Uli Biaho

Uli Biaho Tower Climb

Overview 

Peak Name: Uli Biaho Tower
Height: 6,109 meters (20,037 feet)
Location: Baltoro Glacier, Karakoram Range, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Grade: Technical Climb – suitable for experienced climbers with alpine and rock climbing skills

Uli Biaho Tower is one of the most iconic granite peaks in the Karakoram Range, known for its vertical rock faces and challenging ascents. The climb demands expertise in both rock and mixed climbing, providing a thrilling yet arduous experience for mountaineers. First climbed in 1979, the tower has remained a prominent target for elite climbers due to its formidable height, steep walls, and remote location.

Itinerary 

Day 01 Welcome to Pakistan (Islamabad)

Day 02 Fly to Skardu subject to weather, Drive to Chilas

Day 03 Drive from Chilas to Skardu

Day 04 Free day/Preparation/sightseeing

Day 05 Drive to Askoli by Jeep

Day 06 Trek to Jula

Day 07 Trek to Paju Camp

Day 08 Trek to Trango Base Camp

Day 09-25 Acclimatization/Climbing Days

Day 26 Trek back to Koro Fong

Day 27 Trek to Askoli, Drive to Skardu by Jeep

Day 28 Fly to Islamabad, subject to weather, Drive to Chilas

Day 29 Drive from Chilas to Islamabad

Day 30 Onward to your own destinations

Services Included

• Accommodation: Hotel stays in Islamabad and Skardu; tented accommodations on trek and at Base Camp.

• Meals: Full board during the trek and at Base Camp; hotel meals in cities.

• Transportation: All ground transfers, Skardu flights (if weather permits), and porters for trekking equipment.

• Permits: Climbing permits, entry fees, and environmental fees.

• Guide & Staff: Experienced mountain guide, porters, and support staff.

• Medical Support: First aid and medical supplies, including a portable altitude chamber (PAC).

Services Excluded

• International Flights: Round-trip flights to/from Pakistan.

• Personal Insurance: Insurance covering high-altitude trekking and evacuation.

• Climbing Equipment: Personal climbing gear.

• Extra Expenses: Additional meals, accommodations, or travel delays; visa fees.

Recommended Equipment

• Climbing Gear: Helmet, harness, crampons, ice axe, carabiners, ropes, belay devices.

• Clothing: High-altitude and cold-weather gear, layered clothing, gloves, and down jacket.

• Footwear: High-altitude boots, approach shoes.

• Sleeping Gear: Four-season sleeping bag, sleeping mat.

• Other Essentials: Sunglasses, sunscreen, hydration system, trekking poles, and headlamp.

Highlights of Uli Biaho Tower Expedition

• Iconic Rock Climb: Experience one of the most vertical and challenging granite towers in the Karakoram.

• Scenic Trekking: Traverse the rugged beauty of the Baltoro Glacier.

• High-Altitude Adventure: Conquer an advanced climb suited for seasoned mountaineers.

• Panoramic Views: Spectacular vistas of neighboring peaks like Trango Towers, K2, and Broad Peak.

• Cultural Insight: Interaction with local Balti culture and traditions.

This expedition to Uli Biaho Tower offers an intense, thrilling challenge and a truly unforgettable high-altitude climbing experience amidst some of the world's tallest and most striking peaks.