An international women’s expedition has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully scaling Nepal’s 5,630-metre-high Yulang Peak, with two Pakistani sisters, Amna Hanif and Siddiqa Hanif, among the team of 12 international climbers.
The expedition, which brought together women from several countries including the United States, was part of a broader initiative to promote female participation in global mountaineering and adventure sports.
Amna and Siddiqa Hanif, hailing from Skardu in Gilgit-Baltistan, have become symbols of Pakistan’s emerging talent in the field of mountaineering. Their participation in the international team not only highlights their personal courage and skill but also reflects Pakistan’s growing representation in the global climbing community.
The Yulang Peak, standing at 5,630 metres in Nepal’s rugged Himalayan range, is known for its challenging terrain and extreme weather conditions.
Scaling it required immense physical endurance, teamwork, and technical expertise. The successful summit marks a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to encourage women from across the world to take part in high-altitude climbing expeditions.
Officials and adventure sports enthusiasts in Pakistan have praised the Hanif sisters’ accomplishment, calling it an inspiration for young women aspiring to explore new horizons in sports traditionally dominated by men.
“The success of Amna and Siddiqa at Yulang Peak underscores the strength, resilience, and determination of Pakistani women,” a representative from a national mountaineering association said.
Their achievement also adds to Pakistan’s growing record of mountaineering excellence, following several recent international successes by climbers from Gilgit-Baltistan. With each ascent, these young mountaineers continue to raise the country’s profile in global adventure sports and inspire the next generation of climbers.
