Snow lake and Hispar la trek
Snow lake and Hispar la trek is located in the Karakoram mountain is Pakistan. Biafo Glacier, a 63 km (39 mi) long glacier in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan, joins the 49 km (30 mi) long Hispar(Nagar) Glacier at Hispar La (Pass) at an altitude of 5,128 m (16,400 ft) to form the world’s longest glacial system outside the polar regions.
This icy highway connects two ancient mountain kingdoms, Nagar in the west (just south of Hunza) and Baltistan in the east. The traverse uses 51 kilometres of the Biafo Glacier and the entire Hispar Glacier to create a 100-kilometer (62-mile) glacier path.
Snow Lake is located at an elevation of 16,000 feet (4,877 metres) and has a width of approximately 10 miles (16 km). The basin is at the confluence of the Biafo and Hispar glaciers, which flow down from the Hispar Pass in opposite directions to form a 100-kilometer-long (61-mile) ice river, one of the longest continuous glacier systems outside of the polar regions. The central Karakoram, discovered and charted for the first time between 1937 and 1939, is arguably the most wild of all. It is a land of vast glaciers, towering mountains, and remote passes.
Biafo Glacier is 68 kilometres (42 miles) long and 625 square kilometres in size. It starts in Korofong, atop Askole town. Hisper Glacier is 52 kilometres long. The Hisper Pass is the only thing that separates the Hisper Glacier from the Biafo Glacier. The majority of geographers, however, consider the two glaciers to be one and refer to it as the Biafo-Hisper Glacier. If true, the 120-kilometer-long (75-mile-long) biafo Hispar Glacier would become the world’s second-longest glacier.
On the way to Snow Lake Following a long ice highway, a large glaciated basin at 4,500 metres, there may be a few crevasse spots requiring ropes. Biantha Brak (7,284 m), Snow Lake mountain, and Simkiang glacier can all be seen from here. From here, we climb the Hisper La and camp on its peak, where we can enjoy panoramic views of the Biafo – Hispar region at dusk and dawn. Snow lake and Hispar la trek start and finish in Islamabad.
| Departure/Return Location | ISB International Airport, Islamabad | ||
| Departure Time | Mountain Range: Karakoram | ||
| Elevation: 4,877m | Best Time: Mid-July to End-August | ||
| Duration: 21 Days | Zone: Open |
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Additional information
| time | 15th July to 4th August 2018 |
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| user | 18+ |
Snow lake and Hispar la trek Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival Islamabad
Arrival at airport and then transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in hotel at Islamabad.
Day 02: Islamabad to Skardu (By Air)
Early morning flight to Skardu (flights are subject to weather), if unable to fly we will depart for Skardu by road with overnight stay at Chilas. Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.
Day 03: Chilas to Skardu
In case of flight has operated we will go for sightseeing tour of Skardu and in case no flight, the day will be used for over land travel from Chilas to Skardu (total drive is 22 – 24 hrs from Islamabad to Skardu). Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.
Day 04: Rest day at Skardu
Sight seen in Skardu final packing for the Trek.
Day 05: Skardu to Askole
After breakfast we will embark jeeps for a full day ride on a winding jeep trail to Askole – The last inhabitance on our way to the Great Glaciers. (Tent)
Day 06: Askole to Namla
Today we will leave the last inhabited village of Askoli. For the remaining portion of our journey we will rely on our local team who will carry our food and equipment and sustain our Trek. We start the trek and walking along the turbulent waters of the Braldu River, after 2 hours we climb a steep slope to enter into the Biafo glacier. Most of the day we will walk on the boulders and along the lateral moraines (Tent)
Day 07: Namla to Mango
After breakfast Trek to Mango this is short and moderate trek on the glacier to Mango. (Tent)
Day 08: Mango to Baintha
After breakfast Trek to Baintha. we cross the jumble boulders to the moraine ridges in the centre of the glacier. Soon we reach the ‘miracle highway’ of white ice which provides easier walking cross over to the east side of the glacier to make camp at Baintha. This is a splendid camping place, with lush grassland, an abundance of flowers and birds and the chance to spot shy ibex on the mountain slopes above the camp. (Tent)
Day 09: Rest day Baintha
Rest day at Baintha, since the alpine loveliness of this camp is not something to be rushed, bearing in mind that there is absolutely nothing in the way of greenery beyond this point for some considerable distance. This rest stop also allows the porters the opportunity to bake a supply of Balti bread and chapattis to last them over the coming days. There is the very worthwhile option today of ascending a peak above the camp for fantastic views down the glacier and across to the Latok group of mountains and the Ogre. (Tent)
Day 10: Baintha to Simgang
After breakfast Trek to Simgng. We will trek on the crevassed Biafo to Simgang Biafo junction. A hard & long day rewarded with breathtaking views of dozens of nameless peaks from 5060 m to Sosbun Brakk 6413 m. (Tent)
Day 11: Simgang to Snow Lake
After breakfast Trek to Snow Lake. This will be a strenuous walking day so far but the most rewarding and perhaps the most memorable day of your life. Cruising first the crevassed glacier & later the upper ice flow, follow the footsteps of Conway, Shipton and Workmans’ to reach Snow Lake. The workman’s, on their first sight of this magical place were bound to declare it “A huge basin of ice & snow that seemed in no way of this world” (Tent)
Day 12: Snow Lake to Hisper Pass (5150m) and Khani Basa
After breakfast Trek to Khani basa. Today we will wake up early in the morning and leave as soon as we are done with breakfast, we will try to reach the pass before the sunrise. From the top of Hispar Pass (5150m), some of the finest views of the Karakorum, Ogre Peak (7285m) in the background of Snow Lake’s wide plateau and Hispar Glacier stretching as far as eye can see, with the white pyramid of Workman peak to its north. After a refreshment and photo stop we will proceed to another side of the pass which takes three hours to reach to the campsite at Khani Basa. Most of the day we will walk through deep soft snow in single file with rope to avoid the hidden crevasses. (Tent)
Day 13: Khani basa to Yutmuro Glacier
After breakfast Trek to Yutmuro.Today we will traverse through and cross the Khanibasa glacier that takes around 2 hours. During the day we have spectacular views of Kanjut Sar 1 (7700m) and the glaciers. The great numbers of the wild flowers makes again this day pleasant. (Tent)
Day 14: Yutmuro to Bitanmal
After breakfast Trek to Bitanmal. An easy stroll through ablation valley brings us to Yutmaru glacier, which takes approx 2 hours to reach the view point of Hisper Pass in the backdrop. The campsite of Bitanmal is filled by willow bushes and wild flowers. (Tent)
Day 15: Rest day at Bitanmal
Rest day at Bitanmal and Explore around (Tent)
Day 16: Bitanmal to Hispar Village
After breakfast Trek to Hispar village .An early start is essential each morning as we descend the Hispar Glacier. This is because the side streams which must be negotiated are much less formidable before the heat of the day (and associated snow-melt) swells them to impassable proportions. After crossing the Kiang Glacier, there is a steep climb to regain the path which leads through the grazing grounds of Daltanas and Falolingkish. One large stream has to be crossed just before Falolingkish, and then a footbridge leads across to Hispar Village. (Tent)
Day 17: Hispar Village to Karimabad
After breakfast we will drive for Karimabad. Up on arrival we will be transferred to hotel and check in. Afternoon will be free at leisure or go for a walk around. Overnight stay in hotel at Karimabad.
Day 18: Karimabad to Chilas
After breakfast we will depart for Chilas, en route lunch stop at Gilgit, will also visit local bazaar. Afternoon drive to Chials. Overnight stay in hotel at Chilas.
Day 19: Chilas to Islamabad
Early morning we will depart for Islamabad, vis Babusar pass. Overnight stay in hotel at Islamabad.
Day 20: Islamabad
After breakfast we will full day sightseeing of twin city Islamabad/Rawalpindi. Rest of time reserve for shopping.
Day 21: Islamabad to Flight out
Transfer to airport for flight back home
Please Note: Gilgit Baltistan flights are subject to weather and backlog, in case of flight cancellation we will travel by road, and one night of Islamabad will be adjusted in overland travel.
Please Note: Gilgit Baltistan flights are subject to weather and backlog, in case of flight cancellation we will travel by road, and one night of Islamabad will be adjusted in overland travel.
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Cost: 130,000 PKR per head for Pakistani from Islamabad to Islamabad
Cost: 110,000 PKR per head for Pakistani from Skardu to Skardu
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2500 USD per head for Foreigner
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Services included as following
Traveling Cost (Islamabad to Islamabad)
One side byair and One side byroad
Generator facility on camping night
Satellite phone
Hotel accommodation on 02 person sharing basis.
Sleeping tents on 02 person sharing basis.
Mattresses
Basic Climbing course in Islamabad 15 days before departure. ( only for Pakistani)
13Kg porter facility for member’s personal gear.
(Above 13 Kg will be separately charged from member on spot, as per porter rate per Kg)
CKNP waste management fees
Hotels:
02 nights in Islamabad (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) (only for foriegners )
02 nights in Chilas (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
03 nights in Skardu (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) 02 nights Hunza
As per itinerary
Transport:
Pick up from group when arrive and drop to airport when group
Departure
Air-condition van or flight from Islamabad–Skardu-Islamabad
Sightseeing the capital city of Islamabad (only for foriegners )
As per itinerary
4 X4 Jeeps:
Jeeps from Skardu-Askoli
Jeeps from Hishpar-Hunza
As per itinerary
Trekking Food:
Trekking foods 16 / 17 days food (during the trek, we will serve breakfast, lunch and Dinner)
Camping Materials:
Mess Tent, Kitchen Tent, Chair Table and kitchen Crockery
Porters:
All porters’ wages, kits and insurance
Guide:
English speaking Guide and his wages, camp food, transport and his insurance
General Services:
Tips for baggage handling at airport & at hotels
Fees: (Bridge crossing, cable crossing, camping)
International flights tickets re-confirmations
Custom clearing assistance (only for forieūgners )
Services not included in given price
Member international flight tickets
Member personal insurance
Sleeping bag and all personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges
Room service,
Any unforeseen expenses (just like road block extra hotel stay) etc.
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Mode of Payment:
-Advance Payment: 20,000 PKR
-Instalment schedule can be finalised with individual Sunrise Adventure on request
-Last date of full payment: at the time of departure
For Online deposits:
Account: Sunrise Adventure
Account Number: PK57ALFH0211001006485769
Swift Code: ALFHPKKAXXX
Bank Alfalah Skardu Branch
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