The K2 Base Camp & Gondogoro La Trek is Pakistan’s most iconic high-altitude adventure, a 21-day journey deep into the heart of the Karakoram to the base of K2 (8,611m), the second-highest mountain in the world.
This route also crosses the dramatic Gondogoro La Pass (5,585m), providing one of the finest alpine panoramas on Earth.
The trek begins in the fertile valleys of Skardu, climbs along the Braldu River to the immense Baltoro Glacier, and reaches the legendary Concordia, the confluence of glaciers that offers unmatched views of four 8000m peaks: K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, and Gasherbrum II.
From Concordia, you’ll hike to K2 Base Camp and visit the solemn Gilkey Memorial, then traverse the glaciated Gondogoro La Pass, entering the lush Hushe Valley on the descent.
This is not just a trek, it’s an unforgettable passage through the throne room of mountain gods.
Islamabad International Airport
Early Morning
Arrival and transfer to hotel. Meet your team, receive trek briefing, and finalize permits.
Scenic mountain flight to Skardu (weather permitting). Stunning aerial views of Nanga Parbat and the Karakoram Range. If the flight is canceled, we begin a two-day drive on the Karakoram Highway.
Rest day for acclimatization and expedition logistics. Explore Skardu Bazaar, walk to Kharpocho Fort, or enjoy Sadpara Lake.
Jeep drive through Shigar and Braldu Valleys to Askole (3,000m), the last village before the mountains. Overnight camping.
The trek begins! Hike along the Braldu River, cross the Biafo Glacier snout, and camp at Jhola (3,200m).
Walk beneath soaring granite cliffs and along glacial rivers to Paiju (3,450m), gateway to the Baltoro Glacier.
Rest day for acclimatization. Optional hike to Paiju Peak view point. Porters prepare for glacier travel.
Enter the Baltoro Glacier. Pass Trango Towers and Uli Biaho as you trek on rocky moraine to Khoburtse (3,930m).
Trek past impressive granite walls to Urdukus (4,050m), offering views over the glacial valley and mountains.
Now fully on the glacier, trek through icy terrain to Goro II (4,250m) under views of Masherbrum and Muztagh Tower.
Arrive at Concordia (4,600m), one of the greatest viewpoints on Earth. Surrounded by K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum IV, Mitre Peak, and more.
Follow the Godwin-Austen Glacier to Broad Peak Base Camp and onward to K2 Base Camp (5,150m). Visit the Gilkey Memorial, then return to Concordia.
Recovery day at Concordia. Soak in the beauty of the Karakoram giants and rest before the pass.
Trek across crevassed glacier terrain to Ali Camp (5,100m), base of Gondogoro La. Early dinner and sleep for next day’s early start.
Pre-dawn ascent to Gondogoro La Pass (5,585m). Spectacular sunrise over K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrums, and Laila Peak. Descend steeply to Khuispang (4,600m).
Leave the icy realm behind and descend through alpine meadows and riverside trails to Saicho (3,350m).
Trek to the beautiful village of Hushe. End of the trail. Drive back to Skardu (approx. 6–7 hours) for hot showers and celebratory dinner.
Buffer day for weather or delayed crossing. Free time to relax, shop, or visit Satpara Lake.
Morning flight to Islamabad (weather permitting). Alternate travel by road if necessary.
Extra day reserved for delays or missed connections. Optional sightseeing in Islamabad.
Transfer to airport for international departure. End of expedition.
