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Nepalese mountaineers achieve first summit of Patrasi Peak



Pritam Bhattarai

Kathmandu, June 17: A team of three Nepalese mountaineers has made history by achieving the first ever ascent of Patrasi Peak in western Nepal.

The team, named Last and Fast, including Vinayak Jaya Malla, Pasang Rinzee Sherpa and Pasang Kami Sherpa, reached the top of the peak (6450 metres) on June 12, 2024 at 4:35 pm, confirmed Thaneswar Guragai, General Manager of Seven Summit Treks, a leading Nepal-based expedition operator.

Meanwhile, SST, which was the logistical partner for the expedition, congratulated the summiteers for this historic achievement.

“It has been wonderful to work alongside these rising mountaineering stars and to play a part in this pioneering climb. Our mission extends beyond logistics – we are passionate about promoting new climbing destinations and fostering the next generation of climbers.

Our helping hand is always extended to aspiring mountaineers, explorers, and a wide spectrum of Himalayan adventurers.”

With its mountains in abundance, Nepal continues to become a perfect destination for climbing worldwide. SST invites climbers from around the world to undertake another epic climbing adventure.

Patrasi Peak

Patrasi Peak is an unclimbed peak located on the border of Mugu and Dolpa districts in the Kanjiroba Himal Range.

The mountain is generally suitable for experienced climbers as it is considered a technically difficult and requires experience in high-altitude mountaineering.

Climb challenges involve glaciers, crevasses and extreme weather conditions.