shahid
Dec 23, 2003, 4:45 PM
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SPANTIK PEAK (7027M)
In recent years Spantik has gained considerable popularity amongst expedition climbers and operators of organised ascents.
Located in a relatively accessible, but still remote region, her approach is only 3 days, precluding the arduous approach march often associated with Himalayan 7000 and 8000m peaks.
The walk to Spantik basecamp requires a march of 3 days along a straightfroward glacial system. You should take a guide, dont expect your LO to know the way or offer any assistance - it is likely his frst time here too. There s one difficult point where you drop down to the ice from the moraine bank - a porter fell here and died some years back and as a result the descent strikes the fear of god into your load carriers. Look after them and help them down with ropes if necessary.
The three camp-sites en-route are flat, some have trees, and water s nearby. Wear a hat for the walk and take plenty of sunscreen.
FOR MORE DETAILS MAIL TO shahidfsd@hotmail.com
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