Expedition
to Karabshin
to Karabshin
Explore Asian Patagonia
and climb bigwall routes
and climb bigwall routes
Expedition
to Karabshin
Explore Asian Patagonia and climb bigwall routes
About the program
Karabshin, or Asian Patagonia, is the most challenging location for big-wall climbing in Central Asia and one of the must-visit places, even if you're not a climber.
Here are some famous peaks: Odessa, Asan, Usen, Slesova, with the "Perestroika Crack" route, Ortotyubek, Kirchilta, Kotina and Yellow and Silver Walls, among others. There are dozens of routes here, ranging from one-day climbs to multi-day big walls.
We can arrange a personalized climbing program or a small group program. We also offer trekking trips and can assist you with managing your expedition as local experts.
Here are some famous peaks: Odessa, Asan, Usen, Slesova, with the "Perestroika Crack" route, Ortotyubek, Kirchilta, Kotina and Yellow and Silver Walls, among others. There are dozens of routes here, ranging from one-day climbs to multi-day big walls.
We can arrange a personalized climbing program or a small group program. We also offer trekking trips and can assist you with managing your expedition as local experts.
- DatesFrom July to September
- DurationUpon request
- LocationKarabshin, Kyrgyzstan
- CostUpon request
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DatesFrom July to September -
DurationUpon request -
LocationKarabshin, Kyrgyzstan -
CostUpon request
Details
The cost of the program will vary depending on several factors, such as the difficulty of the routes, the length of the trip, and the number of participants. We will be able to provide you with an accurate quote once we know more about your specific requirements.
In order to participate, a 50% prepayment is required. The remaining payment will be due on the first day of the program. However, if for any reason you decide not to attend, we will not be able to refund your prepayment.
What's included:
Not included:
In order to participate, a 50% prepayment is required. The remaining payment will be due on the first day of the program. However, if for any reason you decide not to attend, we will not be able to refund your prepayment.
What's included:
- English-speaking guides (2 person max for 1 guide for climbing program).
- All logistics: Round transfer from Osh to Batken, Jeeps from Batken and horses to BC.
- Border permits.
- Meals during expedition: full board.
- Satellite communications.
Not included:
- Accommodation in Osh before or after the program.
- Personal gear (see gear list).
- Rescue Insurance.
- Meals in Osh.
The program is customized based on your experience, the routes you are going to climb, and the time available. This is how our previous programs in Karabshin looked like.
In 2023 it was a 21-day program. We climbed 5 routes 5A-5B Russin grade, one new route.
In 2024 it was a 15-day program. We climbed 4 routes 5A-5B Russin grade.
You can find more information about this program here >
In 2023 it was a 21-day program. We climbed 5 routes 5A-5B Russin grade, one new route.
- Day 1 - Driving from Osh to Batken and then by jeeps to the end of the road.
- Day 2 - Trekking to BC in Kara-Su valley.
- Day 3 - Setting camp, rest, acclimatisation.
- Day 4 - Climb Yellow Wall - Classical route (5A Russian grade).
- Day 5 - Rest day.
- Day 6 - Approach to Usen peak.
- Day 7 - Climb Usen peak - Saveliev route (5A Russian grade).
- Day 8 - Descent to BC, rest.
- Day 9 - Rest day.
- Day 10 - Climb Yellow Wall - Prokofiev route (5B Russian grade).
- Day 11 - Rest day.
- Day 12 - Rest day.
- Day 13 - Climb Yellow Wall - New route (5A Russian grade).
- Day 14 - Rest day.
- Day 15 - Rest day.
- Day 16 - Bad weather day.
- Day 17 - Approach to Asan peak.
- Day 18 - Climb Asan peak - Gorbenko route (5B Russian grade).
- Day 19 - Climb Asan peak, descent from the route, descent to BC.
- Day 20 - Rest day.
- Day 21 - Trekking, driving. Arrival in Osh at night.
In 2024 it was a 15-day program. We climbed 4 routes 5A-5B Russin grade.
You can find more information about this program here >
- Day 1 - Driving from Osh to Batken and then by jeeps to the end of the road.
- Day 2 - Trekking to BC in Ak-Su valley.
- Day 3 - Setting camp, rest, acclimatisation.
- Day 4 - Climb to Central Pyramid (350 meters, 8 pitches 6a-6b+).
- Day 5 - Climb Petit Tour (350 meters, 8 pitches up to 6b+).
- Day 6 - Rest day.
- Day 7 - Bad weather day. We did a short trek around the valley.
- Day 8 - Climb Missing Mountain (650 meters, 15 pitches, up to 6b+)
- Day 9 - Rest day.
- Day 10 - Bad weather day.
- Day 11 - Move to Kara-Su valley. Setting new BC.
- Day 12 - Climb Yellow Wall - Prokofiev route (5B Russian grade).
- Day 13 - Rest day.
- Day 14 - Rest day.
- Day 15 - Trekking, driving. Arrival in Osh at night.
This is an approximate list of equipment required for the climbing program in Karabshin. It will be adapted to your specific program.
Personal gear
Group gear (For a group of 2)
Clothing
Other
If you don't have all the necessary equipment, we can rent it to you.
Personal gear
- Harness
- Helmet
- Crampons (optional, depending on the route)
- Climbing shoes
- Crack climbing gloves
- Tube-type belay device
- Carabiners - 5
- 6 mm cord - 5 m
- Prusik
- Rock hammer
- Trekking poles (if you use them)
- Backpack (45 L)
Group gear (For a group of 2)
- Dymanic Rope (single or half) - 2x60 m
- Rock Protection gear (variety of nuts, cams e.t.c)
- AID climbing gear (optional, depending on the route)
- Anchor pitons ("Birdies") - 10
- Open loop slings - 2x120 cm, 2x240 cm
- Quickdraws - 4 (60 cm loop + carabiner)
- Non-Locking carabiners - 8
- Haul bag (optional, depending on the route)
Clothing
- Alpine boots compatible with crampons (optional, depending on the route)
- Sneakers
- Clothing appropriate to the season
- Membrane jacket and pants
- Warm jacket for belay
- Gloves for belay
Other
- Personal tent
- Personal sleeping bag
- Personal first aid kit
- Personal hygiene products
- Thermos (0.7-1 L)
- Sunglasses
- Headlamp
If you don't have all the necessary equipment, we can rent it to you.
Prior experience of participating in our other programs is required in order to participate in this program!
If we organize a trekking trip for you or assist with logistics for your mountain climbing expedition, there are no specific requirements.
If we organize a trekking trip for you or assist with logistics for your mountain climbing expedition, there are no specific requirements.
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