Gasherbrum IV Expedition
Altitude
7,932m
Duration
45-50 Days
Best Season
N/A
Overview
The Gasherbrum IV Expedition is designed for elite mountaineers seeking a serious technical challenge in the Karakoram. This peak demands advanced alpine climbing skills, experience at high altitudes, and the ability to navigate one of the most remote and difficult environments in the world.
Highlights
Arrival in Islamabad
Arrival in Islamabad followed by transfer to the hotel. The day includes a team briefing and a comprehensive equipment check. Accommodation: Hotel.
Ministry Briefing
Attend the official expedition briefing at the Ministry of Tourism and complete last-minute preparations. Accommodation: Hotel.
Travel to Skardu
Transfer to Skardu via flight (weather-dependent) or a 2-day drive via the Karakoram Highway if flights are grounded. Accommodation: Hotel.
Preparation in Skardu
A rest day in Skardu dedicated to gear checks, permit clearance, and final supply shopping. Accommodation: Hotel.
Drive to Askole
Overland journey from Skardu to Askole, the final village before the commencement of the trek. Altitude: 3,000m. Accommodation: Hotel.
Trek to Jhola
Beginning the trek from Askole to Jhola, a journey of approximately 6-7 hours. Altitude: 3,200m. Accommodation: Camping.
Trek to Paiyu
A 5-6 hour trek from Jhola to the Paiju campsite. Altitude: 3,450m. Accommodation: Camping.
Acclimatization at Paiyu
A scheduled day for rest and altitude acclimatization at Paiju. Accommodation: Camping.
Trek to Urdukas
A 7-8 hour trek from Paiju to Urdukas. Altitude: 4,000m. Accommodation: Camping.
Trek to Goro II
Continuing the trek for 6-7 hours to reach the Goro II campsite. Altitude: 4,300m. Accommodation: Camping.
Trek to Base Camp
A 6-8 hour trek from Goro II to establish the Base Camp. Altitude: 5,000m. Accommodation: Camping.
Base Camp Operations
Rest and acclimatization at Base Camp while setting up expedition facilities. Altitude: 5,000m. Accommodation: Camping.
Technical Training
Final Base Camp setup, technical training sessions, and the commencement of the first rotations. Altitude: 5,000m. Accommodation: Camping.
Climbing Rotations
Acclimatization rotations between Camp 1 (5,900m), Camp 2 (6,500m), and Camp 3 (7,200m). The exact schedule is determined by weather and route conditions. Altitude: 5,900m - 7,200m. Accommodation: Camping.
Summit Window
A weather-dependent window for the summit attempt, climbing from Camp 3 to the peak (7,925m) followed by a safe descent to lower camps. Altitude: 7,925m. Accommodation: Camping.
Base Camp Decommissioning
Packing equipment and conducting a thorough clean-up of the Base Camp area. Accommodation: Camping.
Return Trek to Askole
Trekking back to Askole, retracing the original route over three days. Accommodation: Camping.
Return to Skardu
Drive from Askole back to Skardu. Accommodation: Hotel.
Return to Islamabad
Flight or drive back to Islamabad. Accommodation: Hotel.
Debriefing and Leisure
Official debriefing at the Tourism Office followed by free time for local sightseeing. Accommodation: Hotel.
Contingency Days
Extra days reserved for potential delays related to weather, logistics, or flight cancellations. Accommodation: Hotel.
International Departure
Transfer for your international departure flight. Transport: Fly out.
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