Broad Peak Expedition
Broad Peak Expedition
Duration
50 days
Tour Type
Expedition
Broad Peak Expedition
Duration
50 days
Tour Type
Expedition
Broad Peak or the “Falchan Kangri”, which is the name the local people give it, is situated on the Pakistan-China border in the Karakoram Range with a height of 8,051m above sea level. Broad Peak is the 12th-highest mountain in the world. It is part of the Gasherbrum massif, which also includes four of the world's 14 eight-thousanders. Due to the mountain's massive bulk and wide summit ridge, it is named Broad Peak. Falchan Kangri means the same as Broad Peak in the local language, Balti. The first successful ascent of Broad Peak was made in 1957 by an Austrian team led by Marcus Schmuck. The other members were Wintersteller, Kurt Diemberger and Hermann Buhl. They summit this peak without any Oxygen supplement nor any high-altitude porter support. Since then, several expeditions have attempted, contributing to its reputation as a formidable yet achievable peak. To summit Broad Peak, several routes have been established till now. The most commonly used route to summit Broad Peak is the West Ridge and the Normal Route from the Southwest Spur. Although Broad Peak is counted as a less challenging mountain as compared to the other mountains and its neighbour K2, but still, presents significant challenges, which include unpredictable weather conditions, extreme cold, and high-altitude sickness. Climbers may also face challenges such as crevasses, seracs, and steep ice slopes, especially in the later stages of the ascent. Climbers need to be well-prepared mentally and physically to navigate these obstacles. A Broad Peak expedition offers climbers a relatively easy summit of one of the 14 eight-thousanders and allows conquering one of the world's highest peaks. Summiting Broad Peak is like embarking on a thrilling adventure in the aesthetic Karakoram Mountains. It's a tough climb, but if you take it on, you're in for a remarkable and exciting journey.
1. Flight from Islamabad to Skardu and Skardu to Islamabad.
2. Drive by Jeep Skardu to Askoli and return Askoli to Skardu.
3. Porters/ Mule to carry luggage where the jeep cannot reach.
4. Pick and drop from the airport to the Hotel and vice versa.
5. 2 nights stay at 3*/4* Hotel in Islamabad (bed & breakfast).
6. Welcome Dinner will be served restaurant in Islamabad.
7. Payment of all Government taxes in Pakistan.
8. Royalty and permit from the Pakistan Government for the expedition.
9. Map for Trekking and climbing.
10. Porters carry up to 60 Kg of personal baggage.
11. 3 meals a day along with comfortable accommodation in a hotel/ lodge/ tents.
12. All Necessary equipment for Camping during the trek.
13. Experienced and well-trained Cook & Kitchen Helpers.
14. Separate Tents for each member.
15. At Base Camp a mattress and pillow per individual, a dining tent, a kitchen tent, a communication tent, a Toilet, a staff tent, a tent for Pakistani base camp staff, store tents, tables and chairs and all necessary cooking gear.
16. Heating system in the dining tent and other necessary tents.
17. Solar panel/ electricity generator.
18. 1 Pakistani climbing guide for every member at high altitude.
19. 2 oxygen bottles of 4 litres initially and more on-demand with extra cost.
20. Oxygen masks.
21. High camp services include High Altitude Tents, cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, all climbing and cooking crew, group climbing gears, and fixed and dynamic rope.
22. High-speed internet wifi available at base camp.
23. Satellite Phone for emergency communication available with appropriate charge.
24. Communication from base camp to mountain and vice versa through walkie-talkie.
25. Satellite Phone/walkie-talkie permission.
26. Medical and first aid kit.
27. Certificates will be issued after climbing by the Pakistani Alpine Club.
28. Farewell dinner
1. Airfare for international flights.
2. Pakistan visa fee.
3. Sleeping bags, Oxygen masks and personal climbing equipment.
4. Minibars will not be provided while staying in hotels or while travelling.
5. Distinct Items for an individual which we provide collectively like rooms are provided for two members. Extra charges may apply.
6. Group climbing gear (rope, ice crew, snow bar, EPI gas, cooking pots and others)
7. Insurance policy for mountain climbing rescue and evacuation which is mandatory.
8. Lodging and meals and after base camp
9. Meals in Islamabad other than breakfast.
10. All costs arising from the necessity of an early conclusion or summit attempt (additional hotel nights, hotel meals, and evacuation expenses).
11. Costs resulting from unforeseeable delays beyond our company’s control (Force majeure).
12. Phone, fax, email or any personal communication from Pakistan to the home country.
Note: We suggest you give some tips or bonuses to our staff to appreciate them.
1. Early Bird Discount:
The given prices are the discount offers for holidays and are limited. These prices may be changed accordingly. The local services providers and airlines as well as hotels increase prices in the season. So early reservation cost us less price.
2. Limited Space in Peak Months:
The peak months of the year attract a great amount of national and international tourists and hence sold out earlier. We will have a maximum of 15 travellers in one group. Our registration is on a first come first serve basis.
3. Limited Flight Seats:
We use the deposit to book your domestic flight in advance because domestic flight seats for the Himalayas and the Karakoram sell out very quickly in the peak season. Another reason is that there are only two flights in a day.
4. Pay Balance after arrival in Pakistan:
You may have concerns regarding paying your final balance. According to our policy, we receive your final balance only once you arrive in Pakistan. Deposit is the only Payment before arriving in Pakistan.
5. Pay Minimum Deposit:
The advance payment for the holidays also incorporates early bird discounts and may change automatically based on the late deposit schedule. The same dates in the schedule will be applicable for the next season's deposit as well.
The advance deposit for Pakistani Nationals is PKR 100,000 or 30 % of the total price whichever is greater. The deposit amount is nonrefundable.
•For Extra Stays at base camp, extra charges will be charged.
01-04 pax US $ 130/. Per person per day
04-06 pax US $ 100/. Per person per day
06-08 pax US $ 90/. Per person per day
• If Government of Pakistan demands for any fee or new condition ensuing extra, the same will be charged
in
addition to normal Package offer.
• Reservations and Advance Payments:
For the confirmation of your reservation, you have to
pay
your advance into our account 50 days before the arrival of the group/ client in Pakistan. The rest of
amount
will be received once you arrived in Pakistan.
• Mountain Tigers Treks and tours
reserves the right to deduct, in respect of hotel
reservation,
confirmation of airline ticket, documentation and other necessary works which are being done before the
arrival
of client.
• 25% of the total amount will be deducted in case of cancellation in less than 15 days before the arrival date. If cancellation is made in less than 30 days, 10% of the amount will be deducted as in shape of paper works. Mountain Tigers trek and tours reserves this right.
• Anyone deciding to abandon after arrival, or may want to leave the trip during the expedition or tour, due to health issue or any other issue, will not be eligible for any refund. The same policy is applicable in case of entire group. If the group abandons or completes the trip early than the itinerary. No money will be refunded.
The deposited amount is non-refundable once it is paid. Because this amount will be spent in making all the arrangements. This deposited amount is also nonrefundable in case of Pakistani clients.
• Balance: Only pay the balance on the first day after arrival in Pakistan according to the Payment guidelines which will be shared later.
• Currency: International clients have the option to pay in US Dollar (USD). Or they may also pay in Euros (EUR) or Pound Sterling (GBP). Pakistani clients have the option to pay the equivalent amount in Pakistani Rupees (PKR).
• Single Supplement: Separate rooms will cost extra charge of 290 USD. This includes all hotel nights.
For separate tents, it will cost the extra charge of 180 USD including additional porterage cost. Both the payments must be made with the balance upon arrival
Mountain tiger treks and tour endeavors to ensure comfort and safety during tours. However, the company is not liable for injury, damage, death, loss, accidents, delays, public disturbances, or any other unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control.
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