Hushey Valley – Saraqsa Glacier & K-7 Base Camp Trek

The Saraqsa Glacier & K-7 Base Camp Trek in Hushey Valley is a hidden gem in the heart of the Karakoram. This off-the-beaten-path trek offers dramatic views of K-7 (6,934m) and surrounding granite spires, along with the wild beauty of the Saraqsa Glacier. The trail winds through charming Hushey villages, alpine meadows, and glacial landscapes, making it ideal for nature lovers and photographers. It’s a moderately challenging trek with rich rewards—serenity, rugged beauty, and a close-up view of one of the most striking peaks in Baltistan.

Tour Overview

Skardu – Hushey – Shayescho – Changkhil – Spangser – K6 Base Camp – Hushey – Skardu – Islamabad

Why Choose This Tour?

Off-the-Beaten-Path

Explore one of the Karakoram’s least-visited but most spectacular valleys

Granite Spires

Marvel at K7’s dramatic 2,000m granite walls and the surrounding ‘Cathedral Range’

Glacial Diversity

Experience both the Saraqsa Glacier’s wild ice formations and lush alpine meadows

Authentic Balti Culture

Stay in traditional Hushe villages and learn about mountain life

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

SKARDU – HUSHEY (3250m)

06 hrs drive by jeep to Hushey. Begin trekking/camping.

Day 02

HUSHEY – SHAYESCHO (3600m)

Trek for 04 hours.

Day 03

SHAYESCHO – CHANGKHIL (3700m)

Trek for 03 hours.

Day 04

CHANGKHIL – SPANGSER (4000m)

Trek for 04 hours.

Day 05

SPANGSER – K6 BASE CAMP (4400m)

Trek for 03 hours.

Day 06

K6 BASE CAMP

Free day for hiking and exploring the area.

Day 07

K6 BASE CAMP – SHAYCHO

Trek for 03 hours.

Day 08

SHAYCHO – HUSHEY – SKARDU

04 hours trek to Hushey, then 06 hours drive by jeep to Skardu. End of trekking/camping.

Day 09

SKARDU – ISLAMABAD/BISHAM

Fly to Islamabad or drive to Bisham. Upon arrival, de-briefing.

Day 10

FLY OUT

Transfer to the airport for onward flight to abroad.

What's Included

Trekking fees and permit
Assistance upon arrival/departure
Briefing/Debriefing at Tourism Department
Hotel accommodation with full board meals
All meals during trek as per itinerary
Porterage of 16 kg per person
Road transfers between airport/hotel and within city as per itinerary
Sleeping tents, mattresses, mess, kitchen and toilet tent with tables/field stools and camping ground fees
Kitchen equipment, crockery, cutlery, fuel and related community gear
Wages of English speaking guide, sardar, cook and assistant (s)
Insurance of our field staff and low altitude porters (except helicopter rescue)
Porterage at airports, hotels, toll taxes and parking fee etc
A bottle of mineral water per person per day basis in cities & boiled water during the trek

What's Not Included

International airfare, airport tax, excess baggage charges
Sleeping bags, personal and climbing equipment of any kind high altitude food and oxygen
Medications, ground evacuations and helicopter rescue charges of any kind
Room services, laundry, beverages, phone/communication bills and items of personal nature
Insurance liability of member (s) and other under force majeure conditions
Any other service not mentioned in this condition sheet

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Fixed Departure Dates

Contact for Price

per person

Duration

10 Days

Season

End of May – End of September

Group Size

6-12 people

Difficulty

Moderate

Hushey Valley – Saraqsa Glacier & K-7 Base Camp Trek

Tour Overview