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Masherbrum Base Camp Trek

Trek up the Hushe Valley from Khaplu to Masherbrum Base Camp below the 7,821 m 'K1'.

  • Duration

    9 Days / 8 Nights

  • Group size

    1–12 people

  • Difficulty

    Challenging

  • Season

    June - September

Overview

Masherbrum, first surveyed as K1, dominates the head of the Hushe Valley in Ghanche. From Hushe village the route follows the Masherbrum Glacier through the summer pastures of Parbisan and Brumbrama to base camp at about 4,200 m, with views of Masherbrum's south face and the granite spires around the Gondogoro Glacier. The trip starts and ends with time in Khaplu, including the restored Khaplu Palace, and is a quieter alternative to the Baltoro for trekkers with some experience.

Destination: Skardu travel guide

Highlights

  • Masherbrum Base Camp (about 4,200 m)
  • South face of Masherbrum (7,821 m)
  • Hushe Valley pastures at Parbisan and Brumbrama
  • Khaplu Palace and Khaplu town

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1: Fly to Skardu (2,230 m)

  2. 2

    Day 2: Drive to Khaplu, jeep to Hushe (3,050 m)

  3. 3

    Day 3: Trek to Parbisan (3,600 m)

  4. 4

    Day 4: Trek to Brumbrama (3,900 m)

  5. 5

    Day 5: Trek to Masherbrum Base Camp (about 4,200 m)

  6. 6

    Day 6: Trek back to Parbisan

  7. 7

    Day 7: Trek to Hushe, drive to Khaplu

  8. 8

    Day 8: Khaplu Palace, drive to Skardu

  9. 9

    Day 9: Fly to Islamabad

What's included

  • Islamabad - Skardu flights or road transfer if flights are cancelled
  • Hotel stays in Skardu and Khaplu
  • Jeep transfers Skardu - Hushe - Skardu
  • Trekking permit, tents and all meals on the trek
  • Licensed trekking guide, cook and porters

Travelling with us

  • Reply within 12 hours. Every email, form and WhatsApp message gets a personal reply from our team within 12 hours (Pakistan time, UTC+5).
  • Islamabad airport pickup. We meet you at Islamabad International Airport (ISB) on arrival and take you back for your flight home.
  • Private tours for your group. Every package runs as a private trip for you, your family or friends, on your dates. No strangers, no fixed departures.
  • A local team in Gilgit-Baltistan. Our drivers and guides live in the valleys you visit and re-plan the route around weather, roads and flights.

Read our Pakistan travel guide, safety information and payment and cancellation terms.

Questions travellers ask us

How much does the Masherbrum Base Camp Trek package cost?

The Masherbrum Base Camp Trek package costs from $1,050 per person. No payment is taken when you request a booking; our team confirms the final quote for your dates and group.

How long is the Masherbrum Base Camp Trek trip?

It is a 9-day, 8-night trip to Skardu for groups of 1 to 12 travellers.

What is included in the Masherbrum Base Camp Trek package?

The package includes islamabad - skardu flights or road transfer if flights are cancelled, hotel stays in skardu and khaplu, jeep transfers skardu - hushe - skardu, trekking permit, tents and all meals on the trek and licensed trekking guide, cook and porters.

How difficult is the Masherbrum Base Camp Trek trip?

It is rated challenging and is planned as a trekking trip.

When is the best time for the Masherbrum Base Camp Trek trip?

The best season is June - September.

How do I book the Masherbrum Base Camp Trek package?

Choose your dates and number of travellers on the booking page and send the request. You get a booking reference straight away, and our team contacts you to confirm availability and payment.

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