12 days tour

Charakusa (K7) Basecamp Trek

$ 2,525 .00 USD

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Charakusa (K7) Basecamp Trek

This tour includes:

Transport

Airport transfers (on the first and last day in Islamabad) All land transport involved in the itinerary Internal flights and associated airport transfers.

Accommodation

The group will spend three nights in Islamabad during the holidays at an excellent standard hotel. The group will also spend two nights in a tourist-class hotel in Skardu and one night in Hushe. Accommodation at each of these hotels is twin-sharing with en-suite facilities. Whilst on the trek, five nights will be spent camping in a comfy two-person alpine tent. If you are travelling by yourself, you will be paired with another single client of the same sex. It is possible to hire a single tent while on a trek for an additional cost. Additional hotel nights in Islamabad are also available. In case of flight cancellation, the group will be accommodated in a tourist-class hotel (the best available option) on the way. Rooms will be twin sharing basis, and the single room will be available at a supplementary cost.

Others

Sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary Implementation of all sustainable tourism protocols All entry tickets (forts, parks if any in the itinerary)

Meals

All meals throughout the holidays

Flights

Skardu airport is weather-depended. Since high mountains surround the valley, the plans only land here in good visibility. The plans do fly more than not, but cancellations can occur, and in these circumstances, we will travel by road.

Guide

Licensed professional local guide

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Others

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Itinerary of your trip Charakusa (K7) Basecamp Trek

  • Day 1 Islamabad Arrival
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Islamabad Arrival

      Arrive at Islamabad International airport and transfer to the hotel. Participants will enjoy leisure time to relax and recover from the journey on this day.


      Accommodation: Hotel

      Altitude: 540 m

      Driving duration: 40mins

      Meals included: Lunch and Dinner

  • Day 2 Islamabad-Skardu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Islamabad-Skardu

      Fly from Islamabad airport to Skardu (1-hour scenic flight). Free day for sightseeing and necessary purchasing from Skardu Bazar. We will visit Manthal Rock Budha, Kharpocho fort, Organic village and Skardu Bazar.

      Or In case of flight cancellation due to weather, drive from Islamabad via Karakoram Highway with short stops at various touristic spots. 


      Accommodation: Hotel

      Altitude: 2250m/7380 ft

      Meals included: Lunch and dinner

      Driving duration: 2 hours

  • Day 3 Skardu-Hushe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Skardu-Hushe

      After breakfast at hotel, we will leave the last inhabited village of Hushe & trek to Saitcho campsite (3400m). An easy and short trek with free time in the afternoon for natural exploration.


      Accommodation: Full service camping

      Altitude: 3400 m

      Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

      Hiking Mileage: 9.5 km/5.9 miles

      Hiking Elevation gain: 450 m/ 1476 ft.

      Activity duration: 4 hours

  • Day 4 Hushe-Saitcho
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hushe-Saitcho

      After breakfast at hotel, we will leave the last inhabited village of Hushe & trek to Saitcho campsite (3400m). An easy and short trek with free time in the afternoon for natural exploration.


      Accommodation: Full service camping

      Altitude: 3400 m

      Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

      Hiking Mileage: 9.5 km/5.9 miles

      Hiking Elevation gain: 450 m/ 1476 ft.

      Activity duration: 4 hours

  • Day 5 Saitcho-Spangser
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Saitcho-Spangser

      After breakfast at campsite, trek to Spangsar (3850m). Today we will traverse through the Wali Changkhalil and cross the Charakusa glacier.


      Accommodation: Full service camping

      Altitude: 3850m/ 12628 ft.

      Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

      Hiking Mileage: 7km/ 4.4 miles

      Hiking Elevation Gain: 520 m/ 1705 ft.

      Activity duration: 4-5 hours

  • Day 6 Spangser-K7 Basecamp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Spangser-K7 Basecamp

      Down onto the glacier, our path follows the center of the ice river, sometimes walking on moraine and sometimes on snow and ice. We get our first views of the K-7 and the stunning spire of Nayser Brakk. 


      Accommodation: Full service camping

      Altitude: 4350 m/ 14270 ft.

      Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

      Hiking Mileage: 7 km/4.4 miles

      Hiking Elevation Gain: 500m/1640 ft.

      Activity Duration: 4 hours

  • Day 7 K7 Basecamp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      K7 Basecamp

      Free Day at K7 Base Camp (4550m) to explore the area. You can enjoy the splendid view of K-7 and many other peaks.


      Accommodation: Full service camping

      Altitude: 4350m/14270 ft.

      Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • Day 8 K7 Basecamp-Saitcho
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      K7 Basecamp-Saitcho

      Trek back to Saitcho (3400m) from K-7 Base Camp.


      Accommodation: Full service camping

      Altitude: 3400m/11150 ft.

      Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

      Hiking Mileage: 13.5 km/ 8.4 miles

      Hiking Elevation loss:  950 m/3116 ft.

      Activity Duration: 6 hours

  • Day 9 Siatcho-Hushe-Shigar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Siatcho-Hushe-Shigar

      Trek back from Saitcho to Hushe and then drive to Shigar valley for overnight stay. Check into the hotel in Shigar and have free time in the afternoon. A visit to Shigar fort and fort museum in the late afternoon.


      Accommodation: Hotel

      Altitude: 2300m/7544 ft.

      Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

      Hiking Mileage: 9.5km/5.9miles

      Hiking Elevation loss: 450 m/1476 ft.

      Activity duration: 4 hours

  • Day 10 Shigar-Skardu-Islamabad
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Shigar-Skardu-Islamabad

      Drive from Shigar to Skardu airport (1 hour) and fly to Islamabad (1 hour). Transfer to hotel and sightseeing after lunch.


      Accommodation: Hotel

      Altitude: 540 m

      Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

      Driving duration: 1 hour

  • Day 11 Contingency In Case Of Delays
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Contingency In Case Of Delays

      If we cannot fly due to the weather, we will travel down to Islamabad by road. If we fly from Skardu to Islamabad, there are plenty of sightseeing & cultural attractions in the capital region. The leader will advise on the options available, e.g. day excursion to the Taxila museum and archaeological sites or a visit to the famous Raja Bazar.


      Accommodation: Hotel

      Meal included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

      Altitude: 540 m

  • Day 12 Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure

      After breakfast, transfer from the hotel to the airport for international flights.


      Altitude: 540 m

      Meals included: Breakfast

      Driving duration: 40 mins

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 60

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