Overview
In Pakistans Karakoram range, Ultar Sar Peak—also called Ultar, Ultar II, or Bojohagur Duanasir II—is a striking and difficult mountain. It is well known for its considerable technical difficulty for climbers and its sharp ascent above the surrounding landscape.It is situated in Pakistans Gilgit-Baltistan region, in the Batura Muztagh subrange of the Karakoram mountains. In the charming Hunza Valley, it rises directly above the town of Karimabad.
| DAYS | ACTIVITIES | RESIDENCE |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Arriving in Pakistan, Islamabad | HOTEL |
| 02 | Drive to Chilas | HOTEL |
| 03 | Chilas to Karimabad | HOTEL |
| 04 | Karimabad to Shahabad & Shamir Harai | CAMP |
| 05 | Trek from Shahabad & Shamir Harai to Bath Bakhor | CAMP |
| 06 | Trek from Bath Bakhor to Base Camp | CAMP |
| 07 | Climbing days in Ultar Sar Base Camp | CAMP |
| 08 | Trek back to Shamir Harai | CAMP |
| 09 | Free day in Karimabad | HOTEL |
| 10 | Drive from Karimabad to Naran | HOTEL |
| 11 | Drive from Naran 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
