Chogolisa W is one of several Chogolisa entries on the official List of Peaks for Gilgit-Baltistan, and getting the name right on your paperwork is half the battle. The Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) lists it at 6851 metres, which puts it in the six-thousand-metre class on the NADRA peaks table. Being on that list also means it’s covered by the national mountaineering permit framework: an expedition has to go through the registration and permit process set by the Tourism Department and the Directorate of Tourist Services (DTS).
Here’s what the official record says about Chogolisa W, what it leaves unsaid, and how to plan with care. Routes, grades, first-ascent claims and operator recommendations don’t appear in the verified record, so we haven’t included them. Instead, you’ll find the official permit process and practical guidance that applies across the region’s listed peaks.
Chogolisa W: key facts
| Record | What is listed |
|---|---|
| Official list | NADRA List of Peaks (Gilgit-Baltistan) |
| Listed elevation | 6851 m |
| Height class | six-thousand-metre |
| District | Not assigned by the NADRA table |
| Coordinates | Not verified in the catalog |
| Routes and grades | Not published |
| Snapshot date | 2026-08-26 |
Where Chogolisa W lies
On location, the record is thin. NADRA’s peaks table doesn’t assign Chogolisa W to an administrative district, and we don’t hold verified coordinates, so we haven’t mapped it. Gilgit-Baltistan as a whole is described as a mountainous area bordering Afghanistan, China and India, containing some of the world’s highest ranges. If your planning needs a precise position, take it from your registered operator and your official permit documents rather than from unverified maps.
Chogolisa W’s height in context
According to the NADRA snapshot of 2026-08-26, Chogolisa W stands at 6851 metres. Our catalog holds 104 NADRA-listed peaks with a stated elevation; of those, 98 are listed higher and 5 lower. That places Chogolisa W towards the lower end of the listed peaks, but don’t read “lower” as “easy”: any mountain this high is a serious high-altitude objective. Figures can also vary between sources and editions, so check the current number against official publications before you commit to an expedition.
The other Chogolisa entries
NADRA records several Chogolisa peaks separately, and it’s easy to mix them up when you’re filling in forms. Make sure you don’t confuse Chogolisa W with:
Your permit application should name the exact peak record you mean to attempt.
Ice, rock and weather
Our catalog doesn’t detail Chogolisa W’s terrain. In broad terms, Gilgit-Baltistan’s high peaks bring snow, ice, rock and glaciers, and the weather can turn quickly. Add altitude, cold and remoteness, and even an objective that looks straightforward becomes demanding. Plan to be self-sufficient, and expect to lose days along the way.
The permit process for Chogolisa W
The Tourism Department FAQ requires trekking and mountaineering registration, permits for restricted areas, and licensed guides and porters wherever they’re mandated. In practice, that means:
- an online trekking or mountaineering application
- payment of royalty and environment fees
- insurance
- supporting documents, such as tour-operator application materials, a route map, passport copies and related receipts
We don’t quote fee amounts or form links, as both change. Follow the current steps in our applying for trekking and mountaineering permits guide, and read the trekking and mountaineering regulations page alongside it.
Picking an operator and guides
The official FAQ refers climbers to registered tour operators on NADRA and DTS listings, and we don’t single one out for Chogolisa W. Our hiring a tour operator guide sets out the checks worth making, and registering as a tour guide describes how guides are licensed. Porter and mule hire is governed by Tourism Department and DTS guidelines, so agree the terms through your operator.
Timing an attempt
No climbing season for Chogolisa W is given in the catalog. Choose your window with a licensed operator, guided by official weather advisories, and see our best time to visit Gilgit-Baltistan guide for the regional seasons. Cold is a constant at this altitude, so warm clothing and sturdy footwear belong in every bag.
Getting there
Travellers usually reach Gilgit-Baltistan through Gilgit Airport, Skardu International Airport or by road, for instance on the Karakoram Highway. The onward approach to Chogolisa W isn’t in the NADRA table and depends on your expedition. Our pages on getting to Gilgit-Baltistan and Skardu International Airport are a good place to begin.
Preparing your kit
The department FAQ suggests warm clothes, sturdy shoes, sun protection, insect repellent, first-aid supplies, water and energy bars. A 6851-metre objective like Chogolisa W will also need technical equipment, which your operator will specify. For the basics, see packing for Gilgit-Baltistan. Don’t rely on cards, either: the FAQ notes that the local currency is the Pakistani Rupee and credit cards aren’t widely accepted.
Hazards and help
Expect the usual high-mountain dangers: altitude illness, crevasses, avalanches, rockfall and sudden weather changes. Acclimatise gradually, keep plans loose enough to adapt, and turn back when conditions demand it. Road advisories recommend travelling with experienced local drivers. If something goes wrong, the Tourism Department FAQ says to dial 1422 for the Tourist Police within Gilgit-Baltistan, or 05811-930055 from outside GB.
Climbing responsibly
Keep camps tidy and bring all your rubbish back out; the camping regulations page explains the rules. Show respect to villages and porters on the approach, and keep to the photography restrictions in border zones named in official material.
How to read the NADRA list
The NADRA List of Peaks is a record kept for administration. For Chogolisa W, it confirms the peak is recognised for permits and gives its recorded elevation. It doesn’t describe routes, difficulty, history or access. Treat each type of information separately: the official list for permit status, your registered operator for logistics and route choice, and recent official advisories for conditions. Blending them is how unverified details find their way into expedition plans.
That matters doubly with Chogolisa W, because the list contains several peaks sharing a base name with an added direction or number. Copy the exact name from the official list onto your application so your permit and your objective line up.
Chogolisa W expedition checklist
Follow this sequence and you’re less likely to miss a step:
- Confirm Chogolisa W is on the current NADRA list and check its permit class.
- Select a registered operator and agree the scope of their support.
- Prepare passports, insurance, a route map and operator materials.
- Lodge the online application and pay the current royalty and environment fees.
- Organise travel to Gilgit or Skardu, allowing buffer days for flight or road delays.
- Agree porter and mule arrangements through your operator under DTS guidelines.
- Set an acclimatisation plan and a clear turnaround policy.
- Share your itinerary and emergency contacts with someone at home.
Acclimatisation at 6,000 metres and up
At heights like Chogolisa W’s 6851 metres, patience is a safety tool. Ascend gradually, take rest days and watch for headache, nausea, breathlessness at rest or confusion, which can all signal altitude illness. If symptoms get worse, descending is the most reliable response. Agree before you start who can call a retreat, so the decision doesn’t fall to whoever’s most tired at the time.
Insurance and contingency planning
Insurance is a required part of the permit process, so check exactly what yours covers, including mountaineering at your planned altitude and how an evacuation would be handled. Settle how your team will communicate, since mobile coverage in remote areas can’t be taken for granted. And leave spare days for weather and road delays. A plan that depends on everything going right isn’t a safe plan.
Activities beyond the climb
If some of your group aren’t climbing, or you’ve got time either side of the Chogolisa W attempt, the department FAQ lists outdoor options across Gilgit-Baltistan: trekking, mountaineering, rock climbing, white-water rafting, paragliding, skiing, ski traversing and ice skating. It says adventure sports operators must hold a Tourism Department licence, meet safety standards and provide trained, licensed guides. Water sports such as rafting and kayaking are regulated too and require licensed guides.
Nearby places
No place record on our site links explicitly to Chogolisa W yet. Valleys and viewpoints are added as sourced pages over time, so check with your operator which valleys your approach passes through.
Deliberately omitted
To keep this page accurate, it doesn’t cover:
- routes, grades or camp locations
- first-ascent or summit history
- fees, royalties or prices
- named operators, guides or lodges
- coordinates or district assignments not in the record
Where this page fits
Use it to confirm Chogolisa W’s official listing and elevation, to tell it apart from the other Chogolisa entries, and to find the permit process. The linked guides help with planning; your registered operator handles route and logistics detail.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chogolisa W officially listed?
Yes. It’s on the NADRA List of Peaks for Gilgit-Baltistan.
How high is Chogolisa W?
NADRA’s snapshot of 2026-08-26 lists it at 6851 metres.
In which district is Chogolisa W?
The NADRA table doesn’t assign it to a district.
Is a climbing permit needed for Chogolisa W?
Yes. Go through the Tourism Department and DTS registration and permit process.
What documents should I prepare?
The FAQ lists tour-operator application materials, a route map, passport copies, insurance and fee receipts.
Are Chogolisa W routes published here?
No. We omit routes and grades until verified records exist.
Must I hire a licensed guide?
Licensed guides and porters are required where mandated; your registered operator can confirm what applies.
What season suits Chogolisa W?
The catalog doesn’t give one. Plan with a licensed operator and official weather advisories.
How do climbers reach Gilgit-Baltistan?
Through Gilgit Airport, Skardu International Airport or along the Karakoram Highway.
What number do I dial in an emergency?
Dial 1422 for the Tourist Police within Gilgit-Baltistan, or 05811-930055 from outside GB.
Source
List of Peaks (Gilgit-Baltistan) · Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) · Accessed 2026-08-26