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K2 BASE CAMP AND GONDOGORO LA TREK DOSSIER

23 Days
  • 5 Star Hotel
  • Islamabad
  • Yes
  • Available
  • Yes

Overview

The K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La trek is an iconic journey through
Pakistan’s Karakoram Range, famous for its dramatic landscapes and
world-renowned peaks. This trek begins in Skardu, a serene town that
opens into valleys dotted with small Balti villages. From there, trekkers
move along the massive Baltoro Glacier, surrounded by some of the
world’s most impressive rock formations, including the Trango Towers
and Uli Biaho. Arriving at K2 Base Camp is a remarkable moment, as
trekkers find themselves standing beneath the towering K2, the world’s
second-highest mountain, alongside nearby giants like Broad Peak and
Gasherbrum. But for those who want even more, the adventure
continues up to Gondogoro La Pass. This high-altitude pass, reaching
nearly 5,600 meters, offers sweeping views of four of the Karakoram’s
8,000-meter peaks. The views are unparalleled, creating a deeply moving
experience for anyone who undertakes the journey. Descending into the
Hushe Valley, the scenery shifts to a quieter, more isolated beauty with
green valleys and ancient paths. This section of the trek provides a softer
but equally rewarding finish, blending scenic wilderness with cultural
immersion. Given its demanding altitude and physical challenges,
especially on the technical sections of Gondogoro La, this trek is best suited for experienced adventurers with strong endurance. The ideal time
to embark on this trek is between June and September when the
weather and glacier conditions are most stable. The K2 Base Camp and
Gondogoro La trek offers an unparalleled exploration of the Karakoram
and is truly an adventure of a lifetime.

 

COST:

For Foreign Trekkers
Group size Cost per person in USD
Solo $3100
2 to 4 person $2000
4 to 8 person $1500
8 to 20 person $1000

For Pakistani Trekkers
Group size Cost per person in PKR
Solo PKR775,000
2 to 4 person PKR 500,000
4 to 8 person PKR 390,000
8 to 20 person PKR 250,000

 

Trek Highlights

  • Enjoy close-up views of K2, Masherbrum, Gasherbrum 4, Broad Peak, Trango Tower, Laila Peak, and numerous other huge peaks!
  • Hike on the enormous Baltoro Glacier.
  • Take part in a trekking adventure in expedition style and hike at high altitudes. Learn about Balti culture
  • Explore K2 Base Camp and pay a visit to the Art Gilkey Memorial.
  • Rest peacefully in cozy tents with the night sky as your ceiling.
  • Enjoy tasty Pakistani cuisine and be served satisfying meals during your hiking adventure.
  • Discover the historical background of mountaineering in the K2 area.
  • Discover stunning glacial and alpine scenery.
  • Embark on a journey with a lively group of individuals from around the world Explore the glaciers and stunning views of the Mighty K2.

Services Included:

  • • Implementation of government SOPs/Guidelines in case of new pandemic
  • variants.
  • • All domestic flights (Checked Baggage Allowance: 20kg, Hand Carry: 7kg)
  • • All road transfers including airport transfers
  • • All hotel accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing room)
  • • All trekking accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing dome tent)
  • • All camping site fees and bridge fees
  • • All expedition supplies (all tents, non-personal equipment and tools etc)
  • • All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and beverages/water during meals
  • • Snacks including dry fruits and tea/coffee during the trek
  • • Free refills of boiled drinking water on the trek
  • • Licensed professional guide (government requirement)
  • • Government trekking permit fees and paperwork
  • • Waste management fees (government requirement)
  • • Skardu city tour including all entry fees
  • • Support staff (cook, assistant(s) etc)
  • • Porters - personal luggage (14kgs)
  • • Storage service for baggage in Skardu (for leaving a bag behind in Skardu
  • before going on the trek)
  • • First aid medicine kit (basic)
  • • Satellite phone for emergencies.

Services Not Included:

  • Personal travel insurance (Recommendation/Rescue Partners: (Global
  • Rescue)
  • • Visa to Pakistan (five supporting documents will be offered)
  • • International airfare
  • • Personal equipment (e.g. trekking shoes, down jacket, walking sticks etc)
  • • Personal mountain equipment (crampon, mountaineering boot, ice axe,
  • harness, two carabineers, helmet etc)
  • • Extra nights in Islamabad (hotel check in/out is 12pm)
  • Additional trek weight/baggage
  • • Storage service for baggage in Islamabad
  • • Tips/gratuities for guides, porters, staff etc
  • • Miscellaneous (minibar, bottled water, phone calls, laundry, souvenir etc)
  • • Early Windup/Return Costs (e.g. early return from trek due to any reason)
  • • Costs due to Force Majuro (e.g. earthquake, landslide, floods, etc)

Itinerary

Day 1 :

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K2 BASE CAMP AND GONDOGORO LA TREK DOSSIER
From $3100
/ Adult
  • 5 Star Hotel
  • Islamabad
  • Yes
  • Available
  • Yes

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