Cathedral Peak stands above the west bank of the Masherbrum valley, a side valley of the Hushe valley in the Masherbrum mountains of Gilgit Baltistan. Its height is estimated at about 6,100 m to 6,200 m. The American Alpine Journal notes that this peak was originally known as Cathedral Peak, that some local people call it Masherbrum II, and that the 6,200 m summit reached by a Pakistani expedition in 1996 was almost certainly Cathedral Peak. It should not be confused with Masherbrum II (Mandu Kangri, 7,127 m), first climbed in 1988, or with the Cathedral peaks of the Baltoro. Base Camp is about two days from Hushe, the home of our team.
| 1 | Departure/Return Location | International Airport, Islamabad |
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| 2 | Mountain Range: Karakoram | Region: Hushe valley, Gilgit Baltistan |
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| 3 | Elevation: About 6,200 m | Best Time: June to August |
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| 4 | Duration: 23 Days | Zone: Open |
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Day 1Arrive in Islamabad (540 m)Airport pick up and transfer to hotel. Overnight in hotel.
Day 2Fly to Skardu (2,230 m)Morning flight past Nanga Parbat (or the Karakoram Highway if cancelled). Overnight in hotel.
Day 3Skardu: preparationsGear check, repack loads and buy supplies. Spare day for flight delays. Overnight in hotel.
Day 4Jeep from Skardu to Hushe (3,050 m)About 6 hours through Khaplu into the Hushe valley, the home of our team. Overnight in camp.
Day 5Trek into the Masherbrum valleyWalk up the Hushe valley and into the Masherbrum valley. Overnight in tent.
Day 6Trek to Cathedral Peak Base CampSet up Base Camp above the west bank of the Masherbrum valley. Overnight in tent.
Day 7 to 18Climbing period on Cathedral PeakAcclimatisation, route finding and climbing on snow, ice and rock with one or two high camps, then a summit push in good weather. Spare days are included for weather.
Day 19Trek back to HusheClean up Base Camp and walk down to Hushe. Overnight in camp.
Day 20Jeep from Hushe to SkarduAbout 6 hours back to Skardu. Overnight in hotel.
Day 21Spare day in SkarduFor flight delays. Overnight in hotel.
Day 22Fly to IslamabadOvernight in hotel.
Day 23Fly homeTransfer to Islamabad airport.
Services Include:| Climbing permit, registration and all government fees |
| Airport pick up and drop off in Islamabad |
| Hotel in Islamabad on bed and breakfast as per itinerary |
| Hotel in Skardu on full board as per itinerary |
| Domestic flights Islamabad to Skardu and back (road travel by private vehicle if flights are cancelled) |
| All jeep transport to and from the trek start |
| Porters to carry expedition loads to Base Camp and back |
| Experienced guide on the approach trek |
| Base Camp cook and kitchen team |
| All meals during the trek and at Base Camp |
| Base Camp tents: sleeping, dining, kitchen, toilet and shower tents with tables, chairs and mattresses |
| Gas and fuel for cooking at Base Camp |
| Wages, food, equipment and insurance for all staff and porters |
| First aid kit at Base Camp |
| Garbage management and transport of waste back to Skardu |
| Experienced climbing guide for the summit climb |
| High camp tents and group climbing equipment (fixed ropes, snow bars, ice screws) |
| International flights to and from Islamabad |
| Pakistan visa fee |
| Travel, medical and helicopter rescue insurance (mandatory) |
| Lunch and dinner in Islamabad |
| Personal climbing gear and clothing |
| Personal high altitude porter (available on request) |
| Extra hotel nights or meals caused by early return, flight delays or road closures |
| Excess baggage on domestic flights |
| Drinks, laundry, phone calls and other personal expenses |
| Summit bonus for climbing staff |
| Tips for guides, cooks and porters |
| Helicopter rescue costs |
| Anything not listed under included services |
Cathedral Peak (about 6,200 m) Expedition, Masherbrum Valley on Google Maps:
