Hushe village marks the end of the jeep road and is located 140km east of Skardu. It serves as the starting point for expeditions and treks to various summer pastures and five glaciers. Following the Charakusa River, we pass shepherds' summer camps and ascend towards Gondogoro Pass, at the junction of the Gondogoro and Charakusa Rivers. Here, we cross a wooden bridge to reach Shaieshcho, a large shepherd settlement with a mosque. The next day, we trek to Dalchanpa, meaning "field of flowers," a stunning campsite at around 4,150m, nestled between two lakes. The clear waters reflect Masherbrum Mountain and the glacier descending from Masherbrum Pass.
Arrival in Islamabad, followed by a briefing and transfer to the hotel.
Fly to Skardu (1 hour) and transfer to the hotel. Skardu is now the administrative center of the district and a key transportation and commercial hub for Baltistan. In case of flight cancellation, drive to Chilas (480km) and stay overnight at the hotel.
Enjoy a free day in Skardu. Drive to Skardu in the morning (7–8 hours), with stunning views of Nanga Parbat (8,125m) at the confluence of the Indus River. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Begin the day early for the drive to Hushe (3,050m), passing Kande and leaving behind the junction of the Hushe and Shyok Rivers. Overnight stay in camp.
Enjoy a scenic 4–5 hour walk along the lateral moraine, passing through rose and gooseberry bushes, leading to Shaieshcho (3,330m) at the junction of Charakusa Valley and Gondogoro. From here, the route to the base camps of K6 and K7 branches off. Overnight stay in camp.
Trek for 2–3 hours through the ablation valley on the east side of the Gondogoro Glacier. Continue gradually, leaving behind the flat grassy area with water, willows, and junipers, until reaching Gondogoro Camp (3,950m). Overnight stay in camp.
Head toward Goro-II on the Baltoro Glacier, passing Dalzampa (4,300m). The next day, follow a well-marked trail to Golong, a scenic lunch spot featuring a large boulder and a stream from Golong Peak. At the end of the flat terrain, descend to the glacier’s edge and cross rubble for an hour, being cautious of rockfall. Climb a hillside to a pasture, then continue for 30 to 45 minutes to reach Dalzampa, a peaceful spot in an ablation valley. Overnight stay in camp.
Trek to Khuspang (4,680m) along the moraine and glacial trail, reaching the next camp after 4–5 hours. Overnight stay in camp.
Trek to the higher base camp of Gondogoro Peak. Overnight stay in camp.
Trek back to Dalzanpa Camp. Overnight stay in tents.
A 6–7 hour trek along the lateral moraine, passing through wild roses, gooseberry, cedar, and tamarisk shrubs. At Shaieshcho, the Charksa Valley merges with the Gondogoro Valley, marking the path toward the Charakusa Glacier. Overnight stay in camp.
Trek for 2–3 hours to reach Hushe, then drive to Skardu (5–6 hours) via Khaplu — once the second-largest kingdom in Baltistan, strategically located along the Shyok River on the ancient trade route to Ladakh. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Fly to Islamabad (weather permitting). On arrival, transfer to the hotel. If the flight is canceled, travel by road to Chilas. Overnight stay at hotel.
Free day to relax in Islamabad. If traveling by road, complete the journey from Chilas to Islamabad. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Wrap-up session and a short tour of Islamabad, followed by evening transfer to the airport for your return flight.
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