Masherbrum Basecamp

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Masherbrum Basecamp is situated in Pakistan's Karakoram mountain range of pakistan and is also a well-liked hiking location is Masherbrum Basecamp. Masherbrum also known as K1 which is the 22nd highest peak in the world and is known for its stunning pyramid-shaped summit. Trekking to Masherbrum Basecamp gives incredible views of the peaks, glaciers, and valleys in the area. The trek usually starts from the village of Hushe and leads to the Masherbrum Basecamp which is located at an altitude of around 4,000 meters. The trek passes through several small villages and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks, including Masherbrum, K2, and Broad Peak. The Masherbrum Basecamp Trek is a challenging and adventurous journey that requires physical fitness, acclimatization to high altitudes, and proper gear and equipment. The walk is most beneficial between June and September, when the area is in its summer. Overall, the Masherbrum Basecamp Trek is a rewarding and memorable experience for adventure lovers and nature lovers who want to explore the rugged beauty of the Karakoram mountains. The trek promotes hikers to experience the unique culture and friendliness of the inhabitants of the region while also providing incredible vistas of neighbouring peaks, glaciers, and valleys.

Itinerary

Arrival at airport and transfer to hotel.Overnight stay in hotel at Islamabad.
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.
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.
the day is to finalize the trek arrangements. Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.
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)
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)
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)
After breakfast resume trek from Farbesang, by walking through the dense tamarisk jungle and later cross a bit difficult glacial moraine to arrive at campsite. The campsite is surrounded by willow bushes and other wild flowers. (Tent)
Today is a rest day at Masherbrum base camp to enjoy and photograph the beauty of surrounding mountains. This rest stop also allows the porters the opportunity to bake a supply of Balti bread, chapattis and in the night our potters arrange Balti local music night and bonfire. (Tent)
After breakfast trek back to Dumsum a beautiful lash green campsite in front of Aling glacier view. (Tent)
Aftre breakfast we will trek back to hushe village. After Lunch we will meet Little Karim and other Mountainair’s after meeting we will visit also hushe Village. Overnight stay in hotel at Hushe
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.
After breakfast we will drive for full day on Skardu route and KKH arrival in Chilas transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in hotel
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.
After breakfast we will full day sightseeing of twin city Islamabad/Rawalpindi. Rest of time reserve for shopping.
Transfer to airport for flight back home.
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

Pollution fees
02 nights hotel in Islamabad (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
01 nights in hotel Chilas (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
02 nights in Skardu (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Pick up from group when arrive and drop to airport when group Departure Air-condition van from Islamabad –Skardu-Gilgit-Islamabad
Flight Tickets Islamabad-Skardu
Sightseeing the capital city of Islamabad
Jeeps from Skardu to Hushe
Food (during the Trek (we will serve breakfast, lunch and Dinner)
Carry on member personal equipment, foods stuffs and camping crew etc. All porters insurance
16 Kg porter facility for member’s personal gear. (Above 16 Kg will be separately charged from member on spot, as per porter rate per Kg)
Guide Cook and assistance cook wages, camp food, transport and their insurance
Mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent mattress, chairs, Tables
Complete kitchen utensils (crockery)
Member international flight tickets
Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely personal nature
Sleeping bag and all personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges, liquor or soft drinks,
Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely personal nature
Any unforeseen expenses (just like road block extra hotel stay or if members stay more days at Base Camp) then members will be pay according to the numbers of days bases.
And all the services which are not mentioned above list.

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