K6 K7 Charakusa Valley Trek
Trek through Hushe Valley and the Charakusa Glacier to K6 and K7 Base Camp, with Laila Peak and Masherbrum views.
Request trek planHighest point
Above 4,000 m
Trip length
15 days
Difficulty
Easy to moderate
Best season
June – September
Group size
4–12 people
Region
Hushe & Charakusa Valley
About the trek
K6 K7 Charakusa Valley Trek 2026
The K6 K7 Charakusa Valley Trek enters one of the Karakoram’s finest granite valleys from Hushe village. Beyond Saicho, the trail follows the Charakusa Glacier toward Spangsar and the immense walls of K6 and K7.
This non-technical base-camp trek combines glacier travel, quiet alpine camps and exceptional views of Laila Peak, Masherbrum and the surrounding rock spires. Good fitness and previous multi-day trekking experience are recommended.
K6 and K7 base-camp scenery
Charakusa Glacier and Spangsar
Laila Peak and Masherbrum views
Saicho and Hushe Valley camps
Day-by-day route
Detailed trek itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Islamabad
Reception and briefing.
Day 2
Fly to Skardu
Flight or Karakoram Highway contingency.
Day 3
Skardu preparation
Gear and permit checks.
Day 4
Drive through Khaplu
Travel into Ghanche District.
Day 5
Skardu to Hushe
Reach the final road-access village.
Day 6
Hushe to Saicho
Begin trekking beside the Hushe River.
Day 7
Saicho to Spangsar
Enter the Charakusa Valley’s glacier landscape.
Day 8
K6 and K7 Base Camp
Reach the base-camp area below the major granite peaks.
Day 9
Exploration day
Visit viewpoints toward K6, K7 and Laila Peak.
Day 10
Return through Charakusa
Begin descending toward Saicho.
Day 11
Base Camp to Saicho
Return to the lower campsite.
Day 12
Trek to Hushe
Complete the walking route.
Day 13
Drive to Skardu
Return via Khaplu.
Day 14
Fly to Islamabad
Weather-dependent return flight.
Day 15
Departure
Airport transfer.
Trek experience
Fully supported Karakoram camping
The local team manages permits, transport, porter logistics, camps and meals so trekkers can focus on safe pacing and the landscape. Exact camps remain flexible for trail, glacier and weather conditions.
What is covered
Included & not included
Included
- Airport assistance and scheduled in-country transfers
- Hotels in Islamabad and Skardu
- Domestic transport in the planned itinerary
- Trekking permits and local coordination
- All meals during camping days
- Experienced guide, cook and porter team
- Group camping, kitchen and dining equipment
- Staff wages, meals and insurance
Not included
- International flights and Pakistan visa
- Personal clothing, boots and sleeping bag
- Travel and helicopter evacuation insurance
- Tips, personal expenses and unlisted meals
- Costs caused by weather delays or early return
Preparation
Fitness & essential skills
Prepare with sustained hill walking, a loaded daypack and consecutive long days. Bring broken-in boots, layered clothing and insurance covering trekking and evacuation to Above 4,000 m.
Common questions
K6 K7 Charakusa Valley Trek FAQ
Is the itinerary fixed?
No. Flights, roads, glacier conditions, acclimatization and weather can change the schedule.
Is technical experience required?
Technical climbing is not normally required, but glacier awareness, excellent fitness and confidence on rough terrain are important.
What should I send with my enquiry?
Share your trekking history, highest altitude, preferred dates and group size so we can prepare the right plan.
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