Gasherbrum IV Expedition (7925m)
Tour Overview
Gasherbrum IV (7925m) is often called the most beautiful mountain in the world. Its 'Shining Wall' is a legend in mountaineering — an expedition for the very boldest.
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 toward the Gasherbrum group.
Gasherbrum Base Camp
Establish base camp below Gasherbrum IV.
Acclimatization & Summit Push
Technical climbing and summit push on the legendary Shining Wall.
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 technical difficulty at high altitude. Only for elite mountaineers.
Required Equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
How hard is the Shining Wall?
The Shining Wall is one of the hardest faces in the Himalaya-Karakoram — for elite climbers only.