Mount Mustagata is the highest mountain in China, on the border of Xinjiang and Tibet. The summit is at 7,546 meters (24,757 ft) above sea level. It has a prominence height of 2,740 m (9,000 ft), making it one of the most prominent peaks in the world. Its name means “Fairy Peak” in Turkish. It’s also known as Muztagh Ata or “Father of Ice Mountains”. The massif lies about 50 km east of the Taklamakan Desert and south-southwest from Ürümqi in an extremely dry area. The mean annual precipitation is only 38 millimetres (1.5 inches). Due to its altitude, it has a very cold climate with temperatures below freezing all year round.
Mount Mustagata is also known as dormant volcano located in the center of the island. It has an elevation of 7,546 meters above sea level, making it the highest peak in the island. The other peaks are Mount Pukepuke at 2,874 meters and Mount Vaiola at 2,857 meters. The mountain range that includes these three mountains forms part of an ancient volcanic zone called Te Arai-a-Tohe (meaning ‘long and narrow ridge’) which stretches from Hahei to Wainui Bay. Apart from Mustagata SummitClimb offers Everest, Aconcagua, K2, Lobuche, Island Peak, Ama Dablam, Elbrus, Manaslu expedition too.
The climate on Mount Mustagata is variable and unpredictable. It is generally colder than the rest of China, with temperatures ranging from -20°C to 20°C during the summer months, but there are no guarantees that you’ll be able to enjoy your climb in hot weather. Snowfall can occur at any time of year and even in the summer months it’s possible for snow to linger on certain parts of the mountain beyond mid-morning or early afternoon. The best time to climb Mount Mustagata is between May and October (although some climbing specialists will tell you that late June through September are best).
It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the area and is known for its natural beauty. Mount Mustagata has become a popular climbing spot as well as hiking destination over the years due to its accessibility and scenery. Mount Mustagata is on average a beginner to intermediate climb but requires you to be in good physical condition. There are many different routes that one can choose from and the better their physical fitness level is, the harder it will be for them to complete. It’s not recommended for children or people with any type of health concerns such as asthma or joint pain. There are also many ways that you can use your time at Mount Mustagata like hiking, rock climbing (for advanced climbers only), mountain biking (for intermediate riders only), and picnicking if you have enough food and water supplies with you.
Mount Mustagata is a beautiful, rewarding climb that you’ll never forget. Even though the mountain itself is only about 7,000 meters in elevation and not extremely technical, getting up there requires dedication and physical training. If you are an intermediate or have mountaineering experience, this is a good choice for your next adventure. The trek offers some of the best scenery in the world: colorful lakes and valleys surrounded by glaciers at high altitudes make this one of China’s most beautiful destinations!
