Overview

Gasherbrum-IV appears on the Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) official List of Peaks for Gilgit-Baltistan mountaineering permits. Gasherbrum-IV is listed on the Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) official List of Peaks for Gilgit-Baltistan. District, destination, and coordinate fields remain empty until separately verified. No climbing routes or tourism claims are invented here. Catalog slug: gasherbrum-iv. This article states only verified catalog facts; climbing routes and district assignments are omitted unless separately verified.

Readers researching Gasherbrum-IV Gilgit-Baltistan or Karakoram mountaineering should treat this page as a catalog-backed identity record and follow Related Content for nearby places, districts, and permit guides.

Mountain tourism in Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan permit list includes Gasherbrum-IV as a discrete peak record for planning and compliance research.

Gasherbrum-IV is listed at 7925 m, within the seven-thousand-metre class on the NADRA peaks table for Gilgit-Baltistan.

Location and Geographic Setting

The NADRA peaks table does not assign Gasherbrum-IV to an administrative district. Gilgit-Baltistan is described regionally as a mountainous area bordering Afghanistan, China, and India. Without verified coordinates in the catalog, precise map placement for Gasherbrum-IV is not shown here.

Mountain Landscape and Natural Environment

Gasherbrum-IV is recorded as a peak on the government permit list. Karakoram-range peaks typically involve high-altitude snow, rock, and glacier environments with rapid weather changes; peak-specific terrain is not described in the NADRA excerpt.

Elevation and Physical Characteristics

Listed elevation: 7925 metres (2026-08-26 NADRA snapshot). Confirm against current official publications before expedition planning.

Among 104 NADRA-listed peaks in this catalog that state an elevation, 6 have a higher listed metre value than Gasherbrum-IV (7925 m) and 97 have a lower listed value. Peaks within one hundred metres of the 7925 m listing (verified NADRA snapshot) include: Distaghil Sar – II (7885 m); Disteghil Sar Main (7885 m); Gasherbrum-III (7952 m); Kunyang Chhis Main (7852 m); Kunyang Khhish – E (7852 m). This peak record uses catalog slug "gasherbrum-iv" and reflects the government NADRA peaks export used by this project.

Historical and Geographic Significance

First-ascent history and alternative local names beyond the catalog title are withheld until verified editorial records exist. Inclusion on Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan peaks list indicates recognition within the national mountaineering permit framework.

Trekking and Mountaineering Context

Tourism Department FAQ material requires trekking and mountaineering registration, permits for restricted areas, and licensed guides and porters where mandated. Royalty schedules and zone boundaries change; use NADRA and Directorate of Tourist Services channels and the Applying for trekking and mountaineering permits guide on this site.

Registered tour operators appear on NADRA/DTS listings referenced in official FAQ answers. No specific expedition itinerary for Gasherbrum-IV is described on this page.

Applying for archaeological survey NOC

The FAQ instructs applicants to submit an application with Resume/CV to the Director Archaeology & Museums Gilgit-Baltistan and to submit a non-refundable NOC fee of Rs.10,000 as a bank draft/pay order in favour of that Director, then visit the Directorate near the Supreme Appellate Court, Jutial Gilgit, with the required documents.

Getting to Gilgit-Baltistan

The Tourism Department FAQ states Gilgit-Baltistan is accessible by air and by road, naming Gilgit Airport and Skardu International Airport. Road options include bus or private car from cities such as Islamabad or Lahore, daily buses operated by private companies and NATCO from Rawalpindi and Islamabad, and personal transport via the Karakoram Highway (KKH), Babusar Pass, and Shandur Pass. Schedules and fares are not invented here.

Packing for Gilgit-Baltistan

The Tourism Department FAQ recommends packing warm clothes, sturdy shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, and a first-aid kit, and advises carrying a water bottle and energy bars. Brand-specific product advice is not invented here.

Regional regulations and planning references

Porter and mule hiring regulations

The FAQ states hiring porters and mules for trekking and mountaineering is regulated by Tourism Department/DTS GB, requires licensed porters and mule owners, and includes guidelines such as not overloading animals and providing adequate food and water.

Camping regulations

The FAQ states camping is allowed in designated camping areas, requires a tourism-department permit before setting up tents, and mandates Leave No Trace principles and proper waste disposal.

Tour operator regulations

The FAQ states tour operators must obtain a tourism-department license, comply with safety standards, provide trained and licensed guides, and follow department guidelines.

Visitor customs and dress

The FAQ describes Gilgit-Baltistan as culturally diverse and advises respecting local culture, dressing modestly, and removing shoes before entering a mosque or a local house.

National park visit regulations

The FAQ states visitors to national parks must obtain a permit from the Wildlife Department and must follow park rules such as not littering and not disturbing wildlife.

Road approaches via KKH, Babusar, and Shandur

The FAQ states personal transport approaches include the Karakoram Highway (KKH), Babusar Pass, and Shandur Pass. Current seasonal closures and road-condition bulletins are not invented here.

Best Time to Visit

The catalog does not state a climbing season for Gasherbrum-IV. Prepare for cold conditions with warm clothing and sturdy footwear; timing should be set with licensed operators and official weather advisories.

How to Reach the Region

Access to Gilgit-Baltistan generally uses Gilgit Airport, Skardu International Airport, or road routes such as the Karakoram Highway. Approach details toward Gasherbrum-IV are expedition-specific and absent from the NADRA table.

Travel Planning and Preparation

FAQ packing guidance covers warm clothes, sturdy shoes, sun protection, insect repellent, first-aid supplies, water, and energy bars. Porter and mule hire is regulated under Tourism Department/DTS guidelines cited in regional knowledge topics on this site.

Nearby Attractions

No place record explicitly links to Gasherbrum-IV in the catalog. Valleys and viewpoints may have separate pages when sourced.

Responsible Tourism and Safety

Altitude illness, crevasse, avalanche, rockfall, and weather hazards apply in high mountains. Road advisories recommend experienced local drivers. Tourist Police: 1422 (within GB) and 05811-930055 (outside GB). Observe photography restrictions in border zones named in FAQ material.

Frequently Asked Questions

What elevation is listed for Gasherbrum-IV?

7925 metres on the NADRA List of Peaks catalog snapshot.

Is Gasherbrum-IV on the official peaks list?

Yes — Gasherbrum-IV is on the NADRA Gilgit-Baltistan peaks list included in this project’s mountain catalog.

Are routes listed here?

No. Route names and grades are omitted until verified records exist.

How should expeditions to Gasherbrum-IV register?

Follow current NADRA and Tourism Department/DTS permit processes described in regional guide and knowledge articles; engage registered operators where required.

Conclusion

Gasherbrum-IV is documented as an official Gilgit-Baltistan peak with government source attribution. Use Related Content for districts, places, and guides elsewhere on the site.

Source: List of Peaks (Gilgit-Baltistan) — https://visa.nadra.gov.pk/list-of-peaks/ (Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA)). Access date: 2026-08-26.