Overview
The Masherbrum Mountains, a sub-range of the Karakoram range, have this peak as their highest point. It is accessible through the picturesque Hushe Valley and is located south of the well-known Baltoro Glacier.The Indian name "Mahasherbaram" means "The White Tiger," while the local Balti name "Masherbrum" means "Queen of Peaks." Since it was the first peak in the Karakoram range to be mapped, it was given the designation "K1" during the first British survey of the range in 1856.
| DAYS | ITINERARY | RESIDENCE |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Arriving in Pakistan, Islamabad | HOTEL |
| 02 | Flight to Skardu, Overnight stay at Chilas (Depending on weather conditions) | HOTEL |
| 03 | Drive Chilas to Skardu (Leisure day) | HOTEL |
| 04 | Drive to Hushe | CAMP |
| 05 | Trek to Brum Bramah | CAMP |
| 06 | Trek to Masherbrum Base Camp | CAMP |
| 07 | Acclimatisation & Climbing Period | CAMP |
| 08 | Trek back to Brum Bramah | CAMP |
| 09 | Trek back to Hushe | CAMP |
| 10 | Drive to Skardu via Khaplu Valley | CAMP |
| 11 | Fly to Islamabad | HOTEL |
| 12 | Islamabad | HOTEL |
| 13 | Flight Home | FLY OUT |
Services Included
- Help with the Islamabad trekking permit application process (in coordination with the Ministry of Tourism).
- Fee for a trekking permit (as per the rules of the Government of Pakistan).
- A letter of invitation for a visa and any necessary supporting documentation.
- Transfers by 4x4 Jeep: Skardu to Jhola to Skardu, then back via Hushe.
- All government taxes are included in the domestic airfare (depending on availability) from Islamabad to Skardu to Islamabad.
- If a flight is canceled, private road transportation will be arranged for two days between Islamabad and Skardu, with one night spent in transit.
- Accommodations in hotels and guest houses in Skardu and Islamabad.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek prepared by our field kitchen.
- 15 kg of luggage per hiker (carried by a porter). Extra bags can be stored at the hotel/office in Skardu.
- Sleeping arrangements include a toilet tent for small groups and mess/kitchen tents. Larger groups will have separate dining tents, mess tents, tables, and chairs.
- Fuel, crockery, kitchenware, and communal equipment provided.
- Pay and basic equipment for local staff including assistants, porters, cooks, and guides.
- Experienced English-speaking trekking guide.
- Sightseeing in Islamabad, including transport and English-speaking guide.
- Bridge & campsite fees where applicable.
- Gondogoro La rescue fee.
- Insurance for field staff and low-altitude porters (excluding helicopter rescue).
- Transportation at airports, toll taxes & parking fees.
Services Not Included
- Airport taxes, excess baggage fees, and international airfare.
- Islamabad hotel stay not included in the itinerary.
- Meals in Islamabad (apart from hotel breakfasts).
- Charges for helicopter rescue and evacuation (customers must have travel insurance that covers this).
- Room service, minibar, laundry, drinks, internet and phone bills, shopping, etc. — all personal expenses.
- Liability insurance: customers are responsible for arranging their own health, travel, and accident insurance. (5K Adventure is not responsible for theft, illness, accidents, or loss of personal belongings.)
- Tipping local staff and porters (at the discretion of the client).
- Any unanticipated expenses due to landslides, natural disasters, political unrest, canceled flights, or other external circumstances.
- Any service not specifically listed in the "What's Included" section.
- 1 PIECE - DOWN SUITS
- 1 PAIR - SUMMIT SHOES (CLIMBING BOOT)
- 1 PAIR - TREKKING SHOES (WALKING SHOES)
- 1 PIECE - SLEEPING BAG
- 1 PAIR - CRAMPONS
- 1 PIECE - SUMMIT SNOW GOGGLES
- 1 PAIR - SUMMIT GLOVES
- 2 PAIR - NORMAL GLOVES
- 2 PIECE - SUN GLASS
- 1 SET - ICE AXE
- 1 SET - HARNESS
- 1 PIECE - JUMAR
- 2 PIECE - LOCKING CARBINEERS
- 1 PIECE - DOWN FILLED MATTRESS (AIR MATTRESS)
- 2 PAIRS - SUMMIT SOCKS
- 1 PIECE - CLIMBING BAG 40 LTR
- 1 PIECE - HELMET
- 1 PIECE - DOWN JACKET
- 1 PIECE - DOWN TROUSER
- 1 PIECE - FIGURE OF 8 (DESCENDER)
- 1 PIECE - HEAD LAMP
- 1 PIECE - GORTEX JACKET
- 1 PIECE - GORTEX TROUSER
- 1 PIECE - WIND PROOF JACKET
- 2 PIECE - FLEECE JACKET
- 1 PIECE - FLEECE TROUSER
- 1 PAIR - FLEECE INNER GLOVES
- 1 PIECE - NON LOCKING CARABINEER
- 1 PIECE - WATER BOTTLE
- 1 PIECE - TAB SLING
- 2 PAIRS - LIGHT TREKKING PANTS
- 2 PIECE - NECK WARMERS
- 1 PIECE - SUN PROTECT CREAM
- 1 PIECE - LIP GUARD
- 2 PIECE - DUFFEL BAGS
