Masherbrum Expedition
7821 m
Overview
Masherbrum, also known as K1, is a majestic peak in the Karakoram Range, standing as the 22nd highest mountain in the world and the 9th highest in Pakistan. It is the highest peak of the Masherbrum Mountains sub-range and dominates the skyline of Baltistan. The mountain is often overshadowed by the eight-thousanders like K2 but remains one of the most formidable and beautiful peaks in the Karakoram. Masherbrum is known for its steep faces, unpredictable weather, and avalanches. The southwest face and southeast ridge are the most commonly attempted routes, both requiring high technical skills.
Expedition Facts
Expedition Name: Masherbrum 7821m
Expedition Code: ATP-XP-18
Expedition Zone: Restricted Zone
Approach route: Islamabad-Skardu-Askoli-Masherbrum BC
Expedition Grade: Extremely Hard
Duration: 45 Days
Average Daily walk: 6-7 hours
Trekking days (in & out): 12
Days at base camp & above: 41
Hotel Nights: 08
Best Time: June to August
Visa Category: Mountaineering & Trekking
Visa Sub Category: Mountaineering
Permit Requirement: A mountaineering permit is required as the expedition falls in the restricted zone.
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Itinerary
Arrival in Islamabad, transfer to hotel. 500m, Hotel
Day 2. Islamabad–ChilasFlight to Skardu (1 hour) or drive to Chilas (10-12 hours). 2250m, Hotel
Day 3. Chilas–SkarduReserve day in Skardu or drive from Chilas to Skardu (7-8 hours). 2300m, Hotel
Day 4. SkarduDay for final preparations. 2300m, Hotel
Day 5. Skardu–AskoliJeep drive to Askoli (6 hours). 3048m, Tents
Day 6. Askoli–JholaTrek to Jhola (5-6 hours). 3200m, Tents
Day 7. Jhola–PaijuTrek to Paiju (6-7 hours). 3600m, Tents
Day 8. PaijuRest day for acclimatization. 3600m, Tents
Day 9. Paiju–UrdukasTrek to Urdukas (9-10 hours). 4240m, Tents
Day 10. Urdukas–Masherbrum BCTrek to Masherbrum BC 5000m, Tents
Day 11-31. ClimbingClimbing
Day 32. Masherbrum–Bc–UrdukusTrek to Urdukus. 4240m, Tents
Day 33. Urduku–JholaTrek to Jhola. 3200m, Tents
Day 34. Jhola–AskoliTrek to Askoli. Tents
Day 35.Askoli–SkarduDrive to Skardu. Hotel
Day36. Skardu–IslamabadFly from skardu to islamabad. Hotel
Day 37. IslamabadSightseeing in Islamabad.
Day 38. Hotel–AirportDeparture from Islamabad
Note:
The option of taking a flight to Skardu after arrival in Islamabad on day 1 is possible depending upon the arrival time of international flight.
If the flight operates for Skardu on day 2, drive to Askoli on day-4 is possible to gain an extra day for climbing/acclimatization.