10 Days Basic Ice Climbing Course and Climbing Peak Manglik Sar 6050m
The Ice Evolution technical ice climbing course in Karakorum/ Himalaya and Hindukush Mountains Range in Pakistan for the average person in the sport of ice climbing over a period of Ten/seven days. First, we instruct and coach you on ice climbing movement skills. You will make full use of modern ice climbing equipment in this course and get instruction on current ice climbing standards. Quickly improving, you’ll find yourself climbing steeper and steeper ice as the course progresses. You will also experience the excitement of climbing a classic multi-pitch ice climbing route on the 5 day. Ultimately you will finish the course where the sport is now – mixed climbing on rock and ice. From our office in Hunza Shimshal Valley Hunza Pakistan we utilize rock and ice mountain climbing pitches in Glaciers and rock mountains for our instruction and course curriculum. Our instructors are top Rock Valley Tours Pvt Ltd ice climbing guides certified by the Shimshal Mountaineering school (SMS)and Alpine club of Pakistan,
This innovative and modern ice climbing training course is taught in the Pakistani RVT by instructors who are on the cutting edge of modern climbing. It is suitable for physically fit beginner climbers and is also a great transition program for Ice and rock climbers.
07/05 days of focused instruction is designed to accelerate your ice climbing training experience and ability.
Expedition FACTs:
Duration: 07/10 days
Camping Night: 06 days
Hotel Nights: 05 days
Maximum Altitude: 6050 meters
Trek Status: Moderate
Season: Winter Oct to Feb
Trek zone: Not Required
Location: Shimshal Valley Karakoram Range
OVERVIEW Winter Climbing Expedition Day To Mode Time (Hrs) Height (M) Stay 01 Morning Drive to Hunza AC Van 18/20 1,050 Self 02 Jeep Drive Shimshal /Malaguti Glacier Jeep ¾ 3000 Camp / Local House 04 -6ice climbing Training trek 6/7 3000 Camp /Local house 07 Shimshal Village Trek 4/5 3300 GH 15 Jeep drive to Hunza/Gilgit Jeep 3/4 2515 Self
SERVICES INCLUDED: Accommodation Camping Equipment: Triple sharing bases in hotels in towns like Hunza Shimshal we Provides high quality equipment to clients making their adventure the most Comfortable and enjoyable even on the harsh and hard part of the world Dome 3 tents during trekking and at the base camp, Mattresses. Kitchen Equipment: Mess Tent with full Kitchen Equipment, Table & chairs, Kitchen utensil Meals: Half Board at Hotel GH and Full board during camping and base camp, We provide Excellent quality food during your adventure when you start your Trek from Shimshal Valley full Board). In Pakistan RVT is the only expedition outfitter which provides fresh meat and vegetable at the base camps time to time. Break Fast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea or coffee Our Staff: We would not say our staff is the best one in Pakistan, you would say this after you Experience their punctuality, Experience, good and humorous attitude with you. Any helicopter rescue is not included in the price for staff. Cook helper, porters & Sardar, Their daily allowance, Food, kit & equipment, insurance, accommodation, RVT Traveling Exp, TRANSPORTATION: Jeeps etc. with all expedition Luggage’s. Hunza Karimabad to Shimshal & back to Hunza. Protégé: Porter from Shimshal to Base Camp and back to Shimshal including food. Kitchen. And 12.50 Kg of member luggage’s. Are you a Frequent Visitor Pakistan? If you are coming to Pakistan for Expeditions, Trekking and you wish keep your equipment in Pakistan, You are more, than welcome to keep your equipment In our store either in Islamabad or you can keep them in Hunza/ Shimshal. Like many other climbers, expedition and trekking organizers you can keep them. This is a free service that only RVT offers to facilitate its clients. OFFICIAL FORMALITIES: Submission of application for climbing permit and coordination with ministry of Tourism in order to update climbers with the progress. Arrangements of first meeting with Guide and Ministry Briefing/de-briefing in the Ministry of tourism. Processing application for satellite permit (if required) Documentation for import and export of mountaineering cargo
***COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: Mentioned services are not included in our price, but some of them can be arranged on your request Meals at hotel or on the way is not including in the cost. Cost of any soft drinks, Any domestic/international air fare, transportation in Gilgit air port for pick and drop. Personal trekking equipment like sleeping bag, sacks Shoes and all personal expenses such as mineral water, Thuraya phone, liquor etc Hotel accommodation in Islamabad, Rescue team and rescue Helicopter Transportation from ISB to ISB Porter for personal Extra luggage on the trek, Donkey /Yak for trek. Medicines and any expense of personal nature, Rescue Helicopter charges 10,000 U$ in case of use for rescue Transfers to the airports for participants, Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely personal nature Any expense due to forced majeurs, cancellation of flights, landslides, evacuation or accident 0r delay beyond the control of land operator Luggage and Cargo: Before your arrival and departure RVT takes care of your luggage. Clearance of Cargo before arrival, Clearance of your Cargo after your departure to your home. Storage of your un-wanted belongings in Islamabad or Skardu, which you do not need during your adventure, Miscellaneous Reconfirmation of international flight tickets Arrangement of high altitude porters (if required). Rock Valley Tours has the best high altitude porters. Arrangement of high altitude tents (VE 25 North Face Tents) on payment. A fare-well dinner will be hosted from RVT in one of the best restaurants or hotels in Rawalpindi/Islamabad with your staff that will be coming back with you from the base camp or your adventure. Taxes Fees & Tipping The following fees and taxes are included in our quotation, for members, RVT crew and Camping fees, Bridge crossing Fees (Porter, porter Sardar and RVT staff Tip is not include in the cost) Note: If any member splits from the expedition for his/her own reason, that member will bear all transportation costs on the way back to Rawalpindi. In case of damage to the base camp tent or any Equipment, the trek member will be charged original value of Equipment. Payment Procedure: 100 % Advance on date block & confirmation of services, minimum 03 Month before commencement of expedition /climbing. RESCUE/EVACUATION According to new rules enforced by Ministry of Tourism, Government of Pakistan, a helicopter bond is to be obtained from concerned aviation authority. US$10,000/- is to be deposited to get the bond or a guarantee of respective embassy in Pakistan can be submitted. (IMPORTANT) Foreigner client must share their passport copy, 02 passport size Photograph full detail for trek permission requirement. If any member leaves the trek at any stage, the organization will not be liable to refund the payment. TERMS & CONDITIONS. Using drugs or intoxication of any kind is strictly prohibited. If anyone is caught using any kind of substance on buses or during trip will be expelled from the trip on the spot. That person will not be eligible for any kind of refund. We reserve the right to cancel trip without prior notice for any reasons deemed appropriate by them. In such a case the registered participants will receive full refund. On adventure trip of this type, weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors beyond the control of organizers can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the Leader of the group and Guide will decide what the best alternative is, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group Smoking in the transport is strictly prohibited. Participants must hold a valid Computerized CNIC/Passport Card. Time management / punctuality is strictly recommended. Participants are advised to use Non-Slippery Shoes/Boot/Joggers/DMS. Participants must OT wear Heel/Dress Shoes. On steep ascends in mountainous areas, air conditioned of the buses will be operational on on-off basis to keep the vehicles from overheating. The RVT will not be responsible for any injury/damage/loss.
(IMPORTANT) •Foreigner client must share their passport copy, 02 passport size Photograph full detail for trek permission requirement. •If any member leaves the trek at any stage, the organization will not be liable to refund the payment. •TERMS & CONDITIONS. Using drugs or intoxication of any kind is strictly prohibited. If anyone is caught using any kind of substance on buses or during trip will be expelled from the trip on the spot. That person will not be eligible for any kind of refund. •We reserve the right to cancel trip without prior notice for any reasons deemed appropriate by them. •In such a case the registered participants will receive full refund. •On adventure trip of this type, weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors beyond the control of organisers can result in a change of itinerary. •It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the Leader of the group and Guide will decide what the best alternative is, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group •Smoking in the transport is strictly prohibited. •Participants must hold a valid Computerised CNIC/Passport Card. •Time management / punctuality is strictly recommended. •Participants are advised to use Non-Slippery Shoes/Boot/Joggers/DMS. Participants must NOT wear Heel/Dress Shoes. •On steep ascends in mountainous areas, air conditioned of the buses will be operational on on-off basis to keep the vehicles from overheating. •The RVT will not be responsible for any injury/damage/loss.
Islamabad, Pakistan to Shimshal Valley Road, Hunza Nagar