Spantik Expedition
7027 m
Overview
Spantik also known as Golden Peak for its golden wall facing Hunza from the south, it is the most attainable 7000m peak in the Karakoram. The dramatic approach trek along the Chogolungma Glacier passes through a variety of beautiful mountain surroundings far from the regular trekking routes. The climbing is relatively straightforward that leads to the summit of the mountain where clear weather conditions result in tremendous views in all directions.
There are two prominent ridges; South East and North West. South East is a long and demanding snow ridge with few sections of technical difficulty and little objective danger. This route was climbed on July 5, 1955 by a party led by K. Kramer. The North West (Golden Pillar) is massive combination of ice and rock. The first successful summiteers on this route are British climbers Mick Fowler and Victor Saunders.
Spantik is a truly Himalayan scale objective: an ideal for those who have previously climbed 6000m trekking peak, or good for acclimatization for those preparing for an 8000m expedition.
Expedition Facts
Expedition Name: Spantik
Expedition Code: ATP-XP-06
Expedition Zone: Open Zone
Approach route: Islamabad–Skardu–Arandu–Spantik BC–Skardu–Islamabad.
Expedition Grade: Moderate
Duration: 32 days
Average Daily walk: 6-7 hours
Trekking days (in & out): 06
Days at base camp & above: 19
Hotel Nights: 07
Best Time: Late May to September
Visa Category: Mountaineering & Trekking
Visa Sub Category: Mountaineering
Permit Requirement: A mountaineering permit is required as the expedition falls in the restricted zone.
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Itinerary
Arrival in Islamabad, transfer to hotel. 500m, Hotel
Day 2. Islamabad–ChilasFlight to Skardu (1 hour) or drive to Chilas (10-12 hours). 2250m, Hotel
Day 3. Chilas–SkarduReserve day in Skardu or drive from Chilas to Skardu (7-8 hours). 2300m, Hotel
Day 4. AranduDrive to Arandu (6-7 hours). 3165m, Tents
Day 5. ChumicTrek to Tsas Chumic (6 hours). 3300m, Tents
Day 6. BalochoTrek to Bolocho (5-6 hours). 3750m, Tents
Day 7. Spantik BCTrek to Spantik Base Camp (5-6 hours). 4160m, Tents
Days 8–26. Climbing SpantikClimbing days for Spantik. Tents
Day 27. Tsas ChumicTrek to Tsas Chumic. Tents
Day 28. Arandu–SkarduTrek to Arandu & drive to Skardu. Hotel
Day 29. Islamabad–ChilasFlight to Islamabad or drive to Chilas. Hotel
Day 30. Chilas–IslamabadFree day or drive to Islamabad. Hotel
Day 31. IslamabadFree day in Islamabad. Hotel
Day 32. DepartureHome bound flight from Islamabad
Note:
The option of taking a flight to Skardu after arrival in Islamabad on day 1 is possible depending upon the arrival time of international flight.
If the flight operates for Skardu on day 2, drive to Askoli on day-4 is possible to gain an extra day for climbing/acclimatization
Fixed Departures for Spantik Expedition 2025
First day of trip: 01-JUL-2025
End of trip: 30-JUL-2025
First day of trip: 30-JUL-2025
End of trip: 28-AUG-2025
Climbing Difficulty: Hard
Group size: 8-12 climbers
Hotel nights: 07
Camping nights: 22 nights
Expedition Type: Unguided expedition
Services up to the base camp are included in the plan, but high altitude services including rope, high altitude porter, high altitude tents and oxygen can also be provided.
Fixed departures are pre-scheduled trips with set itinerary dates. They provide an opportunity for individuals and groups to journey alongside other travellers, sharing a memorable adventure.