Day | From | To | Activity |
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1 | Islamabad Airport | Islamabad | Arrive in Islamabad and meet your expedition team.Briefing session and preparation for the expedition.Overnight stay in a hotel. |
2 | Islamabad | Islamabad |
Attend a mandatory briefing session at the Alpine Club of Pakistan.Final gear check and obtaining necessary permits.Overnight stay in Islamabad. |
3 | Islamabad | Chilas |
Drive via Babusar Pass (if open) or the Karakoram Highway.Stop for lunch in Naran.Arrive in Chilas and check-in at your hotel.Overnight stay in Chilas. |
4 | Chilas | Skardu |
Drive along the scenic Indus River and through picturesque valleys.Lunch en route.Arrive in Skardu and check-in at your hotel.Overnight stay in Skardu. |
5 | Skardu | Kande |
Off-road jeep journey along the Shigar Valley.Cross wooden suspension bridges and pass through high-altitude villages.Arrive in Askole, the last village before the trek begins.Overnight camping in Askole. |
6 | Kande | Nagma Valley |
Begin trekking alongside the Biafo Glacier’s snout.Trek through the stunning Nagma Valley.Overnight camping in Nagma Valley. |
7 | Nagma Valley | Amin Brakk Base Camp |
Cross glaciers, rocky terrains, and moraines.Reach Amin Brakk Base Camp, nestled beneath the mighty Amin Brakk Peak.Overnight camping at Base Camp. |
8-12 | Acclimatization at Amin Brakk Base Camp |
These days will be spent acclimatizing to the altitude and exploring the base camp’s surroundings.Spend time resting, preparing for higher altitudes, and enjoying the stunning views of the peaks.Overnight camping at Base Camp. |
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13-15 | High Camp Setup and Technical Climbing Days |
Establish high-altitude camps on the slopes of Amin Brakk.Acclimatization climbs and technical climbing progress.These days are essential for preparation before attempting any higher altitudes.Overnight camping at various high-altitude camps. |
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16-20 | Summit Attempt of Amin Brakk |
These days are dedicated to attempting the summit of Amin Brakk.The expedition team will take on technical routes and tackle challenging terrains.Acclimatization, preparation, and climbing efforts will be intensified during these days.Overnight camping at higher camps during summit attempts. |
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21-22 | Return to Amin Brakk Base Camp |
After summit attempts, descend back to Amin Brakk Base Camp.Take rest days and celebrate the completion of the summit attempt.Overnight camping at Base Camp. |
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23 | Amin Brakk Base Camp | Kande |
Retrace your steps back through Nagma Valley to Askole.Reflect on the expedition’s challenges and accomplishments.Celebrate with your fellow climbers.Overnight camping in Askole. |
24 | Askole | Skardu |
Drive back to Skardu through remote valleys.Arrive and check-in at your hotel in Skardu.Overnight stay in Skardu. |
25-26 | Skardu | Islamabad |
Option 1: Flight (weather-dependent).Option 2: 2-day drive via Karakoram Highway .These buffer days will allow for any weather-related delays or unforeseen circumstances.Overnight stays in Skardu and Islamabad. |
27 | Islamabad | Debriefing & International Departure |
Attend a final debriefing session at the Alpine Club.Relax and explore the city of Islamabad.Transfer to the airport for your return flight.End of the expedition. |