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Trekking in the Karakoram
Pakistan: K2, Snow Lake, Gondogoro La and Nanga Parbat
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A guidebook to 3 high-altitude treks in Pakistan's Karakoram mountains, plus 2 shorter routes on the flanks of Nanga Parbat in the neighbouring Himalaya.
| Cordee Code: | CP0419 |
|---|---|
| Page Size: | 116 x 172 mm |
| No of Pages: | 256 |
| Publisher: | Cicerone Press |
| ISBN13: | 9781786310569 |
| Author: | Bart Jordans, Tom Richardson |
| Published Date: | April 2024 |
| Edition: | 1st Edition, March 2024 |
| Binding: | Paperback (flapped) |
| Illustrations: | Colour photos and mapping |
| Weight: | 275g |
| Geoarea: | Karakoram |
| Product Type: | Guide Books |
| Countries: | Pakistan |
A guidebook to 3 high-altitude treks in Pakistan's Karakoram mountains, plus 2 shorter routes on the flanks of Nanga Parbat in the neighbouring Himalaya. With the exception of the Fairy Meadows trek, all the routes are strenuous and are recommended for experienced trekkers.
The guide includes 3 treks of 12 days each (excluding rest days): Biafo to Hispar via Snow Lake; a K2 Base Camp Trek; and a crossing of Gondogoro La. The Nanga Parbat routes visit Fairy Meadows (3 days) and Diamir or West Face (5 days).
Route description illustrated with 1:100,000 mapping and elevation profiles
Advice on planning and preparation, including trek operators
Safety considerations
History of mountaineering and exploration in the Karakoram
Offers views of 5 of the world?s 8000m peaks
The guide includes 3 treks of 12 days each (excluding rest days): Biafo to Hispar via Snow Lake; a K2 Base Camp Trek; and a crossing of Gondogoro La. The Nanga Parbat routes visit Fairy Meadows (3 days) and Diamir or West Face (5 days).
Route description illustrated with 1:100,000 mapping and elevation profiles
Advice on planning and preparation, including trek operators
Safety considerations
History of mountaineering and exploration in the Karakoram
Offers views of 5 of the world?s 8000m peaks
