Arrival at Islamabad International Airport, after arrival our representative will escort you to a hotel in Islamabad. If you want to explore Islamabad after having some rest our team member will take you to short tour in Islamabad. In the evening, meet the expedition team in the evening for a briefing on the upcoming journey and necessary preparations, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel in Islamabad.

On day 2 we will leave from hotel in the morning and move fly towards Skardu Intl Airport, from Islamabad Intl Airport. During the flight you can enjoy the beautiful view from your window seat and have a glance at Giant Nangaparbat, the three mountain ranges Karakorum, Himaliyas and Hindukush.
Accommodation: Hotel in Skardu.

After breakfast, we will go on an acclimatization hike to the kharpocho and old castle some hundred meters hike from Skardu Bazars. The fort provides a breathtaking view of the Indus river, Skardu, and its Surroundings.
Company will provide drone to make a memorable footage.
While the afternoon you can check out your climbing kit or need to buy something you can explore markets for shopping or sightseeing.
Accommodation: Hotel in Skardu.

On Day 4 of Gasherbrum II Expedition, will drive to Askoli with our crew and supplies. It’s a 5-7-hour jeep drive from Skardu to Askoli. After half hour drive from Skardu, we will reach the Shigar valley which hosts the second-highest peak on the planet. The narrow track will lead us to Aksoli driving along to the Braldu River. Our porters will join us from Askoli or at Paju camp. This is the last village before Gasherbrum II expedition trek.
After an hour’s drive, we will reach Korofon camp where we will take some rest. This place is the junction of the Biafo Glacier and Baltoro River. Snow lake and Hisper la trek are taken via this Glacier on our left. We will resume our drive to Jhula camp. In case of late arrival, we will take launch at Jhula camp otherwise will move to Paju camp or any other suitable campsite for lunch. A notable peak to see is Bakhordas peak facing Jhula Camp. Bakhoradas is the first peak to be seen while Gasherbrum II trek. After two hours or less drive along the bank of Baltoro River crossing trails and streams, we will be on our destination, we will camp overnight at Paju camp.
Accommodation: Camp at Paju.

We will spend this day resting and organizing gear, and acclimatizing to the altitude. And if we are late this day is used to travel to Paju from Askoli. Enjoy the serene environment and the breathtaking views of the surroundings. The members can also spend their time in photography and hike to nearby areas. While porters are issued their rations and they bake themselves bread for their rest of the trek on Baltoro Glacier. Most of the climbers go to Trango viewpoint to get a glimpse of Famous Trango Towers that is just a 20 to half an hour hike away from the camp.
Accommodation: Camp at Paju.

On this day of Gasherbrum II Expedition, we will start our trekking on the 65km Baltoro Glacier and it will follow us till Concordia where it confluence with Godwin Austin Glacier. After half an hour trek from Paju camp, we will be at the snout of Baltoro Glacier. This is where you can see Trango Towers. Uli Baiho and Paju Peak. The trek will take on the high and downs of the Baltoro glacier from here ahead. It is suggested that to be careful while trekking, let the horses and donkeys go if they are crossing your way. 4 to 5 hours trek will take us to Liligo, where we will take our lunch in front of Trango towers. The walk will continue to the Khoburse camp along the right edge of Baltoro Glacier and camp overnight there.
Accommodation: Camp at Khoburse.
Details: Approximately 5-7 hours of trekking.

After early wake up and getting breakfast we will start our trek to Urdukas Camp over the rough terrain of Baltoro Glacier. This is the last camp before glacial camps on Baltoro Glacier during Gondogoro la trek and the shortest day.
The camp is located at a higher location above Baltoro Glacier and provides the best view of the Granite spire (Trango, Uli Biaho, and Cathedrals). This is the second scenic camp during Gasherbrum II trek after Concordia camp. Good weather also provides a glimpse of Gasherbrum 4 as well from Urdukas Camp.

Accommodation: Camp at Urdukas.
Details: Approximately 4-6 hours of trekking.

On this day of the Gasherbrum II Expedition, participants trek in the middle of Baltoro Glacier through the rough moraines. Masherbrum peak is visible on the right side and Muztagh on the left. This day we get the first distant sight of Gasherbrum’s and Broad Peak. 3-4 hours’ trek on the glacier we will take our lunch and rest for a while at Goro 1. After lunch, we will resume the trek and it will take 3-4 hours to Goro 2 and Camp overnight in front of Masherbrum. Goro 2 is a windy and cold campsite this is our first camping at Baltoro Glacier. It is the junction of Baltoro Glacier and Younghusband. Looking back to Baltoro Glacier the views of the collection of peaks are mesmerizing.

Accommodation: Camp on Baltoro Glacier at Goro II.
Details: Approximately 6-8 hours of trekking

A very special day of Gasherbrum II Expedition passing through panoramic scenery of spectacular mountains to Concordia and k2 visible if weather permits. Concordia no doubt is one of the best campsites on the planet, also known as the “throne room of mountains gods”. Surrounded by sky kissing giant peaks as Marble peak, K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum 3, Mitre peak, Baltoro Kangri, Sia Kangri, and Chogolisa. Concordia is the junction of Baltoro, Godwin Austin, Gasherbrum, and Vigne Glaciers. After a 5-6 hours’ trek on the Baltoro glacier from Goro 2, we will reach Concordia. Very few people are fortunate enough to experience this wilderness. The camp is cold and even snowfall many times and overnight camping in a completed wilderness.

Accommodation: Camp at Concordia campsite.
Details: Approximately 5-7 hours of trekking

This day we start our trek towards to the base camp of Gasherbrum II, your home for the next several weeks. This marks the end of the trekking phase and the start of the climbing phase. It takes two hours hike on glacier moraine from Concordia to the campsite.

Accommodation: Camp at Gasherbrum II Base Camp.
Details: Approximately 3-5 hours of trekking

Spend about a month at Base Camp and above, acclimatizing and making several rotations between the higher camps (Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3). Multiple rotations between camps for acclimatization are essential. Await a suitable weather window for the summit of Gasherbrum II. This period includes rest days, preparation, and ultimately, the summit push.

On this day of Gasherbrum II Expedition, Pack up all equipment and clean the base camp to ensure no waste is left behind. We will trek back to Concordia from Gasherbrum II Base Camp and rest there.

Accommodation: Camp at Concordia campsite.
Details: Approximately 5-7 hours of trekking

On this day of Gasherbrum II Expedition, we will start our journey towards Ali Camp via upper Baltoro Glacier. After crossing Mitre peak we will be on Vigne glacier, it is a crispy white glacier very easy to walk on the surface of the glacier. There are many small crevasses on the glacier so it is recommended to walk along with our guide or any other staff member and use crampons in case of fresh snow on the glacier. We will camp at Ali Camp (named after a local porter who discovered Gondogoro Pass). It will take around 5 to 6 hours from Concordia to Ali Camp.
Accommodation: Camp at Ali campsite.
Details: Approximately 5-6 hours of trekking

This is the critical day of Gasherbrum II Expedition. The pass needs to be cross before the sunrise because there are chances of rock falling whiling descending the top. The descending part is mostly rocky glacier so we need to do this before the sun warms the glacier surface. We will wake up before dawn or even midnight, after having a good breakfast we will start our trek to Gondogoro la pass with a rescue member and our support staff. Rescue people are already there we pay them and they watch the ropes on the Gondogoro Pass and assist us crossing the top. We will continue our trek on the west Vigne glacier until Gondogoro la Base. On Gondogoro la base we will put on our harnesses and crampons, and start climbing slowly, our support crew will accompany us during the whole process. It normally takes 3 hours to reach the top of Gondogoro la. We will be on the top at dawn the four 8000m peaks (k2, Broad Peak, G1, and G2) and the whole Baltoro region is just in front of you whole on the other site the ravishing Laila peak and Gondogoro valley will catch your imagination.

Participants need to extra vigilant and must watch every step while descending the top. The fixed ropes are used while descending Gondogoro la into Hushe valley. During early summer this part has snow so keep your crampons on if there is snow while after mid-summer it is mostly rocky so try to trek down without crampons. Our support crew is there always our guide will lead you from the front. Upon descending the pass, the trail becomes essay and straightforward till Khuspang Camp. We will camp at Khuspang camp (4600m) overnight in front of Laila peak.
Accommodation: Camp at Khuspang campsite.
Details: Approximately 5-7 hours of trekking

Today we will resume the trek back to Saicho camp. We start trekking on the Gondogoro glacier for an hour till Dalchanhpa. We will come across Masherbrum while this section of the trek. After lunch at Dalchangpa. We will resume trek to Saicho Camp through the pasture of Gondogoro and will camp at Siacho overnight. Siacho has comparatively better weather so we can wash and take a shower over there. It will be a trek of 5-6 hours today.

Accommodation: Camp at Saicho.
Details: Approximately 5-6 hours of trekking

On this Day of Gasherbrum II Expedition, we will be back to civilization. We will resume the trek back to Hushe Valley. The last village of Ghanche District is known for its hospitality. It will take up to 5 hours to reach Hushe Village we can stay overnight at Hushe or travel to Skardu on the same day.

Accommodation: Camp at Hushe.
Details: Approximately 5-6 hours of trekking

Today marks the final leg of our Gasherbrum II Expedition as we journey to Skardu City. Our jeeps will drive us back to Skardu city, reflecting on the journey and achievements. Spend the evening relaxing and sharing experiences with your fellow climbers.
Accommodation: Hotel in Skardu.

On this day the participants will attend a debriefing session at the Ministry of Tourism after the completion of the Gasherbrum II Expedition. And then spend the rest of the day exploring Skardu or resting.
Accommodation: Hotel in Skardu.

Today we will fly back to the capital city of Pakistan Islamabad. You will have a good time to relax at the hotel in Islamabad. In case of flight cancellation or if you wish to, we will drive towards Islamabad. It takes eight hours by a vehicle.

Accommodation: Hotel in Islamabad.

This is the last day of Gasherbrum II Expedition; our staff will transfer all of the participants to Islamabad International airport. You can choose to stay in Islamabad if you are not flying home right away, though any additional nights at the hotels are not covered.