Spantik Peak Expedition 2027 | Golden Peak 7,027m | Pakistan

Arrival at Islamabad International Airport. Our team welcomes you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel. After check-in, the expedition team conducts an initial briefing and reviews the expedition schedule. Overnight: Hotel in Islamabad

Take a domestic flight from Islamabad to Skardu, subject to weather and flight operations. Skardu is the main gateway to the expedition region. After arrival, transfer to the hotel and rest. If the flight is cancelled because of weather or operational conditions, the expedition will use the appropriate road alternative. Overnight: Skardu

A preparation and acclimatization day in Skardu. Activities include: Expedition briefing Equipment inspection Final packing Food and fuel preparation Porter arrangements Permit and administrative formalities Final route briefing Overnight: Skardu

Drive from Skardu toward Arandu through the Shigar and Basha Valley. The final section is reached by local 4WD/jeep transport depending on road conditions. Arandu is the starting point of the trekking approach toward the Chogo Lungma Glacier. Overnight: Camp in Arandu Approximate elevation: 2,700–3,100m

Begin trekking toward the Chogo Lungma Glacier. The trail gradually gains elevation through the remote mountain valley. The team maintains a controlled pace to support acclimatization. Overnight: Camp

Continue toward the upper Chogo Lungma Valley. The landscape becomes increasingly alpine as the expedition approaches the glacier and Spantik massif. Overnight: Camp

Continue toward Bolocho. The expedition moves through increasingly glaciated terrain while preparing for the final approach to Base Camp. Overnight: Bolocho Camp Approximate elevation: 3,800–3,900m

Continue toward Spantik Base Camp. The team reaches the expedition's main Base Camp at approximately 4,300m. The climbing staff establish the Base Camp facilities and organize equipment for the acclimatization rotations. Overnight: Spantik Base Camp Approximate elevation: 4,300–4,360m

Rest at Base Camp. The expedition team conducts climbing preparation and checks technical equipment. Depending on conditions, climbers may receive refresher training in: Crampon technique Ice-axe use Fixed-rope systems Ascender/Jumar use Glacier travel Rope safety Overnight: Base Camp

Begin the first acclimatization rotation. Climb from Base Camp toward Camp I at approximately 5,100m. The route involves glacier and snow terrain. Camp I is established and the team spends the night at altitude. Overnight: Camp I

Descend from Camp I toward Base Camp. Rest and recover after the first high-altitude rotation. Overnight: Base Camp

Rest day at Base Camp. Hydration, nutrition and recovery. The expedition leader reviews weather forecasts and mountain conditions. Overnight: Base Camp

Begin the second climbing rotation. Climb again toward Camp I. Overnight: Camp I

Continue from Camp I toward Camp II at approximately 5,600–5,650m. The team climbs higher on the Southeast Ridge and spends the night at altitude. Overnight: Camp II

Descend from Camp II toward Base Camp. This descent allows the team to recover before the final summit rotation. Overnight: Base Camp

Recovery day at Base Camp. The team prepares personal climbing equipment and summit loads. Weather forecasts are monitored closely. Overnight: Base Camp

Begin the final summit rotation. Climb toward Camp I. Overnight: Camp I

Continue toward Camp II. Climbers move according to the pace established by the expedition leader. Overnight: Camp II

Climb toward the final high camp. Camp III: approximately 6,250–6,500m depending on the location established by the expedition team. The route may include steeper snow/ice sections and fixed-rope terrain. Overnight: Camp III

The summit push begins early from Camp III. The team climbs toward the summit of Spantik Peak at 7,027 metres. The upper mountain can involve: Steep snow and ice Fixed ropes Extreme altitude Strong winds Sub-zero temperatures Long periods of climbing The summit attempt can take many hours depending on weather, route conditions and the pace of the climbing team.

Continue descending from the high camps toward Spantik Base Camp. Rest and recovery at Base Camp. If the summit was not possible on Day 20 because of weather or route conditions, this day may instead be used as an additional summit attempt. Overnight: Base Camp

Dedicated contingency day. If the summit was successfully completed, this day is used for recovery and preparation for the descent. If weather prevented the summit attempt, the expedition may use this day for another summit window. The expedition leader makes the final decision based on weather, route and team safety. Overnight: Base Camp

Begin the return journey through the Chogo Lungma Glacier. Descend toward Bolocho. Overnight: Bolocho Camp

Continue descending through the lower Chogo Lungma approach. Reach Arandu. Overnight: Arandu

Drive from Arandu toward Skardu through the Basha and Shigar valleys. Arrival in Skardu and hotel check-in. Hot shower and recovery after the expedition. Overnight: Skardu

Fly from Skardu to Islamabad, subject to weather and flight operations. Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your onward journey. End of Spantik Peak Expedition 2027.