Alpine-Style Ascent of the Schell Route and Paragliding Descent on Nanga Parbat
Photo: David Göttler’s instgram post Three international climbers have made history on Nanga Parbat, Pakistan’s notorious “Killer Mountain,” by completing a risky ascent and setting records for descents, according to Dawn.com. Between June 21 and 24, German alpinist David Göttler, 47, and his French teammates Tiphaine Duperier and Boris Langenstein climbed the Rupal Face, one […]
Overlooked Local Heroes: Who Were the Hunza Tigers in Nanga Parbat’s First Ascent
It was the 6th attempt in 1953 when K.M. Herrligkoffer, a German explorer, led another attempt titled “German-Austrian Willy Merkl Memorial Expedition to Nanga Parbat 1953”. In the past, 1930, 1932, 1934, 1937, 1938, 1939, the Germans made multiple unsuccessful and tragic attempts on the Nacked Mountain in Diamer, a remote Himalayan region in Gilgit-Baltistan. […]
Forever in the Karakoram: Where Hermann Buhl Fell—and Rose Again in Name and Spirit
Nestled in the snow-laden heart of the Karakoram, where towering peaks ascend skyward and legends are sculpted in ice, the name Hermann Buhl endures—not merely in historical records but also within the serene valleys of Hunza. On this day, June 27, 1957, the Austrian mountaineer Hermann Buhl disappeared on the slopes of Chogolisa, consumed by […]
Karakoram Climbing Season Kicks Off Amid Geopolitical Tensions
June 25, 2025 | Concordia, Karakoram The climbing season in the Karakoram region is gaining momentum as numerous mountaineers, porters, and expedition teams converge upon the Baltoro area, targeting the towering 8000-meter peaks—K2, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrum I-II—that dominate the landscape. As July approaches, the Concordia camp is bustling with international climbers, trekking groups, and […]
Remembering the Nanga Parbat Massacre of 2013: From Horror to Hope through the Eyes of Survivors
On June 22, 2013, on a tranquil night in the Himalayas, beneath the imposing Nanga Parbat, a group of armed terrorists dressed in paramilitary uniforms invaded Base Camp. In just a few minutes, one of Pakistan’s most heartbreaking mountaineering tragedies unfolded: ten foreign climbers and one Pakistani cook lost their lives in a brutal attack. […]
Czech Climbers Make First Ascent of Hunza Peak’s Southwest Face in Daring Alpine Push
Pakistan’s Karakoram, June 21, 2025 — In Pakistan’s Karakoram range, Czech alpinists Radoslav Groh and Zdenek Hák have accomplished the first ascent of the 6,270-meter Hunza Peak’s imposing 3,000-meter Southwest Face. The June 18 ascent is a major accomplishment in contemporary alpine climbing. Zdenek Hak, left, and Radoslav Groh on Hunza Peak. Photo: Radoslav Groh […]
New Route Opened on Spantik’s East Ridge: Climbing Style or Number of Summits?
Muiz Ud Din of Pakistan and Mathieu Maynadier of France have opened a remarkable new alpine-style route on the East Ridge of 7,029-meter Spantik. This milestone reaffirms climbing as a craft rooted in style, ethics, and connection with nature, rather than just a game of 8,000-meter summits. Their climb, accomplished in a classical alpine style […]
Historic First Ascent: Southeast Pillar of Ultar Sar Finally Climbed
The first ascent of the Southeast Pillar of Ultar Sar (7,388m) in Pakistan’s Karakoram range has been accomplished by a group of elite alpinists, including Ethan Berman, Sebastian Pelletti, and Maarten van Haeren. The three took on the 3,100-meter tricky face in alpine style, with the support of the Alpine Club of Canada’s John Lauchlan […]
Best 5 Resort and Ski Touring Areas in Pakistan – Explore Snow Adventures in the Northern Pakistan
Pakistan’s dramatic mountains and trekking trails are normally what come to mind, but not this incredible winter sports. From high-alpine ski resorts to virgin ski-touring valleys, Pakistan’s north is a secret ski and snowboarding heaven. Whether resort skiing or backcountry ski-touring is your passion, these five spots for beginners to advanced skiers deliver wild adventures […]
Climbing Guide: Legacy Wall – Trail 3 Area, Margalla Hills
Legacy Wall is one of the most accessible and well-liked crags in Margalla. It features a series of well-bolted sport climbs across a wide grade range. With good quality limestone, excellent bolting, and varied climbing styles, it’s a perfect spot for climbers seeking good challenges around Islamabad. Most routes stay dry even in light rain, […]