K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La

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About K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La

K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La are two distinct yet interconnected locations in Pakistan's awe-inspiring Karakoram Range, renowned for their breathtaking natural beauty and prominence in the world of mountaineering and trekking. Situated at the base of the towering K2, the world’s second-highest peak, K2 Base Camp is a key starting point for climbers aiming to summit this formidable mountain. Known as Mount Godwin-Austen, K2 rises to an impressive 8,611 meters (28,251 feet), making it one of the most challenging peaks to conquer. The base camp provides climbers with a vital location to acclimatize, prepare, and embark on their challenging ascent. In close proximity to K2 Base Camp lies Gondogoro La, a high-altitude mountain pass that serves as a crucial route for trekkers completing the renowned Gondogoro La Trek. This trek offers an extraordinary journey through dramatic landscapes, including glaciers, valleys, and high-altitude passes, providing trekkers with unparalleled views of the surrounding Karakoram peaks. The Gondogoro La Trek is a physically demanding yet rewarding adventure, traversing the Baltoro Glacier—one of the longest glaciers outside the polar regions—and offering awe-inspiring vistas of towering peaks like K2, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrum. This region not only presents a challenging adventure but also a cultural experience, as trekkers interact with the local communities, known for their warm hospitality. The convergence of K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La creates a unique hub for mountaineers and trekkers, drawing adventurers from across the globe. Here, they can experience the thrill of standing in the shadow of one of the world’s most legendary mountains, while immersing themselves in the untamed beauty of the Karakoram Range. Together, K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La epitomize the grandeur and allure of the Karakoram, offering unforgettable experiences for those who seek to explore this rugged and pristine mountain wilderness.

Trekking Info

  1. Day 1 Arrival Islamabad
    arrival at airport and then transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in hotel at Islamabad.
  2. Day 2 Islamabad to Skardu (By Air)
    Early morning flight to Skardu (flights are subject to weather), if unable to fly we will depart for Skardu by road with overnight stay at Chilas. Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.
  3. Day 3 Chilas to Skardu
    In case of flight has operated we will go for sightseeing tour of Skardu and in case no flight, the day will be used for over land travel from Chilas to Skardu (total drive is 22 – 24 hrs from Islamabad to Skardu). Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.
  4. Day 4 Rest day at Skardu
    Sight seen in Skardu final packing for the Expedition.
  5. Day 5 Skardu to Askole
    After breakfast we will embark jeeps for a full day ride on a winding jeep trail to Askole – The last inhabitance on our way to the Great Glaciers. (Tent)
  6. Day 6 Askole to Jhula
    Trek to the Dumurdo river cross at Jhula, (Jhula means wire Rope-Bridge supported by a wooden basket); now a day wooden bridge has been built to cross it. (Tent)
  7. Day 7 Jhula to Paiju
    We will resume trek along the BralduRiver to a green oasis under the shadows of Paiju Peak 6610 M. (Tent)
  8. Day 8 Rest Day at Paiju
    Rest & acclimatization day at Paiju.(Tent)
  9. Day 9 Paiju to Urdukas
    Begin trek after an early breakfast. (Tent)
  10. Day 10 Urdukas to Goro II
    A long walk on the icey Baltoro Glacier. (Tent)
  11. Day 11 Goro II to Concordia
    After an early breakfast, we will resume a long walk on the Baltoro Glacier to a point called Concordia – a huge junction of Baltoro, Abruzzi & Godwin Austin Glaciers at 4000 meters.(Tent)
  12. Day 12 Rest day at Concordia
    Members are free to explore K2 base (A day trip 4 hrs up 3 hrs down) after an early breakfast, resume your walk to K2 Base Camp and visit Memorial lunch at K2 base camp and back to Concordia (Tent)
  13. Day 13 Concordia to Ali Camp
    After an early breakfast we will leave the Concordia for Ali Camp. (Tent)
  14. Day 14 Ali Camp - Cross Gondogoro Pass - Khuspang
    A very early start as early as 2 or 3 O’clock in the morning to cross the Gondogoro la to reach Khuspang.(Tent)
  15. Day 15 Khuspang to Shaicho
    After a couple of minutes of easy walk we will come onto the glacier. We will pick our way across moving boulders and ice, and finally crossing the glacier up to the camping site we will reach Shaicho. Walk: 06 – 07 hrs, Grade: Easy, Altitude: 3800 m.(Tent)
  16. Day 15 Shaicho to Hushe
    After breakfast we will continue walk along the Hushe River on an easy path. Upon arrival in Hushe we will camp near the fields in Hushe village.(Tent)
  17. Day 17 Hushe to Skardu
    After breakfast we will embark jeeps for a full day ride on a winding jeep road to Skardu. Upon arrival transfer to hotel and check in.Overnight stay in hotel at Skardu.
  18. Day 18 Skardu to Chilas
    Early morning drive for Chilas. On arrival transfer to hotel and check in.Overnight stay in hotel at Chilas.
  19. Day 19 Chilas to Islamabad
    After breakfast we will depart for Islamabad via babusar pass. On arrival transfer to hotel, overnight stay in hotel at Islamabad.
  20. Day 20 Islamabad
    We will proceed for de-briefing at Alpine Club in Islamabad. Afternoon, we will go for city tour of Islamabad. Overnight stay in hotel at Islamabad.
  21. Day 21 Islamabad to Flight out
    Transfer to airport for flight back home. Please Note: Gilgit Baltistan flights are subject to weather and backlog, in case of flight cancellation we will travel by road, and one night of Islamabad will be adjusted in overland travel.
  • 02 nights hotel in Islamabad (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • 01 nights in hotel Chilas (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • 02 nights in Skardu (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • Pick up from group when arrive and drop to airport when group Departure Air-condition van from Islamabad –Skardu-Gilgit-Islamabad
  • Flight Tickets Islamabad-Skardu
  • Arrange transport on briefing and debriefing occasion
  • Jeeps from Skardu to Arandu
  • Food (during the Trek (we will serve breakfast, lunch and Dinner)
  • Carry on member personal equipment, foods stuffs and camping crew etc. All porters insurance
  • 16 Kg porter facility for member’s personal gear. (Above 16 Kg will be separately charged from member on spot, as per porter rate per Kg)
  • Guide Cook and assistance cook wages, camp food, transport and their insurance
  • Mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent mattress, chairs, Tables
  • Complete kitchen utensils (crockery)
  • Fee: (CKNP, Bridge crossing, cable crossing, camping)
  • International flights tickets re-confirmations
  • Custom clearing assistance
  • Member international flight tickets
  • Helicopter emergency rescue fees Members any climbing gears
  • Member personal insurance
  • Sleeping bag and all personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges, liquor or soft drinks,
  • Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely personal nature
  • Any unforeseen expenses (just like road block extra hotel stay or if members stay more days at Base Camp) then members will be pay according to the numbers of days bases.
  • And all the services which are not mentioned above list.

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  1. Conduct: Members must maintain high moral standards during activities.
    Drug Policy: Drug use or involvement results in immediate expulsion without refund.
    Behavior: Violent behavior or misconduct is strictly prohibited.
    Environmental Care: Members must dispose of garbage responsibly.
    Cancellation: Trips may be canceled at the host’s discretion, with full refunds.
    Itinerary Changes: Organizers are not liable for itinerary changes due to unforeseen circumstances.
    Safety Measures: Precautions are taken, but organizers are not liable for natural disasters.
    Personal Belongings: Organizers are not responsible for lost or damaged belongings.
    Cancellation Policy: Charges apply based on cancellation timing
    Affiliation: We are an independent organization with no university or institute affiliation.
    Seat Assignment: Organizers assign seats in transport.
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    Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited in transport.
    Participant Termination: Organizers may terminate participants for indiscipline.
    Services not Included: Please review the excluded services section carefully.
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