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Broad Peak Expedition 8047m - Grade 4D

Broad Peak Expedition

Broad Peak, a superb high altitude ascent with magnificent views of K2 and the Karakoram.

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Background
We have gained a reputation for success on 8000m peaks; much is to do with the strength of support we put in place. On Broad Peak and K2 we add considerable strength to our team by bringing in the support of our best Nepali Sherpa’s to work alongside our team of Pakistan high altitude porters.

Perhaps you have no ambition to climb K2. Broad Peak is attainable by the less technically skilled mountaineer who wants to climb in the shadow of K2, which is directly opposite.

Base Camp will be established on the medial moraine of the Goodwin-Austen Glacier at 4900m, followed by three further camps at higher intervals on the mountain. Attractive snow and rock scrambling weaves through the lower slopes onto the crest of the West Spur. Further up, our route hits the smooth lines of terrific glaciated slopes, with occasional ice walls to overcome above 7500m. A well defined ridge leads from the col at 7800m to the summit,with extensive views towards K2, only five miles away.

For this trip you should have previous experience of climbing to around 6800mand be technically competent to Scottish grade II/Alpine AD-.

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Level of support
Our experienced Expedition leader will be supported by some of our regular Nepali climbing Sherpas. This friendly staff will also include a team of Pakistan high altitude porters, who we work very well with. In addition, we are also supported by equally good cooks who all have high levels of hygiene and care. Climber to Sherpa ratio 2:1

What We ProvideExpedition GradesInsuranceMeetingsBook Now

   
Dates & Cost  
Broad Peak (44 days)  
Sat 14 Jun - Sun 27 Jul 08 £6100
Sat 19 Jul - Sun 31 Aug 08 £6100
   
Sat 13 Jun - Sun 26 Jul 09 £6250
Sat 18 Jul - Sun 30 Aug 09 £6250
   
Broad Peak & K2 Combined (84 days)  
Sat 14 Jun - Fri 29 Aug 08 £8950
Sat 13 Jun - Fri 28 Aug 09 £9450
   
Prices inclusive of International flights  
Adjustments/Extras  
No flight deduct £500
Oxygen from £700
   
Insurance  
Insurance on request
   
Outline Itinerary
Day 1
Fly UK to Islamabad
Day 2
Arrive Islamabad
Day 3
Final preparations
Day 4-5
Fly or Drive to Skardu
Day 6
At Leisure
Day 7
Drive to Askole
Day 8-14
Ascent of Baltoro Glacier to BC, 4900m
Day 15-37
Climb Broad Peak
Day 38-40
Return trek to Hushe, via Gondogoro La (or join K2 expedition)
Day 41
Drive to Skardu
Day 42-43
Fly or Drive to Islamabad
Day 44
Return flight
 

 

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