Trich Mir Expedition
Altitude
7,708m
Duration
30-35 Days
Best Season
N/A
Overview
The Trich Mir Expedition is ideal for experienced climbers seeking a remote 7000m+ peak. While technically moderate, it requires strong high-altitude skills, proper acclimatization, and preparation for remote mountain conditions. The climb provides breathtaking vistas and a true adventure in the Hindu Kush region.
Highlights
Arrival and Briefing
Arrival in Islamabad followed by an official briefing with the Alpine Club of Pakistan to finalize permit clearance. Altitude: 540m. Accommodation: Hotel.
Travel to Chitral
Transfer to Chitral via a domestic flight or overland drive, noting that flights are weather-dependent. Altitude: 1,500m. Accommodation: Hotel.
Chitral Preparations
A day dedicated to final preparations in Chitral, including comprehensive gear checks and initial acclimatization. Altitude: 1,500m. Accommodation: Hotel.
Drive to Shagrom Village
Overland journey to Shagrom Village, the final road-accessible point before the trek. Altitude: 2,400m. Accommodation: Camping.
Trek to Tirich Glacier Base Camp
Commencement of the trek from Shagrom (2,800m) to the Tirich Glacier Base Camp. Altitude: 3,600m. Accommodation: Camping.
Base Camp Acclimatization
A scheduled day for rest and altitude acclimatization at Base Camp. Altitude: 3,600m. Accommodation: Camping.
Establish Advanced Base Camp
Moving supplies via load ferry to establish the Advanced Base Camp. Altitude: 4,500m. Accommodation: Camping.
Establish Camp 1
Setting up Camp 1, involving technical ice climbing and careful crevasse navigation. Altitude: 5,200m. Accommodation: Camping.
Establish Camp 2
Technical ascent across steep snow and ice slopes to establish Camp 2. Altitude: 6,100m. Accommodation: Camping.
Establish Camp 3
Pushing further to set up Camp 3, requiring tough technical climbing. Altitude: 6,800m. Accommodation: Camping.
Summit Preparations
Days reserved for rest and final preparations for the summit attempt. Accommodation: Camping.
Summit Push
Early morning summit attempt of Tirich Mir (7,708m) via steep ice and rock slopes. Altitude: 7,708m. Accommodation: Camping.
Descent for Recovery
Safe descent back to Camp 3 for post-summit recovery. Altitude: 6,800m. Accommodation: Camping.
Return to Base Camp
Continuing the descent back to the primary Base Camp. Altitude: 3,600m. Accommodation: Camping.
Trek to Shagrom Village
Retracing the trekking route back to Shagrom Village. Altitude: 2,800m. Accommodation: Camping.
Return to Chitral
Drive from Shagrom Village back to Chitral. Altitude: 1,500m. Accommodation: Hotel.
Rest and Contingency
A rest day in Chitral also serving as a buffer for weather contingencies. Accommodation: Hotel.
Return to Islamabad
Transfer back to Islamabad via flight or overland drive. Accommodation: Hotel.
Debriefing and Farewell
Official expedition debriefing followed by a farewell dinner in Islamabad. Accommodation: Hotel.
International Departure
Transfer to the airport for your international departure flight home.
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