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Muztagh Ata Base CampTrekking
Sure an awe-inspiring experience when you see the azure blue Karakul Lake and hike through gorgeous valley between Muztagh Ata massive and Kongur Massive
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This trekking holiday requires physically fit and previous hiking skills as it navigates through steep slopes, massive glaciers, and high altitudes. However, the reward is great, as it offers unparalleled views of Muztagh and Kongur Massifs
Trip description
Best season
Mid-June, July, August
Itinerary
| Day | Activity |
|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Kashgar, hotel |
| 2 | Drive to Karakul Lake and stays at Hostel |
| 3 | Trek to Kumuqi, gear hauled by Bactrian camels, camping |
| 4 | Kumuqi to Koqkaqi via Kangxiwa, camping |
| 5 | Koqkaqi to Janbulak, camping |
| 6 | Janbulak to Qaltumak via Muztagh Ata BC, camping |
| 7 | Drive back to Kashgar |
| 8 | City tour |
| 9 | Departure |
Inclusion
- Details for this trip are tailored to your needs. Reach out for a personalized itinerary!
Exclusion
- Exclusions depend on the specific tour. Get in touch for precise details!
Tailor-made Options
We organize this trek on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, or any individuals.
Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.
Important Notes
1. This trip starts in Kashgar and ends in Kashgar. It is very convenient to arrive in Kashgar through any major cities in China, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Xian, Urumchi. It is also accessible by land passes , such as Torugart or Erkeshtam pass via Kyrgyzstan and Khunjerab pass via Pakistan. We would like to offer our additional service at reasonable cost per request.
2. Due to the demands of travelling at high altitudes, this trek requires a good level of fitness and stamina to cope with few long days. You will be trekking on hilly terrain, generally on well-defined paths, walking anywhere between 4–7 hours. Altitude may exceed 4900 meters.
3. Trekking Holidays still presents an enormous challenge despite modern equipment and tactics. We strongly recommend taking out a travel insurance (including trip cancellation, interruption, medical treatment and more) from reliable insurance company.
4. Trekking Holidays still presents an enormous challenge despite modern equipment and tactics. We strongly recommend taking out a travel insurance (including trip cancellation, interruption, medical treatment and more) from reliable insurance company.
5. In case of weather conditions leading to cancellations or delays in flights, this trip will operate on an alternate itinerary. Please note that while we endeavor to assist all our clients in achieving their goals, there may be times your leader makes the decision to either delay or stop your trip based on your medical conditions and AMS symptoms.
