K7 peak Expedition (6934m)
K7 (Charakusa valley) is offered for marvelous rock and ice climbing peaks and it has very easy access. This valley lies at the head of the Hushe valley. K7 valley (Charakhusa valley) is a small valley that is surrounded by the jagged spire mountains just like K6 (7281m), K7 (6934m), Mingling Sar (7041m) Drifika (6650m), Kapura peak (6545m). The most amazing alpine climbing in the area can be practice on the spot. Most of the peaks are less than 6500m high; consequently, numerous peaks at this altitude offer the best technical climbing conditions you will ever meet..
The Charakusa k7 Valley offers climbers and trekkers a unique
and diverse experience, boasting both wild rock towers in its lower regions and
jaw-dropping alpine challenges in the upper areas — all accessible from a
single base camp. This accessibility allows climbers to explore multiple
objectives without relocating the camp.
Geographic Highlights Lower Charakusa Valley
Surrounded by significant peaks, the north side
features Sulu (ca 5950m), Beatrice (5800m), and Naisa Brakk (5200m), all of
which can be tackled as day trips from the base camp.
On the south side, peaks like Fathi Brakk, Haji Brakk (5950m), and Farhad Brakk
(ca 5300m) present more logistical challenges due to their greater distances
from the base camp.
Climbing Dynamics: The north faces offer serious rock challenges, demanding
technical rock climbing skills.
The south faces are gentler, making for easier approaches and ascents.
Upper Charakusa Glacier Peaks The main attraction in this region lies in the
high peaks around the upper glacier, notably K7 West, K7, Link Sar, Hassan, K6,
K6 West, and Kapura.In recent years, K6 and K7 have gained prominence, drawing
the attention of elite climbers eager to test their skills on challenging rock
and ice formations.
Charakusa Valley serves as a prime training and adventure ground for
mountaineering enthusiasts and professional climbers, combining technical rock
challenges with stunning alpine landscapes.
Days |
TRIP ITINERARY |
ALTITUDE |
HOTEL/TENTS |
01 |
Arrival Islamabad International Airport |
500-M |
Hotel |
02 |
Fly To Skardu Via PK451
Or Drive From Islamabad - Chilas ( Flight Subject To Weather Condition) |
1200-M |
Hotel |
03 |
Skardu Sightseeing or Drive from Chilas to Skardu |
2300-M |
Hotel |
04 |
Skardu Briefing In
Ministry Of Tourism & Preparation Of Expedition With Staff |
|
Hotel |
05 |
Drive from Skardu To Hushe |
3,048-M |
Hotel |
06 |
Trek from Hushe To Shaicho |
3300-M |
Camp |
07 |
Trek from Shaicho to
Spangser |
4000-M |
Camp |
08 |
Trek from Spangser - K6,
K7 (Charakusa Base Camp |
4600-M |
Camp |
09-29 |
CLIMBING DAYS (20
DAYS) |
|
Camp |
30 |
Trek down from K6, K7
base camp – Shaicho |
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Camp |
31 |
Trek down from shaicho -
Hushe 4hrs & Drive to Skardu |
|
|
32 |
Fly To Islamabad /Drive to Chilas |
|
Hotel |
33 |
Drive from Chilas to Islamabad |
|
Hotel |
34 |
Transfer to Islamabad airport for
International flight. |
|
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Services Included
- All Airport pick and drop
- Both ways air fare between Islamabad – Skardu – Islamabad.
- Transportation briefing, debriefing and sightseeing.
- Transportation between Islamabad – Chilas – Skardu – Hushe
- Three nights’ Accommodation, twin bed room in Islamabad (bed & breakfast)
- Two nights in Chilas Hotel with full board.
- Three nights in Skardu with full board.
- Local staff Wages, insurance, food and equipment.
- Low porters to carry expedition and trekking equipment, foods.
- Way up 50kg each climbing members.
- Way down 25kg each climbing members.
- All trekking and base camp foods.
- Comfortable members tent, Mess tent, Kitchen tent, store tent, office tent, toilet tent, table, chairs & kitchen utensils.
- Assistance for Reconfirmation of international flight tickets.
- All Camping fees, road taxes & bridge crossing fee.
- Low Porters Equipment’s.
- Documentation & climbing permit
- Trekking permit fee
Services Not Included
- Member international flight tickets
- Helicopter emergency rescue fees (refundable after deduction of USD 300/- if not used, it is now US$15000/-)
- Members any climbing gears
- Member personal insurance
- High altitude tent
- High altitude food
- High altitude porter
- Sleeping bag and all personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges, liquor or soft drinks
- Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely personal nature
- Custom clearing charges (import and export of equipment)
- EPI gas and oxygen cylinder
- Any unforeseen expenses (such as road block, extra hotel stay, or if members stay more days at Base Camp) then members will pay according to the number of days spent at Base Camp.
- Trekking members and climbing members will come together. If any/some member splits during the period, then extra expenses will be charged according to normal price.
- JACKETS - Polar fleece jacket (wool sweater may be used but not recommended). Windproof / waterproof breathable jacket Gore tex or similar. Down jacket (optional but may be very useful during the cold nights and for trekking or mountaineering trips).
- PANTS - Regular pants (better if they can transform to shorts). Polar fleece pants (optional but may be useful during the cold nights and for trekking or mountaineering trips).
- UNDERWEAR - Long top and bottom (synthetic mid weight thermal underwear better).
- SOCKS - Regular cotton socks. Thick wool socks recommended for trekking or mountaineering trips.
- SHIRT - Long sleeve shirts recommended; in the highlands prevent from sunburn (also helpful when traveling to the jungle to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes).
- FOOT WEAR - Lightweight boots or shoes for regular traveling.
- HAT - Polar fleece headband, wool hat, or balaclava for the night, and sun hat with brim for the day.
- GLOVES - Thin gloves for regular traveling. Other clothing. Bathing suit and bandanas are optional but may be useful.
- PLASTIC BOOTS - Recommended for mountaineering trips on glaciers and above 6,000m (20,000ft), make sure they fit your crampons and do not hurt your feet.
- LEATHER BOOTS - Recommended for short mountaineering trips usually below 6,000m (20,000ft). They are also good for "Trekking peak" trips to high volcanoes.
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