Overview
Broad Peak, towering at an impressive 8,051 meters (approximately 26,414 feet), is a prominent 8,000-meter peak nestled in the Karakorum Range of Northeastern Pakistan. As the 12th highest mountain on Earth, it proudly represents a remarkable challenge for mountaineers.
Situated in the Karakorum, Broad Peak is gracefully positioned along the western edge of the Baltoro glacier, nestled between the iconic K2 and Gasherbrum IV. In 1957, this formidable mountain witnessed its historic first ascent by a dedicated Austrian expedition, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan's Karakorum mountains.
Surprisingly, when it comes to mountaineering, Broad Peak stands out as a more approachable challenge among the 8,000-meter peaks. While it surpasses the 8,000-meter mark, it is often considered an excellent choice for climbers seeking to hone their skills. Many international climbers opt to tackle Broad Peak as a practice run before taking on the formidable K2, the second highest mountain globally. This choice is made more convenient by the fact that the base camp of Broad Peak is just a 90-minute journey from the base camp of K2.
| DAYS | ITINERARY | SEE LEVEL | RESIDENCE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Arrive Islamabad, transfer to hotel | 512m | HOTEL |
| 02 | Drive from Islamabad to Chilas via KKH/Babusar Pass | 1265m | HOTEL |
| 03 | Drive from Chilas to Skardu | 2467m | HOTEL |
| 04 | Skardu – expedition formalities & prep | HOTEL | |
| 05 | Drive from Skardu to Askoli | 3000m | CAMPING |
| 06 | Trek from Askoli to Jhula | 3200m | CAMPING |
| 07 | Trek from Jhula to Paju | 3450m | CAMPING |
| 08 | Paju acclimatization & porter rest day | 3450m | CAMPING |
| 09 | Trek from Paju to Urdukas | 3900m | CAMPING |
| 10 | Trek from Urdukas to Goro II | 4200m | CAMPING |
| 11 | Trek from Goro II to Broad Peak Base Camp via Concordia | 4750m | CAMPING |
| 12–40 | CLIMBING PERIOD – Broad Peak Summit Push | 8126m max | CAMPING |
| 41 | Trek return to Ali Camp via Vigne Glacier | 4800m | CAMPING |
| 42 | Cross Gondogoro la and descend to khuspang camping and onward to saicho on the same day | 5685m | CAMPING |
| 43 | trek shaircho to hushe and drive to skardu | 3450m | CAMPING |
| 44 | skardu to Islamabad fly free day | 3000m | CAMPING |
| 45 | Departure | 2467m | HOTEL |
| 46 | Skardu – debriefing and farewell dinner | HOTEL | |
| 47 | Flight to Islamabad or drive to Chilas | 1265m | HOTEL |
| 48 | Drive or fly to Islamabad, free day | HOTEL | |
| 49 | Transfer to airport – onward to your own destination | FLIGHT |
Services Included
- Comprehensive airport pickup and drop-off services.
- Round-trip airfare between Islamabad and Skardu.
- Transportation, including briefings, debriefings, and sightseeing.
- Transportation between Skardu, Askoli, Hushe, and Skardu.
- Three nights of accommodation in Islamabad, featuring twin-bed rooms with bed and breakfast provided.
- Three nights of full board accommodation in a Skardu hotel.
- Two nights of full board accommodation in a Chilas hotel.
- Coverage for local staff, encompassing wages, insurance, food, and equipment.
- Support from low porters to transport expedition and trekking equipment, as well as food supplies.
- Allowance for 75 kg of equipment per climbing member on the ascent.
- Allowance for 50 kg of equipment per climbing member on the descent.
- Provision of all trekking and base camp meals.
- Supply of comfortable member tents, mess tents, kitchen tents, storage tents, office tents, shower tents, toilet tents, tables, chairs, and kitchen utensils.
- Assistance with reconfirming international flight tickets.
- Coverage of all camping fees, road taxes, and bridge crossing fees.
- Supply of low porters' equipment.
- Documentation and climbing permit.
- Management fees for CKNP West.
- Royalty fees and additional member fees.
- Kit allowance, food, and flight fare for the liaison officer.
- Availability of an electric generator/solar system at the base camp.
- Heating system at the base camp.
Services Not Included
- International flight tickets for members.
- Helicopter emergency rescue fees (refundable if not used, currently at US$15,000).
- Climbing gear for members.
- Personal insurance for members.
- High-altitude tents.
- High-altitude food.
- High-altitude porters.
- Sleeping bags and personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges, liquor, soft drinks, room service, gratuities for personal services, and items of a purely personal nature.
- Charges for custom clearing (import and export of equipment).
- EPI gas and oxygen cylinders.
- Any unforeseen expenses, including roadblocks and additional hotel stays if members stay more days at the Base Camp. Extra expenses will be charged according to the number of additional days.
- Trekking members and climbing members will remain together. If any member splits during the trip, extra expenses will be charged at the normal price.
