We depart from the iconic village of Passu after a final gear check. The trail leads us onto the lateral moraine of the Batura Glacier. We navigate a mix of rocky sections and narrow shepherd trails. As the gorge opens up, we reach Kirgaswashk, a serene pasture where we set up our first camp. The contrast between the grey glacier and the green grass is striking.

Today we push deeper into the Batura wilderness. The trail involves traversing small glacial streams and undulating moraine ridges. As we gain altitude, the air becomes crisper and the views more expansive. We arrive at Yashperth, a beautiful summer settlement nestled between the mountain wall and the glacier. The local shepherds often welcome visitors with fresh yak milk or yogurt

Today is designed for recovery and immersion. At Karakoram Mountain Experts, we use this day to ensure everyone is well-acclimatized for the hike to Futmahell. You can spend the day exploring traditional shepherd huts, photographing the rare flora of the high Karakoram, or simply sitting by the glacier’s edge to listen to the “groans” of the moving ice.

The highlight of the trek. We start early to catch the morning light on the Batura Wall. The trail to Futmahell offers a breathtaking close-up of the peaks. You are now standing in front of one of the longest continuous mountain walls on earth. After a picnic lunch with views of the massive icefalls, we descend back to the comfort of our camp at Yashperth.

The final day is a long but rewarding descent. We retrace our steps through the Batura Valley, enjoying the downward perspective of the Passu Cones. Upon arriving in Passu Village, we check into our hotel for a well-deserved hot shower. We end the day with a sunset walk through the apricot orchards of the village and a celebratory dinner.