Broad Peak Expedition

Overview of Broad Peak Expedition

Broad Peak Overview

Broad Peak is the 12th highest mountain in the world, with an elevation of 8,051 meters (26,414 feet). It is located in the Karakoram range, part of the greater Himalayas, on the border between Pakistan and China, in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan.

Key Facts about Broad Peak:

• Location: Karakoram Range, Baltoro Glacier, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan-China border

• Altitude: 8,051 meters (26,414 feet)

• Range: Karakoram (part of the greater Himalayan system)

• Coordinates: Approximately 35.81°N, 76.57°E

• First Ascent: June 9, 1957, by an Austrian team led by Fritz Wintersteller, Marcus Schmuck, Kurt Diemberger, and Hermann Buhl

Climbing Broad Peak

• Normal Route:

  • The West Ridge, via the Broad Peak Base Camp (4,900 m).

  • It includes 3 main camps (Camp I, II, III) before the summit push.

• Difficulty: Considered technically less demanding than K2, but still an extreme high-altitude climb with significant objective dangers (avalanches, crevasses, weather).

• Climbing Season: Late June to August, during the Karakoram summer climbing window.

• Permit Required: Yes, through the Ministry of Tourism, Pakistan.

Why is it called "Broad Peak"?

The name "Broad Peak" was given by British explorer W.M. Conway in 1892 due to the mountain's immense summit ridge, which stretches over 1.5 kilometers.
The local Balti name is "Falchan Kangri," which also means “Broad Mountain.”

 Nearby Landmarks

• K2 (8,611 m): Just 8 kilometers away—Broad Peak is part of the same cluster of 8,000ers.

• Gasherbrum Peaks

• Concordia and Baltoro Glacier – starting points for many expeditions in the Karakoram.

Broad Peak Expedition – 8051m

Duration: 45 Days | Location: Karakoram Range, Pakistan
Season: June – August | Grade: Extreme | Group Size: 2–12 climbers
Organized by: Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd.

Package Highlights

• Full-service expedition with experienced Sherpa/high-altitude support.

• Climb the 12th highest peak in the world.

• Acclimatization at Concordia, near K2 Base Camp.

• Logistics handled from Islamabad to Base Camp and back.

• Medical, satellite, and weather communication support.

 Day-by-Day Itinerary (Sample)

Day 01: Arrival in Islamabad, Pakistan – Expedition briefing
Day 02: Free day in Islamabad – Final preparations
Day 03: Flight to Skardu (or drive via Karakoram Highway)
Day 04: Rest and permit process in Skardu
Day 05–06: Drive to Askole via Jeep – Trek starting point
Day 07–12: Trek from Askole to Broad Peak Base Camp (4,900m) via Concordia
Day 13–38: Climbing Period – Camp I (5,800m), Camp II (6,300m), Camp III (7,100m), Summit (8,051m)
Day 39–42: Descend to Askole and drive to Skardu
Day 43: Fly/drive to Islamabad
Day 44: Debriefing with Ministry of Tourism
Day 45: Final departure

Price per person (full service):

USD 12,800 (2–4 climbers)

USD 11,500 (5+ climbers)

Prices may vary based on custom logistics or private services.