Dubai Resident Climbs Everest, Conquers Broad Peak Summit.
Dubai's Naila Kiani, an accomplished mountaineer, has etched her name in history as the first Pakistani woman to ascend eight of the world's highest peaks. Her latest triumph came on the formidable Broad Peak, nestled on the border of Pakistan and China.
Trailblazing Achievement: Dubai-based Climber Conquers Eight of the World's Highest Mountains
The 37-year-old reached the summit of this majestic mountain in the Gasherbrum massif of Baltistan, joining the exclusive league of 14 peaks towering above 8,000 meters , With an impressive climbing resume, Kiani had previously conquered iconic mountains like K2, Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Annapurna in Nepal, along with Nanga Parbat and Gasherbrum I and II in her homeland, Pakistan. An extraordinary feat made all the more remarkable by the fact that she embraced climbing only two years ago, shortly after giving birth to her second daughter and stepping away from her finance career.
Pakistani Mountaineer Shiza Kiani Achieves Triple Milestone with Broad Peak Summit
Her latest accomplishment brought three remarkable records in a single day: she became the first Pakistani woman to summit Broad Peak's 8,051-meter peak, the first to scale all of Pakistan's mountains above 8,000 meters, and the first to conquer eight of the world's highest peaks out of the renowned 14 , Broad Peak, a towering giant standing as the 12th highest peak globally, proved to be a formidable challenge for Kiani. Its perilous upper sections and a treacherous 1.5-kilometer summit ridge, particularly hazardous in adverse weather, have claimed the lives of 20 mountaineers to date.
Notoriously Dangerous: Naila Kiani's Harrowing Descent from Broad Peak
Kiani's triumph was not without its share of perils. As she made her descent from Broad Peak, the weather took a turn for the worse, intensifying the already dangerous conditions. Describing the harrowing experience, Kiani recounted the pitch-dark night, reduced visibility, whipping winds, snow, and sleet, as well as the challenge of navigating deep snow without ropes amidst towering seracs , Seracs, these towering, unstable ice pillars, posed a constant threat, capable of breaking unexpectedly and causing harm to climbers. Kiani and her guide were the sole mountaineers above Camp Three during this treacherous journey. Though challenging, they managed to find their way back to Camp Three, where they could use ropes to facilitate their descent.
Unyielding Courage: Dubai Resident Conquers Broad Peak Despite Adverse Weather
The unpredictability of weather on 8,000-meter peaks added to the gravity of the situation. Although the forecast indicated favorable conditions, the reality proved otherwise. The isolated duo found themselves battling harsh weather conditions, with no one else to lend assistance , Despite the difficulties faced, Ms. Kiani's resolve and courage proved unyielding, allowing her to conquer Broad Peak and add yet another extraordinary chapter to her already impressive mountaineering legacy , Supported by the Bard Foundation, a non-profit organization that aids individuals in achieving their goals, Ms. Kiani's accomplishment was a testament to her unwavering dedication and determination. As she looked forward to reuniting with her husband and young daughters, she was already contemplating her next challenge – ascending the remaining six peaks over 8,000 meters, a pursuit that promises to further solidify her place in mountaineering history.
