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Gondoghoro Peak 5650 m presents the perfect challenge for the accomplished trekkers or hill walkers seeking a first Himalayan Summit, as it is located in the heart of Karakoram and offers an ascent with little in the way of technical difficulty for objective danger. From the top of Gondoghoro peak the spectacular view of Masherbrum, Chogolisa, Hidden peak, Trinity peak, Laila peak and the Gondoghoro glacier can be viewed.
Itinerary
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Day 1: ISLAMABAD
Arrival in Islamabad, overnight in hotel.
Day 2: SKARDU
Flight or drive to Skardu, overnight in hotel.
Day 3: SKARDU
Reserve day for the road journey, in case the flight is cancelled.
Day 4: SKARDU TO HUSHE
After breakfast depart for the beautiful valley of Khaplu which lies at the banks of River Shyok. Travelling amidst towering barren mountains and green valleys we arrive at the lovely village of Khaplu (2562 m). After a small break at Khaplu we continue our journey towards Hushe via. Right after Khaplu we will cross the Shyok River and enter the Hushe valley. Hushe, the last village up the valley, is about 140 kilometers east of Skardu and is the starting point for treks to various summer pastures up five glaciers. Overnight at Hushe village.
Day 5: HUSHE TO SAICHO
Here we hire porters and start our trek to Saicho. It is an easy 4-hours walk to the beautiful campsite on the junction of Gondoghoro and Charakusa Glaciers. From here we can have an extraordinary view of K6, K7, Namika and numerous peaks around us. Overnight in camp.
DAY 6: SAICHO TO BASE CAMP
Early morning starts from Saicho towards Ghondoghoro peak base camp. Walking the upper ridges of the Ghondoghoro glacier to the base camp, there are close-ups of many incredibly beautiful 6,000 metre plus peaks, with perhaps the most striking being, “Laila peak”
DAY 7: CLIMBING
The Ghondoghoro peak is a comparatively easy climb of six to eight hours up and three hours down. No. permit is needed, but it is recommended only for those with some climbing experience, as crampons and ice axes are essential. Set off at 1 am in order to back before 10 am. When the snow gets too soft. From the top are views of Masherbrum, Gasherbrum 1 (Hidden Peak), Chogolisa, part of Broad Peak, Mitre Peak and Gasherbrum IV.
DAY 8: FREE DAY
Free day to rest and explore the area. In case of bad weather on the previous day use this day for climbing to the summit.
DAY 21: BASE CAMP TO SAICHO
Trek back to Saicho
DAY 22: SHAICHO TO KHAPLU VIA HUSHE
Return via same route to Hushe and reach Khaplu. Khaplu is beautifully situated, spread across a wild alluvial fan, which slopes steeply down from an amphitheater of the mountain to the south. Distance 2 to 3 hrs.
DAY 23: KHAPLU TO SKARDU
Return via same route to Skardu. Overnight at Skardu
DAY 24: SKARDU TO RAWALPINIDI OR CHILAS
Early in the morning fly to Islamabad, if unable to fly same day drive to Chilas. Overnight hotel.
DAY 25: CHILAS TO RAWALPINDI
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel in Rawalpindi. Evening sightseeing. If unable to fly on day 25th. This day will be use to transfer from Skardu to Islamabad by road.
DAY 26: RAWALPINI TO ONWARDS
De-briefing at Ministry of Tourism Islamabad. Evening transfer to airport for your onward flight to abroad.
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