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Muscat Daily
02-03-2025
- Sport
- Muscat Daily
Suleiman al Naabi completes Seven Summits Challenge
Muscat – Omani mountaineer Suleiman bin Hamoud al Naabi has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Omani to complete the prestigious Seven Summits Challenge under both internationally recognised classifications. His final ascent took him to the summit of Mount Carstensz, Indonesia's highest peak, standing at approximately 4,884 metres above sea level. Naabi's remarkable journey has seen him conquer the highest peaks on each continent, including the towering Mount Everest (8,849m) and Lhotse (8,516m), the world's fourth-highest peak. Speaking about his latest expedition, Naabi said: 'The adventure began on February 18, when I arrived in the Timika region of West Papua province, where I joined an international team. We completed all necessary administrative procedures and obtained special permits before reaching the main camp on February 28. We immediately began preparations, and with determination and perseverance, I successfully reached the summit.' Mount Carstensz is considered one of the most technically challenging climbs in the Seven Summits due to its steep, rocky terrain, requiring advanced mountaineering skills. Its remote location in the dense forests of Papua, coupled with unpredictable weather conditions, added to the difficulty of the ascent. 'This climb was one of the toughest stages of the challenge. The mountain's steep slopes demand technical rock climbing expertise, and the ever-changing weather—characterised by heavy rain and thick fog—necessitates constant vigilance,' Naabi explained. His achievement marks a proud moment for Oman, showcasing the resilience and adventurous spirit of Omani explorers on the global stage.
Observer
01-03-2025
- Observer
First Omani to finish 7 Summits Challenge
Omani adventurer Suleiman bin Hamoud al Naabi managed to reach the highest peak of Mount Carstensz, which is classified as one of the highest peaks in Indonesia, with a height of about 4,884 metres above sea level. Al Naabi was able to achieve an unprecedented accomplishment as the first Omani to complete the Seven Summits Challenge according to the two internationally recognised classifications, after having previously climbed all the highest peaks on every continent around the world, most notably the Mount Everest, which is 8,849 metres high and Lhotse, the fourth highest peak in the world, which is 8,516 metres high.
