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.

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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