Masherbrum 7,821 meters (25,659 feet)👉Khosar Gang Adventure

Details

A mountain in the Karakoram range called Masherbrum sometimes referred to as K1, is situated on the boundary between Pakistan and China. It stands at a height of 7,821 meters (25,659 ft), making it the 22nd tallest summit in the world. Masherbrum was first climbed in 1960 by a team of Americans and Pakistanis led by Nick Clinch. On July 6, 1960, the team ascended the mountain's southeast ridge and arrived at the top. The team had to deal with tough ice and rock barriers throughout the climb, which was noted for its technical complexity. Masherbrum is one of the most picturesque peaks in the Karakoram range and is famous for its distinctive pyramidal shape. With a lengthy approach to the base camp, the peak is in fact far out of the way and difficult to reach. With multiple ascent routes, including the classic southeast ridge route, Masherbrum is still a favorite mountain for skilled climbers and mountaineers.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at airport and transfer to hotel.Overnight stay in hotel at Islamabad.

Day 2

Early morning flight to Skardu (flights are subject to weather), if unable to fly we will depart for Skardu by road with overnight stay at Chilas. Overnight stay in hotel at Chilas.

Day 3

In case of flight has operated we will go for sightseeing tour of Skardu and in case no flight, the day will be used for over land travel from Chilas to Skardu (total drive is 22 – 24 hrs from Islamabad to Skardu). Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.

Day 4

the day is to finalize the trek arrangements. Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.

Day 5

After breakfast we drive in jeeps along the Indus and Shyok valleys before turning northwards up the Hushe valley to reach the road head at the little Village of Hushe. (Tent)

Day 6

After breakfast trek to Farbesang. Today we leave the last inhabited village Hushe. Porters are assembled to carry our luggage for the next section of the journey. For the remaining portion of our journey we rely on our porters who carry our food and equipment and sustain our grand trek.After an easy and scenic walk crossing Hushe,Homborok and Aling Rivers takes us to Farbesang, a beautiful spot on the edge of tamarisk wood forest. En route the views of Shabas Peak and Aling, valley etc. (Tent)

Day 7

After breakfast trek via Masherbrum Glacier and arrive at the small grassy patch below the cliff face, which serves as the base camp for Masherbrum Peak. (Tent)

Day 8 - 45

We have more than five weeks acclimatization and scaling the main summit of Masherbrum.

Day 46

After breakfast we will trek back to Hushe village. After Lunch we will meet Little Karim and other mountaineers after meeting we will visit also hushe Village. Overnight stay in hotel at Hushe

Day 47

After breakfast we will depart for Skardu, en route lunch stop at Khaplu, will also to visit Khaplu fort and Chaqchen mosque, the mosque is founded by the Mir Syed Ali Hamadai in 17century. Afternoon drive to Skardu. Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.

Day 48

After breakfast we will drive for full day on Skardu route and KKH arrival in Chilas transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in hotel

Day 49

After breakfast we will drive via Babusar pass to Islamabad. We start early in the morning, to cover the 12 hours long drive. Short stay in Naran for lunch, by evening we shall reach Islamabad. Overnight stay at Islamabad.

Day 50

Transfer to airport for flight back home.

Incase

Gilgit Baltistan flights are subject to weather and backlog, in case of flight cancellation we will travel by road, and one night of Islamabad will be adjusted in overland travel.

Services

Services Included

Lodging at base camp (single supplement)

Full base camp with dinning tent, bathroom, showers & solar charge

All internal/domestic transport

All domestic flights

50kgs (110 lbs) personal baggage

All meals during trek and at base camp (B,L,D)

Group emergency equipment/satellite phone service with fixed calling charge

Two nights stay in Islamabad hotel on arrival and two on return (bed & breakfast only)

Staff insurance (guide, cook, kitchen staff, assistant(s) & porters etc)

Experienced cook from Pakistan

Kitchen staff

Porters for all expedition supplies

Solar power at base camp

Electricity generator (backup for high voltage devices)

Services Excluded

International airfare

Permit/royalty fee according to number of persons

Personal climbing equipment, clothing & sleeping equipment

Group climbing gear (rope, ice crew, snow bar, EPI gas, cooking pots and others)

Mountain climbing rescue and evacuation insurance policy - mandatory

Lodging and meals above base camp

Any service above base camp

Communication radio (walkie talkie)

Weather reports

Personal equipment cargo to/from Islamabad

Pakistan visa fee

Tips/gratuities to staff, cook, assistant(s) of US$ 250 per person in total

Meals in Islamabad

Extra hotel nights after the climb

Trip cancellation insurance

All expenses incurred in the event of early wind-up/summit (extra hotel nights, meals at hotels, evacuation)

Charges incurred due to delays beyond the control of Apricot Tours (Force majeure)

Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail) between Pakistan and home country.