Gasherbrum II the most attainable 8000m in the Karakoram.
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 Gasherbrum,
Broad Peak and K2 we add considerable
strength to our team by bringing in the
support of our best Nepali Sherpas to work
alongside our team of Pakistan high altitude
porters.
GasherbrumII is the least difficult of the
Karakoram’s 8000m Peaks and provides a good
introduction to the world of extreme high
altitude mountaineering combined with one of
the best treks in the world. The route is
objectively safe with technical difficulties of, at
most, Alpine AD- on some sections.
For this trip you should have previous
experience of climbing to around 6800m
and be technically competent to Scottish
grade II/Alpine AD-.
Level
of support
Our experienced Expedition leader will be
supported by some of our regular Nepali
climbing Sherpas. The friendly staff will also
include a team of Pakistan high altitude
porters, who we work very well with. In
addition, we are supported by good cooks
who all adhere to high levels of hygiene and
care. Climber to Sherpa ratio 2:1
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
15-41 |
Climb
Gasherbrum II |
Day
42-44 |
Return
Trek to Hushe, via Gondogoro La
or join our K2 expedition |
Day
45 |
Drive
to Skardu |
Day
46-47 |
Fly
or Drive to Islamabad |
Day
48 |
Return
flight |
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