The East face of Khatung Kang, we will climb in roped pitches in alpine style via a direct line to the summit. You need to have water ice climbing experience, multi pitch rock climbing experience, alpine climbing experience, 6000 meter altitude experience, and a high level of fitness to participate in this climb.

Kharut Pyramid is a challenging glaciated 6000m peak in the heart of the Karakoram, with views just across the glacier of the Abruzzi ridge of K2.

Traversing the Great Himalaya range via a 5000 meter pass and climbing a 6400m meter peak is a real challenge. Come and test yourself on a high altitude peak and trek in the spectacular Himalaya, with the guides and resources to keep you safe and informed.

An expedition climb to the 29th highest peak on Earth, 7756m Mount Kamet. Steeped in lore, Kamet is a challenging yet manageably safe high altitude climbing objective for those with previous 7000m+ experience. We will begin in Delhi, going overland by the Shatabdi Express railway, and then up into the Himalayas, climbing one or two 6000m peaks on approach for acclimatization.

Expedition-style climb of spectacular Hagshu (6515m). Approach from Zanskar.

The Dalai Lama calls Mustang the most preserved portion of Tibetan culture. Home to the kind and warm Lopa culture, it is a fascinating region of sky caves, remote glaciated 6000 meter peaks, and charismatic megafauna including truly wild yaks, snow leopards, and Tibetan wolves. We go into the region in the quiet season to explore Lopa culture and then to venture into the remote Tibetan borderlands to climb or ski 6000 meter peaks far from the beaten track.

Ascent of Mount Gangstang, Lahaul Himalaya.

The Chandra Tal region region is located in India’s Pir Panjal range, with most people visiting the region to view the Chandra Tal Lake. We begin in Manali, journey overland to Darcha and the Baralacha La, and then trek into this wild region for an intermediate/advanced peak climbing trip.

Api Himal is located in Far Western Nepal. The peak itself is 7000 meters in height, and surrounded by 5000 and 6000 meter peaks. The goal of this trip is to walk into the region with porter support, focusing on the culture and wildlife of the region. We will stop and visit with locals in their villages, search for wildlife with my binoculars while on trail, and make our way up into the large alpine region that is Api Himal.

Annapurna IV expedition climb. Fixed rope Sherpa supported ascent of a 7500m+ peak. 40 days.

We will approach 6097 meter Cholo Ri and 6440 meter Cholatse with yaks and porter support to base camp. Luke Smithwick is the leading this expedition working with an IFMGA sherpa guide team.

Trek the Everest region with top guides, sound logistics and the right itinerary to make it an experience of a lifetime. Summit wild 6097m Cholo Ri along the way.

Climb Island Peak, Nepal.

Bali Pass connects Harkidoon and the Tons river valley to the holy Yamunotri shrine, source of the Ganga. Our trekking route traverses remote villages, pristine bugyals (bugyal is Garhwali for "alpine meadow") and sacred lakes. Behind the main thrust of the Himalaya we have up front views to ice clad peaks soaring skyward, notably Bandarpunch, Kalanag and Swargarohini.

A spectacular trek in the Nanda Devi region of the Garhwal Himalayas of India. A well-rounded Himalayan experience complete with indigenous culture, trekking, and (optional) peak scrambling.