K2 Base Camp & Gondogoro La
The K2 Base Camp & Gondogoro La Trek is one of the most spectacular and challenging trekking adventures in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, taking you deep into the heart of the legendary Karakoram Range. The trek follows the famous Baltoro Glacier toward Concordia, where trekkers are surrounded by some of the world's highest and most impressive peaks, including K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum, and Masherbrum. The adventure becomes even more exciting with the crossing of Gondogoro La Pass, a high-altitude mountain pass offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Karakoram giants. The route combines remote mountain trails, glacier crossings, dramatic valleys, high camps, and spectacular alpine scenery. Reaching K2 Base Camp and crossing Gondogoro La are the highlights of this unforgettable journey. The trek requires good physical fitness, stamina, proper acclimatization, and previous trekking experience due to the demanding terrain, glacier travel, and high altitude.
Day 01
Arrival in Islamabad – Airport pickup, hotel transfer and trek briefing.
Day 02
Islamabad → Skardu – Domestic flight to Skardu, subject to weather and flight availability.
Day 03
Skardu – Rest and acclimatization day with trek preparation and local sightseeing.
Day 04
Skardu → Askole – Drive to Askole, the starting point of the Baltoro trek.
Day 05
Askole → Jhola – Begin trekking through the Braldu Valley toward Jhola Camp.
Day 06
Jhola → Paiju – Trek through rugged mountain terrain toward Paiju Camp.
Day 07
Paiju → Khoburtse – Enter the Baltoro Glacier region and trek toward Khoburtse.
Day 08
Khoburtse → Urdukas – Continue across the Baltoro Glacier to Urdukas Camp.
Day 09
Urdukas → Goro II – Trek deeper into the Baltoro Glacier toward Goro II.
Day 10
Goro II → Concordia – Reach spectacular Concordia with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks
Day 11
Concordia → K2 Base Camp → Concordia – Trek to K2 Base Camp and return to Concordia.
Day 12
Concordia → Ali Camp – Trek toward Ali Camp and prepare for the Gondogoro La crossing.
Day 13
Ali Camp → Gondogoro La → Khuspang – Early start for the challenging Gondogoro La Pass crossing and descent to Khuspang.
Day 14
Khuspang → Dalsangpa – Trek through the Gondogoro Glacier toward Dalsangpa.
Day 15
Dalsangpa → Saicho – Continue the descent through spectacular alpine landscapes to Saicho.
Day 16
Saicho → Hushe – Complete the final trekking section and arrive at Hushe Village.
Day 17
Hushe → Skardu – Drive back to Skardu and relax at the hotel.
Day 18
Skardu → Islamabad – Fly to Islamabad, subject to weather and flight availability, and transfer to the airport/hotel for onward travel.
- Private transportation throughout the tour.
- Experienced and professional driver/guide.
- Pickup and drop-off in Islamabad.
- Fuel, toll taxes, parking, and vehicle expenses.
- Hotel accommodation according to the itinerary.
- Daily breakfast.
- Sightseeing and destinations mentioned in the itinerary.
- Transportation for Basho Valley and planned excursions.
- Basic tour coordination and travel assistance.
- Applicable government/local taxes for included services.
- International or domestic airfare.
- Lunch and dinner unless specifically mentioned.
- Entry tickets to forts, museums, parks, and other attractions.
- Jeep/4×4 charges for Basho Valley, Deosai, or other destinations where required.
- Boating, adventure activities, and optional excursions.
- Personal shopping and expenses.
- Laundry, telephone calls, internet, and beverages.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Emergency evacuation and medical expenses.
- Additional accommodation due to bad weather, road closures, delays, or personal reasons.
- Tips and gratuities for drivers and guides.
- Any service or expense not specifically mentioned under Services Included.