Paiju Peak (6,610 m) rises above Paiju camp at the snout of the Baltoro Glacier. It was first climbed on 20 July 1976 by Raja Bashir Ahmad, Manzoor Hussain and Nazir Sabir of an Alpine Club of Pakistan expedition, with technical help from the American climber Allen Steck. It is a steep and technical mountain with few ascents. Base Camp is reached in four days from Askole.
| 1 | Departure/Return Location | International Airport, Islamabad |
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| 2 | Mountain Range: Karakoram | Region: Baltoro, Gilgit Baltistan |
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| 3 | Elevation: 6,610 m | Best Time: June to August |
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| 4 | Duration: 31 Days | Zone: Restricted |
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Day 1Arrive in Islamabad (540 m)Our team meets you at Islamabad airport and takes you to your hotel. Rest after your flight. Overnight in hotel.
Day 2Expedition briefing in IslamabadOfficial expedition briefing at the Ministry of Tourism with the Alpine Club of Pakistan, final paperwork, gear check and last shopping. Overnight in hotel.
Day 3Fly to Skardu (2,230 m)Morning flight past Nanga Parbat to Skardu, about one hour. If the flight is cancelled because of weather, we drive the Karakoram Highway instead (one or two days). Overnight in hotel.
Day 4Skardu: final preparationsRepack loads for the porters, buy fresh supplies and visit Skardu bazaar. This day is also a spare day for flight delays. Overnight in hotel.
Day 5Jeep from Skardu to Askole (3,000 m)About 7 hours by jeep through the Shigar valley and along the Braldu river to Askole, the last village. Meet the porters. Overnight in tent.
Day 6Askole to Jhola (3,200 m)About 6 hours along the Braldu river, crossing the snout of the Biafo Glacier. Overnight in tent.
Day 7Jhola to Paiju (3,450 m)About 6 to 7 hours with the first views of the Paiju peaks and the Trango group. Overnight in tent.
Day 8Paiju to Paiju Peak Base Camp (about 4,300 m)Leave the Baltoro trail and climb to Base Camp below Paiju Peak. Overnight in tent.
Day 9 to 26Climbing period on Paiju Peak (6,610 m)A technical climb on snow, ice and rock. After acclimatisation the team fixes the route, sets two high camps and waits for a weather window for the summit.
Day 27Trek from Base Camp to Paiju and JholaClean up Base Camp and walk down to the Baltoro trail. Overnight in tent.
Day 28Jhola to Askole and jeep to SkarduWalk out to Askole and drive to Skardu. Overnight in hotel.
Day 29Spare day in SkarduKept free for flight delays. Overnight in hotel.
Day 30Fly to Islamabad and debriefingFlight to Islamabad. Overnight in hotel.
Day 31Fly homeTransfer to Islamabad airport for your flight home.
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 |
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