Koh-e-Brobar (Mount Equality)

50 Days
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ASIA, PAKISTAN, KARAKORAM, GHUJERAB MUZTAGH

Koh-e-Brobar (Mount Equality)

15 Days

Starting From 3,200$

Koh-e-Brobar also known as the Mountain of Equality  is a powerful symbol of unity, resilience, and equal opportunity in the mountains of Pakistan. Rising from the remote Shimshal Valley in Hunza, this newly recognized peak has become a beacon for climbers who believe mountaineering should be open, inclusive, and empowering for everyone. Samina Baig is the first Pakistani woman to summit Koh-e-Brobar Peak with her brother Mirza Ali. After her historic ascent, Koh-e-Brobar Peak is also popularly referred to as Samina Peak in honor of Samina Baig.

The expedition to Koh-e-Brobar offers a rare combination of technical climbing, pure alpine wilderness, and strong cultural significance. The route follows majestic glaciers, sharp ridgelines, and untouched snow slopes with breathtaking views of the Karakoram giants.
This mountain is more than a summit — it is a message: Every climber deserves a chance to rise.

Karakorum Expeditions is proud to pioneer this ascent through our trained local teams, world-class logistics, and indigenous rope-fixing specialists. With a 1:1 guide ratio, premium base camp services, and deep experience in Shimshal, we ensure the safest and most professional climbing experience on this symbolic peak.

Key Features of the Koh-e-Brobar Expedition

  • Symbolic Summit: Dedicated to equality, opportunity, and empowerment in mountaineering

  • Remote Alpine Environment: Pure wilderness far from commercial routes

  • Technical but Accessible: Perfect for climbers aiming to grow their skills

  • Expert Local Teams: Rope fixing and guide support by Shimshal’s most experienced climbers

  • Cultural Immersion: Experience the legendary hospitality and climbing heritage of Shimshal

  • Eco-Friendly Approach: Clean-mountain practices and responsible tourism

Altitude

8,611m
28,251ft.

Group Size

10-12 People

Grade

Very Difficult

Walking

6 – 8 Hours

Available Tours

 

Detail about the package

What's included

Day 1: Arrival in Islamabad

-Transfer to Hotel

Day 2: Fly / or drive to Gilgit

-Drive to Hunza from Gilgit Airport ( 2hours Drive)

-Overnight in Hunza

Day 3. Drive to Shimshal

-Today we will drive to Shimshal Valley (Jeep ride 4-5 hours)

Day 4. Shimshal (Prepration and Rest Day)

Day 5. Shimshal -Zarthgurben

Day 6. Zarthgurben-Shipodeen

Day 7. Shipodeen over Boisom pass-Base camp (4days for climbing) back via same route

Day 11. Shipodeen-Zarthgurben

Day 12. Zarthgurben-Shimshal

Day 13. Shimshal Valley

Day 14. Shimshal-Karimabad, Hunza

-Back to Hunza Valley

-Overnight in Hunza/Gilgit (Depends on the flight timings)

Day 15. Karimabad Hunza-Islamabad

-Fly or drive to Islamabad

 

Please note: The flight schedule is flexible, as climbing expeditions can sometimes take up to 6-8 days.

    • Arrival & Departure: Pick and drop facility- Airport/Hotel/Airport

     

    • Accommodation: 7 nights stay = 2 Islamabad and 2 nights in Hunza, and 3 nights in Shimshal Valley.

     

    • Welcome dinner: One Welcome Dinner in Pakistani restaurant in Hunza

     

    • Basecamp setups: Sleeping tent, Dining tent (Shared), Kitchen Tent, Toilet tent.

     

    • Domestic Transportation: All required transportation for members and staff as per itinerary

     

    • Staff salary and allowances: All staffs & porters’ daily wages/ equipment/ food/ clothing and personal insurances (Medical & Emergency rescue insurance)

     

    • Member luggage: 35kg per member

     

    • Food & Lodging: Three meals a day during trekking & at Basecamp

     

    • Hot & Cold Drinks: Facility of hot drinking water as per need
      • Permits: All required permits.

       

      • High camp setups: High Camp tents for Member and High-Altitude Guide, Essential cooking equipment, high altitude foods and gears

       

      • KE Guide: Group Guide

       

      • Solar panels and Generator for charging batteries and power in basecamp (lights)

       

      • Basecamp staffs: Basecamp Cooks & Kitchen Assistants

       

      • Porters: Porters up to and back from Basecamp

       

      • Emergency satellite phone with expedition leader

       

      • Walkie Talkie for Guide and group
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  • Arrival & Departure: Airport – Hotel transfers Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
  • Hotel Accommodation In Islamabad: 7 nights hotel Hotel in Islamabad, Hunza, Shimshal on bed & breakfast Basis (Dual Occupancy)
  • Welcome Dinner: One Welcome Dinner in Hunza.
  • Expedition Paper work.
  • Insurance: Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Expedition staffs during the trek and expedition.
  • Member transportation:
    • Domestic Flight : Flight for all members for Islamabad to Gilgit and gilgit to Islamabad as per Itinerary.
    • Land Transportation (Members) : Drive by Jeep to Shimshal Valley and on returning to Karimabad, Hunza Valley.
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  • Member Luggage: Up to 35 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters.
  • Food: Food 3 meals a day (BDL) during the trek and expedition.
  • All Necessary equipment for Camping during the trek.
  • Porter: Porters per member up to Base camp from Shimshal Valley & Porters while returning from Base camp to Shimshal Valley
  • Base Camp Staff: Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & Kitchen Helpers as required
  • Staff Salary & Allowance: All Pakistani staffs & porters daily wages, salary, equipment, foods & clothing.
  • Base Camp Tent: Each member will have individual tent in Base Camp.
  • Base Camp Equipment: At Base camp: 1 Dinning Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gears.
  •  Solar/Generator/Light: 1 Solar panel or Generator for battery charge and light at base camp for use.
  • Comprehensive Medical kit for group and staffs.
  • International airfare to and from Islamabad.
  • International airfare and Airport departure taxes or excess baggage charges (for domestic flight).
  • Pakistan Visa Charges
    • Extra night in hotel: Extra nights’ accommodation in Islamabad/Hunza/ Shimshal. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Insurance: Travel and high-altitude insurance, accident, medical & emergency evacuation. Trip cancellation Insurance.
  • Rescue Evacuation: Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs.)
  • Personal Expenses: Telephone, Internet, battery recharge, shower, Laundry, any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Islamabad but we will serve all kinds of beverages for members in basecamp), and Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking /Climbing Gears.
  • Filming: Special Filming, Camera and Drone permit and its fee (if required).
  • Extra: Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary. Our Company’s Service will be “Zero” above Base Camp (If the client has selected just Base Camp services)
  • Gluten Free food cost extra as per the client demand.
  • Storage charges at airport and clearing agent charges.
  • Summit bonus tips: Minimum USD 400-700 (mandatory). In case you do not summit, please discuss with expedition leader on expected tips to give.
  • Lunch & Dinner in Islamabad and Skardu
  • Please calculate some tips for Basecamp staffs & porters. For Porters tips, please speak to the active guide looking after you. For Basecamp staff recommended USD 100+ (Rest up to you)
  • The full set of members personal climbing gears and clothing
  • Insurance: Travel and High-Altitude Insurance / Accident / Medical / emergency evacuation upto 6000m
  • Any other items not listed in the “Price includes” section

Equipment List We are providing you with three lists for the Trek. List 1 and 2 contain items and equipments that you must bring. The third list contains optional items you might need on your trekking holiday. Based on your own judgment you can select things that you might need from the third list.


List 1 – Must Bring Items:
  • First Aid Pack (Diamox (Altitude), Dioralite (re-hydration salts), antiseptic cream, blister treatment, throat lozenges, plasters, Imodium (diarrhea treatment), painkillers)
  • Hiking Backpack (Day Pack) 32-42 Litres
  • Fleece jacket with hood or a warm jumper
  • Mittens or gloves
  • Gloves (Thermal)
  • Headtorch with spare batteries
  • Hiking boots
  • Sleeping bag (-16°C comfort rated)
  • Sandals (sports) or old shoes (to cross rivers)
  • Sun protection cream (including total block for nose, lips etc.)
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunhat
  • Thermarest or any similar mat/pad for sleeping
  • Warm hat
  • Warm jacket (down)
  • Water bottles 1 liter (x2)
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Waterproof over-trousers
  • Antibacterial hand wash
  • Shirts/T-shirts
  • Small towel
  • Socks
  • Spare laces
  • Underwear (normal and thermal)
  • Trekking poles (highly recommended)
  • Wash-bag and toiletries
  • Walking socks (2/3 pairs)
  • Baselayer – leggings (Thermal)
  • Trekking Trousers
  • Baselayer thermal shirts (2 long sleeves, 2 short sleeves)
  • Mountaineering equipment (See “List 2” below)


List 2 – Mountaineering Equipments:

  • Crampons
  • Mountaineering boots that must be compatible with your crampons. Minimum Grade B2.
  • Ice axe
  • Climbing harness
  • Karabiner/Carabiner (screwgate type x 2)
  • Climbing helmet
  • Prusik loops X two (2) – (4 meters of 6 mm cord makes up 2)
  • Sling (120 cm)

List 3 – Optional:

  • Buff or scarf
  • Small padlock (for locking your bag)
  • Camera
  • Insect repellant
  • Pen-knife (important: pack sharp tools in hold luggage)
  • Repair kit (e.g. thread, needle, duct tape)
  • Liner (for sleeping bag)
  • Travel clothes
  • Bottle for Pee

Minimum Group Participants and holiday Status The required number of participant bookings i.e. six (6) registrations are required to conduct the “Fixed departures”. Although we receive several guests for each fixed departure, we feel that it is important to mention it. You can make sure of the trip status on this page. Status “available” means we are registering guests and “guaranteed” means we have crossed the required number of participants and the trip will commence on the given dates. We will constantly be in touch with all our guests who register. We will timely guide you step by step regarding visa applications and flight reservations to Pakistan etc.


Travel Documents & Visa In order to apply for visas to Pakistan, you generally need a passport expiring later than (6) months. For more reliable and updated information, we suggest you to contact the nearest Pakistani consulate or embassy in your country. We expect that you will take full responsibility for ensuring you have the right travel documents. Normally if you are visiting non-EU countries, you must check for 2 vacant pages in your travel document (passport) for every country you plan to travel. A tourist visa (visit visa) is required to come to Pakistan for trekking. People on work visas (already in Pakistan/abroad) require a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) which normally takes up to 6 weeks. The requirements and fee for tourist visas to Pakistan is normally around 200 USD but for accurate information you should consult Pakistani consulates nearby. To apply for a tourist visa, you will need a Letter of Invitation from our company and sometimes a duplicate (copy) of the “government trekking permit” for the group, processed by us. We will help you with all necessary documents to obtain the visa once you register with us.

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