Climbing Carstensz Pyramid Overview
If we attempt to define exotic, then we may begin with West Papua (formerly Irian Jaya). In the lush jungles of the Beliem Valley, we meet the Dani tribesmen, our guides, who were first introduced to westerners in the 1960’s. This is perhaps the most interesting climb Alpine Ascents offers, weaving a deeply influential cultural experience with a challenging rock climb. All climbs are led by an Alpine Ascents guide.
Basic Information About Climbing
Fantastic expedition. Everything one might ask for from hair-raising flights to jungle bushwhacking to cliff hanging. Full-on adventure. Excellent guides. And an unforgettable experience. -Carstensz Climber
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CLIMBING CARSTENSZ PYRAMID PRICE
$26,000
CLIMBING CARSTENSZ PYRAMID SCHEDULE
October 4 – 15, 2022
Lead Guide: Paul
Koubek
PREREQUISITES & TRAINING FOR CLIMBS
In the best interest of personal safety, success, and team compatibility, adequate training and excellent physical conditioning are required. Climbers must be physically and mentally prepared to deal with strenuous situations at high altitudes. We strongly recommend prior crampon training as well as taking on a climb such as Mt. Rainier or Mt. Baker beforehand.
Fantastic expedition. Everything one might ask for from hair raising flights to jungle bushwhacking to cliff hanging. Full-on adventure. Excellent guides. And an unforgettable experience.
Day 1 & 4
Arrive Bali – Hotel – Expedition briefing and gear check.
EARLY flight to Timika – Hotel – Rest – Packing and final check – Technical
meeting.
Flight to Carstensz Base Camp (Yellow Valley) – Arrive Yellow Valley.
Acclimitization.
Potential Summit Day – or acclimatization at Base Camp .
Day 5 to 6
Summit Day
Flight out from Carstensz – Timika – Arrive Timika – Connect to Bali or overnight in TimikaConnect to Bali or overnight in Timika.
Day 7 to 9
Reserve day.
Day 10 to 11
Flight to Bali – Hotel – Open day in Bali .
Depart Bali .
Ben, Yeshey and the local support staff were all excellent and demonstrated effective leadership skills and full support to the hiking team at all times. In a typical for AAI manner there was a perfect balance between effective safe guiding, team management, and fun.
CYBERCASTS
Alpine Ascents provides family and friends the opportunity to follow our climbs as they proceed. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, we receive regular audio dispatches from the climbers and post them on our website.
OUR GUIDING TEAM
Part of Alpine Ascents’ success is based on our small and select group of experienced guides.
GEAR DEPARTMENT
Alpine Ascents has a full gear department ready to assist with your climbing questions and preparations. We have a full-time gear staff and a retail store.