Pakistani Team Summits
Jebel Shams in Oman
Umer Ahmad, 14, a member of the team, is believed to be the youngest Pakistani to surmount the 3,000 height peak
Pak-Prism Report | Published January 2, 2026
A group of Pakistani hikers, including a 14-year-old boy, successfully completed the summit hike of Jebel Shams, the highest mountain in Oman recently, noted a post shared on X by Pakistan embassy in Oman.
Starting from the designated trailhead, the team completed a demanding 24-kilometre trek over 16 hours, beginning at 7am and concluding at 11pm. From the starting point, the hikers achieved an elevation gain of approximately 1,547 meters (about 5,000 feet) to reach the summit. Jebel Shams rises to nearly 3,000 meters above sea level, making the ascent physically and mentally challenging.
The expedition team consisted of Dr Nisar Ahmad, Dr Mahmood Shah, Dr Arshad, Shahid Jabar Mughal, and Umer Ahmad, aged 14. Umer Ahmad is believed to be the youngest Pakistani to have successfully completed Jebel Shams summit hike.
The achievement highlights endurance, teamwork, and the growing participation of Pakistani youth in international adventure and outdoor pursuits.