Much of mountaineer climb on the giant of Baltoro whereas not far, the superb valley of Charakusa, Kharidas, Nangma, Humbroq and is growing by isolated towers and superb granite spires which remain out of the world.
In the north east of Hushe possesses some of the best rock climbing peaks in the world.
The Fati peak, Neza peak and Farhat peak presents unique climbing opportunities for rock enthusiasts. The valley is located at a Hight of two days by foot journey from Hushe valley. There are several other spectacular granite walls and spires at the eastern end of the Charakusa Glacier, some of were ever climb but many are waiting first climbers. Choice of climbs is incredible, the pretty mountainous area, delicious camping sites and the very welcome people policy make it a perfect climbing site for holidays.
1 | Departure/Return Location | International Airport, Islamabad |
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2 | Departure Time | Mountain Range: Karakoram |
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3 | Elevation: 5655,5520,5490-M | Best Time: June – September |
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4 | Duration: 30 Days | Zone: Open |
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Day 1Arrival IslamabadArrival Islamabad and transfer to hotel.
Day 2Islamabad to Skardu (By Air)Fly to Skardu via PK-451 ( In case weather not support Drive from Islamabad - Chilas
Day 3Chilas to SkarduDrive to Chilas
Day 4Skardu to HusheDrive from Skardu to Hushe village
Day 5Hushe to ShaichoTrek to Shaicho
Day 6Shaicho to SpangserTrek to Spangser
Day 7-25Trek to Base Camp/Acclimations/Climbing
Day 26Trek back to HusheTrek back to Hushe
Day 27Drive to Skardu by jeepDrive to Skardu by jeep
Day 28Fly to IslamabadFly to Islamabad ,subject to weather, Drive to chilas
Day 29Chilas to IslamabadDrive from Chilas to Islamabad
Day 30Destinations.Onward to your own Destinations.
PreviousNextServices Include: Lodging at base camp (single supplement) |
Full base camp with dinning tent, bathroom, showers & solar charge |
All internal/domestic transport |
All domestic flights |
50kgs (110 lbs) personal baggage |
All meals during trek and at base camp (B,L,D) |
Group emergency equipment/satellite phone service with fixed calling charge |
Two nights stay in Islamabad hotel on arrival and two on return (bed & breakfast only) |
Staff insurance (guide, cook, kitchen staff, assistant(s) & porters etc) |
Experienced cook from Pakistan |
Kitchen staff |
Porters for all expedition supplies |
Solar power at base camp |
Electricity generator (backup for high voltage devices) |
International airfare |
Permit/royalty fee according to number of persons |
Personal climbing equipment, clothing & sleeping equipment |
Group climbing gear (rope, ice crew, snow bar, EPI gas, cooking pots and others) |
Mountain climbing rescue and evacuation insurance policy - mandatory |
Lodging and meals above base camp |
Any service above base camp |
Communication radio (walkie talkie) |
Weather reports |
Personal equipment cargo to/from Islamabad |
Pakistan visa fee |
Tips/gratuities to staff, cook, assistant(s) of US$ 250 per person in total |
Meals in Islamabad |
Extra hotel nights after the climb |
Trip cancellation insurance |
All expenses incurred in the event of early wind-up/summit (extra hotel nights, meals at hotels, evacuation) |
Charges incurred due to delays beyond the control of Apricot Tours (Force majeure) |
Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail) between Pakistan and home country. |
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