Sajid Ali Sadpara Conquers Dhaulagiri Without Oxygen

ISLAMABAD: In a historic feat, Pakistani mountaineer Sajid Ali Sadpara has successfully scaled Dhaulagiri, the world’s seventh-highest peak at 8,167 meters. He accomplished this remarkable climb without relying on supplemental oxygen or any porter assistance.

The Alpine Club of Pakistan verified this extraordinary achievement on Sunday. This ascent marks Sadpara’s ninth time reaching the summit of an 8,000-meter peak, all achieved without any artificial support.

Sadpara spearheaded a four-member Pakistani team on the Dhaulagiri expedition, which commenced on May 4. The team established their base camp on April 6, following which Sadpara completed an acclimatization rotation reaching up to Camp 3.

Summit Details

On May 5, the team initiated their final push for the summit from Camp IV at 6:15 pm. They secured the concluding section by fixing over 350 meters of rope. Their successful summit marks the first confirmed ascent of Dhaulagiri during the Spring 2025 season. This expedition’s triumph underscores Sadpara’s exceptional strength, unwavering endurance, and profound dedication to high-altitude mountaineering.

Legacy Continues

At the age of 29, Sadpara has solidified his position as a prominent figure in the mountaineering world, carrying forward the legacy of his late father, Muhammad Ali Sadpara. His father, a celebrated mountaineer, tragically passed away in 2021 during a winter attempt on K2.

This latest achievement augments Sadpara’s already impressive list of successful summits, which features Everest, K2, Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak, and both Gasherbrum I and II.

Notably, Sadpara conquered the Gasherbrum peaks in an astonishing three days and 18 hours, without the aid of supplemental oxygen.

In related news, other accomplished Pakistani mountaineers, including Naila Kiani, Sirbaz Khan, and Wajidullah Nagri, have embarked on challenging expeditions in Nepal. Their goals include reaching the summits of some of the world’s highest peaks, such as Everest, Kanchenjunga, and Dhaulagiri.