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Pamir · Kyrgyzstan · 5,200 m

Yukhin Peak

A Pamir summit for your first high-altitude experience in the Lenin Peak area — a gentle, beautiful entry into high-altitude mountaineering.

10days
5,200 msummit elevation
from $1,260per person

What's included

We take care of the whole expedition.

Mountain Crew guide

An experienced guide leads the group on acclimatization hikes and the ascent of Yukhin Peak.

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, mattresses and 220V power at BC and C1.

Meals

Three meals a day at base camp and Camp 1.

Horse-supported carry

Loads carried by horses from base camp to Camp 1 and back — up to 10 kg per person.

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
  • Trekking insurance for altitudes of 5,000 m+ with helicopter evacuation cover
  • Guide tips — $100 per person for a successful summit
  • Personal gear (some available for rent)

Day-by-day itinerary of the Yukhin Peak climb

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

Ascent of Yukhin Peak (5,100 m), descent to base camp, celebration dinner.

Day 8

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

Day 9

Weather reserve day.

Day 10

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 m5100 mD1D4D7D10

What to pack for Yukhin Peak

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

Clothing

  • Base layers — 2 sets
  • Fleece, warm pants
  • Hardshell jacket and pants
  • Down jacket rated to −15 °C
  • Warm gloves + mittens
  • Warm hat, buff

Footwear

  • Insulated crampon-compatible boots
  • Trekking boots
  • 4 pairs of socks, gaiters
  • Sandals for camp

Gear

  • Crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet
  • Sleeping bag comfort −15 °C
  • Sleeping pad, trekking poles
  • Headlamp, cat. 4 sunglasses
  • 1 L thermos, 70–90 L backpack

Documents & extras

  • Passport, 5,000 m+ insurance with heli-evacuation
  • SPF 50+ sunscreen, first-aid kit
  • USD in cash
  • Power bank

Prices and dates

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

Ascent · 10 days
from $1,260
1 personon request
2 people$2,400
3 people$1,660
4 people$1,460
5+ people$1,260
Detailed program (PDF)
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Jul 25 – Aug 3Yukhin Peak, 5,200 mclosed
Jul 1–10, 2027Yukhin Peak, 5,200 mopen
Jul 25 – Aug 3, 2027Yukhin Peak, 5,200 mopen

The full season schedule is on the Calendar.

Yukhin Peak — questions and answers

Quick answers to what people ask most before booking.

Is Yukhin Peak a good first high-altitude climb?

Yes — one of the best first summits at altitude: 5,200 m, a technically simple route and the full infrastructure of the Lenin Peak base camp nearby. Good fitness and motivation are all you need.

What will I see from the summit?

Right across the valley — the full north face of Lenin Peak (7,134 m); below — the Alay valley and the glaciers of the Pamirs. Views people usually earn on 6,000ers come here in a 10-day trip.

How is the program structured?

Two acclimatization hikes (Petrovsky ridge and 'Red Katya'), a rest day, the move to Camp 1 (4,400 m) and the ascent. We live in serviced camps with hot meals; horses carry loads to Camp 1.

What gear do I need?

A shorter list than on the big peaks: trekking and insulated boots, crampons, ice axe, harness — all rentable. Sleeping bag and warm clothing should be your own.

What are the extra costs?

Flights to Osh, 5,000 m+ trekking insurance with heli-evacuation, guide tips (100 $ on success), gear rental and personal expenses.

When are the dates and what is the weather like?

July 25 – August 3, the height of the Pamir summer: up to +20 °C in base camp by day, −5…−10 °C on summit morning.

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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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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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Владимир ИвановA climb with the team · July 2026Yandex Maps
★★★★★

Hi everyone! Many thanks to Ilya for organising a wonderful climb! It was hard, but it became possible thanks to the shared effort and teamwork. The weather was not kind, but nobody had promised us a party and a stroll over the hills. The most important thing is that we got what we came for. Thanks to everyone in the group!

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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!

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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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