distinct and striking granite spire that rises dramatically from the surrounding glaciers and peaks. The mountain presents technical difficulties, including steep rock faces, icy slopes, and sections of mixed terrain.
Climbing Muztagh Tower requires advanced mountaineering skills, experience in high-altitude climbing, and proper equipment. The ascent involves negotiating technical rock climbing, ice climbing, and complex route finding. The mountain demands careful planning, precise rope work, and a good understanding of glacier travel.
The climb to the summit of Muztagh Tower offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Karakoram Mountains, including neighboring peaks like Mitre Peak, Uli Biaho Tower, and Great Trango Tower. The pristine beauty of the region, with its glaciers, crevasses, and rugged landscapes, adds to the allure and adventure associated with climbing Muztagh Tower.
Due to its remote location and extreme weather conditions, climbers should be prepared for challenging environments, rapid weather changes, extreme cold temperatures, and strong winds. Proper planning, thorough route knowledge, and the involvement of experienced guides or mountaineering agencies familiar with the area are crucial for safety and successful ascents.
Muztagh Tower stands as a testament to the awe-inspiring grandeur of the Karakoram range. Its unique shape, technical challenges, and the allure of conquering its heights attract experienced mountaineers seeking a thrilling and rewarding climbing experience in the heart of the Himalayas.
| Lodging at base camp (single supplement) |
| Full base camp with dinning tent, bathroom, showers & solar charge |
| All internal/domestic transport |
| All domestic flights |
| 50kgs (110 lbs) personal baggage |
| All meals during trek and at base camp (B,L,D) |
| Group emergency equipment/satellite phone service with fixed calling charge |
| Two nights stay in Islamabad hotel on arrival and two on return (bed & breakfast only) |
| Staff insurance (guide, cook, kitchen staff, assistant(s) & porters etc) |
| Experienced cook from Pakistan |
| Kitchen staff |
| Porters for all expedition supplies |
| Solar power at base camp |
| Electricity generator (backup for high voltage devices) |
| International airfare |
| Permit/royalty fee according to number of persons |
| Personal climbing equipment, clothing & sleeping equipment |
| Group climbing gear (rope, ice crew, snow bar, EPI gas, cooking pots and others) |
| Mountain climbing rescue and evacuation insurance policy - mandatory |
| Lodging and meals above base camp |
| Any service above base camp |
| Communication radio (walkie talkie) |
| Weather reports |
| Personal equipment cargo to/from Islamabad |
| Pakistan visa fee |
| Tips/gratuities to staff, cook, assistant(s) of US$ 250 per person in total |
| Meals in Islamabad |
| Extra hotel nights after the climb |
| Trip cancellation insurance |
| All expenses incurred in the event of early wind-up/summit (extra hotel nights, meals at hotels, evacuation) |
| Charges incurred due to delays beyond the control of Apricot Tours (Force majeure) |
| Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail) between Pakistan and home country. |
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