Falak Sar (5963m)
First Ski Descent of Swat's highest peak
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 3.2 km
- Descent
- 126 m
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 2.7 km
- High Point
- 5.8 km
- Gradient
- 49˚
This remote first descent on the highest peak in Swat was completed in 2022 by an international team of three from Chamonix. The true height was recorded as 5963m, notably higher than current records. They were able to ski from the summit although were required to rappel for 200m on ice during the ski descent.
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Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
High Exposure (E3)
In case of a fall, death is highly likely.
Remoteness
In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.
Best time to visit
Features
- Face
- Alpine
- Single Descent
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Rope
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons
- Glacier kit