Paju peak (6660m) expedition
PAJU PEAK trek along the Braldu Rive to a green oasis under the shadow of Paju peak Paju is a Balti word which means “Salt”. Since there are some rock salt deposits at the base of this peak, the Balti believe that the snow on the summit of Paju peak is not snow but a huge deposit of salt which drips down to the base. From this camp we have the first views of the very impressive Baltoro Glacier. The tent platforms higher along the stream are quieter with good views. Paju is the last source of wood. Despite kerosene and stoves, and signs urging porters not to cut wood, they do so in order to bake break for the coming days. It was first climbed in 1990 By American.
| DAYS | ITINERARY | SEE LEVEL | RESIDENCE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive Islamabad international airport and transfer to Hotel | HOTEL | |
| 2 | Fly to Skardu via PK-451 (In case weather not support, Drive from Islamabad - Chilas) | HOTEL | |
| 3 | Skardu sightseeing (Drive from Chilas - Skardu) | HOTEL | |
| 4 | Skardu briefing in Ministry of Tourism & final preparation of expedition with staff | HOTEL | |
| 5 | Drive from Skardu - Askoli | CAMPING | |
| 6 | Trek from Askoli - Jhola | CAMPING | |
| 7 | Trek from Jhola - Paju (Base Camp) | CAMPING | |
| 8-22 | Climbing Period (15 days) | CAMPING | |
| 24 | Trek down from Paju - Jhola | CAMPING | |
| 25 | Trek down from Jhola - Askoli | CAMPING | |
| 26 | Drive from Askoli - Skardu | HOTEL | |
| 27 | Skardu de-briefing & final farewell dinner | HOTEL | |
| 28 | Fly to Islamabad via PK452 (or Drive from Skardu - Chilas, flight subject to weather) | HOTEL | |
| 29 | Islamabad sightseeing or Drive from Chilas - Islamabad | HOTEL | |
| 30 | Fly out to your own destination (END OF OUR SERVICES) | FLY OUT |
Services Included
- All Airport pick and drop
- Both ways air fare between Islamabad – Skardu – Islamabad.
- Transportation briefing, debriefing and sightseeing.
- Transportation between Skardu – Askoli - Skardu
- Three nights’ Accommodation, twin bed room in Islamabad (bed & breakfast)
- Three nights in Skardu Hotel with full board.
- Two nights in Chilas Hotel with full board.
- Local staff Wages, insurance, food and equipment.
- Low porters to carry expedition and trekking equipment, foods.
- Way up 75kg each climbing member.
- Way down 50kg each climbing member.
- 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
- CKNP west management fee
- Royalty fee and additional member fee
- Liaison officer Kit allowance, food, flight fare.
Services Not Included
- Member international flight tickets
- Helicopter emergency rescue fees (refundable 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 (just like 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 split during the period then extra expenses will be charged according to normal price.
- 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 useful during cold nights and for trekking or mountaineering trips)
- Regular Pants (Better if they can transform to shorts)
- Polar Fleece Pants (Optional but may be useful during cold nights and for trekking or mountaineering trips)
- Synthetic Mid-weight Thermal Underwear (Long top and bottom, better quality recommended)
- Thick Wool Socks (Recommended for trekking or mountaineering trips)
- Long Sleeve Shirts (Recommended to prevent sunburn and mosquito bites)
- Lightweight Boots or Shoes (For regular traveling)
- Polar Fleece Headband, Wool Hat, or Balaclava (For the night)
- Sun Hat with Brim (For daytime use)
- Thin Gloves (For regular traveling)
- Bathing Suit and Bandanas (Optional but may be useful)
- Plastic Boots (Recommended for mountaineering trips on glaciers and above 6,000m)
- Leather Boots (Recommended for short mountaineering trips usually below 6,000m)
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