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Pamir · Kyrgyzstan · 7,134 m

Lenin Peak

One of the most accessible 7,000-metre peaks on the planet and a Pamir high-altitude classic. Serious altitude with logical, gradual acclimatization.

23days
7,134 msummit elevation
from $4,060per person

What's included

We take care of the whole expedition.

Mountain Crew guide

An experienced high-altitude guide leads the group on acclimatization rotations and the summit push.

Transfers

Airport pick-up and drop-off in Osh, transfers Osh — Achik-Tash base camp — Osh.

Paperwork and permits

Border permit, rescue-service registration, environmental fees, route consultation.

Accommodation

3* hotel in Osh (2 nights), tents with platforms and 220V power at BC and C1, pre-set high-altitude tents at 5,600 and 6,100 m.

Meals

Three meals a day at BC and C1, high-altitude food pack for the climb.

Horse-supported carry

Loads carried by horses from base camp to Camp 1 and back — up to 20 kg per person.

Group gear

Ropes, gas and stoves, cookware, radio rental.

Service and safety

Hot shower and sauna, free internet at BC, first aid and a doctor at BC and C1.

Not included

  • Round-trip flights to Osh
  • Porter services: C1 ⇄ C2 — $15/kg, C2 ⇄ C3 — $20/kg
  • Mountaineering insurance for 5,000 m+ with helicopter evacuation cover
  • Guide tips — $300 per person for a successful summit
  • Personal gear (some available for rent)

Day-by-day itinerary of the Lenin Peak expedition

The expedition is built around gradual acclimatization.

Day 1

Arrival in Osh, hotel check-in, dinner and trip briefing.

Day 2

Drive to Achik-Tash base camp (3,600 m) — 7–8 hours on the road.

Day 3

Acclimatization hike onto the Petrovsky Peak ridge (~4,100 m).

Day 4

Acclimatization hike up Ryzhaya Katya Peak (4,131 m).

Day 5

Rest day: recovery, laundry, gear preparation.

Day 6

Move to Camp 1 (4,400 m); loads carried by horses.

Day 7

Acclimatization ascent of Yukhin Peak (5,100 m).

Day 8

Ice training: rope work, fixed lines, rescue drills.

Day 9

Glacier crossing to Camp 2 (5,300 m) — the toughest day.

Day 10

Move to Camp 3 (6,100 m) over Razdelnaya summit.

Day 11

Descent to base camp (3,600 m); optional sauna.

Day 12

Rest day at base camp.

Day 13

Rest and preparation for the summit rotation.

Day 14

Move to Camp 1 (4,400 m).

Day 15

Move to Camp 2 (5,300 m).

Day 16

Move to Camp 3 (6,100 m), summit preparation.

Day 17

Summit day — Lenin Peak (7,134 m), descent to Camp 3.

Day 18

Descent to Camp 1 (4,400 m).

Day 19

Descent to base camp, award ceremony.

Days 20–21

Reserve days for weather or trips to the lakes.

Day 22

Transfer Achik-Tash — Osh, hotel check-in.

Day 23

Airport transfer, departure from Osh.

Outline itinerary. Exact schedule, altitudes and overnight spots may be adjusted for acclimatization and weather — details in the PDF and on request.

Altitude profile

Day-by-day altitude profile — classic “climb high, sleep low” acclimatization at a glance.

Horizontal axis — program day (D1, D2…); vertical — overnight altitude in metres. The green dot marks the summit.
2000 m4000 m6000 m7134 mD1D4D7D10D13D16D19D22D23

What to pack for Lenin Peak

The essential personal gear list — we send a detailed checklist after booking; part of it can be rented.

Clothing

  • Base layers — 2–3 sets
  • Fleece + warm mid-layer
  • Hardshell jacket and pants
  • Expedition down jacket rated to −30 °C
  • Down mittens, 2 pairs of warm gloves
  • Down pants or full-zip pants for the summit
  • Warm hat, balaclava, 2 buffs

Footwear

  • Triple high-altitude boots (or doubles + insulated overboots)
  • Trekking boots for BC and approaches
  • 5–6 pairs of socks, gaiters
  • Sandals for base camp

Gear

  • Crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet, ascender, belay device
  • Sleeping bag comfort −25 °C
  • Two sleeping pads
  • Trekking poles, headlamp + spare batteries
  • 2 pairs of cat. 4 sunglasses, goggles
  • 1–1.5 L thermos, 90–110 L backpack

Documents & extras

  • Passport, 7,000 m insurance with heli-evacuation
  • SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm, first-aid kit
  • USD in cash: porters, tips, cafés in Osh
  • Power bank: outlets only at BC and Camp 1

Prices and dates

Price per person. Early-bird and group discounts available.

Ascent · 23 days
from $4,060
1 personon request
2 people$5,200
3 people$4,460
4 people$4,260
5+ people$4,060
Detailed program (PDF)
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Jul 25 – Aug 16Lenin Peak, 7,134 mclosed
Jul 1–23, 2027Lenin Peak, 7,134 mopen
Jul 25 – Aug 16, 2027Lenin Peak, 7,134 mopen

The full season schedule is on the Calendar.

Lenin Peak expedition — questions and answers

Quick answers to what people ask most before booking.

What experience do I need for Lenin Peak?

Lenin Peak is considered the most accessible 7,000er, but it is still a serious high-altitude expedition. Previous climbs to 5,000–6,000 m (Elbrus, Kazbek, Razdelnaya) and confident crampon and ice-axe skills are recommended. Ice training and a full acclimatization program are part of the expedition.

How does acclimatization work on a 7,000er?

The 23-day program has two rotations: first an acclimatization 'sawtooth' up to Camp 3 (6,100 m) via Petrovsky, Yukhin and Razdelnaya peaks, then descent, rest at base camp and the summit push. This schedule gives your body the time it needs to adapt.

What are the camps like?

Base camp (3,600 m) and Camp 1 (4,400 m) have ready-made tents with wooden floors, 220V power, three hot meals a day, showers, a sauna and internet. Higher up there are equipped tents at 5,300 and 6,100 m. Horses carry loads to Camp 1; porters can be hired higher (15–20 $/kg).

What insurance do I need?

Mountaineering insurance covering altitudes of 7,000 m with a helicopter-evacuation option is mandatory. It must be arranged in advance — the policy details are required for rescue-service registration.

What extra costs should I plan for?

Flights to Osh, optional porters on the upper mountain, guide tips (300 $ on a successful summit), personal gear rental and personal expenses in Osh. Permits and border passes are included.

When does the expedition run?

The only reliable window in the Pamirs is July and August. Our dates: July 25 – August 16, the warmest and most stable weeks of the season.

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What our climbers say

The club is rated 4.9 out of 5 on Yandex Maps from 10 reviews.

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Денис П.Lobuche and Lenin Peak · August 2026Yandex Maps
★★★★★

I want to thank the Mountain Crew team — they are real friends and guides into the world of big mountains.

I got to know them on a trip to Nepal and the climb of Lobuche (6119 m). It was one of the brightest adventures of my life. The organisation was flawless: from the airport pick-up to the logistics on the route. Clear, well-coordinated, with a full understanding of how mountains work. I felt safe every metre of the way.

But the main thing is the attitude. That is why I am writing this review sitting in a tent at Lenin Peak base camp (7134 m). I am with Mountain Crew again — coming back to them is like meeting old friends whose professional grip never lets you down.

If you are looking for a team that organises your trip end to end, with heart and without failures — this is them. I recommend them unreservedly. Waiting for good weather on Lenin!

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СтепанWith the club since 2023 · July 2026Yandex Maps
★★★★★

Hi everyone! I want to share how good these guys are — you are awesome and you know your job.

I joined a group back in 2023 and I still remember those summit days as if they were yesterday. Do you know why? Because we even became friends and are still in touch! For me this team has become part of my sporting family. I also want to thank Ilya Sidelnikov for his help both in preparing for the summit push and on the climb itself — I made it thanks to him. The next peak is Lenin Peak, and I will definitely take that step with him. Thank you for being so responsive, I'm with you!

And to you, friends — I recommend them. Try it once and it turns into many, many times. Good luck to everyone, and new summits!

Photo from the review: With the club since 2023
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Дмитрий М.Elbrus, Kazbek, Ararat, Kilimanjaro, Lenin Peak, Nepal · August 2026Yandex Maps
★★★★★

I met the guys back in 2020 and we have been going to the mountains together ever since. Elbrus, Kazbek, Ararat, Kilimanjaro, Lenin Peak, the trek in Nepal, Ama Dablam... If you want to fill your life with adventure, you have come to the right place. Tried and tested.

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Reviews are taken from the club profiles on Yandex Maps and Google and translated from Russian; the authors’ wording is kept.

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