Ghuchhar Sar Expedition
fromThe Ghuchhar Sar Expedition climbs the 6,249-meter mountain in the Hindu Kush Mountains of Pakistan with the goal of reaching its breathtaking glaciers and valleys.
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Vacation Style Holiday TypeCamping, Climbing, Expedition Style, Mountaineering
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Activity Level Strenuous
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Group Size Large Group
The Ghuchhar Sar Expedition is a breathtaking expedition that challenges daring explorers to journey deep into the Hindu Kush Mountains in Pakistan’s Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province. Ghuchhar Sar rises as a mighty and majestic mountain among the other Hindu Kush Range giants at a lofty elevation of 6,249 meters. It is notable for being one of the highest peaks outside of the Karakoram Range and for standing out as one of the loftiest summits in the Hindu Kush Mountains.
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province’s terrain is dominated by the Hindu Kush Range, a vast mountain chain that spans about 800 kilometers. This powerful mountain range reaches farther north into Pakistan’s Northern Areas, where it merges with two of the most well-known mountain ranges in the world, the Himalayas and the Karakoram Range. It also straddles the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The distinctive and alluring qualities of the Hindu Kush Mountains are a result of this geographic convergence.
The Ghuchhar Sar Expedition offers participants the chance to fully immerse themselves in the area’s natural beauty, which is one of its attractive features. You will be treated to a view of massive mountains that seem to stretch for the heavens as you travel through this lonely and spectacular environment. Massive glaciers that cascade from the peaks like frozen rivers and adorn these mountains create an unearthly and mystical environment.
While the glaciers and towering peaks undoubtedly capture the imagination, the adventure also gives travelers access to some of Pakistan’s most beautiful and unspoiled regions. The Badakhshan Valley and Chitral Valley stand out among them due to their natural splendor and cultural importance. These regions are endowed with luxuriant vegetation, sparkling rivers, and unparalleled tranquility. The indigenous populations that live in these valleys have maintained their long-standing customs and ways of life, giving the expedition a significant cultural component.
As you set out on the Ghuchhar Sar Expedition, you’ll be surrounded by the magnificence of nature in all its unadulterated glory. A fabric of unmatched beauty and tranquility is woven by the mountains, glaciers, and valleys. The voyage is more than just an adventure; it is an immersion into a world where the beauty of the surroundings and the friendliness of the locals come together to produce an experience that will last a lifetime.
Highlights
- Competitive rates for a peak in Pakistan’s untamed mountains that is part of the 6,000-meter club
- For logistical arrangements to and from the summit, a field office and permanent staff are needed.
- Itinerary based on the extensive knowledge and experience of our mountain guide
- Breathtaking mountain views throughout the expedition
- Karakoram Trails is a fully authorized indigenous adventure company
- Our Pakistani High Altitude Climber(s) (HAC) typically provides guidance for fixed departures.
- Private groups are always a key priority for us.
- Both guided adventures and unguided (alpine-style) climbing are catered to by our company.
- Both “base camp services” and “full board services” are what we offer.
- The subsequent High Altitude Support is available for an additional fee
- Personal High Altitude Porter (HAP) from Pakistan who will transport 20 kg of personal gear between camps
- Base camp lodging (single supplement)
- A complete base camp with a dining tent, restrooms, showers, and solar power
- All domestic/internal transportation
- Every domestic flight
- 50 kilograms (110 lb) of personal belongings
- All meals (B, L, D) while on the trek and at base camp
- Group satellite phones and emergency devices with a set calling fee
- Arrival and departure nights of two nights each in an Islamabad hotel (bed and breakfast only)
- Guides, cooks, kitchen workers, assistants, porters, etc. are covered by staff insurance.
- Pakistani cook with experience
- Kitchen personnel
- Porters for all supplies for the expedition
- Base camp solar power
- Generator of electricity (backup for high-voltage equipment)
- Airfare for travel abroad
- Fees for permits and royalties are based on the number of people
- Personal gear for climbing, dressing, and sleeping
- Equipment for group climbing, including rope, ice axes, snow bars, EPI gas and other items
- Insurance coverage for mountain rescue and evacuation is required.
- Food and lodging above base camp
- Any assistance beyond base camp
- Talking radio (walkie-talkie)
- Climate reports
- Cargo of personal items to/from Islamabad
- Visa cost for Pakistan
- $250 total in tips/gratuities for the staff, cook, and assistant(s).
- In Islamabad, meals
- Additional hotel stays following the ascent
- Insurance against lost travel
- All costs incurred in the event of an early wind-up or summit (additional hotel stays, hotel meals, and evacuation)
- Charges incurred as a result of delays that are beyond Karakoram Trails’ control (for cause majeure)
- Personal correspondence between Pakistan and the home country by phone, fax, and email.
Package Confirmed Dates | Trip Status Trip Status | Price (PP) Excluding Flights | Price (PP) Including Flights | |
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June 20, 2025 - June 20, 2025
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Guaranteed
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$5,600
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N/A
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