gashabrum-iv Expedition
Gasherbrum IV, surveyed as K3, is the 17th highest mountain on Earth and the 6th highest in Pakistan. One of the peaks in the Gasherbrum massif, its immense West Face looms over the glacial junction of Concordia to the west
The sixth-highest mountain in Pakistan is Gasherbrum IV (K4), the seventeenth-highest mountain in the world.
It is one of the mountains in the Gasherbrum massif, and Broad Peak is close by to its Base Camp. The Gasherbrum is a sparse cluster of mountains in the Karakoram Range of the Himalaya, to the northeast of the Baltoro Glacier. Three of the 8,000-meter peaks in the world are located in the massif.
In reality, Gasherbrum is derived from the Balti words “Rgasha” (beautiful) and “brum” (mountain), and as a result, it genuinely means “beautiful mountain.” It is also believed that Gasherbrum means “Shining Wall,” possibly in reference to the very visible west face of Gasherbrum IV. First ascent was made. By Italian Expeditions in 1958, with members from the north Walter Bonatti and Carlo Mauri
Climb Gasherbrum-IV with Skardu Expeditions Tracks and Tours:
If there were a peak that is more difficult to climb than K2, it would be Gasherbrum IV. The ascent to the 7925-meter top is rather difficult. It has many obvious risks and relentlessly sheer rock faces. Also, it is situated in a region of the world where the weather is quite unpredictable. Upon approaching the Baltoro area, the majestic mountain is the first of the “big ones” that you can see. It is situated where Gasherbum IV absolutely towers over everything nearby and the Baltoro glacier separates.
Skardu Expeditions Tracks and Tours can assist you in turning your ambition of climbing Gasherbum IV into a reality. If, then Gasherbum IV is reachable:
- You are highly determined to climb the killer mountain
- You are ready to indulge in extreme adventures
- You are all prepared to face the wrath of nature
- You can risk going too far
- You want to indulge yourself in amazing experiences
- You are resolute to keep climbing in the face of all odds.
| Day 01 | Arrive Islamabad. |
| Day 02 | Islamabad – Skardu or Chilas if no flight |
| Day 03 | Chilas – Skardu |
| Day 04 | Skardu (free day) |
| Day 05 | Skardu to Askoli (by jeep) |
| Day 06 | Trek to Jhola |
| Day 07 | Trek to Paiyu |
| Day 08 | Rest day at Paiyu |
| Day 09 | Trek to Urdukas |
| Day 10 | Trek to Goro |
| Day 11 | Trek to Concordia. |
| Day 12 | Trek to Base camp |
| Day 13-48 | Reserved for climbing activities |
| Day 49-56 | Return to Askoli and drive to Skardu |
| Day 57 | Drive to Chilas |
| Day 58 | Drive to Islamabad |
| Day 59 | Debriefing, Ministry of Tourism |
| Day 60 | own Destiination. |
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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