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K1 Base Camp Trek

Machulu

A focused trek to the base of K1, deep in Baltistan's high country, for fit trekkers after real altitude and remote camps.

Difficulty
5 / 10
Moderate
Max elevation
4,200m / 13,780ft
Trip length
9 days
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On this journey

Photography creditsMasherbrum K1 · Photo: mhtoori, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Masherbrum at Sunset · Photo: Nasr Rahman, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Masherbrum with Trekkers · Photo: Tariqsulemani, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Cathedral Peaks Hushe Valley · Photo: Ali.c555, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Laila Peak Hushe Valley · Photo: Maqsood aktar, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Hushe Valley Terraces · Photo: Shaikhrulez, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Machulu Village · Photo: Zafaryaab, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Day by day

Itinerary

A sample outline. Final itineraries are tailored to your dates and pace.

Day 1

Arrive Skardu

Day 2

Drive to Machulu

Day 3

Trek toward base camp

Day 4

Glacier edge

Day 5

Base camp

Day 6

Return

Day 7

Depart

What's included

  • Accommodation throughout
  • Ground transport and transfers
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Permits where required
  • Breakfast daily
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses and tips
Before you go

Trekking at altitude

Acclimatisation

Above 2,500m the body needs time to adjust. We build the route so height is gained gradually, with rest days where needed, and follow the principle of climbing high and sleeping low.

Altitude sickness

Learn the symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness before you travel and tell your guide immediately if you feel unwell. Guides are experienced in spotting it early and will adjust the plan.

Hydration and pace

Most people need four to six litres of fluid a day at altitude. The pace is set deliberately slow, going steadily is what gets people there.

Insurance

Your policy must cover trekking to the maximum altitude of this itinerary and emergency evacuation. We do not provide insurance or rescue cover.

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