Introduction:
Churko Peak, standing at 4,300 meters, is the highest peak in the Siran Valley. The trek offers a mix of great views, lush meadows, fresh water streams and alpine forests. With a mix of moderate to challenging trails and a relatively short duration, it is an ideal choice for both avid hikers and experienced trekkers. Due to its altitude and trail difficulty, Churko Peak serves as an excellent warm-up trek for those preparing for more serious high-altitude expeditions in the North later in the season.
Cost Included/Excluded
- Booked transport between Islamabad and Siran Valley
- 4x4 jeep between Mandakucha and Jacha
- Accommodation at the Mandakucha guest house (triple sharing)
- Travel & Trek Meals
- Services of Trek Leader, Guides, Porters and Kitchen Staff
- Mess Tent/Local Huts for dining
- Tents (double occupancy)
- Basic first aid kit
- Complimentary Porters luggage of 5kg
- Backend liaisons/POC in Islamabad
- Support and guidance on gear requirement and procurement
- End-to-End mentorship, guidance and expectations setting for each Individual
- Lifelong memories, bonds, experiences and laughters
- Personal gear (e.g. sleeping bag, clothing, footwear, technical gear etc.)
- Insurance/evacuation/ hospitalization
- Excess baggage charges
- Tips to staff (guides/porters/ kitchen crew etc.)
- Any unforeseen/unplanned expenses like additional stay(s) due to road-blocks etc.
- Insurance liability and other under force majeure conditions, medical aid and helicopter rescue coverage of members etc.
- Anything not listed in the Inclusions section
Itinerary
In the evening, we depart on booked transport via the Hazara Motorway toward Madakucha Village in Siran Valley. Upon arrival, we settle into a local village guest house, followed by dinner and rest for the night.
After breakfast at a local guest house, we transfer to Jeeps for a 30-minute drive to Jacha, where our hike begins. We trek toward Qutbaik/Kala Pani summer settlement, where we set up camps. Overnight stay in tents.
After breakfast, start of the trek towards Bagri Maidan/Kala Pathar. Lite refreshment on the way and continue the trek and camp at serene & pristine meadows of Bagri. Overnight stay in tents.
Today is the summit day. We wake up before dawn, pack up, and start the summit push after breakfast. This will be a demanding climb, requiring endurance and determination. After reaching the Churko summit (4,300m), we descend back to the campsite, arriving by evening. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
After breakfast, start trek back towards Jacha. Lite refreshment at Dhor and continue the trek towards Jacha. Tranfer to Jeeps and drive towards Manda Gucha.
