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SST Nanga Parbat Summer 2023 Expedition comes to an end with record success

July 2, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that the Seven Summit Treks team has made history with a record-breaking triumph on the treacherous slopes of Mt. Nanga Parbat. Standing tall at 8,126 meters above sea level, Nanga Parbat is often referred to as the "Killer Mountain" due to its treacherous conditions and challenging terrain.

Led by expedition leader, Chhang Dawa Sherpa, the team embarked on this awe-inspiring journey with a shared vision of conquering one of the world's most challenging summits. Facing extreme weather conditions, perilous crevasses, and unforgiving terrain, our climbers showed unparalleled determination and unwavering commitment to reach the summit.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our team members, sherpa guides, and support staff for their unwavering support and belief in our capabilities. Without their commitment, this remarkable triumph would not have been possible.

Summiteer list on different dates:

26 June 2023

  1. Kristin Harila (Norway)
  2. Alina Pekova (Russia)
  3. Sophie Marie-Therese Jeanne Lavaud (Switzerland)
  4. Francisco Damilano (France)
  5. Uylsse Lfrancois Albert Lefebbvre (France)
  6. Tunc Findik (Turkey)
  7. Viridiana Alvarez Chavez (Mexico)
  8. Nima Rinji Sherpa (Nepal)
  9. Tenjen Sherpa (Nepal)
  10. Mingtemba Sherpa (Nepal)
  11. Dawa Sangay Sherpa (Nepal)
  12. Pasang Tenje Sherpa (Nepal)
  13. Dendi Sherpa (Nepal)
  14. Ngima Dorchi Sherpa (Nepal)
  15. Lakpa Temba Sherpa (Nepal)
  16. Pasang Nurbu Sherpa (Nepal)
  17. Sajid Ali Sadpara (Pakistan) No O2
  18. Yousuf Ali (Pakistan)
  19. Imtiaz Ali Sadpara (Pakistan)

02 July 2023

  1. Flutura Ibrahimi (Albania)
  2. He Jing (China) No O2
  3. Josette Valloton (Switzerland)
  4. Anja Karen Blacha (Germany) No O2
  5. Afsaneh Hesami Fard (Iran)
  6. Taraman Tamang (Nepal)
  7. Phubadhile Sherpa (Nepal) No O2
  8. Phurbu Kusang Sherpa (Nepal)
  9. Sona Sherpa (Nepal)

• A team of more than 25 international climbers, including the world record holder from Norway, Kristin Harila, Sherpa Tenjen (aka Lama), and Mingtemba, successfully reached the summit while fixing the summit rope. This climb marked Kristin’s and Tenjen’s 10th ascent of an 8,000-meter peak out of the 14, as part of the Fastest 14 Peaks project.

• Additionally, Sophie Lavaud and Tunc Findik completed their 14 Peak (all 8000ers) journey by conquering the final remaining peak, Nanga Parbat.

Stay tuned for more updates and exciting adventures as we continue our pursuit of conquering peaks in karakoram region.

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  1. Easy (E): Climb requires one-day climbs, or a multiday climbs with non-technical elements.
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Tunc Findik

Turkey

Been with Seven Summit Treks for many years, done all 8000ers ! Services are perfect !! Recently joined Cholatse Expedition - Summit Success

Lukáš Jasenský

Czech Republic

Mardi Himal trek. A wonderful trek ideal even for beginners. Wonderful views, great facilities. Our choice for this trek was through our honeymoon. Seven Summit Treks organized and prepared everything. Sherpa Tashi and porter Nima were great. We could talk, they always prepared everything. I have been in contact with the guys from Seven Summit Treks since the expedition to Makalu and I know that I can rely on them. Thank you for your help and wonderful experience. And see you at the next event.

Sofie Lenaerts

Belgium

Our first co-operation was in 2013 in Pakistan with Arnold Coster expeditions and Sevensummittreks towards the Gasherbrum. After that, we continued to work together on expeditions towards Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, Manaslu (winter), and AmaDablam. For me, SST is a very professional company with a lot of experience and knowledge. We have full confidence in their capabilities and appreciate their flexibility. I would like to thank them for all those years of cooperation and I look forwards to new adventures in Nepal and Pakistan.

Brad Johnson

USA

I have been on many expeditions in Nepal over the years, most of them I organized with friends and used Seven Summit Treks only for their base camp services with great service! This year none of my friends were available to climb in Nepal in the Autumn season so I contacted SST and decided to sign up for the Mera Peak and Baruntse expedition. SST organized everything and provide me with a personal climbing Sherpa for the entire trip. Throughout the entire trip, everything was taken care of by SST, including lodging, tea houses, and meals. At Baruntse base camp I had a nice private tent and the cook and kitchen staff always had smiles and cooked great meals. My Sherpa (Jangbu) was great and we became close friends and climbing partners. Jangbu was always there with a smile, a very strong climber, always wanting to help in any way he could. There was plenty of time to decide how and when we were going to make a summit push based on the weather. We had fantastic summit days on both peaks and finished the trip crossing the Amphu Labste pass into the Khumbu Valley staying each night in nice lodges with all meals included. I would highly recommend using SST for any expedition that you want to go on. Thank you Seven Summit Treks for a great trip and your attention to detail!!

Mohamed H. Al Khalifa

Bahrain

Seven summits are the best! Very professional highly recommended and fun people to work with.. 👏