Sahale Peak via Qien Sabe Glacier

Sahale Peak via Qien Sabe Glacier. This route is feasible in July and after.

Hiking Extreme

Distance: 19 km
Ascent: 1.7 km
Descent: 1.7 km
Duration: 6-7 hrs

Low Point: 990 m
High Point: 2.7 km
Gradient: 19˚

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's extremely remote, it features extreme exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 990 m to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 19 km, 1713 vertical metres of ascent and 1715 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Sahale Peak via Qien Sabe Glacier

Difficulty

Extreme

Scrambling up mountains and along technical trails with moderate fall exposure. Handholds are necessary to navigate the trail in its entirety, although they are not necessary at all times. Some obstacles can be very large and difficult to navigate, and the grades can often be near-vertical. The challenge of the trail and the steepness of the grade results in very strenuous hiking. Hikes of this difficulty blur the lines between "hiking" and "climbing".