Tour from Almaty

Climbing Pobeda Peak

5 · 21 reviews

The northernmost seven-thousander on the planet and the harshest peak of the Tian Shan: a long ridge above 7000 meters, weather changes within an hour. We only take climbers with experience at 7000 meters.

WhenAugust
Duration18 days
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $3,859/person

Program

Tour itinerary: Climbing Pobeda Peak

Days 1–2

Group meeting and transfer

Arrival of participants in Almaty, meeting the guide and the group. Gear and document check, discussion of the ascent plan. Transfer to the start of the route, accommodation at a roadside campsite or hotel.

Days 3–4

Transfer to base camp

Transfer to the starting point of the route, then a trek with pack animals or on foot to base camp. Setting up camp, an acclimatization hike up to 4000 meters.

Days 5–7

Acclimatization and glacier outings

A series of glacier outings to adapt to the altitude. Overnight at an intermediate camp at about 5000 meters, return to base camp to rest.

Days 8–10

Ascent to the high camps

Move to the camp at 6000 meters, set up tents. Acclimatization outing to 6500 meters with return to camp.

Days 11–12

Summit push

Start of the summit push on Pobeda Peak (7439 m). Ascent along the ridge, and with good weather and the group feeling well — reaching the summit. Descent to the camp at 6000 meters.

Days 13–14

Reserve days for weather

Reserve days for possible weather improvement or additional acclimatization. If the weather allows, a second summit attempt can be made.

Days 15–16

Descent to base camp

A gradual descent through the intermediate camps to base camp. Packing up, rest, preparation for departure.

Days 17–18

Return to Almaty

Trek to the start of the route, transfer to Almaty. Return of gear, debriefing, hotel accommodation and free time.

What's included

What is included: Climbing Pobeda Peak

Included in Price

Already included in the tour price

  • Transport along the whole route
  • An experienced guide accompanying you
  • Route and stops planning

Paid separately

Optional, on site

  • Personal expenses
  • Meals, unless stated otherwise
  • Entrance tickets to individual sites

What to Bring

To make the day comfortable

  • Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
  • Water and a light snack
  • A charged phone or camera
  • A hat and sun protection

Team

Our team — guides and instructors from Almaty

Routes are led by working guides and instructors. The same people answer in WhatsApp and accompany groups on tour.

Aidos Serikov — Senior guide, mountain routes★4.9

Aidos Serikov

Senior guide, mountain routes

187 reviews · experience 14 years

Dinara Kassymova — Guide-lecturer in Almaty★5

Dinara Kassymova

Guide-lecturer in Almaty

142 review · experience 11 years

Marat Zhunussov — Trekking instructor★4.8

Marat Zhunussov

Trekking instructor

96 reviews · experience 9 years

Oleg Kim — Driver-guide, jeep tours★4.9

Oleg Kim

Driver-guide, jeep tours

164 review · experience 13 years

Zhanna Abenova — Tour manager★4.8

Zhanna Abenova

Tour manager

78 reviews · experience 7 years

Timur Beketov — Multi-day tour guide★4.9

Timur Beketov

Multi-day tour guide

118 reviews · experience 10 years

Aliya Nurlan — Group coordinator★5

Aliya Nurlan

Group coordinator

64 review · experience 6 years

Sergey Volkov — Instructor, ski tours★4.8

Sergey Volkov

Instructor, ski tours

103 review · experience 12 years

Reviews

Reviews of the Pobeda Peak ascent

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4.9 ★
Our rating · 312 reviews
4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
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Yuriy U.
Our website ·
★★★★★

We spent two years preparing for the seven-thousander, and with friends from our section we decided to close the gestalt. In August the weather is changeable, but we got lucky. The program is long, 18 days, with gradual acclimatization. Overall, the organization is top-notch.

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Kairat U.
Google ·
★★★★★

My zhenoy reshili poprobovat vysotnyy alpinizm, poehali v avguste. Pogoda byla peremetchivaya, no my dobralis do vershiny. Organizatsiya na urovne.

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Karina R.
2GIS ·
★★★★★

We came with a team from Almaty, wanting to test ourselves. In August the weather often worsened, and we waited for a window. The summit push was difficult, but we made it. Organization is clear, everything according to plan.

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Aibek K.
2GIS ·
★★★★★

I went to Pobeda in August; the route is difficult, but Aidos as the senior guide sorted everything out and during acclimatization advised how to walk properly. In August the weather is already cool, minus at night, but tolerable. The descent went fine.

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Galina Ya.
Our website ·
★★★★★

My husband and I went on the ascent in August; we had seven-thousander experience. Organization is clear, acclimatization is scheduled by days. In the mountains August is already cold, frost at night. Everything went without a hitch.

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Svetlana R.
Yandex ·
★★★★★

My husband and I went on the climb, we already had experience with seven-thousanders. Zhanna picked everything regarding dates and booking, thanks to her. The weather in August was challenging, but experience helped. The program is long, but every day is scheduled. Acclimatization was tough, especially at altitude. The upper camps were memorable for the cold and wind. The summit push was emotional, we reached the top. The descent was easier, though we were very tired. We were satisfied despite the difficulties.

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Nursultan Ya.
Our website ·
★★★★★

My brother and I decided to conquer the seven-thousander and chose this tour. In August the weather was good, but it's cold at altitude. Everything went great.

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Ekaterina K.
2GIS ·
★★★★★

We chose this tour with my husband for our anniversary and started in August. The weather was warm, but it's cold at altitude. Sometimes we walked in the rain. We spent the nights in tents, so romantic!

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Maksat L.
2GIS ·
★★★★★

My s bratom reshili poprobovat semitysyachnik, opyt 7000 byl u menya no brat s nulya. Hotelos podnyatsya na Pobedy. V avguste pogoda menyalas za chas, no my uspeli v okno. Programma 18 dney, vse po planu.

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Sholpan A.
Google ·
★★★★★

I dreamed of mountains since childhood, and finally decided on a seven-thousander. In August the nights are cold, you need a warm sleeping bag. The group was experienced, we supported each other. The ascent will be remembered forever.

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Anton Z.
Our website ·
★★★★★

My friends and I had long wanted to climb a seven-thousander, and we chose Pobeda for August. Zhanna helped pick the dates and book everything.

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Aigerim V.
Our website ·
★★★★★

My husband and I had long wanted to try high-altitude mountaineering, and this tour was our first serious test. In August the weather was kind, but on the glacier it was still cold at night. The program is long, but every day is scheduled. Acclimatization was hard, but the guides helped. The upper camps are remembered for the wind. The summit push was emotional. The descent was easier. We were satisfied, though very tired.

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Kanat B.
Google ·
★★★★★

In August we went with friends to Pobeda Peak. Aliya helped with gathering the group and the transfer, everything was clear. The weather was excellent, but a strong wind blew at the top.

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Saule K.
Our website ·
★★★★★

I completed the route in August, it was warm, but cool at altitude. Everything is organized excellently.

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Tamara Ya.
Our website ·
★★★★★

My friend and I had long dreamed of celebrating my anniversary in an unusual way, and we decided it would be climbing a seven-thousander. Aliya coordinated the group gathering and helped with documents. The weather in August was capricious, but we managed. What I remember most is acclimatization on the glacier: hard at first, then we got into it. In the upper camps the wind was strong, we slept in tents. The summit push was not easy, but the emotions outweighed the fatigue. The descent went fine, though we were very tired. Overall, the organization was good, everything according to plan.

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Evgeniy T.
Our website ·
★★★★★

In August I climbed Pobeda Peak, my experience was 7000. I went with friends, they supported me. The weather was changeable, but everything went well. The acclimatization period was difficult, especially at altitude. In the upper camps it was cold at night. The moment of summiting was very emotional. The descent was easier, but we were tired. Overall, the organization was good, I am satisfied.

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Zarina Sh.
Our website ·
★★★★★

This was my first seven-thousander, and I prepared for a long time. In August the weather is already cold, minus at night, sun during the day. The program is laid out by days, acclimatization at 5000 and 6000. The summit push was hard, but we made the top. The descent to base camp took two days. The group was experienced, everyone supported each other. We checked the gear before setting out. Overall, everything was well organized.

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Polina M.
Our website ·
★★★★★

I went on the tour with experienced friends; without them I wouldn't have risked it. In August the weather is changeable, we had to wait. The program is packed, acclimatization helped. At the summit there were tears of happiness.

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Marina Ts.
Yandex ·
★★★★★

We chose this tour in August because we had 7000 experience. Zhanna helped with the booking and dates. In the mountains, August is warm during the day, but minus at night. The ascent was memorable.

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Gaukhar E.
Our website ·
★★★★★

My brother and I decided to go to Pobeda in August; we had 7000 experience. The program is 18 days, everything strictly according to plan, acclimatization at altitude. The weather in August is changeable, but the summit push succeeded. The descent went fine.

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Gulmira T.
Google ·
★★★★★

Together with my friend, we decided to go to Pobeda Peak in August, since we have experience. The weather was changeable.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the Pobeda Peak expedition

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This is an 18-day group tour, and you are on the move almost the whole time: first approaches with pack animals to base camp, then a series of outings onto the glacier, ascents to the high camps and the summit push. Nights at altitude, a long ridge and sharp changes in how you feel — this route is for those who already have serious high-altitude experience. Before departure the guide will advise you on how to pace yourself through the stages.

No, this summit requires experience of climbing seven-thousanders — without it we do not take you into the group. The programme includes nights in camps at altitude, outings onto the glacier and a summit push along the ridge, and a beginner cannot manage that. If you have the experience, write on WhatsApp and we will clarify the details for your date.

The basic kit is comfortable clothing for the weather, water, a light snack, a charged phone, a hat and sun protection, but for this summit that is not enough. On the ridge the weather can turn literally within an hour, so the gear needs to be serious and high-altitude. The guide will tell you the full list for our route before departure.

Our departures are only in August. On the ridge above seven thousand the weather can turn literally within an hour, so the programme includes spare days for it to improve and for extra acclimatisation. We will clarify the exact forecast for your date on WhatsApp.

The meeting is in Almaty: here participants get to know the guide and the group, and check their gear and documents. The first two days are taken up with the gathering and the transfer to the start of the route, with accommodation in a roadside campsite or hotel. We will clarify the exact time and meeting point for your date on WhatsApp.

With us this is a group format, and we put the group together specifically for the climb of Peak Pobeda. If you have your own team with the required experience, get in touch and we will discuss the options. If you want to join, write on WhatsApp — we will tell you about the nearest August departure.

Just write to us on WhatsApp — we do not take a deposit, and we hold the place for you based on your message. Payment is on the day of the trip: Kaspi, card or cash, $3,859 per person. If your plans change, cancellation is free — just let us know on WhatsApp.