Amin Brakk (5,850 m) rises above the Nangma valley, a side valley of the Hushe region near Kande, famous for its granite walls and towers and often called the Yosemite of the Karakoram. Its walls are among the biggest in the area. In 1999 the Catalan climbers Silvia Vidal, Miquel Puigdomènech and Pep Masip climbed the route Sol Solet, about 1,650 m long, graded VII 6c+ A5 with ice up to 60 degrees, in about a month on the wall. Base Camp is in the meadows of the Nangma valley, two days from Kande.
| 1 | Departure/Return Location | International Airport, Islamabad |
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| 2 | Mountain Range: Karakoram | Region: Nangma valley, Kande, Gilgit Baltistan |
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| 3 | Elevation: 5,850 m | Best Time: June to September |
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| 4 | Duration: 32 Days | Zone: Open |
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Day 1Arrive in Islamabad (540 m)Our team meets you at Islamabad airport and takes you to your hotel. Overnight in hotel.
Day 2Expedition briefing in IslamabadOfficial briefing, 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, we drive the Karakoram Highway instead. Overnight in hotel.
Day 4Skardu: final preparationsRepack loads for the porters and buy fresh supplies. Spare day for flight delays. Overnight in hotel.
Day 5Jeep from Skardu to Kande (about 2,800 m)About 5 to 6 hours through Khaplu to Kande village at the mouth of the Nangma valley. Overnight in camp.
Day 6Trek into the Nangma valleyWalk up the green Nangma valley past summer pastures. Overnight in tent.
Day 7Trek to Nangma Base Camp (about 4,000 m)Reach the meadows below Amin Brakk and the granite walls of the valley. Overnight in tent.
Day 8 to 27Climbing period on Amin Brakk (5,850 m)Big wall climbing on the granite of Amin Brakk, with fixed ropes on the lower wall, portaledge camps and a push for the summit in good weather.
Day 28Trek down to KandeClean up Base Camp and walk out of the Nangma valley. Overnight in camp.
Day 29Jeep from Kande to SkarduDrive back to Skardu. Overnight in hotel.
Day 30Spare day in SkarduFor flight delays. Overnight in hotel.
Day 31Fly to IslamabadOvernight in hotel.
Day 32Fly 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 local guide and Base Camp staff |
| 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 climbing equipment, ropes and big wall gear |
| 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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