Link Sar Expedition
The Link Sar Expedition is a hazardous and adventurous expedition that takes climbers deep into Pakistan's Karakoram Mountain Range. Link Sar stands tall as a symbol of both beauty and struggle at an astounding elevation of 7,041 meters (23,100 ft) above sea level. This summit is nestled in the Masherbrum Mountains, surrounded by other known giants such as K7 (6,934m) and K6 (7,282m), as well as the breathtaking Charakusa Glacier and Kaberi Glacier.
The appeal of Link Sar is tempting to mountaineers and adventure seekers. This location in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan province is frequently hailed as one of the highest and most mesmerizing places on the planet. Its untainted wilderness and preserved beauty provide an unforgettable experience, with spectacular views of snow-capped peaks and tumbling glaciers that appear to stretch forever.
Trip Highlights
Highlights
- Competitive rates for a seven thousander summit in Pakistan's untamed mountains
- Field office and permanent personnel for logistics to and from the mountain
- The itinerary is based on indigenous knowledge and the extensive experience of our mountain guide
- Stunning mountain views during the expedition
- Silkroad Guides is a fully authorized indigenous adventure company.
- Our Pakistani High Altitude Climber(s) (HAC) generally guides fixed departures.
- Private groups are always a key priority for us.
- We offer guided trips as well as non-guided (alpine style) climbing.
- We offer "base camp services" and "full board services"
- Nepalese Sherpas are accessible on short notice (at least 6 months before arriving in Pakistan).
- The following High Altitude Support is available at an additional cost.
- Pakistani High Altitude Porter (HAP) - Will transport personal equipment weighing up to 20 kg between camps.
- Nepalese Private Sherpa (personal guide/porter) - Carries up to 20 kg (44 lbs) of your personal kit, climbs with you, melts water, cooks, and will be with you at all times.
- Personal equipment transportation – Sherpas transport up to 10kg (22 lbs) of personal equipment up and down the mountain between camps.
Holiday Overview
Link Sar has a reputation for being an exceptionally difficult mountain to summit since the first efforts in 1969. It's a remote location and intricate construction necessitates not only technical expertise but also physical and mental fortitude on the part of climbers. Only the most experienced and dedicated mountaineers dare to face the mountain's sheer faces and perilous circumstances.
Over the years, daring adventurers have attempted to reach the summit of Link Sar, but the route has proven to be difficult. After a second attempt in two years, Jon Griffith and Andy Houseman succeeded in reaching Link Sar West at 6,938 meters in 2015. However, unanticipated health issues hampered their ascent to the main summit, forcing them to return.
Despite the difficulties that climbers endure, the appeal of Link Sar remains strong. The North West face of Link Sar remains undiscovered, with the main summit awaiting those who dare to attempt this difficult achievement.
The excursion has two possible routes: one through the enthralling Hushe Valley and the other through the enthralling Kondus Valley. The months of June, July, and August are ideal for embarking on this incredible trek because weather conditions are relatively favorable, providing a safer and more fun climbing experience.
The Karakoram Mountain Range, which stretches between Pakistan and China, is a breathtaking natural beauty in and of itself. This huge range, with a length of 500 kilometers and a breadth of 200 kilometers, has some of the world's tallest peaks and greatest glaciers. The topography of the region is sculpted by powerful rivers such as the Hunza and Indus Rivers, which provide a lifeblood for the local villages of Skardu, Hunza, and Gilgit.
The Link Sar Expedition is a profound trip into the untamed magnificence of the Karakoram Mountains, not just a mountaineering adventure. It allows participants to push their limitations, connect with nature's magnificence, and leave no trace of their presence behind as they cross these distant and undisturbed terrains. It's an opportunity to immerse oneself in nature's raw majesty and be eternally changed by the experience.
