General
Gangsingay Peak Base Camp Trek (2024-25)
The Gangsingay Peak Base Camp Trek is a magnificent experience near Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. On your route to Gangsingay Peak’s base camp, you’ll pass through traditional villages, traverse high mountains, and see beautiful vistas of legendary peaks like Nanga Parbat, K2, and Mashabrum. Ideal for hikers seeking both adventure and serenity in an isolated alpine area.
Dates & Cost – Gangsingay Peak Base Camp Trek
Summers are ideal for the Gangsingay Peak Base Camp Trek. The start and end dates in the table below are your arrival and departure dates from Pakistan. The months mentioned below are the ideal months for trekking in the Karakoram region of Pakistan. We have guaranteed departures every year. Our dates and costs for the thek are given below.
| Start Dates | End Dates | Price (USD) | Availability | Deposit | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-Jun-2024 | 01-Jul-2024 | US$ 1,600 | Limited Space | US$ 260 | BOOK NOW |
| 20-Jun-2025 | 01-Jul-2025 | US$ 1,600 | Available | US$ 260 | BOOK NOW |
| Start Dates | End Dates | Price (USD) | Availability | Deposit | Registration |
Holiday Information
- Licensed professional guide (government requirement)
- Airport transfers on the first and last day
- All road transport in Pakistan
- Hotel accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing rooms)
- Trekking accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing tents)
- Hotel meals in Pakistan (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Trekking meals in Pakistan (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Trekking logistics (tents, non-personal equipments and tools)
- Support staff (cook, assistant(s) etc)
- Porters for trekking equipments, kitchen (supplies, tools, equipments, crockery, gas) and personal luggage
- Travel Insurance (recommendations only)
- Visa to Pakistan (supporting documents offered)
- International airfare
- Personal equipments (list provided on registration or request)
- Tips for guides, porters, staff etc
- Miscellaneous (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenir etc)
Itinerary – Gangsingay Peak Base Camp Trek
The itinerary for the Gangsingay Peak Base Camp Trek is given below.
Day 02: Fly to Skardu, Karakoram
Day 03: Sightseeing day in Skardu
Day 04: Drive to Stakchan
Day 05: Trek to Gamba Khalas
Day 06: Trek to Gangsingay Base Camp
Day 07: Rest Day
Day 08: Trek to Bong Bong
Day 09: Trek to Bolcho
Day 10: Drive back to Skardu
Day 11: Fly back to Islamabad
Day 12: Fly back Home
Why Register Early?
1. Early Bird Discount: The given prices for the holiday are limited-time discount offers and are subject to change. Service providers including (but not limited) to airlines and hotels increase prices in peak-season. Early reservations cost less than peak-season.
2. Limited Flight Seats: Domestic flight seats to the Karakorams and Himalayas are sold out way ahead of time because there are only two daily flights during peak season. Among other things, the deposit is used to book domestic flights for you in advance.
3. Pay Balance after arrival in Pakistan: In these unusual times, we appreciate that paying the final balance for your trip may cause concern. Our policy is to only receive your final balance once you arrive in Pakistan. The only payment before arrival is the deposit.
4. Deposit valid for 3 years: We understand the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic (Covid-19). As part of our relaxed booking conditions following Covid-19, deposits are valid for 2 years.
6. Pay Minimum Deposit: The deposits for the holiday are also early-bird discounts and automatically change accordingly:
- 1st October: USD 190
- 1st November: USD 290
- 1st January: USD 350
- 15th February: USD 400
- 1st March: USD 450
- 1st May: USD 490
Note: The same dates above apply to next season's deposits.
Refund Policy for All
Deposit: Once paid, the deposit is non-refundable (but valid for 2 years) as it will be spent on making in-country arrangements.
Balance: Pay the balance only after arrival in Pakistan on the first day. Payment guidelines will be shared timely.
Currency
All international travelers can pay in US Dollars (USD) or equivalent in Euros (EUR) or Pound Sterling (GBP). Pakistani travelers are charged the equivalent in Pakistani Rupees (PKR).
Single Supplement
Separate hotel rooms (single supplement) will cost an additional USD 290. This includes all hotel nights. This payment should be made with the balance upon arrival.
Separate tents (single tent) will cost an additional USD 180. This includes the cost of additional porterage. This payment should also be made with the balance in Pakistan.
As Featured In:
| Apricot Tours' Social Responsibility |
| 1 foreign trekker = 5 trees |
| Apricot Tours will plant five trees for every foreign trekker who visits Pakistan for trekking to Nanga Parbat. The trees will be planted in the northern areas of Pakistan starting from 2019 as part of our CSR initiative. We aim to contribute to "Goal 13: Climate Action" of UN's Sustainable Development Goals by taking part in the massive government campaign to plant 10 billion trees during the next five years to tackle climate change. Pakistan's adverse climate impacts are very much visible through changing temperatures, prolonged droughts, increased floods and extreme weather conditions especially in Pakistan's mountain regions. Pakistan stands 7th on the list of countries that are mostly likely to be affected by global warming and has one of the highest deforestation rates in Asia. Decades of tree felling have reduced the country's forests to less than 3 percent of its total land area. How planting trees will make a difference? Planting trees will help save energy and money, cool our cities, reduce carbon emissions, reduce soil erosion, provide habitat for species of many kinds, provide clean water and add to the beauty of Pakistan's mountain region by simply being there. Our participants can also donate separately. Details on this initiative can be requested. |
Overview – Gangsingay Peak Base Camp Trek
The Gangsingay Peak Base Camp Trek is a fascinating and culturally absorbing excursion into one of Gilgit-Baltistan’s most pristine and lesser-known locations, near Skardu. This journey begins in Shagarthang Lungma, a lovely valley southwest of Skardu, accessible via a jeep route between Kachura and Zhok Villages. The climb to Gangsingay Peak’s base camp begins with a night spent camping amid a lovely community populated by Brokpa Shina-speaking people originally from Astore. These settlements provide a rare view into traditional Balti architecture, with dwellings constructed in a style that has mostly remained untouched over generations. The journey offers hikers to experience the region’s original cultural history while being surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty.
The trip takes two days to reach the base camp and provides a constant view of the raw and spectacular Himalayan scenery. The trek to the base camp takes you through scenic valleys and lush pastures, culminating in a panoramic viewpoint with breathtaking views of Skardu city, the iconic Shatong Peak, the vast expanse of the Deosai Plains, and the towering giants of the Karakoram range, including Nanga Parbat, K2, and Mashabrum. The path also crosses through three high-altitude passes: Banak La (4963m), Alampi La (4955m), and Dari La (4724m), each of which provides distinct observation spots and access to nearby valleys such as Astore and Deosai.
The journey mixes the excitement of high-altitude trekking with the tranquility of secluded mountain towns, making it a remarkable experience for trekkers looking for both adventure and cultural understanding. The Gangsingay Range, with its towering icy summits, lives true to its name, which is formed from the Balti words for “Ice” (Gang) and “Top” (Singay), by providing a unique and tranquil experience away from the congested hiking paths of the more popular peaks.
Website Last Updated: October 29th, 2024
