K2 Gondogoro La Circuit
- 21 Days
Description
Embark on the K2 Gondogoro La Circuit, a thrilling journey through Pakistan’s spectacular Karakoram Range, combining the renowned K2 Base Camp Trek with an unforgettable high-altitude pass crossing. The Gondogoro La Pass, at over 5,500 meters, offers some of the most jaw-dropping panoramas on Earth, with views of four of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks: K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, and Gasherbrum II. This route is an adventurous alternative to the standard trek, rewarding you with vistas unmatched by any other trek in the region.
Along the way, traverse surreal glaciers, pass through remote mountain villages, and connect with the warm culture of Baltistan, often known as “Little Tibet” for its unique heritage. This challenging trek is for those with a passion for adventure, promising encounters with vast, untouched landscapes and the thrill of conquering one of the most famous mountain passes in the world.
Prepare to be inspired, awed, and humbled by the sheer scale of nature in this hidden paradise. The K2 Gondogoro La Circuit is more than just a trek; it’s a journey to one of the most remote and beautiful places on Earth. Join us on this expedition for an experience that will forever redefine your sense of adventure.
Included
- 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
- Implementation of government SOPs/Guidelines in case of new pandemic variants.
- 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 and Skardu city tours 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
- Trekking map and trip achievement certificate
Excluded
- Personal travel insurance
- 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) - additional USD 67 per night
- Additional trek weight/baggage: USD 11 per kg
- Storage service for baggage in Islamabad: USD 28 per bag/piece
- 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 Majeure (e.g. earthquake, landslide, floods, etc)
- Gondogoro La Pass (5,585m). View four 8,000m peaks (K2, Gasherbrum I & II, Broad Peak) and other peaks (Gasherbrum 4, Laila, Gondogoro Peak etc) from one point.
- Concordia - Throne Room of the Mountain Gods
- Base Camps of K2 and Broad Peak
- Night Stay at K2 base camp
- Circular/Circuit trek to scenic Hushe Valley
- Trek along Vigne and Gondogoro glaciers from Concordia after trek to Godwin Austin glacier via Baltoro Glacier (5th longest and world’s largest outside polar region).
- Views of Glaciers (e.g. Biafo, Vigne, Liligo, Dunge, Muztagh, Biango, Yermanendu, Mandu and more), glacial lakes, waterfalls and streams
- Gilkey memorial
- Valleys of Shigar, Hushe and Ghanche
- View 8,000 m peaks including Gasherbrum 2 (8,035 m), Broad Peak (8,051 m) and K2 (8,611 m) from Goro II, Concordia & base camps.
- Indus, Panmah, Braldu, Hushe and Shyok rivers
- Balti porter life, Askole jeep safari etc
- Meet mountaineers at base camps
- Sightseeing in Skardu and Islamabad