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Gasherbrum III 7,952m
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| Departure & Return | Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad |
|---|---|
| Mountain Range | Karakoram |
| Elevation | 7,952 m |
| Duration | 46 Days |
| Best Time | Mid-May to End-August |
Gasherbrum III, nestled among the majestic peaks of the Karakoram mountain range, proudly claims its position as the third-highest summit, sandwiched between Gasherbrum II and IV. For decades, until 1974, it retained the title of the highest unclimbed peak in the region, presenting a formidable challenge to mountaineers worldwide.
However, history took a new turn on August 11, 1975, when a groundbreaking expedition led by Mrs. Wanda Rutkiewicz, a Polish mountaineer, etched its mark in the annals of mountaineering. Among the triumphant climbers were Alison Chadwick, Janusz Onyszkiewicz, and K. Zdzitowiecki, whose courage and determination propelled them to conquer the towering heights of Gasherbrum III, marking a significant milestone in the pursuit of high-altitude adventure.
Day 01Arrival in IslamabadUpon arrival at the airport, guests will be transferred to a hotel in Islamabad for an overnight stay.
Day 02Travel from Islamabad to Skardu (By Air)Guests will catch an early morning flight to Skardu, subject to weather conditions. If flying is not possible, an alternative route will be taken by road to Skardu, with an overnight stop in Chilas. Accommodation will be provided in a hotel in Chilas.
Day 03Skardu Sightseeing or Travel from Chilas to SkarduIf the flight to Skardu operates, guests will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Skardu. Otherwise, they will embark on a land journey from Chilas to Skardu, which takes approximately 22 to 24 hours. Accommodation will be provided in a hotel in Skardu.
Day 04Preparation Day in SkarduThis day will be dedicated to finalizing expedition arrangements. Guests will spend the night in a hotel in Skardu.
Day 05Skardu to AskoleAfter breakfast, guests will embark on a full-day jeep ride to Askole, the last inhabited area before the Great Glaciers. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 06Askole to JulaToday, guests will depart from the last inhabited village of Askole. For the remaining journey, the local team will assist in carrying food and equipment. Guests will trek to the Dumurdo river crossing at Jula, which previously had a wire rope bridge (Jula) but now has a wooden bridge. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 07Jula to PaijuThe trek continues along the Braldu River to a green oasis beneath the shadows of Paiju Peak at 6611 meters. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 08Rest and Acclimatization Day at PaijuToday is designated for rest and acclimatization at Paiju. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 09Paiju to UrdukasAfter an early breakfast, guests will begin the trek to Urdukas. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 10Urdukas to Goro IIGuests will embark on a long trek on the icy Baltoro Glacier after an early breakfast. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 11Goro II to ShaghringAfter an early breakfast, guests will trek to Shaghring. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 12Trek from Shaghring to Gasherbrum Base CampAfter an early breakfast, guests will trek to Gasherbrum Base Camp. Accommodation will be in tents.
Days 13 to 32Acclimatization and Summit ScalingGuests will have 19 days dedicated to acclimatization and summit scaling activities. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 33Gasherbrum Base Camp to Ali CampAfter an early breakfast, guests will depart for Ali Camp. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 34Ali Camp – Cross Gondogoro Pass – KhuspangGuests will start very early, around 2 or 3 a.m., to cross the Gondogoro Pass and reach Khuspang. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 35Khuspang to ShaichoAfter a brief walk, guests will reach the glacier. They will navigate across moving boulders and ice, finally reaching the camping site at Shaicho. Walking duration: 6 – 7 hours, Grade: Easy. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 36Shaicho to HusheAfter breakfast, guests will continue walking along the Hushe River on an easy path. Upon arrival in Hushe, they will camp near the fields in Hushe village. Accommodation will be in tents.
Day 37Hushe to SkarduAfter breakfast, guests will embark on a full-day jeep ride on a winding road to Skardu. Upon arrival, they will transfer to the hotel and check in. Overnight stay in a hotel in Skardu.
Day 38Skardu to ChilasGuests will start an early morning drive to Chilas. Upon arrival, they will transfer to the hotel and check in. Overnight stay in a hotel in Chilas.
Day 46Chilas to IslamabadAfter breakfast, guests will depart for Islamabad via the Babusar Pass. Upon arrival, they will transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in a hotel in Islamabad.
Day 39Exploring IslamabadThe day will begin with a debriefing session at the Alpine Club in Islamabad. In the afternoon, guests will go for a city tour of Islamabad. Overnight stay in a hotel in Islamabad.
Day 40Departure from IslamabadGuests will be transferred to the airport for their 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
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