Rock Climbing in Pakistan: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You
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Pakistan has the highest concentration of rock towers in the world, and amazing big walls too. The best rock climbing locations are mostly located in the Islamabad region and in the rugged Karakoram range, which boasts a large number of high altitude mountains and remote climbing spots. Choosing the right guide is paramount to go rock climbing in Pakistan. Search the options on Explore-Share.com and start planning an unforgettable adventure!
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What should I know about Rock Climbing Pakistan?
Rock climbing in Pakistan is a unique experience, mostly suited for advanced climbers due to the sheer size and remoteness of its rocks.
The two main rock climbing locations in Pakistan are near Islamabad and in the Karakoram range, where the famous K2 is located. Near Islamabad, the most well-known spots are in the Margallah Hills- which is great for sports climbing and offers a wide variety of routes for climbers of different levels; Shahdra-a limestone crag with five routes in a scenic valley: and Ibex, considered to be the best wall in the region and good for sports climbing too.
In the Karakoram, the offer is broader and also more challenging. The Trango Tower is a famous rock climbing destination great for classic and alpine climbing. The Muztagh Tower, Link Sar, K6 and K7 are all popular crags in the area too, and high altitude crags at that.
Rock climbing in Pakistan is an unforgettable experience, and one best done with proper guidance. Find a certified guide on Explore-Share.com and start planning your rock climbing adventure in Pakistan!
Why should I choose Pakistan for my Rock Climbing adventure?
Remote and rough
Rock climbing in Pakistan is for those that have some skills and like a challenge. Most of the walls and crags in Pakistan are located in very remote spots with little more than towering mountains and more rocks around.
Big walls and towers
Pakistan boasts the largest number of rock towers in the world and so many high altitude mountains that it is also a top spot for big wall climbing.
Amazing culture
Pakistan has a rich and colorful culture that is expressed in its crafts, its music, its cuisine and its deep history. Rock climbing in Pakistan is all about the rocks and then what's off the rocks as well.
What can I expect from the weather in Pakistan?
Weather
Winter is cold and dry, spring is hot and dry, summer is rainy and monsoon season, and autumn is the retreating monsoon period.
Which language is predominantly spoken in Pakistan?
Urdu, English
What currency is accepted in Pakistan?
Pakistani rupee
How can I get to Pakistan?
You can fly direct to the main international airports in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi from main European cities and from New York. There are also other international airports in other Pakistani cities.
What’s the country code of Pakistan?
+92
What’s the high season for Rock Climbing in Pakistan?
The best time to visit is during the Pakistani spring between March and May.
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