The need for exceptional physical fitness cannot be over-emphasised. A regular, strenuous programme must be followed for many months to achieve the level of fitness required. We recommend a training programme tailored to mountaineering such as those from Uphill Athlete.
Gasherbrum 2, the world's 13th highest peak and one of the fourteen 8,000m peaks, is situated at the head of Pakistan's Baltoro Glacier amongst giants such as K2, Gasherbrum 1 and Broad Peak.
Whether this is your first 8,000m peak or your third, the nature of climbing in this region will have its own unique flavour. Motivated ascensionists also have the opportunity to climb two 8,000m peaks in a week by adding on an ascent of neighbouring Gasherbrum 1 (8,080m/26,509ft), also known as Hidden Peak.
The climbing on Gasherbrum 2 is not especially steep but the remoteness of the setting makes this an especially rewarding experience. The expedition will attempt the normal route on the peak and establish three camps before mounting the summit attempt. This is a big mountain expedition and, although it is regarded as slightly harder than Cho Oyu, it is an ideal training peak for Everest.
Take advantage of your time in the remote Baltoro region with an ascent of Gasherbrum 1, or Hidden Peak as it has been dubbed, immediately after Gasherbrum 2. Using the existing Base Camp and Camp 1, the timeframe for this additional 8,000m peak is only 10 days or less.
- Dramatic scenery of the Baltoro region
- Classic high altitude climbing
- Add on an ascent of Gasherbrum 1 (Hidden Peak) for two 8,000m peaks in a week
Expedition Level
Expedition Level
Advanced
Elevation
Elevation
8,035m/26,361ft
Duration
Duration
50 or 60 days
Loaction
Loaction
Pakistan
GASHERBRUM ITINERARY
DAY 1
Arrival in Islamabad
DAY 2
Briefing with Ministry of Tourism
DAY 3 - 4
Fly Islamabad to Skardu (or drive if the weather is not suitable to fly), hire porters
DAY 5
Day in Skardu, packing and sorting gear
DAY 6
Travel to Askole
DAY 7
Trek to Jula
DAY 8
Trek to Paiju
DAY 9
Rest day
DAY 10
Trek to Urdukas
DAY 11
| Trek to Goro |
DAY 12
Trek to Concordia
DAY 13
| Trek to Shagharing |
DAY 14
Trek to Gasherbrum Base Camp
DAY 15
Rest day and camp set up
DAY 16
Rest and gear prep
DAY 17 - 40
Climb Gasherbrum 2
DAY 41 - 46
Depart Base Camp for Skardu
DAY 47 - 48
Skardu to Islamabad
DAY 49
Contingency Day
DAY 50
Trip Ends
Departures and Pricing
Note: Dates are subject to change due to many factors out of our control
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PREPARE
Fitness
Technical Experience
You must be able to efficiently climb ice, snow and rock terrain, multiple days in a row. Climbers will ideally have a broad set of climbing skills from basic rock climbing to advanced cramponing on snow and ice and strong rope skills such as rappelling and rope ascending. You should be comfortable with camp craft and self-care at high altitude.
Altitude Experience
Prior ascents of multiple 6,000-7,000m peaks are required (such as Denali, Aconcagua, Peak Lenin, 6000m peaks in Nepal, or the Ecuador Volcanoes).
Why Adventure Consultants?
Adventure Consultants is renowned for the quality of its service and strategy applied to high altitude expedition climbing. Our reputation is attributed to meticulous planning and experienced logistics coordination. We have a philosophy of investing in every expedition to offer our climbers the best possible chance of success.
We employ strong and specialised Expedition leaders and local staff, who are some of the most pre-eminent in the industry. We pride ourselves on operating with small teams, the best back-up and support available. This includes nutritious and ample quantities of food, comfortable base camp facilities, reliable communications systems and the necessary medical back up.
Many of our expedition members come to us because they have seen us in action on a previous trip and decide to opt for our level of service and proven experience. Others return because they know we do our very best to make expeditions safe and successful.
Inclusions
The price of your trip includes the following:
- Professional, qualified guides
- Experienced Sherpa and High Altitude workers
- Return flight from Islamabad to Skardu
- Private land transportation
- High-end Base Camp and mountain camps
- Wi-Fi at Base Camp
- Excellent food and catering
- Expert logistics
- Regular dispatches for families and friends to follow your expedition
- Comprehensive support from our New Zealand office team.
Our Team
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