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About Nanga Parbat
- Elevation
- 8,126 m (26,660 ft)
- Country
- Pakistan
Climbing history
First ascent by Hermann Buhl solo on July 3, 1953, one of mountaineering's greatest feats. At 8,126m, the 9th highest peak. Called "Killer Mountain" due to early expedition disasters. The Rupal Face is the world's highest rock wall at 4,600m.
Notable itineraries
Kinshofer Route/Diamir Face (6-8 weeks): Standard route from Diamir side. Rupal Face: Massive south face, extremely technical. Mazeno Ridge: One of the longest ridge traverses at high altitude. Fairy Meadows Base Camp trek: Popular trekking destination.
Weather and best time to go
Weather: During the climbing season, average temperatures often exceed 20 ºC (70 ºF) at the base of Nanga Parbat. However, these quickly decrease once base camp is reached and as the summit is approached. The climbing season also coincides with a fairly dry time of year on the mountain, with an average of 25 to 45 millimeters (1.0 to 1.8 inches) of rain falling each month., Best Time to Visit: June to September, Average Expedition Length 45 days
Currency
Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is the official currency. More accessible than K2 - road access to Fairy Meadows. Peak permit approximately $2,500. Trekking to Fairy Meadows very affordable.
Languages
Official: Urdu, English. Regional: Shina language spoken in Gilgit-Baltistan. Chilas and Raikot areas are Shina-speaking. English limited in remote areas.
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Recommended gear for Nanga Parbat
High-altitude essentials picked for 8,000m expeditions. Recommended by our expert team.
- Rab Expedition 8000 Suit (Men's) (8000m suit): View at CampSaver
- La Sportiva Olympus Mons S Boots (8000m boot): View at CampSaver
- Black Diamond Absolute Mitts (expedition mitts): View at CampSaver
- Rab Expedition 1200 Sleeping Bag (down sleeping bag): View at CampSaver
- Petzl Ascension Ascender (ascender): View at CampSaver
- Global Rescue membership (rescue and evacuation): View at Global Rescue
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