Gasherbrum I Expedition

YOUR DESIRED MOUNTAIN AWAITS

Introduction

Gasherbrum I Expedition registration is now open for 2025-26. Gasherbrum I is the 11th highest mountain in the world at 8,080 metres above sea level. It is located in the Karakoram mountain range of Gilgit–Baltistan, Pakistan.

Gasherbrum I Expedition takes you to the heart of the Karakoram mountain range in Pakistan. It combines the thrill of climbing a Karakoram peak in the glacial surroundings around Baltoro Glacier with the pleasure of touring the colourful valleys of Skardu, Shigar and Askole, which offer magnificent mountain scenery. Gasherbrum I Expedition offer glimpses of Trango Towers, Masherbrum, Mitre Peak, Chogolisa, Golden Throne, Broad Peak, K2, and the entire Baltoro Massif. Gasherbrum i is challenging and technically difficult at the lower level of ascent. The most common climbing route for Gasherbrum i is the North West Face.

Skardu is the Capital of Baltistan and the getaway to the mighty K2, Broad Peak, Masherbrum, Gasherbrum and many other famous Karakoram Peaks. In Skardu, trekkers and climber usually do their final purchasing for their mountaineering journeys.

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Our staff will meet you at the airport and then transfer you to the group hotel in Islamabad. The rest of the days are free to recover from your journey. Later in the day, we will have a group briefing about Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek.
Today, you will leave the purpose-built Capital City Islamabad behind and start your journey towards the North on the famous Karakoram Highway. You will pass through many lush green valleys and small towns to a luxury hotel in Naran or Chilas Town. Spend the night in Chilas. Chilas is a small town that is a getaway to Nanga Parbat and fairy meadows.
After breakfast, we continue our journey towards Fairy Meadows. We will reach the last village of the valley. After the Jeep ride, you will be hiking for 2-3 hours to reach Fairy Meadows. Arriving at The Fairy Meadow, we will spend the night in tents or comfortable log cabins with wood burners to keep us warm. The Fairy Meadows is the perfect place to chill out and unwind; watch the clouds dance past the mighty Nanga Parbat, the glacier snaking through the valley below, and explore the cool woods surrounding our log cabins. From Fairy Meadow, you can see the most beautiful mountain in Pakistan and the ninth-highest mountain in the world, Nanga Parbat.
Wake up to a breathtaking view of Nanga Parbat. Have breakfast and trek to Nanga Parbat base camp. After walking for kilo-meters after Fairy Meadows, you will arrive at Beyal Campsite, which is much quieter and has an even better view of Nanga Parbat than the previous camp. After Beyal, the trail gets tougher, although more rewarding. From an alpine forest, it becomes an arid but impressive landscape surrounded by snow and ice blocks.
After the night at the Nanga Parbat Base Camp, we will Trek back to Fairy Meadows. At Fairy Meadows, You can fill in your journals, sketch, paint, rest or take photographs of the Beautiful mountain at different times of the day. Sunrises, sunsets and full moons are amazing in fairy meadows.
We will return to Raikot Bridge, where we will pause for lunch before rejoining the Karakoram Highway and continuing the journey to Naran. On the way to Naran, we drive along the Indus River on the Karakoram Highway and cross the famous Babusar Pass. Naran is a nice small tourist town with nice hotels. We will have a Hot Shower and a real bed to sleep in tonight.
Today is a free day to explore the capital city of Pakistan, Islamabad. It is a purpose-built City built in 1961 as the new capital of Pakistan. The Marghala hills surround this lush green city. The main attraction is the Faisal Mosque, Marghala Hills, and the local Bazars. We will visit the Faisal mosque and local Markets in the morning, then head toward Marghala Hill in the afternoon. This attraction remains open seven days a week, 24 hours a. Parliament house and other main buildings can only be viewed from outside.

Services Included

  • All domestic flights and road transfers.
  • All hotel accommodation (twin sharing room).
  • All trekking accommodation during trek and at base camp.
  • All camping site and bridge fees.
  • Arrangement of Official Briefing/Debriefing.
  • Liaison with Ministry of Tourism for climbing permits.
  • Import/export permit assistance from Ministry of Tourism.
  • Cargo handling and storage in Skardu office.
  • Electricity generator.
  • Basic first aid medicine kit.
  • Satellite phone for emergencies.
  • D3V sleeping tent, Toilet Tent, Shower Tent, and store tent.
  • Kitchen equipment, crockery, cutlery, fuel, and related community gear.
  • Licensed professional guide.
  • Support staff (cook, assistant(s), etc.).

Services Excluded

  • International flight
  • Travel Insurance
  • Pakistan Visa Fees
  • Tips for local guides and support staff
  • Miscellaneous expenses
  • Souvenirs
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