charakosa valley
Baltistan is a beautiful valley in the Karakoram range and a famous destination for adventure and cultural travels. This region is known as the mountaineers’ paradise.Four of the 14 peaks above 8000m high are situated in the Baltistan region, and hundreds of 7000 m high mountains, along with world-famous trekking routes, are also located in Baltistan. It is also home to several diversified cultures, ethnic groups, and languages. Baltistan has colorful flowers, gushing streams, emerald lakes, lush green pastures, apricot orchids, and the always smiling & welcoming Balti people. Much of the climbing & trekking happens on the giant of Baltoro. In contrast, not far away, the superb valley of Charakusa is growing by isolated towers and super granite spires that remain out of the world. It is a challenging trek leading into the heart of one of Earth’s most isolated and pristine mountain valleys. Nestling at the head of the Charakusa glacier, hidden from the giants of the Baltoro, lies one of the most impressive areas in the Karakoram. Here rise fairy tale mountains, the sort most people only dream of. Perfect granite, massive rock walls, and easy access combine to produce one of the greatest mountain showcases on the planet.
At a few kilometres away from Hushe, in a region of spectacular mountains, is the Charakusa Valley Glacier. In the centre of Karakorum, the K6 (7281 m), K7 (6934 m), Link Sar (7041 m), Drifica (6650 m), Kapura Peak (6545 m), Niza Peak, Namika (6325 m), and Laila peak (6400 m) offer a rare opportunity to climb rock and ice pinnacles.
For people of all ages and preferences, Hushe, a roadside village in Baltistan, offers some of the best trekking and mountaineering options. At a few kilometres away from Hushe, in a region of spectacular mountains, is the Charakusa Valley Glacier. In the centre of Karakorum, the K6 (7281 m), K7 (6934 m), Link Sar (7041 m), Drifica (6650 m), Kapura Peak (6545 m), Niza Peak, Namika (6325 m), and Laila peak (6400 m) offer a rare opportunity to climb rock and ice pinnacles.
A three-day hike from the end of the road makes an economical Karakorum trip possible, and many of the peaks are under 6000 metres, so there is no permit charge and no liaison officer.
All of the ascent treks to these mountains begin in Hushe village and travel along some of the best hiking paths in Karakorum. Base camps are situated in a gorgeous green setting surrounded by massive snow-capped mountains and lofty granite spires. There are certain motives that could capture your imagination.
| Day 01 | Arrive Islamabad airport and transfer to hotel |
| Day 02 | Fly to Skardu in case of flight cancellation drive to Chilas |
| Day 03 | Rest day in Skardu or drive from Chilas to Skardu |
| Day 04 | Hushe – Saitcho |
| Day 05 | Saitcho – Spangsar |
| Day 06 | K7 Base Camp |
| Day 07 | Trek to K6, K-7 valley |
| Day 08 | K7 Base Camp – Saicho |
| Day 09 | Saicho – Hushe – Skardu |
| Day 10 | Fly to Islamabad or drive to Chilas |
| Day 11 | Free day in Islamabad or drive to Islamabad |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Islamabad airport for international flight |
Equipment List
Equipment List We are providing you with three lists for the Trek. List 1 and 2 contain items and equipments that you must bring. The third list contains optional items you might need on your trekking holiday. Based on your own judgment you can select things that you might need from the third list.
1 – Must Bring Items:
- First Aid Pack (Diamox (Altitude), Dioralite (re-hydration salts), antiseptic cream, blister treatment, throat lozenges, plasters, Imodium (diarrhea treatment), painkillers)
- Hiking Backpack (Day Pack) 32-42 Litres
- Fleece jacket with hood or a warm jumper
- Mittens or gloves
- Gloves (Thermal)
- Headtorch with spare batteries
- Hiking boots
- Sleeping bag (-16°C comfort rated)
- Sandals (sports) or old shoes (to cross rivers)
- Sun protection cream (including total block for nose, lips etc.)
- Sunglasses
- Sunhat
- Thermarest or any similar mat/pad for sleeping
- Warm hat
- Warm jacket (down)
- Water bottles 1 liter (x2)
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof over-trousers
- Antibacterial hand wash
- Shirts/T-shirts
- Socks
- Spare laces
- Underwear (normal and thermal)
- Trekking poles (highly recommended)
- Wash-bag and toiletries
- Walking socks (2/3 pairs)
- Baselayer – leggings (Thermal)
- Trekking Trousers
- Baselayer thermal shirts (2 long sleeves, 2 short sleeves)
- Mountaineering equipment (See “List 2” below)
List 2 – Mountaineering Equipments:
- Crampons
- Mountaineering boots that must be compatible with your crampons. Minimum Grade B2.
- Ice axe
- Climbing harness
- Karabiner/Carabiner (screwgate type x 2)
- Climbing helmet
- Prusik loops X two (2) – (4 meters of 6 mm cord makes up 2)
- Sling (120 cm)
List 3 – Optional:
- Buff or scarf
- Small padlock (for locking your bag)
- Camera
- Insect repellant
- Pen-knife (important: pack sharp tools in hold luggage)
- Repair kit (e.g. thread, needle, duct tape)
- Liner (for sleeping bag)
- Travel clothes
- Bottle for Pee
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