Epic Journey: Cycling from Italy to Climb and Ski Down Laila Peak

Italian adventurer Yanez Borella embarked on an extraordinary journey, cycling from Italy to Pakistan on his e-bike with the daring ambition to climb the 6,096-meter Laila Peak and ski down from its summit.

At 46 years old, Borella set off from Trento, Italy, on April 10, and pedaled through ten countries, covering an impressive 9,750 kilometers. He arrived in Skardu a week ago, completing his monumental ride.

Borellas mountaineering goal and Laila Peak is celebrated as one of the most breathtaking 6000-meter peaks in the Karakoram range. Nestled in the Hushe Valley near the Gondogoro Glacier and Laila Peak captivates with its sheer beauty. Three years ago, Polish climbers Andrzej Bargiel and Jedrek Baranowski also ascended Laila Peak and then skied from 150 meters below the summit all the way to Base Camp setting a remarkable precedent for Borella’s adventure.