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Expeditions to the Mountains of Asia

Muztag Ata

Altitude 7,546m/24,757ft » Duration 30 Days » Grade 2D

A popular 7,000m peak in the Chinese Pamir and excellent preparation for an 8,000er

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Muztag Ata Photo: © Mungo Ross

Introduction

The huge dome of Muztag Ata offers experienced climbers a chance to climb an exceptionally high mountain by a very straightforward route. Overlooking China's vast Takla Makan Desert, it is a popular objective with teams from continental Europe and is an ideal stepping stone on the way to attempting an 8,000m peak. Jagged Globe is usually the only UK-based operator on the mountain and we have been successful with members reaching the top on seven of our previous expeditions. In 2008, we are also able to reduce the cost of this trip... read more

Availability of this expedition

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Experience Required

Muztag Ata is a technically straightforward mountain, but one which requires stamina and determination to cope with long arduous days.
This expedition is graded 2D... read more about grades
Our Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for an expedition.

Team Composition

The Muztag Ata expedition will be led by an experienced Jagged Globe leader. We intend to bring two of our experienced High Altitude Porters from Pakistan to assist team members with load carrying on the mountain. Base camp staff are supplied by the Chinese Mountaineering Association.read more about leaders
There are 12 places available on the expedition.

2008 Leader Andy Chapman (Jul '08).

Expedition Itinerary

Day 1: Fly UK to Islamabad. Direct flight from London/Birmingham/Manchester to Islamabad... read more

Pre-Expedition Meeting

Prior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales... read more

Equipment

To join the Mustag Ata expedition you need the following specialist equipment... read more
We have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service

Insurance

Special travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
  • +44 (0) 845 345 8848
Alternatively, you can contact us by email

First Expedition
June 1989
Summits
7
Total
9
Latest Reports & Photos (Oct '07)
David Carr skiing down Muztag AtaClimbing to camp 2 on Muztag AtaLoad carrying on Muztag Ata
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Dates

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Sat 26 Jul - Sun 24 Aug '08 limited
Pre Expedition meeting
13-15 Jun '08

Prices (choose currency)

UK full cost
price without taxes
£3,495
£3,385
From Islamabad£2,895
Single Trip Insurance£265

Altitude Profile

Courses

To get the most from your expedition, Jagged Globe offer courses to make sure you have all the skills and the fitness you need [more]

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