Masherbrum Expedition
Altitude
7,806m
Duration
40-45 Days
Best Season
N/A
Overview
The Masherbrum Expedition offers experienced mountaineers a challenging high-altitude climb in a remote Karakoram setting. The peak requires strong alpine skills, glacier navigation, and prior experience on 6000m+ peaks. Climbers are rewarded with dramatic views of the surrounding Karakoram giants and pristine mountain landscapes.
Highlights
Arrival in Islamabad
Arrival at Islamabad International Airport followed by a meet and greet. The day includes transfer to the hotel, rest, a briefing at the Tourism Office, and final preparations for the expedition. Altitude: 540m. Accommodation: Hotel.
Travel to Skardu or Chilas
A one-hour scenic flight to Skardu (weather dependent). In the event of a cancellation, the team will drive to Chilas (12-14 hrs) along the Karakoram Highway. Altitude: 2,228m. Accommodation: Hotel.
Free Day in Skardu or Transit
If the flight operated, this day is reserved for gear checks, permit processing, and shopping. If driving, the journey continues from Chilas to Skardu (8-9 hrs). Accommodation: Hotel.
Drive to Hushe Valley
A 6-7 hour jeep departure from Skardu through local valleys to reach Hushe, the final village before the trek. Altitude: 3,050m. Accommodation: Camping (Tent or Guesthouse).
Trek to Saicho Camp
The trek commences along the Hushe River with a gentle 5-6 hour ascent through meadows and moraines to Saicho. Altitude: 3,350m. Accommodation: Camping.
Trek to Masherbrum Base Camp
A 5-6 hour trek through rocky and icy terrain, gaining elevation to establish the Base Camp facilities amidst the surrounding peaks. Altitude: 4,200m. Accommodation: Camping.
Acclimatization and Climbing Period
A dedicated window for acclimatization, technical briefings, and establishing high camps: Camp 1 (5,600m), Camp 2 (6,400m) with fixed ropes, and Camp 3 (7,000m). The summit push to 7,821m involves mixed rock and ice slopes, followed by a descent to high camps. Altitude: 5,600m - 7,821m. Accommodation: Camping.
Descent and Cleanup
A safe descent from the high camps back to Base Camp. Activities include packing expedition gear and conducting environmental waste removal. Accommodation: Camping.
Return Trek to Hushe
Retracing the trekking route back to Hushe village, concluded by a celebration dinner with the local staff. Accommodation: Camping.
Return to Skardu
Return journey to Skardu via 4x4 jeeps with time to rest and explore the town. Accommodation: Hotel.
Travel to Islamabad or Chilas
Transfer to Islamabad via flight (weather permitting) or a drive to Chilas if flights are grounded. Accommodation: Hotel.
Free Day in Islamabad or Transit
A day for sightseeing in Islamabad for those who flew, or completion of the road journey from Chilas to Islamabad. Accommodation: Hotel.
International Departure
Final transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of the expedition services. Transport: Fly out.
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