NANGA PARBAT EXPEDITION
Nanga Parbat, often referred to as the "Killer Mountain," is the ninth-highest mountain in the world, standing at 8,126 meters (26,660 feet).
Nanga Parbat is the ninth-highest mountain in the world, with a summit elevation of 8,126 meters (26,660 feet) above sea level. It is located in the western Himalayas in Pakistan and is known as the "Killer Mountain" due to its difficult climbing routes and high fatality rate among climbers. Nanga Parbat means "Naked Mountain" in Hindi/Urdu and is with reference to the south face's exposed rock buttresses. The north face is equally intimidating. In contrast to the south face’s steep rock and ice a broad barrier of seracs that extend the width of the mountain guards the snowy north face. Most attempts nowadays are via the Westerly Diamir face, which is generally considered to be the easiest and safest with the Kinshofer Route, the normal route.
In 1953, German climber Hermann Buhl made the first successful ascent of Nanga Parbat, climbing alone and without supplementary oxygen. His climb was considered a major achievement in the climbing world and solidified Nanga Parbat's reputation as a challenging and dangerous mountain to climb.
Climbers before the Second World War were convinced that the only way to climb the mountain was from the north via a long arc extending over Rakhiot Peak (7010m), between the two summits of Silberzacken and finally to the summit of Nanga Parbat thereby avoiding a more direct ascent of the north face. The route was dangerously prone to avalanches and exposed to bad weather. 31 people died attempting to climb the mountain leading to it acquiring the infamous name of the “Killer Mountain". Nanga Parbat is considered one of the most challenging and dangerous mountains to climb, with a high fatality rate. Many climbing routes are steep, exposed, and prone to avalanches and rockfalls. The mountain is also known for unpredictable and severe weather, which can make climbing even more difficult.
1. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle. 2. HOTEL ACCOMMODATION IN ISLAMABAD: 3 nights hotel in ISLAMABAD (4-star category) - single room on bed and breakfast plan. 3. WELCOME DINNER: One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in ISLAMABAD with Office Staff. 4. CARGO CLEARANCE: Assistance for cargo clearance in Pakistan’s Customs, clearance cost is subject to a charge. 5. PERMIT: Expedition Royalty and a permit fee of the PAKISTAN Government to climb Nanga Parbat, for members and Sherpa. 6. LIAISON OFFICER: 1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment, salary, and accommodation. 7. GARBAGE MANAGEMENT: Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit fees. 8. INSURANCE: Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese / Pakistani staff during the trek and expedition. 9. MAP: Trekking and climbing map. 10. DUFFLE BAG: One 14 Peaks expeditions’ Duffle Bag. 11. MEMBER TRANSPORTATION: - LAND TRANSPORTATION (MEMBERS): Drive from Islamabad to Halale via Chilas and while returning from Halale to Islamabad via Chilas, as per itinerary, along with one guide. ` 12. EXPEDITION STUFFS TRANSPORTATION: All necessary expedition equipment transportation for all Members and Staff from Nepal to Pakistan (by air cargo) – Islamabad to Halae (by truck/jeep) and Base camp (by Porters/mules) – While returning: Base camp to Halale (by porters/mules) and Halale to Islamabad (by Truck/jeep). Based on the condition, different transportation variants may adopt. 13. MEMBER LUGGAGE: Up to 60 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek to be carried by porters or Mules. 14. FOOD AND LODGING: 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/TENT during the trek and at the Basecamp. Hygienic and green vegetables, meat, fruits, soft drinks, and juice will be served during the entire expedition. Well-managed base camp set up for members & Staff. 15. CAMPING: All necessary logistic arrangements for Camping during the trek. 16. PORTER: Porters per member up to the basecamp and from the basecamp (both ways). 17. BASE CAMP STAFF: Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required. 18. BASE CAMP COOK: 1 Nepalese and 1 Pakistani well-trained cook for the team. 19. STAFF SALARY AND ALLOWANCE: All Nepalese & Pakistani staff & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing. 20. BASE CAMP TENT: Each member will have an individual box tent in Base Camp. 21. BASE CAMP EQUIPMENT: Single Tent, foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, 1 Staffs Tent, 1 Tent for Nepalese base camp staff, Store tent, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gears. 22. HEATER: Heater at base camp in each Dining and other necessary camps. 23. SOLAR/GENERATOR/LIGHT: 1 Solar panel and Generator for lights at base camp, FOR battery charges, laptop, and other electronic devices. 24. TRAINING: Oxygen, Mask Regulator, Ice wall, and Ladder training at basecamp by a Guide. 25. HIGH ALTITUDE CLIMBING SHERPA: 1 veteran and government-licensed climbing Sherpa per member (1 Member: 1 Sherpa), during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back, and on each rotation. 26. ASSISTANCE: Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps. 27. CLIMBING SHERPA SALARY & ALLOWANCE: Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing 28. OXYGEN BOTTLE (O2): Summit Oxygen cylinder: 3 oxygen bottles (4 liters) for each member and 2 oxygen bottles for each high-altitude Sherpa. 29. OXYGEN MASK & REGULATOR: 1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks & regulator for each member and high-altitude Sherpa. 30. BACK UP Oxygen Cylinder, mask, and regulator (SUBJECT TO A CHARGE). 31. HIGH CAMP SERVICE (INFRASTRUCTURE AND LOGISTICS): High Altitude Tent, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for a member, Sherpa, and other crews at (C1) (C2) (C3) and (C4). Group climbing gears, fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required. 32. HIGH ALTITUDE TENT: Members will share tents in high camps (2 members: 1 tent). 33. ROPE FIXING TEAM: The team of experienced Sherpas (including personal Sherpa) will fix the route to the summit of Nanga Parbat (no extra charge will be applied to members). 34. SATELLITE PHONE: Satellite Phone for emergency communication carried by Sherpa, also available for members (SUBJECT TO A CHARGE). 35. WALKIE-TALKIE: Walkie–Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp. 36. PERMITS: Satellite Phone/walkie-talkie permit for all members and staff. 37. WEATHER FORECAST: Weather forecast report regularly from Meteotest, Bern (Switzerland) during the entire expedition. 38. MEDICAL KIT: Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff. 39. CERTIFICATE: Nanga Parbat certificate issued by PAKISTANI ALPINE CLUB (after climbing Nanga Parbat successfully). **Note: All expedition stuffs and equipment have to be returned after the expedition.
1. AIR FARE: International flight airfare (from and to Islamabad). 2. PAKISTAN ENTRY VISA FEE: PAKISTANI Visa fee for 90 DAYS. 3. LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch & dinner during the stay in Islamabad (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary). 4. EXTRA NIGHTS IN ISLAMABAD & CHILAS: Extra nights’ accommodation in Islamabad & Chilas. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition, or domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary. 5. EARLY RETURN FROM THE TRIP: Withdraw early from the trip, it will take at least 1-2 days for the arrangements of the porters, and manage all the logistics. This will cost you an extra mandatory price for all the necessary arrangements on the way back from the base camp. 6. INSURANCE POLICY: Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high-altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory 7. PERSONAL EXPENSES: Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Islamabad & Skardu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp). 8. PERSONAL CLIMBING EQUIPMENT: Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear. 9. TOILETRIES: Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean. 10. FILMING: Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee. 11. INTERNET SERVICE: Not included during the trek. 12. SUMMIT BONUS: Summit bonus to each climbing Sherpa- Minimum 2000 USD. 13. TIPS: Calculate some tips for basecamp and high camp staff – Minimum 400 USD. 14. EXTRA: Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.
