yutmaru sar expedition

Yutmaru Sar Expedition

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$7,200

The Yutmaru Sar Expedition in the Karakoram Range aims for the 7,283m peak, which offers climbers breathtaking vistas in one of the world’s most difficult mountain ranges.

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  • Vacation Style Holiday Type
    Camping, Climbing, Expedition Style, Mountaineering, Trekking
  • Activity Level Strenuous
    4/8
  • Group Size Large Group
    40
All about the Yutmaru Sar Expedition.

A breathtaking and challenging expedition called the Yutmaru Sar Expedition entices daring mountaineers and explorers to set out on a spectacular trip to scale the difficult Yutmaru Sar. This magnificent mountain may be found in Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan province, situated among the Hispar Muztagh, a subrange of the renowned Karakoram Mountain Range. Yutmaru Sar is Pakistan’s highest peak at 7,283 meters (about 23,894 feet), making it the 88th-highest peak in the world overall and the 37th-highest in the country. The expedition’s epic story opens at the quaint village or town of Hispar-Nagar in the Gilgit-Baltistan area.

With the first successful climb of Yutmaru Sar in 1980, a crucial chapter in the history of mountaineering was written. This ground-breaking accomplishment highlighted the mountain’s difficult and esteemed standing in the world of high-altitude mountaineering. The magical Hispar region, notably the Nagar Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, is where the Yutmaru Sar Expedition departs from. Although there is an alternative path through the Biafo Glacier in the Baltoro region, climbers often prefer the path through Nagar Valley and the Hispar Glacier since it is seen as considerably more accessible and shorter.

The best time to start the ascent to Yutmaru Sar’s top coincides with Pakistan’s summer, which typically lasts from May to August. The difficulties brought on by extreme cold, avalanches, and other high-altitude mountain threats are lessened by the more favorable meteorological conditions present throughout this seasonal window.

Yutmaru Sar is a section of the Karakoram Mountain Range, a massive and fabled series of mountains that spans both Pakistan and China. Some of the most well-known and breathtaking peaks in the world, such as the famous K2 and Gasherbrum, are found in this range. The Karakoram Range, which stretches over 500 kilometers in length and an astonishing 200 km in width and connects the Hindu Kush and Himalayan Mountains, provides a magnificent playground for mountaineers, adventurers, and nature lovers.

The massive Hunza River and the powerful Indus River are just two of the many rivers that originate in the Karakoram Range. These rivers meander through the area, sculpting vast valleys and supporting the communities that call these valleys home. This varied and vast environment is home to many valleys, including Skardu, Hunza, and Gilgit, each ornamented with its own distinct cultural legacy and natural beauty.

Adventurers who have successfully reached Yutmaru Sar’s summit have the option of continuing their exploration by hiking toward Concordia, also known as the “Throne Room of The Mountain Gods.” For those who dare to travel further, this breathtaking region’s towering and enormous peaks provide an unmatched spectacle. As an alternative, one may decide to head back to Pakistan’s most alluring location, the Nagar Valley, which is renowned for its lush meadows and rich cultural legacy.

The Yutmaru Sar Expedition is essentially an invitation to be enthralled by the untamed majesty and grandeur of the Karakoram Mountains rather than just a mountaineering task. It is a chance to test one’s physical and mental limitations in high-altitude environments and hard terrain, all while being rewarded with panoramic views that only a select few have had the luxury to see. As a testament to the enduring fascination of some of the world’s most spectacular peaks and an homage to the tenacious spirit of exploration that drives us to achieve new heights, this remote and enchanting location promises a trip that will leave imprints on the soul.

Highlights

  • Competitive rates for a peak in Pakistan’s untamed mountains that is part of the 7,000-meter club
  • For logistical arrangements to and from the summit, a field office and permanent staff are needed.
  • Itinerary based on the extensive knowledge and experience of our mountain guide
  • Breathtaking mountain views throughout the expedition
  •  Karakoram Trails is a fully authorized indigenous adventure company
  • Our Pakistani High Altitude Climber(s) (HAC) typically provides guidance for fixed departures.
  • Private groups are always a key priority for us.
  • Both guided adventures and unguided (alpine-style) climbing are catered to by our company.
  • Both “base camp services” and “full board services” are what we offer.
  • Sherpas from Nepal can be hired promptly (at least six months before arrival in Pakistan).
  • The following High-Altitude Assistance is chargeable.
  • a. High Altitude Porter (HAP) from Pakistan, who will transport 20 kg of personal gear between camps
    b. A Nepalese private sherpa, or personal guide/porter, will accompany you on your journey, carry up to 20 kg (44 lbs) of personal gear, meltwater, cook, and be there for you at all times.
    c. Personal equipment transportation service: Sherpas transport up to 10 kg (22 lbs) of personal items between camps and up and down the mountain. 
The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
  • Base camp lodging (single supplement)
  • complete base camp with a dining tent, restrooms, showers, and solar power
  • All domestic/internal transportation
  • Every domestic flight
  • 50 kilograms (110 lb) of personal belongings
  • All meals (B, L, D) while on the trek and at base camp
  • Group satellite phones and emergency devices with a set calling fee
  • Arrival and departure nights of two nights each in an Islamabad hotel (bed and breakfast only)
  • Guides, cooks, kitchen workers, assistants, porters, etc. are covered by staff insurance.
  • Pakistani cook with experience
  • Kitchen personnel
  • Porters for all supplies for the expedition
  • Base camp solar power
  • Generator of electricity (backup for high-voltage equipment)
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
  • Airfare for travel abroad
  • Fees for permits and royalties are based on the number of people
  • Personal gear for climbing, dressing, and sleeping
  • Equipment for group climbing, including rope, ice axes, snow bars, EPI gas and other items
  • Insurance coverage for mountain rescue and evacuation is required.
  • Food and lodging above base camp
  • Any assistance beyond base camp
  • Talking radio (walkie-talkie)
  • Climate reports
  • Cargo of personal items to/from Islamabad
  • Visa cost for Pakistan
  • $250 total in tips/gratuities for the staff, cook, and assistant(s).
  • In Islamabad, meals
  • Additional hotel stays following the ascent
  • Insurance against lost travel
  • All costs incurred in the event of an early wind-up or summit (additional hotel stays, hotel meals, and evacuation)
  • Charges incurred as a result of delays that are beyond Karakoram Trails’ control (for cause majeure)
  • Personal correspondence between Pakistan and the home country by phone, fax, and email.
Package Confirmed Dates Trip Status Trip Status Price (PP) Excluding Flights Price (PP) Including Flights  
June 20, 2025 - July 30, 2025
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$7,200
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