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Dancing with Ladyfinger Peak – Story of a Pakistan Adventure

The four Swiss alpinists Mario Heller, Simon Blaser, Mathias Wyss and Christophe Dargent have set out to climb the exposed 6000m Ladyfinger Peak and make a base jump from the summit. The documentation of their Pakistan adventure is now available online.

Mario Hellers The latest documentary Dancing with Ladyfinger Peak highlights the highs and lows of an expedition to Pakistan. The four Swiss mountaineers Mario Heller, Simon Blaser, Mathias Wyss and Christophe Dargent embark on the challenging mission of climbing Ladyfinger Peak in the Batura Muztagh and jumping from the summit of the striking rock needle with their wingsuits.

Dancing with Ladyfinger Peak captures the essence of high-altitude mountaineering with striking imagery and honest storytelling. Experience the meticulous planning and beauty of Pakistan's landscapes as the team navigates unpredictable weather conditions and challenging situations, learning to adapt and make wise decisions in difficult times.

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