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Broad Peak Summer Expedition

8,047m — The 12th highest mountain on earth. Part of the Gasherbrum Massif, neighboring K2 along the Baltoro Glacier.

Overview

Locally named as Faichan Kangri, Broad Peak stands at an altitude of 8,047m above sea level making it the 12th highest mountain on earth. Part of the Gasherbrum Massif, Broad Peak is about 8kms away from K2 and neighbors three 8000ers along the Baltoro Glacier. The base of the mountain is about 1.5kms long thereby getting it the name Broad Peak.

The first attempt to scale the mountain was made in 1954 by Germans led by Dr. Karl Herligkoffer via the SW side but failed due to extreme conditions. The first successful ascent was made in 1957 by a German-Austrian expedition led by Marcus Schmuck, including climbing legends Hermann Buhl (first summit of Nanga Parbat), Fritz Wintersteller, and Kurt Diemberger.

Broad Peak was scaled for the first time in winters in 2013 by a Polish team led by Krzysztof Wielicki. Broad Peak is essentially a mix climbing affair and the West Face offers the easiest route to the top, often taken by most climbing expeditions.

Quick Facts

  • Elevation: 8,047 m
  • Prominence: 1,701 m
  • First Ascent: June 8, 1957
  • First Ascenders: Hermann Buhl, Fritz Wintersteller, Kurt Diemberger, Marcus Schmuck
  • Duration: 50 Days
  • Ideal Time: Mid June – End August
  • Royalty Fee: USD 9,500 (7-member expedition)
  • Application: 3 months in advance

Expedition Itinerary

50-day expedition — from Islamabad to the summit of Broad Peak.

Day 1

Arrival in Islamabad

Airport Transfer • Overnight stay in Islamabad (3-star)

Day 2

Free Day in Islamabad

Rest and preparation • Overnight Stay in Islamabad (3-star)

Day 3

Flight to Skardu

Airport Transfer • Flight to Skardu (or road via Chilas 24hrs) • Hotel Check-in (3-star) • Overnight in Skardu

Day 4

Briefing & Preparations

Briefing at Alpine Club of Pakistan • Shopping/Grocery/Supplies/NOC's • Overnight in Hotel (3-star)

Day 5

Skardu to Askoli

4×4 Jeeps • Night in camps • Max Altitude: 3,050m • Duration: 7-8 hours

Day 6

Askole to Jhola

Night in camps • Max Altitude: 3,220m • Trek duration: 7-8 hours

Day 7

Jhola to Paiyu

Night in camps • Max Altitude: 3,400m • Trek duration: 8-9 hours

Day 8

Paiyu to Khoburse

Night in camps • Max Altitude: 3,800m • Trek duration: 8-9 hours

Day 9

Khoburse to Goro-1

Night in camps • Max Altitude: 4,200m • Trek duration: 8-9 hours

Day 10

Goro-1 to Broad Peak Base Camp

Overnight in tents • Max Altitude: 5,400m • Trek duration: 10-12 hours

Day 11-41

Acclimatization & Climbing

Designated 30 days for acclimatization and climbing. Rotations, rest, and summit push.

Day 42-47

Trek Back to Askoli

05 days trekking back via Askoli or Gondogoro La (optional)

Day 48

Askoli/Hushe to Skardu

4×4 Jeeps • Night in Hotel (3-star) • Duration: 6-7 hours

Day 49

Skardu to Islamabad

De-briefing at Alpine Club • Flight to Islamabad • Overnight stay (3-star)

Day 50

Fly Out

Departure from Islamabad — end of expedition

Services / Cost Includes

  • All necessary paperwork including Climbing Permit, Visa Invitation Letter
  • Facilitation in payment of royalty fee and peak allocation
  • Coordination with Ministry of Tourism
  • Briefing/debriefing with Alpine Club of Pakistan
  • Facilitation in Import/Export of Cargo and storage
  • Insurance for Porters • Equipment/rations/insurance for Liaison Officer
  • All meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) — Continental/Desi options
  • Air-conditioned luxury Coaster (All road travel)
  • 4×4 Jeeps (Willeys, Toyota FJ40 etc)
  • All hotel accommodation (double/triple sharing)
  • All camping (double/triple sharing Dome Tents)
  • On-board snacks and drinks during long travels
  • Porterage of up to 50kgs per expedition member
  • Mattresses • Kitchen utensils • Kerosene stove with kerosene
  • Mess Tent • Toilet Tents and toiletries • Mess Table and chairs
  • Generator with fuel • Supplies: groceries, fruits, vegetables, meat
  • Porters/cooks/helpers • Licensed Tour Guide
  • High Altitude Porters (HAPs) and climbers for crossing GGLA
  • Basic First aid • Toll taxes/GGLA crossing charges/NOC
  • Camping fee/Environment fee/Permits/other taxes
  • All transportation from and to Islamabad Airport
  • Satellite phone for incoming & outgoing on payment

Services Not Included

  • Air tickets (International)
  • Visa fee
  • Deposit for Heli Rescue
  • LO daily allowance/equipment (if any)/insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal clothing
  • Extra refreshments apart from itinerary
  • Laundry
  • Rescue/evacuation

Terms & Conditions

Registration & Payment

  • • • All provisional reservations must reach us in writing well in advance
  • • • USD 300/= per pax advance payment required for confirmation
  • • • Scan/copy of passport along with two passport size photographs required

Payment Details

Account Title: Pakistan Explorer

A/c #: 001005077804

Branch Code: 0131

IBAN: PK75ALFH0131001005077804

Bank: Bank Alfalah F-10 Markaz, Islamabad

Licensing

Pakistan Explorer is a registered Travel company bearing National Taxation Number (NTN: 7187922-0) and is registered with Ministry of Tourism, Department of Tourist Services (DTS: 2117), providing complete assistance to tourists and climbing expeditions from across the world.

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