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Hushe Masherbrum Base Camp Trek: A Journey to Majesty The Hushe Masherbrum Base Camp Trek is an adventure like no other, offering trekkers a chance to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of the Karakoram Range. Nestled in the heart of the Hushe Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, this trek takes you on a journey through rugged terrain, pristine landscapes, and towering peaks. Trekking Route The trek begins in the picturesque village of Hushe, known for its warm hospitality and rich culture. From here, trekkers traverse along ancient trails, passing through lush green valleys, cascading waterfalls, and quaint mountain villages. As you ascend higher into the mountains, the landscape transforms, revealing sweeping vistas of snow-capped peaks and glaciated valleys. Masherbrum Base Camp The highlight of the trek is reaching the Masherbrum Base Camp, situated at the foot of the majestic Masherbrum Peak (also known as K1). Standing at an impressive height of 7,821 meters, Masherbrum is one of the most iconic peaks in the Karakoram Range. The base camp offers a mesmerizing view of the towering peak, surrounded by jagged ridges and glaciers. Best Time to Trek The best time to embark on the Hushe Masherbrum Base Camp Trek is during the summer months, from June to September. During this time, the weather is favorable, and the trails are free from snow, allowing for a comfortable and enjoyable trekking experience.
Itinerary
Welcome at Islamabad airport, and transfer to hotel. Afternoon proceed for city tour of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, which includes famous Faisal Mosque, Shakar Parian, Pakistan monument, Damen Koh, Lok Versa, Museum, Rawalpindi old bazaar, Raja Bazaar.
Today we take the short but spectacular flight to Skardu one hour. Afternoon is free to explore Skardu town. Note: If our flight is cancelled due to bad weather, we will start the drive to Chilas via Babusar Pass 4,173 m, 461 km.
Free/preparation day in Skardu. Today we enjoy a free day in Skardu where we can visit the Bazaar and Khurpucho Fort. Note: If our flight canceled on day 2, we will spend 8-9 hours driving from Chilas to Skardu along with Indus River.
Drive to Hushe by jeeps via 6-7 hours 120 km. Hushe is starting point of our trek. It is a spectacular drive from Skardu to Hushe. The jeep road crosses the Shyok River and passes the villages of Khaplu, Macholo, Kanday and Khane.
Trek from Hushe village to Barbisan 3-4 hours, 6.9 km.
Trek from Parbisan to Brumbrama 3-4 hours 4.1 km.
Trek from Brumbrama to Masherbrum base camp 3-4 hours.
Free day in Masherbrum base camp for local exploration
Trek back to Brumbrama 4 hours.
Trek from Brumbrama to Hsuhe village.
Drive back to Skardu 6-7 hours.
We fly back to Islamabad. Afternoon is free for exploring. Note: If our flight is cancelled due to bad weather, we will start the drive to Islamabad travelling for 9 hrs along with Indus River to reach Chilas.
Enjoy a free day in Islamabad for exploring, sightseeing and shopping. Note: If our flight on day 12 cancelled we will spend 11-12 hours driving from Chilas to Islamabad via Babusar Pass 4173 m.
Transfer to Islamabad airport for international flight
Services
| Airport transfers (on the first and last day in Islamabad) |
| All land transport involved in the itinerary |
| Internal fights and associated airport transfers |
| All hotel accommodations (twin sharing) |
| All meals throughout the holidays |
| Licensed professional local guides |
| Sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary |
| Implementation of all sustainable tourism protocols |
| NOC/Trekking Permits/national park permit fees |
| All entry tickets (forts, parks) |
| Up to 15kg of porter services per person |
| Access to the group satellite communication |
| Travel Insurance |
| Pakistan Visa (and supporting documents) |
| International airfare |
| Personal equipment (clothes, boots etc.) |
| Tips for guiding and supporting staff |
| Miscellaneous expenses – drinks and souvenirs etc. |
| Extra expenses due to unforeseen events such as natural disaster, roadblocks or health conditions of a fellow traveller |
| Personal expenses and tips |
| Any items not specifically mentioned as included in the programme |
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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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