Gasherbrum II Expedition

Gasherbrum II Expedition

The mighty Gasherbrum II — a climber’s ultimate test.

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Expedition Overview

Mount Gasherbrum II, standing at 8,035 meters, is the 13th-highest peak in the world, located in the remote Karakoram range on the Pakistan-China border. Known for its striking pyramid shape and challenging climbing routes, it presents technical ice and snow climbs that test even experienced high-altitude mountaineers. Despite being slightly less dangerous than its neighbor Gasherbrum I, Gasherbrum II offers a demanding and rewarding expedition with stunning glacial landscapes and a sense of isolation rarely found on the world’s tallest peaks.

Detailed Itinerary

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Day Program Meals Accommodation
1 Arrival in Islamabad & Transfer to the Hotel Breakfast Hotel
2 Expedition briefing & permits Breakfast Hotel
3 Fly to Skardu(2,228m) Breakfast Hotel
4 Rest & preparation in Skardu Breakfast Hotel
5 Drive to Askole B/L/D Tent
6 Trek to Jhola B/L/D Tent
7 Trek to Paiju B/L/D Tent
8 Trek to Kharburche (Trango tower base camp) (4000m) B/L/D Tent
9 Trek to Urdukas B/L/D Tent
10 Trek to Goro II B/L/D Tent
11 Trek to Shama Camp (4530) B/L/D Tent
12 Reach Gasherbrum 2 Base Camp (5,050 m) B/L/D Tent
13 - 28 Rotate from Basecamp through Camp I, Camp II, and Camp III, then return to Basecamp. B/L/D Tent
29 - 36 Climb from Base Camp to Gasherbrum II Summit (8,035m) and descend back to Base Camp. B/L/D Tent
37 Trek from Basecamp to Ali Camp (5010 m) B/L/D Tent
38 Trek to Shaicho (3335 M) via Gondogora La Pass (5584 M ) B/L/D Tent
39 Trek to Hushe (3050 M ) & Drive to Skardu B/L Hotel
40 Rest /Buffer day at Skardu Breakfast Hotel
41 Fly to Islamabad Breakfast Hotel
42 Final departure / buffer day Breakfast ...

Services

Includes

Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle.

2 nights hotel in ISLAMABAD (4-star category) - single room on bed and breakfast plan.

One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in ISLAMABAD with Office Staff.

Assistance for cargo clearance in Pakistan’s Customs, clearance cost is subject to a charge.

Expedition Royalty and a permit fee of the PAKISTAN Government to climb Mt. G 2, for members and Sherpa.

1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment, salary, and accommodation.

Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit fees.

Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese / Pakistani staff during the trek and expedition.

Trekking and climbing map.

One AltiPro Adventueres Duffle Bag.

(Domestic Flight) Fly from Islamabad to Skardu and while returning from Skardu to Islamabad, as per itinerary, along with one guide. - LAND TRANSPORTATION (MEMBERS): Drive by jeep Skardu to Askole and on returning Askole to Skardu. - LAND TRANSPORTATION (STAFF): Islamabad to Askole via Skardu (by bus/jeep) for all climbing Sherpas and expeditions staff. (Members and staff will meet each other in Skardu)

All necessary expedition equipment transportation for all Members and Staff from Nepal to Pakistan (by air cargo) – Islamabad to Askole (by truck/jeep) and Base camp (by Porters/mules) – While returning: Base camp to Askole (by porters/mules) and Askole to Islamabad (by Truck/jeep). Based on the condition, different transportation variants may adopt.

Up to 60 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek to be carried by porters or Mules.

3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/TENT during the trek and at the Basecamp. Hygienic vegetables, meat, fruits, soft drinks, and juice will be served during the entire expedition. Well-managed base camp set up for members & Staff.

All necessary logistic arrangements for Camping during the trek.

Porters per member up to the basecamp and from the basecamp (both ways).

Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required.

1 Nepalese and 1 Pakistani well-trained cook for the team.

All Nepalese staff & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing.

Each member will have an individual box tent in Base Camp.

Single Tent, foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, 1 Staffs Tent, 1 Tent for Nepalese base camp staff, Store tent, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gears.

Heater at base camp in each Dining and other necessary camps.

1 Solar panel and Generator for lights at base camp, FOR battery charges, laptop, and other electronic devices.

Oxygen, Mask Regulator, Ice wall, and Ladder training at basecamp by UIAGM Guide.

1 veteran and government-licensed climbing Sherpa per member (1 Member: 1 Sherpa), during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back, and on each rotation.

Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps.

Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.

Summit Oxygen cylinder: 3 oxygen bottles (4 liters) for each member and 2 oxygen bottles for each high-altitude Sherpa.

1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks & regulator for each member and high-altitude Sherpa.

BACK UP Oxygen Cylinder, mask, and regulator (SUBJECT TO A CHARGE).

High Altitude Tent, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for a member, Sherpa, and other crews at (C1) (C2), and (C3). Group climbing gears, fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.

Members will share tents in high camps (2 members: 1 tent).

The team of experienced Sherpas (including personal Sherpa) will fix the route to the summit of G 2 (no extra charge will be applied to members).

Satellite Phone for emergency communication carried by Sherpa, also available for members (SUBJECT TO A CHARGE).

Walkie–Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.

Satellite Phone/walkie-talkie permit for all members and staff.

Weather forecast report regularly from Meteotest, Bern (Switzerland) during the entire

Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff.

G 2 climbing certificate issued by PAKISTANI ALPINE CLUB (after climbing Mt. G 2 successfully).

Excludes

International flight airfare (from and to Islamabad).

PAKISTANI Visa fee for 90 DAYS.

Lunch & dinner during the stay in Islamabad and Skardu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).

Extra nights’ accommodation in Islamabad & Skardu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition, or domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary.

Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high-altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory

Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Islamabad & Skardu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp).

Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear.

Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.

Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.

Not included during the trek.

Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa- Minimum 1500 USD.

Calculate some tips for basecamp and high camp staff – Minimum 400 USD.

Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and not listed in the “Cost Includes” section

Gear Lists & Useful Information

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Expedition Details

Peak Name

Gasherbrum II Expedition

Duration

40 - 45 Days

Max Elevation

8,035 m

Best Seasons

Summer

Region

Karakoram

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