Exploring the Zaroshkul Glacier
Exploratory and acclimatisation recce up the Zaroshkul Glacier.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 5.4 km
- Ascent
- 314 m
- Descent
- 41 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 4.6 km
- High Point
- 4.9 km
- Gradient
- 4˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features low exposure and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 4.6 km to the maximum altitude of 4.9 km, the route covers 5.4 km, 314 vertical metres of ascent and 41 vertical metres of descent.
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Description
With ABC established the team went to explore the Zaroshkul glacier for out potential lines and objectives.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine