Activities Welcome to Pakistan – Arrival in Islamabad (540m)
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- Itinerary
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Country
Pakistan
Duration
22 Days
Route
Via Skardu
Range
Karakoram
Trip Overview
- Duration: 20 Days
- Group Size: 1–10 People
- Tour Style: Fully Guided Trek & Tour
- Package Type: All-Inclusive (meals, permits, transport, staff support)
- Accommodation: Combination of Hotels (in cities) & Camping (during trek)
Introduction
The Great Karakorum Traverse is among the world's highest and longest walking routes. It travels through barren high plateaus, verdant valleys, and breathtaking scenery as it winds beneath the highest peaks in the world and stops at some of the world's most isolated settlements.
The trail travels nearly the whole length of Pakistan's Karakoram Range, from Skardu to Khaplu Valley, before continuing on past the Baltoro, Biafo, and Hispar Glaciers to Hunza and Gilgit.
Gondogoro La and the enormous Baltoro Glacier, which offers the most breathtaking mountain views in the world, can be reached following a multi-day walk through the Hushe Valley in the Karakoram.
Itinerary
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Activities Flight to Skardu (weather dependent) or drive to Chilas (12–13 hrs, 1200m)
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Activities Free day in Skardu for preparation and sightseeing
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Activities Drive from Skardu to Hushe (120 km)
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Activities Trek from Hushe to Saicho (9.3 km)
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Activities Trek from Saicho to Gondogoro (3.9 km)
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Activities Trek from Gondogoro to Hipsung (5–6 hrs)
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Activities Trek to Ali Camp (5.65 km)
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Activities Trek from Ali Camp to Concordia (5–6 hrs)
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Activities Free day in Concordia
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Activities Trek to Broad Peak & K2 Base Camps (4.8 km)
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Activities Trek from Concordia to Goro II (9.2 km)
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Activities Trek to Urdukas (5–6 hrs)
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Activities Urdukas to Paiju (15.9 km)
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Activities Trek from Paiju to Jhola (6–7 hrs)
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Activities Trek Jhola to Korofong (3–4 hrs)
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Activities Trek to Namla (6–7 hrs)
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Activities Trek to Shilonfon (6.7 km)
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Activities Trek from Shikonfon to Baintha (10.7 km)
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Activities Rest day and acclimatization in Baintha
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Activities Trek to Marfogoro (5–6 hrs)
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Activities Trek to Karpogoro (5–6 hrs)
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Activities Trek to Snow Lake Base Camp (11.6 km)
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Activities Trek to Hispar La (4.2 km)
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Activities Trek to Khani Bassa (14 km)
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Activities Khani Bassa to Jutmal (4–5 hrs)
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Activities Trek to Red Star (6–7 hrs)
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Activities Trek to Bitanmal (7.9 km)
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Activities Trek to Hispar Village (4–5 hrs)
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Activities Drive from Hispar Village to Karimabad
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Activities Drive from Karimabad to Naran
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Activities Drive to Islamabad
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Activities Debriefing and onward departure
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What’s Included
- Assist with the application procedure for a trekking permit in Islamabad (in cooperation with the Ministry of Tourism).
- The cost of a trekking permit, as stipulated by the Pakistani government.
- A visa invitation letter together with any supporting papers that may be required.
- Transfers by 4x4 Jeep: Skardu to Jhola to Skardu, then back via Hushe.
- Private road transportation from Islamabad to Skardu, or the other way around, will be available for two days if a flight is canceled, with one night spent traveling.
- Lodging in Skardu and Islamabad's hotels and guest homes.
- Sleeping arrangements include a mess/kitchen tent and a toilet tent for small parties. For larger groups, separate tables, chairs, dining tents, and mess tents are required.
- Kitchenware, fuel, crockery, and shared equipment.
- Local workers, including porters, cooks, guides, and assistants, receive compensation and a basic kit.
- Knowledgeable trekking guide who speaks English.
- Transportation and an English-speaking guide are included in the sightseeing package for Islamabad.
- Bridge & campsite fees, where applicable.
- Fee for Gondogoro La's rescue.
- Insurance for field workers and low-altitude porters (not including helicopter rescue).
- Airport transportation, parking costs, and toll taxes.
What’s Not Included
- International airfare, excess luggage fees, and airport taxes.
- Meals in Islamabad (aside from breakfasts at hotels).
- Helicopter rescue and evacuation fees are rather expensive in Pakistan; clients should have their own travel insurance that includes this coverage.
- Liability insurance: Theft, illness, accidents, and loss of personal property are not Expedition Pakistan's fault.
- Tipping porters and local staff.
- Any unforeseen costs resulting from landslides, natural catastrophes, political upheaval, canceled flights, or other external events.
- Anything not expressly mentioned in the "What's Included" section.
Fixed Dates
| Date | Status | Group Size | Action |
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22 days Start - 2025-06-20 End - 2025-07-09 |
Booking Open | 1-10 MAX | Inquire Now Book Now |
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