The village of Hushe is the last village where jeep road ends. It is 140km east of Skardu and the starting point for expeditions and trekking to various summer pastures and five glaciers. Following the Charakusa River and passing through Shepherd’s summer camp and the junction of the Gondogoro and Charakusa Rivers, we will cross a wooden bridge to reach Shaieshcho, which is a large shepherd’s settlement with a Mosque. The next day we will trek to Dalzampa, which means “field of flowers”. It is a beautiful campsite at about 4150m, which lies between two lakes with Masherbrum Mountain and the white glacier cascading down from Masherbrum Pass reflecting in the still water.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 5,750 m |
| Best Season | June – September |
| Distance of Trek | 60–70 km round trip approx. |
| Trek Standard | Moderate to Strenuous (High-altitude trek & technical peak) |
| Start Trek | Hushe Village (last motorable village, 140 km east of Skardu) |
| Finish Trek | Hushe → Skardu |
| Camp Nights | 8–10 nights approx. |
| Hotel Nights | 3–4 nights |
| Duration | 14 days |
| Zone | Open Zone (No government royalty) |
| Range | Karakoram |
| Mode of Travel | Jeep + Trekking + Peak Climbing |
| Difficulty | Requires good fitness, prior trekking experience recommended |
Transfer from airport to hotel
Briefing and rest
Overnight at hotel
Option of road journey or domestic flight
Overnight at hotel
If driving, complete Skardu arrival
Free day to relax and prepare
Overnight at hotel
Jeep ride from Skardu to Hushe
Scenic drive along Hushe Valley
Overnight in camp
Begin trek along Charakusa River
Pass Shaieshcho settlement
Overnight in tents at Saitcho
Trek to Dalzagpa (~4,150 m)
Set camp between alpine lakes
Stunning views of Masherbrum Mountain
Overnight in camp
Continue along moraine and glacier trail
Camp setup at base of Ghondogoro Peak
Overnight in tents
Summit attempt (technical snow slopes & glacier navigation)
Return to Base Camp for overnight
Reserved summit day in case of weather delays
Overnight at Base Camp
Descend along the same route
Overnight at camp
Finish trek to Hushe village
Jeep ride back to Skardu
Overnight at hotel
Domestic flight to Islamabad (weather dependent)
If flight cancelled → drive to Chilas
Overnight at hotel
Complete road journey if driving
Rest day and sightseeing optional
Overnight at hotel
Transfer to Islamabad airport
Departure
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