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Broad Peak 8047m Expedition
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| Departure & Return | Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad |
|---|---|
| Mountain Range | Karakoram |
| Elevation | 8047 m |
| Duration | 51 Days |
| Best Time | Mid-May to End-August |
Broad Peak, the third highest peak in the Karakoram Range and the fourth highest in Pakistan, proudly stands at the western terminus of the Baltoro glacier. Despite its commanding elevation of 8,047 meters (26,400 feet), this mountain remained relatively unexplored by climbers for a considerable period.
Recognized as PK 23/52 in Pakistan’s survey records, locals aptly named it ‘Falchan Brak,’ which translates to Broad Peak, due to its expansive summit. This majestic mountain has thwarted numerous expeditionary efforts from around the world. Nevertheless, its conquest was finally achieved on June 9, 1957, by the Austrian Karakoram Expedition.
Day 01Arrival in IslamabadUpon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Islamabad for an overnight stay.
Day 02Travel from Islamabad to Skardu (By Air)Catch an early morning flight to Skardu (subject to weather conditions). In case of flight cancellation, we’ll depart for Skardu by road with an overnight stay in Chilas. Accommodation provided in a Skardu hotel.
Day 03Journey from Chilas to SkarduIf the flight operates, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Skardu; if not, spend the day traveling overland from Chilas to Skardu (a total drive of 22 – 24 hours from Islamabad). Overnight stay in a Skardu hotel.
Day 04Rest Day in SkarduUse this day to finalize expedition arrangements while enjoying a relaxing stay in a Skardu hotel.
Day 05Skardu to AskoleEmbark on a full-day jeep ride from Skardu to Askole, the last inhabited village before the Great Glaciers. Overnight camping in Askole.
Day 06Askole to JhulaLeave Askole and rely on our local team for support as we trek to the Dumurdo river crossing at Jhula. A wooden bridge now facilitates crossing this point. Overnight camping in Jhula.
Day 07Jhula to PaijuContinue trekking along the Braldu River to the lush oasis beneath Paiju Peak 6611 M. Overnight camping in Paiju.
Day 08Acclimatization Day at PaijuTake a day to rest and acclimatize amidst the serene surroundings of Paiju. Overnight camping in Paiju.
Day 09Paiju to UrdukasResume the trek after an early breakfast. Overnight camping in Urdukas.
Day 10Urdukas to Goro IIEmbark on a long trek across the icy Baltoro Glacier. Overnight camping in Goro II.
Day 11Goro II to ConcordiaStart the day with an early breakfast and continue the trek to Concordia, a vast junction of Baltoro, Abruzzi, & Godwin Austin Glaciers at 4000 meters. Overnight camping in Concordia.
Day 12Concordia to Broad Peak Base CampCommence the trek after breakfast. Overnight camping at the Broad Peak Base Camp. (Tent)
Day 13 to 42Climbing ActivitiesDedicated to acclimatization and summit scaling over 28 days. (Tent)
Day 43K2 Base Camp to Ali CampDepart from K2 Base Camp to Ali Camp after an early breakfast. Overnight camping at Ali Camp. (Tent)
Day 44Ali Camp – Cross Gondogoro Pass – KhuspangAn early start, around 2 or 3 a.m., to cross the Gondogoro Pass and reach Khuspang. Overnight camping at Khuspang. (Tent)
Day 45Khuspang to ShaichoAfter easy walking, traverse the glacier to reach Shaicho. Walking duration: 6-7 hours. Difficulty: Easy. Altitude: 3800 m. Overnight camping at Shaicho. (Tent)
Day 46Shaicho to HusheContinue along the Hushe River on an easy path. Camp near Hushe village fields upon arrival. Overnight camping at Hushe. (Tent)
Day 47Hushe to SkarduAfter breakfast, embark on jeeps for a full-day ride to Skardu via a winding jeep road. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Skardu hotel.
Day 48Skardu to ChilasEarly morning drive to Chilas. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Overnight stay in Chilas hotel.
Day 49Chilas to IslamabadDepart for Islamabad via the Babusar Pass after breakfast. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Islamabad hotel.
Day 50IslamabadDe-briefing at the Alpine Club in Islamabad followed by a city tour in the afternoon. Overnight stay in Islamabad hotel.
Day 51Islamabad to Flight OutTransfer to the airport for your flight back home.
Kindly be aware that flights to Gilgit Baltistan may be affected by weather conditions and potential backlog. Should a flight cancellation occur, we will proceed with travel by road instead. In such an event, one night’s stay in Islamabad will be incorporated into the overland journey.
Services included as following
Miscellaneous Fees:
- Peak royalty fees
- Pollution fees
- Environmental Bank Guarantee: The company will provide a US$ 1000/- deposit as an environmental bank guarantee on behalf of the expedition leader.
Hotels:
- 03 nights hotel stay in Islamabad with included Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- 01 night stay in Panorama Hotel Chilas with included Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- 03 nights stay in Skardu with included Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner – as per the itinerary
Transport:
- Pick up and drop-off service provided from/to the group upon arrival and departure, respectively. Air-conditioned van transportation available from Islamabad to Islamabad.
- Flight tickets arranged for travel from Islamabad to Skardu.
- Transportation arrangements made for briefing and debriefing occasions.
- Sightseeing tour organized for exploring the capital city of Islamabad.
4 x 4 Jeeps:
- Jeeps provided for transportation between Skardu, Askoli, Hushe, and back to Skardu.
Trekking and Base Camp Food:
- Food provided during the stay at the base camp, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Porters:
- Porters will carry members’ climbing gear, foodstuff, camping crew, etc., up to the base camp and return to the Jeep Roadhead. Insurance provided for all porters.
Staff:
- Insurance provided for the liaison officer and arrangements made for their role.
- Wages provided for the guide, cook, and assistant cook.
- Provision of camp food, transportation, and insurance for the guide, cook, and assistant cook.
Camping Equipment:
- Provision of a mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, mattress, chairs, and tables.
Kitchen utensils:
- Complete set of kitchen utensils, including crockery.
General Services:
- Tips provided for baggage handling at airports & hotels.
- Fees covered for bridge crossing, cable crossing, and camping.
- Assistance provided for re-confirmations of international flight tickets.
- Assistance provided for custom clearing.
Services not included in the given price
- Member international flight tickets
- Helicopter emergency rescue fees for members and any climbing gear
- Member personal insurance
- High altitude tent
- High altitude food
- High altitude porter
- 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
- Custom clearing charges for import and export of equipment
- EPI gas and oxygen cylinder
- Unforeseen expenses such as roadblocks, extra hotel stays, or extended stays at Base Camp will be paid according to the number of days required
Transport & guide
Pick up and drop-off service provided
- Flight tickets arranged for travel from Islamabad to Skardu.
- Air-conditioned van transportation available from Islamabad to Islamabad.
- Transportation arrangements made for briefing and debriefing occasions.
- Sightseeing tour organized for exploring the capital city of Islamabad.
Hotels
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- 03 nights hotel stay in Islamabad with included Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- 01 night stay in Panorama Hotel Chilas with included Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- 03 nights stay in Skardu with included Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner – as per the itinerary
other tour services
Enjoy Natural Scenery & Local Life
4 x 4 Jeeps: Jeeps provided for transportation between Skardu, Askoli, Hushe, and back to Skardu.
Trekking and Base Camp Food: Food provided during the stay at the base camp, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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