Join a community of
mountaineers
Khan Tengri
Also known as: Hantengri Peak / Independence Peak / Victory Peak
Height: 7,010 m
Countries: 
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
KazakhstanKyrgyzstanKhan Tengri's marble-like pyramid shape offers a visually stunning climb, set against the backdrop of the Central Tien Shan range. Known for its challenging mixed terrain and the ethereal glow it casts during sunset, this peak provides an unforgettable mountaineering experience.
Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you embark on one of the world’s iconic climbs. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.
Difficulty
- D: Hard (alpine grade 4)
When to go
- July and August
These are pictures taken while climbing Khan Tengri. They're shown here to give you an idea of what the route is like. You're welcome to share your own pictures of mountaineering Khan Tengri, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.
Guide links
These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Khan Tengri. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Khan Tengri. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
| Guide | Info | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Extreme Tour Pro | view guides trip webpage | from $1,700 |
| Ak-Sai Travel | view guides trip webpage | from $1,800 |
 Asia Outdoor | view guides trip webpage | from $1,800 |
| Tien-shan Travel | view guides trip webpage | from $2,280 |
| KanTengri Expeditions | view guides trip webpage | from $2,950 |
| Central Asia Travel | view guides trip webpage | from $3,800 |
| Mountain Planet | view guides trip webpage | from $3,990 |
Explore the 3D route map for a realistic view of the ascent to Khan Tengri. This interactive map provides a close-up look at key points like base camp and high-altitude camps along the way. For those planning their own expeditions, it offers a helpful overview of the mountain's terrain and surroundings.
What you can see from the summit of Khan Tengri. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.
These treks are similar in length, difficulty, and elevation. Offering a similar level of challenge as the Khan Tengri trek and provide beautiful landscapes, cultural experiences, and a sense of adventure.
