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Itinerary Overview
Altitude: 540 m
Our guide will hold placards with the company logo and your name. Ensure to give us your flight details at least five days before arrival. Our staff will meet you at the gates of international arrivals unless you're taking a connecting flight within Pakistan.
After lunch and some rest, participants arriving in the morning will meet around 6pm for a briefing and any remaining payments at our office followed by dinner. If you arrive late, the briefing will be managed in Skardu.
Altitude: 2,498 m
Altitude: 2,498 m
During sightseeing, our staff will handle further government documentation required in Skardu. This process may take one or two days, but contingency days are planned towards the end of the trek to accommodate any delays.
Altitude: 3,015 m
Altitude: 3,103 m | Distance: 20 km | Time: 5-8 hours
After the completion of necessary supplies and equipment, the porters will load up for the trek to Jhola. The valley is the gateway to Biafo Glacier, which flows over fifty kilometers from Hispar La to Braldu. Participants will experience moraine walking as they cross the snout of the glacier, descending to the lunch spot beside the Korofon River.
The route will take us to the confluence of the Braldu and Domordo rivers. The former trail is not used for the trek; instead, a newer trail will lead us upstream where participants will cross the river by bridge. After crossing, participants will descend to the edge of the Braldu River and follow the riverbank to reach the camp at Jhola.
Altitude: 3,418 m | Distance: 19.8 km | Time: 6-7 hours
On this day of our K2 base camp trek, participants will follow the Braldu Gorge, trekking along the bank of the Braldu River. Along the way, participants will witness the astonishing rock formations of Trango Tower and Cathedral Peak. It is important to protect yourself from possible sunburns, as the walking conditions can be dry and hot.
Several streams from glaciers flow down into the valley, and depending on the water levels, participants may need to use river crossing shoes. On a clear day, participants may spot the snout of the Baltoro Glacier. The day will end by climbing away from the river to reach the camp at Paiju, which is the last camp with trees for a while.
Altitude: 3,418 m
The participants will spend the day at Paiju Camp for acclimatization and rest. Meanwhile, the porters will take their time to bake bread for the next week on the glacier. Participants may also take an acclimatization walk towards Paiju Peak base camp if they feel ready.
Altitude: 3,788 m
Distance: 14.7 km
Time: 5-7 hours
On this day, the trek will become more challenging, but the stunning scenery will make it worth the effort. As participants ascend onto the snout of the Baltoro Glacier, the trail will feature continuous ups and downs on the glacial moraine. Though the trail is generally safe, caution is advised.
Altitude: 3,905 m
Distance: 6.4 km
Time: 4-6 hours
On this day, participants will cross two small glaciers before arriving at Urdukus. Along the way, the majestic Trango Towers will come into view, providing a spectacular backdrop. The camp for the night will be set near the army camp, approximately 100m above the glacier.
Altitude: 4,285 m
Distance: 11.9 km
Time: 6-8 hours
On this day, participants will trek through the middle of the glacier, following the medial moraine. To the south, Masherbrum (7,821m) will be visible. The trail involves climbing up and down the rocky moraine, and the participants will pass by massive ice seracs.
This will be the first camp night on Baltoro Glacier at Goro II, where the Baltoro Glacier meets the Younghusband Glacier. The temperature can drop significantly during the night. Masherbrum and Muztagh Tower will be revealed for a breathtaking view.
Altitude: 4,512 m
Distance: 11.7 km
Time: 5-7 hours
On this day, participants will trek towards Concordia, continuously walking up the rocky moraine. As they move ahead, more and more high snowcapped peaks will become visible. This day offers the culmination for sighting the majestic K2. Other towering peaks such as Broad Peak, Mitre Peak, Gasherbrum, and Sia Kangri will also be visible.
Return time K2 BC (5,155m) + Gilkey (5,230m) + Broad Peak (4,844m): 10-12 hours
Return time Broad Peak BC (4,844m): 6-7 hours
Today offers the opportunity to trek up the Godwin-Austen glacier to the Art Gilkey Memorial (an American geologist and mountaineer) just before K2 Base Camp. This is a long, but spectacular day.
We will depart early, crossing glaciers onto a faint trail leading towards K2. As we follow the glacier, K2 will grow larger with each step. Broad Peak rises to the right, and after about 3 hours, we will pass Broad Peak Base Camp, where there is an option to turn back. We usually stop here for lunch. For those continuing, K2 will tower above as we approach it.
Just before reaching base camp, we will visit the Art Gilkey Memorial, a place of remembrance for those whose lives K2 has claimed. The memorial is located amidst a boulder-strewn landscape, and a short scramble leads to plaques and engraved tin plates attached to a rocky outcrop at the foot of K2. We will have lunch here before retracing our steps back to Concordia.
Altitude: 4,010 m
Distance: 15.9 km
Time: 6-7 hours
On this day of the K2 base camp trek, the participants will leave the current camp and head back towards Goro I. The trek on this day will be relatively easier as it will involve descending.
Altitude: 3,788 m
Distance: 13.8 km
Time: 5-7 hours
On this day, the participants will trek to the Khoburtse campsite, following the same trail down via the glacier to Goro I. Along the way, they will be treated to magnificent views of Trango Towers. Although the route is the same, the experience will offer different perspectives and sights compared to the trek up.
Altitude: 3,418 m
Distance: 14.7 km
Time: 5-7 hours
On this day of the K2 base camp trek, participants will walk down from the side of the glacier via Liligo. This will be the last area where they shift their trail from the moraine to more stable ground. After a short break, participants will finally experience the comfort of walking amongst trees and enjoy their stay at the Paiju campsite.
Altitude: 3,418 m
Distance: 19.8 km
Time: 5-7 hours
Walking on this day will be relatively easier as participants follow the same trail back through the Braldu gorge. Some river crossings may be required along the way, but the day’s trek will end with camp set up at Jhola.
Altitude: 2,498 m
Distance: 20 km trek + 127 km drive
Time: 5-7 hours trek + 6 hours drive
Participants will complete the trek back to Askole village, following the river to the bridge. After lunch, they will get a chance to rest their feet and be transferred by jeep to Skardu.
Altitude: 538 m
This day is reserved for any potential delays that may occur during the trek. Delays can be caused by factors like roadblocks or weather conditions. Guests can use this time for sightseeing in Skardu.
Altitude: 538 m
On this day, the participants will take a flight from Skardu airport to Islamabad airport. After arrival, you'll have ample time to relax at the hotel in Islamabad.
Domestic flights can sometimes be canceled due to weather conditions. In case of a cancellation, participants will drive to Chilas for an overnight stay. The drive takes about 8 to 10 hours.
Altitude: 538 m
This day is allocated for any potential delays in case the domestic flight does not operate the previous day. Guests will depart early morning from Chilas to Islamabad, which can take up to ten hours. However, it will be a free day for sightseeing in Islamabad if participants make it to the city via the domestic flight.
Our staff will transfer all our guests to the airport according to their respective departure timings. The checkout time for all our partner hotels is 12pm.
Breakfast included.
