Gasherbrum III Expedition (7952m)
Tour Overview
Gasherbrum III (7952m) is the 15th highest mountain in the world — a technically demanding Karakoram giant with very few ascents, for experienced mountaineers.
45
days
10
Max Group
extreme
Difficulty
summer
Best Season
Difficulty Level
ExtremeHighlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Skardu
Arrival and expedition briefing.
Baltoro Glacier
Trek the Baltoro Glacier toward the Gasherbrum group.
Gasherbrum Base Camp
Establish base camp below Gasherbrum III.
Acclimatization & Summit Push
Rotations and technical summit push on the SW face.
Descent & Return
Return 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.
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 with serious technical difficulty. Only for highly experienced climbers.
Required Equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
How technical is Gasherbrum III?
GIII is significantly more technical than its neighbours, with steep mixed and ice climbing.