17 Climbs and Treks and first ascents
WHATS IN THIS NEWSLETTER: Explore stories from the first ascents of iconic peaks and its TIME TO SIGN UP FOR AUTUMN EXPEDITIONS.
We are back from our successful spring season on Everest, Did you have a chance to read our last newsletter? We'd love to hear what you thought.
17 Climbs and Treks. One leadership philosophy.
Every SummitClimb expedition is led by guides who have stood on each of these summits - often many times - before ever leading a client on the route. Their firsthand experience, deep local knowledge, and commitment to safety are what make every climb exceptional.
The World's Easiest 8,000m Peak 8,163M
The world's eighth-highest mountain and the most accessible 8,000m peak in Nepal - a high-altitude "easy" snow climb, and a SummitClimb favorite. First climbed by a Japanese/Sherpa team in 1956. Dan Mazur organizes this expedition, overseeing safety and logistics. We conduct training and skills refreshment at base camp to prepare for higher-altitude climbing. Last year’s expedition put 100% of our members on the summit !!
Remote & Rewarding 7,129 meters
A classic remote peak near Everest, tucked in a valley few people ever set foot in. An exciting, moderate snow climb on fixed ropes — something for novices and experts alike. First ascended in 1954 by Sir Edmund Hillary's New Zealand team. SummitClimb has run seven expeditions here, with good luck each time.
Dan Mazur organizes overall strategy and mountain decision-making. We do lots of ice axe and crampon training / skills refreshing in basecamp. First the we climb Mera Peak as a warm up (see below), then Mighty Mount Baruntse, and then the trip finishes with a crossing from the remote pristine Baruntse Valley, over the exciting Amphu Labtsa Pass, into the Khumbu Valley, onto the Everest Trek for a few days, where we can visit Namche Bazaar the Capitol City of the Sherpa People, with lovely teahouses, freshly baked chocolate cake and rich cappuccino made with organic coffee beans.
Nepal's Highest Trekking Peak 6,476 meters
Mera Peak is Nepal’s highest “Trekking Peak”, and lies at the head of a remote valley with huge panoramic views of the entire Everest-Lhotse-Nuptse massif from high camp and the summit. First climbed in 1953 by Colonel Jimmy Roberts - the inventor of "trekking" - and Tenzing Sherpa. Climb it on its own, or combine it with Mount Baruntse and the Amphu Labtsa Pass for a grand circle, finishing up along the EBC trek in civilised Namche Bazaar, capital of the Sherpas. Dan Mazur coordinates overall strategy and mountain decisions. We conduct training and skills refreshment sessions at base camp to fully prepare climbers before ascent.
National Geographic's Best New Trip 6,119 meters
Everest Glacier School on Lobuche Peak in October
Learn high-altitude mountain skills on a 6,000m peak with sweeping Everest views. Sitting on the famous Cho La Pass between the EBC and Gokyo treks, Lobuche wasn't officially climbed until 1984, by Larry Nielson and Ang Gyalzen. SummitClimb has run this trip since the mid-90s - the ideal place to learn big-mountain skills in a short window. We often combine this climb with Ama Dablam, as Lobuche is the perfect warm-up peak before attempting Ama Dablam.
Best Seller - The Matterhorn of the Himalaya 6,812 meters
Asia's most famous snow, ice, rock and mixed-climbing peak easy, fun climbing on safe fixed ropes, perfect for beginners through experts looking for something spicier than a snow climb. Once considered unclimbable, it was first summited in 1961 during Sir Edmund Hillary's Silver Hut expedition. Many members pair Lobuche with Ama Dablam as a warm-up. Leadership: Organized by Dan Mazur (5 Ama Dablam, 14 Everest summits) experienced and friendly. Enjoy extensive training near Base Camp, safe fixed ropes, and exciting rock, ice, and mixed climbing.
Non-Technical, Unforgettable 5,364 meters
Everest Base Camp Trek in October and Nov.
Walk to the world's most famous base camp through the stunning Everest National Park, in the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. George Mallory became the first foreigner to trek here in 1921, and SummitClimb has led treks since the early 1990s including a special Christmas departure through the Khumbu, with the option to add Island Peak. Join leader Dan Mazur among the Sherpa people for one of the most beautiful walks on earth.
One of the Seven Summits 6,961 meters
Aconcagua in December, Jan and Feb.
Walk to the top of the highest peak in the Americas - one of the non-technical "Seven Summits." First climbed in 1897 by a Swiss guide on a British team, Aconcagua is known for its "Viento Blanco," the White Wind. Dan Mazur once climbed it twice in three days, by the Polish and Normal routes, and SummitClimb has run multiple teams up the mountain - with a strong summit success record to match.
The highest active volcano in the world at 6,893 meters
Ojos del Salado; Dec., Jan., Feb. and Mar.
Ojos del Salado is an active volcano in the Andes on the Argentina–Chile border and the highest active volcano in the world at 6,893 m (22,615 ft). Ojos del Salado could be translated as "Eyes of the Salty One", which describes it as being very snowy in the winter and salty with many lakes." First climbed in 1937 by Polish mountaineers Jan Alfred Szczepański and Justyn Wojsznis
Festival Trip at 5,364 meters
Everest Basecamp Christmas New Year`s Trek + Optional Island Peak in December and Jan
Celebrate Christmas in the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar and bring in the New Year in GorakShep, the closest village to Mount Everest. Walk to the world's most famous basecamp and enjoy a beautiful trek with our friendly team. George Mallory became the first foreigner to trek here in 1921. Add on Island Peak (4 additional days)
SPRING Trips 2027
The Original Route, With the Most Experienced Team
Mount Everest in April and May
First climbed by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay on 29 May 1953, at 11:30am. SummitClimb leader Dan Mazur summited Everest alongside "Into Thin Air's" Anatoli Boukreev and Vladimir Balyberdin, in an attempt at the fastest ascent by any human. On his 14th successful expedition, Dan put 6 members and 15 Sherpas on the summit. A limited number of places on our 2027 Everest permit are now open - tell your friends.
Prepare, Then Commit 7,162 meters — CAMP 3
Everest Nepal Training Climb in April and May
Train and prepare for Everest by carefully ascending to Camp 3, just above the infamous Khumbu Icefall and the Western Cwm — first seen by a foreigner, George Mallory, in 1921. Each spring, Dan leads a small team of aspiring climbers to learn high altitude climbing and refresh their skills on the way to 7,000m/23,000ft, a lofty goal indeed!
Everest's Best-Value Prep Climb 8,516 meters
Climb the world's fourth-highest peak by the same route as Everest, at a much lower cost — the best possible preparation for an Everest attempt. First climbed in 1956 by Reiss and Luchsinger. Leader Dan Mazur summited in 1996 alongside French superstar Chantal Mauduit, and has since climbed it twice more. He leads a Lhotse expedition every spring, with our 2027 season now open. Will you join the team?
Summer Trips 2027 – June, July and August
Gasherbrum 1 and Gasherbrum 2 are sister peaks, the world's 11th and 13th highest mountains and both are considered to be very climbable. G1 was climbed by Americans in 1958, and G2 by Austrians in 1956. It is possible to climb both from the same Camp-1 and SummitClimb leaderDan Mazur has done so. Join him and professional Sherpas this June
K2 Climb - K2 is the second highest mountain in the world, thought by many to be the ultimate climb
2 Italians were 1st: Achille Compagnoni & Lino Lacedelli on 31 July, 1954. SummitClimb’s expedition leader Dan Mazur put the first living Briton, Jonathan Pratt on the summit with some of the first Americans, Ed Viesturs and Scott Fisher. Dan Mazur, together with amazing strong Nepalese Sherpas, is leading his fifth K2 expedition which begins on 21 June 2027. JOIN US!
Broad Peak - World's 12th highest mountain and one of the 'easiest' 8000 metre peaks was first climbed by a team including Austrian Kurt Diemberger in 1957. SummitClimb’s leader Dan Mazur has led 4 expeditions there and is looking for members to join the team on BroadPeak : 21 June, 2027. New fun Option to Combine K2 and Broad Peak together
K2 Base Camp Trek - K2 is the second highest mountain, and is thought by many to be the best base camp trek in the world, much more beautiful and less crowded than Everest. The trek offers an optional finish over the spectacular Gondogoro-La pass.
Briton Martin Conway became the first westerner to trek to K2 in 1892. SummitClimb’s trek leader Dan Mazur has led 9 treks to K2 Basecamp and is leading another in June-July 2027. Join him at K2BaseCampTrek
Easy Trekking Peak Near K2 - Pastore Peak is an easy "trekking peak" and just a 5 day addition on to our K2 trek. We will teach you everything you need to know. Because Pastore Peak is so straightforward and right next to K2, people have been climbing it for as long as there have been K2 treks. SummitClimb’s leader Dan Mazur has done it three times and is looking for people to join him in June 2027: PastorePeak
Click Here to Contact Us and ask Questions about Our Expedition!
Not only do we have the best and most experienced leaders and helpful expert local Sherpas, we also use excellent hotels and equipment, our cooks prepare delicious food, and we pride ourselves on offering very competitive price
A. We offer Excellent Customer Service and are here to answer questions. We love to chat about Mountains, Our Favourite Subject!
B. Equipment Consulting (we check and help you buy / rent all your gear affordably): Kathmandu equipment prices .
C. Inexpensive plane tickets are available and we help you find those cheap flights.
D. JOIN OUR GROWING COMPANY. Interested in learning to become a Mountain Leader, or already a Guide? Please check out the amazing discounts and free hotels at Leader In Training and Discounts For Guides
E. NEED HELP FINANCING YOUR EXPEDITION? WE CAN TAKE CREDIT CARDS FOR 100% OF YOUR PAYMENT !
F. Check these discounts: 5% groups of 2-3, 10% groups of 4-6, 15% groups of 7+, returning members 5%, medical practitioners 5%, photographers + journalists 5%.TELL YOUR FRIENDS, EARN A CASH BONUS! Explore our generous referral fees, finder's fees, travel agent commissions.
Congratulations on making it to the bottom of this newsletter ! It shows you have the patience and perseverance to be a mountain climber and trekker! Please sms, text, ring or email me for a chat, so we can discuss our favorite subject: MOUNTAINS !!
I look forward to answering your questions, hearing your ideas,, meeting, and climbing to the summit together with you. Welcome to our team! - Dan Mazur
SummitClimb.com | Telephone UK: +44 (0)7810 375400 | Telephone USA 360-570-0715 | DanMazur@SummitClimb.com | Facebook | WhatsApp +13602503407