Duration:

24 Days

Availability:

May to September

Pickup:

Islamabad Airport

Destination:

Hushe Valley

Min Age:

18+

Description
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Tour Plan
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Tour Details

The trip will take you to the trekking peak in the Shigar Valley.The name Khoser Gung in the Balti language means Ice Pumpkin. The glacier feeds the part of Shigar Valley situated on the left bank of Braldu River.

Many supernatural myths and fairy tales are associated with the peaks by the local people. Technically it is an easy climb. However, crossing the ice which is mixed with little rocks presents intermediate difficulties. Ideal time for the expedition is July to August that can be extended upto mid-September depending on weather conditions. Khosar Gang Peak (6400m).

The expedition is ideal for new climbers, mountain enthusiasts, or those preparing for higher 7000–8000 m peaks like Spantik, Broad Peak, or Gasherbrum II.

📊 Fact Sheet

Category Details
Altitude 6,400 m
Best Season June – September
Distance of Trek Approx. 60–70 km
Trek Standard Moderate to Challenging
Start Trek Shigar Valley
Finish Trek Shigar Valley / Skardu
Camp Nights 10–12 approx.
Hotel Nights 3–4 approx.
Duration 24 days
Zone Open
Range Karakoram
Mode of Travel Jeep + Trekking

Included/Excluded

  • Hotel accommodation in Islamabad & Skardu (twin sharing basis).
  • Camping accommodation during the expedition (2-person tents).
  • All meals during the trek & climb: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with hot drinks.
  • Dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent & mess equipment.
  • Airport transfers (arrival & departure).
  • Peak climbing permit
  • Experienced English-speaking mountain guide.
  • Professional high-altitude porters or HAPs.
  • International flight to/from Islamabad.
  • Personal climbing equipment:
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Extra hotel nights in Islamabad or Skardu due to: Flight cancellations, Road delays, Weather conditions, Personal reasons
  • Lunch & dinner in Islamabad & Skardu (except included breakfasts).
  • Traditional summit bonus for porters & guides (customary in Baltistan).
  • Personal porter above weight limits
  • Satellite phone usage

Tour Plan

Day 01: Arrival in Islamabad
  • Meet and greet at airport

  • Hotel transfer

  • Expedition briefing & gear check

  • Overnight in Islamabad

Day 02: Skardu/Chilas or Fly to Skardu
    • Morning domestic flight to Skardu (weather dependent)

    • If flight operates → transfer to hotel & rest

    • If flight is cancelled:

      • Drive to Chilas (12–14 hours, 480 km) via Karakoram Highway

      • Overnight at hotel

Day 03: Chilas/Skardu or Day Free at Skardu
  • If traveling by road:

    • Complete drive from Chilas to Skardu (7–8 hours, 275 km)

  • If already in Skardu:

    • Free day for rest, sightseeing & preparation

  • Overnight in Skardu

Day 04–05: Drive to Koshumal and Trek to Base Camp
  • 4×4 Jeep drive from Skardu → Koshumal

  • Meet local porters & begin trek

  • Trek through meadows and glacier approaches

  • Arrive at Khosar Gang Base Camp (BC)

  • Establish camp & prepare climbing loads

  • Overnight in tents

Day 06–20: 15 Days for Acclimatization and Climbing
  • During these days, the team will:

    • Conduct acclimatization hikes

    • Make load ferries to Camp 1 and Camp 2

    • Establish Camp 1 (~4,800 m)

    • Establish Camp 2 (~5,200 m)

    • Identify and fix ropes on steep sections

    • Monitor weather & prepare for summit push

    • Attempt Summit of Khosar Gang Peak (6046–6400 m)

    • Descend back to Base Camp after summit

    • These days are flexible to allow for:

      • Weather windows

      • Rest & recovery

      • Safety considerations

Day 21: Trek Back to Koshumal and Drive to Skardu
  • Pack Base Camp equipment

  • Trek down to Koshumal

  • Board jeeps for drive back to Skardu

  • Hot shower, rest & overnight at hotel

Day 22: Islamabad/Chilas or Fly to Islamabad
  • Morning flight Skardu → Islamabad (weather permitting)

  • If flight cancelled:

    • Drive back to Chilas

    • Overnight at hotel

Day 23: Rest Day in Islamabad
  • For those who reached by flight → Free day in Islamabad

  • For those driving:

    • Complete road journey Chilas → Islamabad

    • Overnight at hotel

Day 24: Fly Out
  • Transfer to Islamabad International Airport

  • Farewell & end of services

  • Fly home with unforgettable memories of Khosar Gang Peak

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