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K2 and Gondogoro La Trek Pakistan 2024-25

20 Days
  • Bus, Airlines, Jeep
  • 3 Stars Hotels
  • 5150 meters
  • Islamabad
  • May to Aug
  • Hiking, Trekking
  • All meals during the trek
  • No Limit
  • 12
  • 65

Overview

K2 and Gondogoro La Trek is in the Karakoram mountain range of the Gilgit Baltistan region in Pakistan. K2 is the second-highest mountain in the world. It is also known as the king of the Karakoram. K2 and Gondogoro La trek is no doubt one of the best treks in the world. On this trek, you will see the great Trango towers, Masherbrum, Gasherbrums, the mighty K2 and Broad Peak among many other famous mountains. On k2 and Gondogoro La Trek, you will be trekking on the famous Baltoro Glacier and passing Concordia. Concordia has been described as the “Throne Room of the Gods” for its unique 360° panorama of 7,000m mountains and impressive views of K2.

Highlights

  • K2 And Gondogoro La Trek in Pakistan takes you to the Heart of the Karakoram Mountain Range
  • Spectacular Mountain view Flight to Skardu
  • Views of K2, Broad Peak and the Gasherbrums from the Gondogoro La
  • Walking holiday to Concordia, Gilkey Memorial and the Baltoro Glacier
  • One of the world`s top 5 trekking adventures
  • Experience the picturesque Hushe Valley in Pakistan.
  • Discover the ancient Himalayan Kingdom of the Baltistan Valley.

Itinerary

ARRIVAL DAY IN ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN

SPECTACULAR FLIGHT TO SKARDU (2,230m)

SIGHTSEEING & PREPARATION DAY, SKARDU

DRIVE TO JOHLA CAMP VIA ASKOLI (3,100m) 8 HOURS

TREK TO PAJU (3,380m) 6 HOURS WALK

TREK TO KHOBURTSE (3,760m) 7 HOURS WALK

TREK TO URDUKAS (4,130m) 4 HOUR WALK

ACCLIMATISING DAY AT URDUKAS (4,130m)

TREK TO GORO II (4,250m) 7 HOURS WALK

TREK TO CONCORDIA (4,600m) 5 HOURS WALK

TREK TO BROAD PEAK BASE CAMP (5,000m) 4 HOURS WALKING

TREK TO K2 BASE CAMP & BACK TO CONCORDIA (5,150m) 7 HOURS WALK

TREK TO ALI CAMP (5,000m) 6 HOURS WALK

CROSS GONDOGORO LA TO KHUSPANG (5,600m) 10-11 HOURS WALK/CLIMB

SPARE TREK DAY IN CASE OF DELAYS

KHUSPANG TO SAICHO (3,350m) 6-7 HOURS WALK

TREK TO HUSHE 2 HOURS, DRIVE TO SKARDU, 7-HOURS

FLY TO ISLAMABAD

CONTINGENCY DAY IN CASE OF DELAYS-ISLAMABAD

DEPARTURE DAY-FLY BACK HOME

Cost

The Cost Includes

  • 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 trekking logistics (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)
  • Islamabad city tour including all entry fees
  • Support staff (cook, assistant(s) etc)
  • Porters - personal luggage (14kgs) and mountaineering equipment (8kgs)
  • First aid medicine kit (basic)

The Cost Excludes

  • Personal travel insurance (Recommendation/Rescue Partners)
  • 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 carabiners, helmet etc)
  • Extra nights in Islamabad (hotel check in/out is 12pm)
  • 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 Majure (e.g. earthquake, landslide, floods, etc)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

K2 and Gondogoro La Trek is extremely  difficult trekking route. So only super fit person can do this trek. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 5150m. This is the elevation of K2 Base Camp.