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Field guide · Nature
Baltistan Division
Ghanche District · Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Hushe Valley
A Karakoram valley running up from Khaplu to Masherbrum, base for treks to Laila Peak, K6 and K7.
Hushe Valley follows the Hushe River from the Shyok, opposite Khaplu, north to Masherbrum (7,821 m) and its glaciers. Hushe village, in the middle of the valley, is the base for some of the Karakoram's best-known treks.
Why go
- ✦Masherbrum, 7,821 m, at the head of the valley
- ✦Laila Peak, K6 and K7
- ✦Hushe village, base for the treks
- ✦Side valleys to Gondogoro and Charakusa
About
Peaks above 6,000 m close in on every side, among them Laila Peak, K6 and K7. Side valleys branch off towards Gondogoro, Charakusa, Nangma, Nanbroq and Masherbrum; Gondogoro leads to the Gondogoro La crossing towards Concordia. Murtaza Peak (5,100 m), just behind K6 base camp, is a popular first objective for trekkers and beginners.
How to Reach
From Skardu to Khaplu, then north across the Shyok and up the Hushe valley road to Hushe village.
Responsible Travel
Use Leave No Trace principles, carry out all rubbish, avoid disturbing wildlife and livestock, and respect private/community land.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, June to September for treks; the road to Hushe is easiest from May to October.
Getting there, From Skardu to Khaplu, then north across the Shyok and up the Hushe valley road to Hushe village.
Allow, At least two nights; treks from Hushe take several days.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Hushe Valley, within 5 km.
Nothing else genuinely close by (within 5 km of Hushe Valley) is published yet.
