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GASHERBRUM IV  Expedition (7952m)

Overview

Gasherbrum III is the third highest peak among the shining walls of the Gasherbrum III Karakoram mountain range and is situated between Gasherbrum II and IV. Until 1974, it remained the highest unclimbed peak.

It was the highest unclimbed peak upto 1974, before a Polish women’s expedition, under the leadership of Mrs. Wanda Rutkiewics, climbed it on the 11th August, 1975. The women did the real job and it was they who touched the summit.

Itinerary

Day-1

Arrival in Pakistan

Day-3

Fly to Islamabad, Incase of flight Cancellations same day Drive to Skardu via KKH)

Day-2

Briefing in Islamabad

Day- 4

Fly to Islamabad, Incase of flight Cancellations same day Drive to Skardu via KKH)

Day-5

Skardu

Day-7

Askoli-Joula

Day-6

Skardu-Askole Camp site Gasherbrum-III

Day-8

Joula-Paio

Day-9

Rest at Paio.

Day-11

Urdukus-Goro-II

Day-10

Paio-Urdukus

Day-12

Goro-II-Concordia

Day-13

Shagharing

Day-15_36

We will set up our camps at the base camp of Laila Peak, and your non-guided climbing session of the expedition will begin from here onwards. We will camp at the Base Camp for the whole climbing duration. Our guide, Chef, and other staff will stay with you for the entire time. Our chefs will make healthy and nutritious foods during the trek and climbing period. We believe that good nutritious food plays a vital role in out-door sports.

Day-14

Gasherbrum Base Camp

Day-37

GasherbrumBase Camp-Goro

Day-38

Goro-II-Urdukus

Day-40

Paio-Korofong

Day-39

Urdukus-Paio

Day-41

Korofong-Askoli-Skardu

Day-42

Fly to Islamabad

Day-44

Fly Home

Day-43

Debriefing and Enjoying the day in Islamabad, Shopping, Food and walk.

Day-8

Fly to Islamabad

Day 1
Arrival in Pakistan
Day 2
Briefing in Islamabad​
Day 3
​Fly to Islamabad, Incase of flight Cancellations same day Drive to Skardu via KKH)​
Day 4
  1.  Trek to Jhola
  2. Steep Braldu Gorge to the famous Balti village of Askole
  3. Trek To Jhola and your first camp.
  4. Altitude 3,100m/10,170ft
Day 5
  1. Trek Jhola to Paio (7-9 hours walk)
  2. You will need an early start today.
  3. The steep hillside at Paio is well terraced with platforms for tents and the porters' shelters, and the last trees you will see for a while.
  4. Cross a glacier fed stream.
  5. This is a major rest stop for expedition porters and tradition dictates major feasting as well as singing and dancing.
  6. Altitude 3,450m/11,318ft
Day 6
  1.   Rest Day at Paio
  2. Today you will be able to take things a bit easier and let your body adjust to the altitude. Your guide will be able to suggest some local walks for you if you want to stretch your legs and aid acclimatisation.
  3. A day for you to Enjoy the highest ranges in the world
Day 7
  1.   Trek Paio To Urdukas
  2. Today the full majesty of the Baltoro glacier will unfold before you.
  3. Throne Room of the Mountain Gods
  4. The campsite really does provide a magnificent panorama of the Baltoro glacier.
  5.  Peaks on the way, Mushtaq Tower, Nimlas Tower and Paio Peak.
  6. Altitude 4,052m/13,291ft -
Day 8
  1. Proceed to Goro 2 (5-7 hours)
  2. This morning you head across the glacier, passing dramatic Masherbrum Peak 7,821m/25,659ft and view views of Muztagh Tower 7,273m/ 23,861ft.
  3. Moving tantalisingly closer to Gasherbrum IV which standing as it does at the head of the Baltoro.
  4. Whilst the glacier is still predominantly covered in rock, the route passes a series of huge ice 'dunes' which add to the drama of the scenery.
  5. Clear night the star-filled sky over the surrounding peaks is truly magical.
  6. Altitude 4,380m/14,370ft
Day 09
  1.  Goro 2 to Concordia (5-6 hours walk) Overnight at Concordia.
  2. A spectacular day as you trek to one of the most impressively situated camp sites in the world.
  3. The peaks tower over you and all appear to be tantalisingly close. Gasherbrum II, 8,035m/26,361ft,
  4. Gasherbrum III, 7,952m/26,089ft
  5. Gasherbrum  IV, 7,925m/26,000ft
  6. Mitre Peak, Chogolisa, 7,665m/25,147ft
  7.  Broad Peak, 8,047m/26,401ft
  8. The Giant visible for the first time, the second highest mountain in the world - K2, 8,611m/28,251ft.
  9. Altitude 4,650m/15,255ft -
Day 10
  1. Hike To K2 BASECAMP and back to Concordia. (Or stay a night in Basecamp)
  2. By now K2 will appear enormous though base camp is still much further than it looks. Climbers use campsites both to the east and west of the glacier; there will undoubtedly be expeditions around.
  3. Base camp is almost too close to appreciate the sheer size of K2, but to see it rising up endlessly right beside you, and to talk to climbers who are trying to conquer it, make this an awe-inspiring place to be.
  4. This must be one of the most magnificent mountain locations in the world. You trek back to Concordia for your overnight stay.
Day 11
  1. Concordia To Ali Camp
  2. Today you will leave the main trekking trail behind you, striking out on a far less travelled route which will take you along the Upper Baltoro.
  3. We would normally reach Ali camp around mid-day or the early afternoon and after settling in, your trip leader will organise a skills session to practice the simple techniques of using a Jumar to safeguard moving on fixed lines. Our night Ali Camp
  4. Altitude 4,800m
Day 12
  1.   Rest Day at Paio
  2. Today you will be able to take things a bit easier and let your body adjust to the altitude. Your guide will be able to suggest some local walks for you if you want to stretch your legs and aid acclimatisation.
  3. A day for you to Enjoy the highest ranges in the world
Day 13
 Khushpang to Siacho
  • After a couple of minutes of easy walking you get onto the glacier where you pick your way across the moraine and ice, finally crossing the glacier up to the camping site to reach Dalsangpa which means "field of flowers.
  • This will be the first night in almost a week where we can breathe the oxygen-rich air below 4,000 metres and sleep to the sounds of running water.
  • Camp At Siacho.
Day 14
  1.   Rest Day at Paio
  2. Today you will be able to take things a bit easier and let your body adjust to the altitude. Your guide will be able to suggest some local walks for you if you want to stretch your legs and aid acclimatisation.
  3. A day for you to Enjoy the highest ranges in the world
Day 15-16
Fly To Islamabad
  • Subject to good weather you take the morning flight back to Islamabad.
  • Upon arrival in Islamabad you will be transferred to your hotel.
  • Outing/have some Great Dinner
  • VIsit Bazar
Day 17
FLY HOME :)​

Itinerary

For Local & International Tourist

What's Included

Flights Islamabad to Gilgit - Skardu, (Incase of Flight Cancellation due to Weather then transport via KKH, Transportation, Food, Trekking Food, Permits, Hotels, Porters, Porter Insurance, Guide, Cook, Helper, Pollution Fee, Waste Management fee, First add medical kit, Satellite phone, Mess tent, Kitchen Tent, Sleeping Tent, Letter of Invitation, Rope.

What's Not Included

Sleeping bags, personal gears, climbing shoe and clothing, life insurances, health insurance, rescue fee, tips and anykind of personal item.

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