Polish mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel has achieved another extraordinary milestone in the world of high-altitude mountaineering by becoming the first person to ski from the summit of Nanga Parbat to base camp without using supplemental oxygen.

After successfully summiting the 8,126-metre Nanga Parbat on June 30, 2026, Bargiel completed a remarkable ski descent covering more than 3,700 metres of vertical elevation, making history on one of the world’s most challenging mountains.

With this achievement, Bargiel has completed a unique world record by skiing down all five of Pakistan’s mountains that rise above 8,000 metres. His extraordinary accomplishments include successful ski descents from Broad Peak (2015), Gasherbrum II (2015), K2 (2018), Gasherbrum I (2018), and now Nanga Parbat (2026).

Beyond Pakistan, Bargiel has also completed ski descents from Nepal’s Shishapangma (2013) and Manaslu (2014), further establishing himself as one of the world’s most accomplished ski mountaineers.

Sharing the achievement on Instagram, Bargiel described the descent from Nanga Parbat as the successful completion of a dream he had pursued for many years. He said the expedition marked the culmination of his ambition to climb and ski down every 8,000-metre peak in Pakistan.

The renowned climber also expressed his gratitude to fellow mountaineer Janusz Gołąb, who accompanied him during the ascent, and acknowledged the dedicated support team whose expertise in route planning, weather forecasting, and expedition logistics played a crucial role in the mission’s success.

Widely known as the “Killer Mountain” due to its steep terrain and challenging conditions, Nanga Parbat is the world’s ninth-highest peak and one of Pakistan’s most iconic mountaineering destinations. Bargiel’s latest accomplishment further highlights Pakistan’s growing prominence as a premier destination for international adventure tourism and high-altitude expeditions