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Ismoil Somoni and Korzhenevskaya Peak Climb, Pamir Mountains | Tajikistan

Ismoil Somoni and Korzhenevskaya Peak Climb, Pamir Mountains

Join Ivan, an IFMGA-certified guide, for this unforgettable 32-day mountaineering experience to the heart of Tajikistan. Over the course of more than one month, climb to the summits of Ismoil Somoni Peak, Korzhenevskaya Peak and many others. Enjoy the stunning scenery and explore the uppermost reaches of Tajikistan.


TRIP TYPE

Group

MOUNTAIN RANGES

Pamir

DURATION

32 Days

OFFER PERIOD

Jul, Aug

FITNESS LEVEL

Fit

SKILL LEVEL

Advanced

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

  • Enjoy the stunning scenery of Tajikistan's Pamir Mountains.
  • Climb the tallest and third tallest mountain in the country.
  • Explore the Pamir Mountains and climb several others on the trip too.

Description

Rising to 7,495 meters (24,590 feet) in elevation, Ismoil Somoni Peak is the highest mountain in Tajikistan and the fiftieth highest in the world!

Climbing to its summit should be on any dedicated mountaineers’ bucket list. Combine this with an ascent of nearby Korzhenevskaya Peak (7,105 meters/23,310 feet), the country’s third-highest mountain, and you have the makings of the mountaineering adventure of a lifetime.

The fun begins after meeting with the guide in the Tajik capital of Dushanbe and transferring to base camp at Moskvin Meadow, 4,400 meters (14,435 feet) above sea level.

Prior to climbing both of these peaks, we will proceed to make several acclimatization hikes. These begin simply by exploring the alpine meadow and glaciers around base camp and progress on to climbing Vorobiova Peak (5,685 meters/18,650 feet) and Chetyrekh Peak (6,230 meters/20,440 feet), both of which will take two to three days and whet your appetite for more.

We will start the main course of the trip, so to speak, with a 5-day ascent of Korzhenevskaya. Ascending from the south and attaining the summit via the western ridge, climbing Korzhenevskaya requires plenty of travel over snow and ice, but no overly technical climbing.

The views from the top will be absolutely incredible and by the time you get back to base camp, you’ll be rearing to go again up to the top of Tajikistan.

Finally, the time will come for us to ascend Ismoil Somoni Peak. This last part of the trip requires five days as well, and will certainly be the toughest.

Most of the ascent simply requires traversing mixed snow and ice. However, on Borodkin’s route, there will be a few sections of intermediate rock climbing en route to the summit.

Once you’re at the top, all the trouble of getting there will be well worthwhile. Panoramic views of Tajikistan will greet and mesmerize you before it is time to descend back to base camp and, eventually, return home.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this unforgettable 32-day mountaineering experience to the summits of Ismoil Somoni Peak and Korzhenevskaya Peak!

If you like the look of this trip then I think you may also enjoy my 21-day ascent of Mount Khan Tengri, in neighboring Kyrgyzstan!

Price includes

- Accommodation included

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

- Local flights

- Transport during the trip

- Hot shower

- Camping equipment tents

- Camping equipment sleeping bag

- Camping equipment sleeping pad

- Camping equipment cooking utensils

Price details

The price includes:

Invitation for obtaining the Tajik visa and formalities in Tajikistan;

Accommodation in Dushanbe hotel (hotel 3*, 1 nigh in DBL room with breakfast);

All surface transfers necessary for running the expedition;

Helicopter flights from Dzhirgital to the Base Camp and back (with 30 kg of luggage);

Three meals in the Base Camp, Tents (for 2-4 persons) and equipment in the Base Camp;

Base Camp mess, cook;

electricity 220V, 50HZ;

Medical assistance and doctor in the Base Camp;

Sauna and shower;

service of guide – consultant.

The price does not include:

The cost of Tajikistan visa;

Flight to/from Dushanbe;

excess luggage more then 30 kg by helicopter (4,5 EUR€ by 1 kg more);

Mountain Guide;

Rent of mountaineering equipment;

Personal expenses;

Porters Cost of unexpected premature evacuation;

Insurance.

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking


Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival to Dushanbe. Meeting in airport, transfer to the helicopter station at Dzhirguital.

Day 2: Flight to the Moskvin Meadow Base Camp (BC) - 4400 m

Day 3 to 4: Acclimatisation in and around the Base Camp

Day 5 to 6: Ascent of Vorobiova Peak (5685 m).

Day 7: Rest day

Day 8 to 10: Ascent of Chetyrekh Peak (6230 m).

Day 11 to 12: Rest days

Day 13 to 17: Climbing Korzhenevskaya Peak (7105 m)

Day 18 to 19: Rest days

Day 20 to 25: Climbing Somoni Peak (7495 m) via normal Borodkin's route.

Day 26 to 29: Extra days (in case of bad weather during the climbs)

Day 30 to 31: Return to Dzhirguital and then Dushanbe

Day 32: Departure from Tajikistan

Details

More info

Please contact us for a complete equipment list.

Meeting point

Dushanbe International Airport

About the guide: Ivan

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Ivan

4.80

(26)

Mountain Guide

I'm an IFMGA-certified guide and have been guiding for the past 15 years.

I got the chance to do beautiful ascents like the Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa, Mont Cook, McKinley, 7000m Peaks in ex-USSR, technical climbing In the Caucasus, new climbing routes in the USA, ski-touring in Alps, Russia etc.

I'm an expert in the Elbrus region. I know every corner of it and will be happy to guide you to the summit, at 5.642m high, skiing or walking.
Please get in touch with me and let's leave together for a wonderful adventure in the incredible Caucasus mountain range!

I work together with a group of guides, so if I'm not available, one of my colleagues will guide you!

My favorite saying: "We will either find a way, or make one".

Languages

Russian | English

Certificates

KMGA | IVBV | UIAGM | IFMGA

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What people are saying about Ivan

Maximilian

5.00

This was my second trip together with Ivan Moshnikov. It's safe to say that everbody in our group absolutely loved it. We had a great time in Russia and it was an absolut blast. Even though we were not able to experience "true Mamay snorking powder" we still skied perfect snow for 7 days in a row. I threw my mobile in a corner in the first day and did not pick it up until 8 wonderfull days filled with skiing, amazing food, going to sauna and enyoing wonderfull company. However, if you a looking for a super lonely place, Mamay is probably not the right choice. The valley gets visited frequently by locals and other tourists. Still, there is enough place for everybody I think. 10/10 I will definitly come again. Many thanks to Yulia, Roma and Stepan!

Arkadijs

3.00

No info from travel agent essential information about imigration cards, That mens no info that taht cards important ( No Info dont loose them). About transfer from airport was very good. Food excelent. No additional guide for ascenting Elbruss. I had different habit for ascenting. The Guide doesnt like. TIn the Summit ascenting he said that i should keep same style climbing as them. And put all responsibility on me if i wpould refuse contnues ascent to summit. So i this result bad sleep. And did not feel well to make summit ascent. I refuses to go. So that day i am ski touring myself due to arriving Caucasus. Rest was ok. Please return 250 euros . So incomplete mission

James

5.00

We went to Mt Elbrus ski touring in May and did not summit due to bad weather. If you want to be sure to summit I would suggest you book about 8 days as it takes at least 4 days to get altitude acclimatised to the point you can make an attempt ) and it seems the bad weather systems last about 3 days.... groups submitted the two days prior to us but no one summited for the next three due to 80 kmh winds. In regard to CetNeva, I had some trouble with communications and replies (partly caused at my end) but once that was sorted things went well. Lisa runs the admin side and is good. We did not have Ivan as a guide we had Roman - but Roman was over qualified for us but patient and pleasant despite our lack of skills and never being ready on time.

3.00

The guide was actually not Ivan Mishnikov but Denis who was a Junior guide with CetNeva. Overall the guide company is really good. Cook and the barrels where I stayed were excellent. Lisa, manager of CetNeva, were attentive and always present to help out. Guide was excellent in skills, just a little shy. Would recommend 100%. Thanks!

5.00

I had the pleasure of having Ivan as a guide on Elbrus this year and he is first class. I would highly recommend using him on any mountain

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