Laila Peak Expedition

Laila Peak (6,096m / 20,000ft) is one of the most stunning mountains in the Karakoram, located in the Hushe Valley of Baltistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. Known for its dramatic spear-like shape and striking beauty, Laila Peak is often called one of the most photogenic mountains in the world.

Tour Overview

Steep northwest face and west ridge, Gondogoro Glacier, Hushe Valley

Why Choose This Tour?

Iconic Summit

The iconic needle-shaped summit is considered one of the sharpest in the Karakoram.

Breathtaking Views

Stunning views of K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum peaks, Masherbrum, and Gondogoro La Pass.

Cultural Immersion

An adventure combined with the unique Balti culture of Hushe Valley.

Technical Challenge

A technical and challenging climb requiring advanced alpine experience and knowledge of ice and rock climbing.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Islamabad

Arrival in Islamabad.

Day 02

Islamabad to Skardu/Chilas

Fly to Skardu. In case of flight cancellation, drive to Chilas (12-14hrs drive).

Day 03

Chilas to Skardu

Day free at Skardu. If driving, complete road journey (07-08hrs) to Skardu (275km) en-route has good view of Nanga Parbat (8125m).

Day 04

Skardu

Briefing at Tourism Department.

Day 05

Skardu to Hushey (3000m)

Jeep drive to Hushey (5-6 hrs).

Day 06

Hushey to Shayescho (3300m)

4 hrs trek to Shayescho.

Day 07

Shayescho to Laila Peak Base Camp (4000m)

5-6 hrs trek to Laila Peak Base Camp.

Day 08-23

Acclimatization and Climbing

15 days for acclimatization and climbing.

Day 24-27

Trek back to Skardu

Trek back to Skardu following the same route.

Day 28

Skardu to Islamabad/Chilas

Fly to Islamabad. In case of flight cancellation, drive to Chilas.

Day 29

Islamabad

Leisure day in Islamabad. In case of driving, complete the road journey from Chilas to Islamabad.

Day 30

Fly Out

Transfer to the airport for the onward flight.

What's Included

Liaison with the Ministry of Tourism in Islamabad for the trekking permit process
Process of import/export permit from the Ministry of Tourism
Clearance of cargo before arrival of the team and its storage
Assistance upon arrival/departure
Briefing/Debriefing at Tourism Department
Hotel accommodation in Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Chilas and Skardu
All meals during trek and at B.C. as per itinerary
Porterage of 75 kg per person of expedition equipment and high altitude food etc. to the B.C. and 50 kg per person on return from BC
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 and basic kit 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
Mail handling/forwarding to BC/overseas except postage charges
Hiring of HAPs, mail runner (s) and any other crew as per requirement
Pollution and Environmental fee or any other fee required to be paid to the Government of Pakistan
A bottle of mineral water per person per day basis in cities

What's Not Included

Trekking/climbing Permit fee
International & domestic airfare, airport tax, excess baggage charges
Surface transfers in case of flight cancellations to the kick-off point
High altitude porters/any crew above BC
Tents, sleeping bags, personal and climbing equipment of any kind beyond base camp including 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
Clearing agent charges
Any other service not mentioned in this condition sheet

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Fixed Departure Dates

Contact for Price

per person

Duration

30 Days

Season

June to September

Group Size

6-12 people

Difficulty

Moderate

Laila Peak Expedition

Tour Overview