Gasherbrum 1 Expedition (8068m)
Tour Overview
Gasherbrum 1 — the 'Hidden Peak' — is the 11th highest mountain on Earth and one of the great 8000m summits of the Karakoram, reached via the beautiful Abruzzi route.
45
days
12
Max Group
extreme
Difficulty
summer
Best Season
Difficulty Level
ExtremeHighlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Skardu
Arrival, permits and briefing.
Baltoro Glacier
Trek across the Baltoro to Concordia and onward toward the Gasherbrum Glacier.
G1 Base Camp
Establish Gasherbrum Base Camp (5,100m).
Acclimatization & Summit Push
Rotations through Camps 1-4 with the summit push on the Abruzzi route.
Descent & Return
Return across the Baltoro to Askole and Skardu.
What's Included
- Expedition permits
- Base camp services
- Sherpas & porters
- Climbing guides
- Hotels & transport
- All meals
- Rescue support
Not Included
- International flights
- Insurance
- Gear rental
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Tour Details
Accommodation
Hotels in Skardu, full base camp, high-altitude camps 1-4.
Transport
Flights/road to Skardu, 4x4 to Askole, trekking on the Baltoro.
Food
Full board expedition food.
Meeting Point
Skardu Airport
Safety & Equipment
Safety Information
Extreme altitude on the 8000m Abruzzi route. Requires strong 7000m+ experience.
Required Equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best season for G1?
July and August offer the most stable weather for the summit push.