mashabrum & chogolisa Expedition
With a prominence of 2457m, Masherbrum is the 11th highest mountain in Pakistan and the 22nd highest mountain in the entire world. It is situated in the Baltistan region, which has the Central Karakoram's tallest peaks. The mountain rises directly south of the main central crest and is the highest peak in the Masherbrum Mountains, a Karakoram sub-range that also includes Chogolisa (7665m) and K6 (7281m).
Thomas Montgomerie named the mountain K1 when he initially discovered Masherbrum in 1856, but this designation is rarely used nowadays. There are two peaks on the massif. The main peak (North) is 7821 metres tall, while the southwest top is 7806 metres tall. While not being climbed by many, both have been. George Bell and Willi Unsoeld, two Americans, were the first to ascend the main summit by the SW face in 1960. They were a part of a Nick Clinch-led American-Pakistani expedition. A Polish team attempted to reach the SW summit in 1981, but their efforts were tragically cut short when two of the three summiteers perished while descending.
One of the most difficult mountains to climb above 7500m, Masherbrum has only had four successful ascents.
Climb Mashabrum & Chogolisa with Skardu Expeditions Tracks and Tours:
Avalanches and unpredictably bad weather are risks that mountaineers who love extreme adventures take in order to reach the top of Mashabrum & Chogolisa. The pyramid-shaped peak, which rises abruptly above the Karakorum Mountain range in Baltistan and is located high on the border between Pakistan and China, provides you with the chance to put your enthusiasm for and expertise in expeditions to the test.
Skardu Expeditions Tracks and Tours can assist you in turning your ambition of climbing Mashabrum & Chogolisainto a reality. If, then Mashabrum & Chogolisa 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 | Arrival in 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 | Urdukas – Goro |
| Day 12 | Urdukas – Goro |
| Day 13 | Trek to Chogolisa base camp |
| Day 14-37 | Reserved for climbing |
| Day 38 | Basecamp to Ali Camp |
| Day 39 | Trek to Shedcho |
| Day 40 | Shayechu – Hushe |
| Day 41 | Hushe – Skardu |
| Day 42 | Skardu – Islamabad or Chilas if no flight |
| Day 43 | Chilas–Islamabad |
| Day 44 | Free day in Islamabad |
| Day 45 | Transfer to airport for your return 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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