Gasherbrum II 8080m Expedition

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“I am gentle, I am kind bring the kids, don’t leave ‘em behind” Liver Khan

Gasherbum II lies at the head of the Baltoro Glacier amongst the greatest concentration of high mountains in the world. It was first climbed by S. Larche, F.Moravee and H. Willenpart in 1956. This shining mountain is generally considered the easiest of the eight thousand meter peaks. The Austrians were the first to make its summit back in 1956.

All the existing five routes to the peak begin in the Gasherbum Valley. The Base Camp lies at the junction between the stunning South Gasherbum and Abruzzi glaciers. The mountain itself is pyramid-shaped and is as beautiful as they come. Our approach to the Base Camp is via Skardu town and a week’s trek on the Baltoro glacier. Enjoy your Trip with Nanga Parbat Adventure.

Itinerary

Day 1
Day 1: Islamabad

Transfer to hotel. Made necessary arrangements

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Day 2: Islamabad

Briefing at Ministry of Tourism

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Day 3: Chilas

Drive to Chilas. Transfer to hotel for overnight

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Day 4: Skardu

Drive to Skardu. 8-10 hrs drive. Overnight at hotel

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Day 5: Skardu

Rest day and Final Preparation for Expedition

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Day 6: Thongal

Drive to Thongal 8-10 hrs drive

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Days 7: Jhola

Trek to Jhola, 7-8 hrs.

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Days 8: Bardumal - Paiju

Trek to Bardumal – Paiju, 7-8 hrs.

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Days 9: Paiju

Day free for Rest

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Days 10: Urdukas

Trek to Urdukas, 7-8 hrs.

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Days 11: Goro

Trek to Goro, 6-7 hrs.

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Days 12: Concordia

Trek to Concordia, 4-5 hrs.

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Days 13: Gasherbrum II Base Camp

Trek to Gasherbrum II Base Camp, 7-8 hrs.

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Day 14-40: Climbing

Climbing Period of Gasherbrum II

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Day 41-46: Islamabad

Return to Askole or Hushe and Drive to Skardu. Overnight at hotel

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Day 47: Islamabad

Fly to Islamabad or Drive to Chilas if flight cancels. Overnight at hotel

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Day 48: Islamabad

Debriefing at Ministry of Tourism. Overnight at hotel

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Day 49: Islamabad

Day free at leisure

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Days 50: Departure

Transfer to airport.

Please Note:

The above itinerary is not a fixed programme but is intended to give an indication of the likely events during the expedition. Please note that because of the nature of mountaineering on 8,000m peaks, it will be necessary to have a flexible plan in order to take the best advantage of situations as they present themselves. Any changes to the itinerary will be made with a view to maximizing the benefit to the team members and of ensuring their eventual success on the mountain.

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