Masherbrum (K-1) Basecamp Trek
Introduction:
Trek to the base camp of Mashebrum (7281m) is a continuation of journey ahead of Dumsum. The massive Mashebrum was the first peak mapped in the Karakorams and was thus given the name K1. The trek continues from Dumsum, climbs up to the beautiful campsite of Brumbramah before crossing a small glacier and reaching the Mashebrum base camp. The return journey is easily done with either an overnight stay at Dumsum or reaching Hushe directly.
Cost Included/Excluded
- Hotel stay in Skardu at Concordia Motel or equivalent.
- All travel and trek meals
- Service of Trek Leader/Guide/Porters/Kitchen Staff
- Camping Services
- Basic First Aid
- Any personal Gear including rucksack, sleeping bag and mattress etc.
- Porter for personal luggage (Extra charges apply)
- Tips for porters, kitchen staff etc.
- Insurance liability of members.
- Room service, laundry, beverages, soft drinks etc.
- Ground evacuation or helicopter rescue charges of any kind.
- Any unforeseen/unplanned expenses like additional stay due to roadblocks etc.
- Any other item not listed in the “cost includes" section.
Itinerary
Arrival of participants in Skardu and transferred to Concordia Motel or equivalent.
Drive to Hushe Valley. Start the trek from Hushe village. Set up camp in Dumsum (3400m). Optional hike to the Aling glacier (1-2 hours). Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the natural surroundings. Overnight in camps
Start trek form Dumsum through the remote, mountainous terrain parallel to the Masherbrum Glacier and leads till Brumbrama (4050m). Overnight in camps.
Start the trek to Masherbrum Base Camp (4280m) through a beautiful trail, parallel to the Masherbrum Glacier. In the afternoon, have free time to visit the base camp lake and nearby viewpoints. Overnight in camps.
Trek back to Dumsum while making brief pauses for photography along the way. Overnight in camps.
Trek back to Hushe, then proceed with a drive to Khaplu. Delightful lunch on the way. Drive back to Skardu.
