Mountain Climbing in the Kyrgyz Pamir Range: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

A great summit to climb is Mount Lenin. This is often referred to as one of the easiest 7,000-meter mountaineering challenges but this is misleading. It’s not easy and needs a lot of advanced planning. A good way to see if you’re ready for Lenin is to climb Razdelnaya Peak which sits at 6,100 meters or Yukhin peak at 5,100m. Much of this territory was formerly part of the Soviet Union. As such the mountains had Soviet names. Since independence, many of the names were changed. However in some cases, notably Lenin Peak, the Soviet names continue to be used.

**High altitude peaks **

The mountains of the Kyrgyz Pamir are some seriously imposing mountains. The tallest peak in the range is Imeni Ismail Samani Peak which sits at 7,495 meters followed closely by Lenin peak at 7,134 meters. There are many more high peaks in the 6,000-meter range to be explored.

**Remote and interesting location **

Much of this mountain range lies within Tajikistan, specifically the remote region of Gorno-Badakhshan. You won't find this place on the typical tourist trail. The tall surrounding mountains provide for some rugged, spectacular scenery. Plus, you can experience the local culture first-hand and learn about the fascinating history of the country.

The achievement of a lifetime

Climbing a mountain like Mount Lenin which sits at 7,134 metres is something that mountaineers the world over dream of doing. While this climb is not very technical is it still a very challenging ascent. But the sense of satisfaction you have when you complete the climb will be second to none.

The climate here is extreme and in winter is considered to be a polar climate over 3,000 meters. Winter lasts from October to April.

Tajik, Russian and Persian.

Tajikistani Somoni

Fly to Osh or Bishkek and then organize your transfer with your guide. You can fly to Dushanbe the capital of Tajikistan but the flights there are not as regular. Another (longer and potentially more complicated) option is to travel overground from China to Irkestam which is close to Lenin Peak.

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July to mid-August