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Spantik peak
Also known as: Golden Peak / Spantik-Sosbun Mountains
Height: 7,027 m
Country: 
Pakistan
Pakistan
Spantik Peak offers a mesmerizing climb through its iconic "Golden Pillar," a striking feature that's a dream for alpine enthusiasts. The journey not only challenges your mountaineering skills but also rewards you with unparalleled views of the Nagar Valley and surrounding peaks.
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
- PD: Not very hard (alpine grade 2)
Cost
- $3,500 - $9,000 guided
When to go
- June to August
Permits
- 2 permits are needed
- costing around $1050 total
Guide mandatory?
- no
These are pictures taken while climbing Spantik peak. 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 Spantik peak, 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 Spantik peak. 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 Spantik peak. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Trango Adventures | view guides trip webpage | from $3,500 |
| Hunza Guides Pakistan | view guides trip webpage | from $3,680 |
| Hohenbergsteigen | view guides trip webpage | from $4,450 |
| AWE365 | view guides trip webpage | from $4,500 |
| Karakorum Expeditions | view guides trip webpage | from $4,500 |
| Apricot Tours | view guides trip webpage | from $5,190 |
| Baltoro Adventures | view guides trip webpage | from $5,220 |
| Summit Karakoram | view guides trip webpage | from $5,700 |
| K2 Trekking and Expedition | view guides trip webpage | from $5,700 |
 Visit in Pakistan Tours | view guides trip webpage | from $6,900 |
 Travel Amazing Karakoram | view guides trip webpage | from $7,000 |
| Chogori Adventure Pakistan | view guides trip webpage | from $8,000 |
| Adventure Peaks | view guides trip webpage | from $9,000 |
The Spantik Peak climbing itinerary typically includes a base camp at 4300 meters, followed by acclimatization stops at Camp 1 (5100m) and Camp 2 (5650m). The high camp at 6295 meters serves as the final staging point for the summit push, reaching the majestic Spantik Summit at 7027 meters.
Base Camp
The starting point of the Spantik Peak expedition, situated at an elevation of 4300 meters.
4,300 m
Camp 1
The first acclimatization stop at an elevation of 5100 meters.
5,100 m
Camp 2
The second acclimatization stop at an elevation of 5650 meters.
5,650 m
Camp 3 - High Camp
A high-altitude camp at 6295 meters, providing a launch point for the summit push.
6,295 m
Spantik Summit
The culmination of the expedition, Spantik Summit at 7027 meters offers breathtaking panoramic views.
7,027 m
Explore the 3D route map for a realistic view of the ascent to Spantik peak. 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.
Spantik peak permits
What permits are needed for climbing Spantik peak
Climbing Spantik peak requires a climbing permit and a trekking permit, which must be obtained in advance through a registered tour operator in Pakistan.
1. Climbing Permit
- $1000 (~-1 in the local currency)
- A permit required for climbing peaks above 6500 meters in Pakistan.
- Must be arranged in advance through a government-recognized tour operator.
2. Trekking Permit
- $50 (~-1 in the local currency)
- Permit required for trekking in the region surrounding Spantik peak.
- Available through tour operators or local government offices.
What you can see from the summit of Spantik peak. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.
Spantik peak Links
useful websites, Groups and communities
Groups / links with more info on the Spantik peak route.