Explore some of the world’s most spectacular high-altitude trekking
terrain in Pakistan's Karakoram — home to legendary mountains such
as K2 and Nanga Parbat. From glacial basins like Snow Lake and the
mighty Biafo–Hispar glaciers to the high Gondogoro La pass, the
Karakoram combines dramatic scenery with demanding trekking routes.
Trekking in the Karakoram, written by expert Bart Jordans, is your
essential companion for planning and undertaking these remarkable
journeys. Covering five of the region’s best trekking experiences,
including the Fairy Meadows and Rakhiot Base Camp Trek, and a trek to
the Diamir Face, this guidebook combines reliable route descriptions
with practical expertise for routes suitable for experienced trekkers.
Detailed coverage of three major high-altitude Karakoram treks: Biafo
to Hispar via Snow Lake, the K2 Base Camp Trek, and the Gondogoro La
crossing via Concordia, with clear guidance and route description Two
shorter treks around Nanga Parbat — Fairy Meadows and Rakhiot Base
Camp (3 days), and a trek to the Diamir Face (5 days), offering a
variety for trekkers in Pakistan Practical planning advice, including
trek operators and preparation guidance, is provided to support
well-informed logistics and safer trekking choices during your trip to
South Asia Background information on mountaineering history and
exploration of the Karakoram, enriching your understanding of the
region’s cultural and alpine heritage 1:100,000 scale mapping and
elevation profiles are supported by GPX files, so you have all
navigational tools at your disposal, including for the K2 Base Camp
Trek With opportunities to witness views of five of the world’s
8,000 m peaks as part of the experience, trekking in the Karakoram
offers an unparalleled journey for the adventurous hiker. From the
brooding icefields of Snow Lake to the jaw-dropping mountain
amphitheatre of Concordia and the dramatic prominence of Nanga Parbat,
use this guidebook to confidently plan your Karakoram treks and
experience Asia’s most iconic high-altitude routes. All the author's
royalties from this guidebook (~£5 per book) will be matched by
Cicerone and donated to the Juniper Trust.
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Pakistan: K2, Snow Lake, Gondogoro La and Nanga Parbat
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781787650749
Publisert
2024
Utgiver
Cicerone Press Ltd
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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