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Badal Peak is an impressive mountain located in the Karakoram Range of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. It stands at an elevation of approximately 6,285 meters (20,618 feet) and is part of the Shyok Valley region. Badal Peak is relatively lesser-known compared to some of the iconic giants in the Karakoram, but it offers a beautiful and challenging climbing experience for mountaineers looking for a remote and technical ascent. Badal Peak is a non-technical yet demanding peak, suitable for experienced mountaineers who have good skills in rock climbing, ice climbing, and glacier navigation. The peak is considered challenging due to its steep faces, rocky terrain, and glaciers, which require both technical skills and physical endurance.
Itinerary
• Arrive in Skardu via flight or jeep from Islamabad. • Rest and acclimatize in Skardu. • Briefing about the expedition and preparation.
• Travel by jeep from Skardu to Shyok Valley (approx. 6-7 hours). • Set up base camp in the valley.
• Begin the trek from Shyok Valley to Badal Peak Base Camp. • The trek typically takes 3-4 days, depending on weather and terrain. • Set up Base Camp near the glacier and rest for acclimatization.
• Spend a few days at Base Camp for acclimatization. • Explore surrounding areas, do day hikes, and check climbing gear.
• Begin climbing toward Camp 1, situated at around 5,300 meters. • The climb involves glacier travel and rock sections. • Set up Camp 1 and rest for the night.
• Continue the ascent to Camp 2, located around 5,800 meters. • The climb becomes more technical with steep rock faces and mixed climbing. • Set up Camp 2 for acclimatization.
• From Camp 2, make the final push to the summit of Badal Peak. • The summit climb involves navigating technical rock and ice sections. • Reach the summit and enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the Karakoram Range.
• After summiting, descend back to Base Camp. • Rest at Base Camp after the descent.
• Begin the trek back from Base Camp to Shyok Valley. • Return to Skardu by jeep.
• Depart from Skardu to Islamabad or onward destinations.
Services
| Lodging at base camp (single supplement) |
| Full base camp with dinning tent, bathroom, showers & solar charge |
| All internal/domestic transport |
| All domestic flights |
| 50kgs (110 lbs) personal baggage |
| All meals during trek and at base camp (B,L,D) |
| Group emergency equipment/satellite phone service with fixed calling charge |
| Two nights stay in Islamabad hotel on arrival and two on return (bed & breakfast only) |
| Staff insurance (guide, cook, kitchen staff, assistant(s) & porters etc) |
| Experienced cook from Pakistan |
| Kitchen staff |
| Porters for all expedition supplies |
| Solar power at base camp |
| Electricity generator (backup for high voltage devices) |
| International airfare |
| Permit/royalty fee according to number of persons |
| Personal climbing equipment, clothing & sleeping equipment |
| Group climbing gear (rope, ice crew, snow bar, EPI gas, cooking pots and others) |
| Mountain climbing rescue and evacuation insurance policy - mandatory |
| Lodging and meals above base camp |
| Any service above base camp |
| Communication radio (walkie talkie) |
| Weather reports |
| Personal equipment cargo to/from Islamabad |
| Pakistan visa fee |
| Tips/gratuities to staff, cook, assistant(s) of US$ 250 per person in total |
| Meals in Islamabad |
| Extra hotel nights after the climb |
| Trip cancellation insurance |
| All expenses incurred in the event of early wind-up/summit (extra hotel nights, meals at hotels, evacuation) |
| Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail) between Pakistan and home country. |
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Muhammad Ishaq
CEOI am a professional mountaineer and expert mountain guide in the Karakoram Range. In addition to my guiding work, I have recently opened a climbing training center in Huahe Valley, where I aim to share my knowledge and experience with aspiring climbers and adventurers.
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