Nine KP Mountaineers Successfully Summit 6,050-Meter Thalo Zom Peak
A team of nine mountaineers from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has successfully reached the summit of Thalo Zom, a 6,050-meter peak located in Pakistan’s Hindu Kush mountain range.
According to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture and Tourism Authority, the expedition began on July 9, with the climbers reaching the summit on July 17 after several days of challenging mountain climbing.
Challenging Climb Through the Hindu Kush
The team navigated rugged terrain while traveling through the mountainous regions of Kamrat and Chitral. The expedition involved crossing glaciers, deep crevasses, and steep ice-covered slopes.
To improve safety during the ascent, the climbers installed ice screws and other technical climbing equipment at critical sections of the route.
After completing the final stage of the climb, which took nearly eight hours, the team hoisted Pakistan’s national flag at the summit.
One of the Region’s Most Demanding Peaks
Thalo Zom is regarded as one of the most technically challenging peaks in the Hindu Kush due to its difficult terrain, harsh weather conditions, and limited number of successful ascents.
The successful expedition highlights the growing capabilities of Pakistani mountaineers in technical climbing.
Team Members
The expedition included:
- Ruhullah
- Umar Khan
- Intikhab Khan
- Nauman Sami
- Izzatullah Shah
- Saeed Akhtar
- Naeem Khan
- Fawad Khan
- Rawaz Ali
The climbers represented various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Support for Adventure Tourism
The team acknowledged the support provided by the KP Culture and Tourism Authority, stating that the technical assistance played an important role in the success of the expedition.
Officials said achievements like this can help promote mountaineering, adventure tourism, and outdoor sports in Pakistan while encouraging more local climbers to participate in future expeditions.
About Thalo Zom
Thalo Zom was first successfully climbed by an Australian expedition in 1971. Another successful ascent was recorded by an Italian team in 2019, reflecting the peak’s reputation as one of the more demanding climbs in the Hindu Kush mountain range.
