Gondogoro Peak Expedition
- 17 Days
Conquer the Majestic Summit
Embark on an exhilarating adventure with the Gondogoro Peak Expedition, a thrilling climb in the heart of Pakistan’s Karakoram Range. Standing at 5,700 meters, Gondogoro Peak offers an accessible yet challenging summit for mountaineers looking to push their limits while surrounded by some of the world’s highest and most dramatic peaks.
This expedition takes you through awe-inspiring landscapes, beginning with the scenic Gondogoro Glacier and winding its way through rugged terrain, alpine meadows, and glacial moraines. Along the way, you’ll be treated to unparalleled views of towering giants like K2, Broad Peak, and the Gasherbrum peaks, providing a stunning backdrop to your ascent.
The journey to the summit of Gondogoro Peak is not just a physical challenge but also a rewarding experience for those seeking to immerse themselves in the wild beauty of the Karakoram. The expedition offers a blend of technical climbing, glacier navigation, and high-altitude trekking, with expert guides ensuring your safety and success throughout the journey.
Reaching the summit of Gondogoro Peak is a remarkable achievement, offering panoramic views that stretch across the vast Karakoram Range and beyond. The sense of accomplishment at the top is unmatched, making this expedition a once-in-a-lifetime experience for mountaineers.
If you’re ready to take on a challenging peak in one of the world’s most spectacular mountain ranges, the Gondogoro Peak Expedition is the adventure you’ve been waiting for. Join us for a journey to the top of the Karakoram!
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)
- Climb an easy trekking peak (6,000m plus) in Karakorams, Pakistan - a unique offering by Top of Baltistan
- Panoramic views of Mashabrum, Hidden Peak, Chogolisa, Trinity Peak, and Laila Peak, etc, from the summit.
- A good opportunity to feel the air at 6,000m for aspiring mountaineers with minimal experience using crampon and ice axe
- Flexibility of resting at base camp in case participant doesn't feel like climbing.
- Valleys of Hushe and Ghanche
- Jeep safari to Hushe from Skardu
- View life of local communities in the Pastures
- Indus, Hushe and Shyok rivers
- Meet mountaineers and trekkers on the trail