k2 base camp pastore peak climb

K2 Base Camp & Pastore Peak Climb

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Experience the ultimate adventure of K2 Base Camp with Pastore Peak Climb in Pakistan’s Karakoram. Conquer both for a once-in-a-lifetime high-altitude adventure.

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  • Group Size Large Group
    40
All about the K2 Base Camp & Pastore Peak Climb.

The K2 Base Camp & Pastore Peak Climb is an extraordinary excursion that combines the appeal of visiting the fabled K2 Base Camp with the thrill of ascending the magnificent Pastore Peak. This trip offers a remarkable mountaineering experience and is located in Pakistan’s untamed and majestic Karakoram mountain ranges.

Participants will be warmly welcomed upon arrival in Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital city, and then transferred to a hotel for preliminary preparations. They board a domestic aircraft from Islamabad to Skardu, a bustling town that serves as the expedition’s launchpad and the entrance to the Karakoram valleys.

Participants will have time to prepare as a group, get acclimated, and make all the necessary arrangements once they arrive in Skardu. They can also browse the lively bazaars, talk to other climbers, and take in the expansive vistas of the neighboring peaks.

The exhilarating jeep trip from Skardu to Askole, the last populated settlement before the walk to K2 Base Camp, marks the true beginning of the adventure. Participants set out from Askole on a strenuous and beautiful journey that takes them through lovely valleys, across violent rivers, and across tough terrain. They are getting closer to the fabled K2 Base Camp with each step.

An enormous accomplishment, the K2 Base Camp is flanked by massive glaciers and high peaks. Participants will experience the energetic environment of the camp, interact with mountaineers from all over the world, and observe the special brotherhood among those who are daring to ascend K2.

The goal is to summit the breathtaking Pastore Peak after acclimatizing at base camp. Technical proficiency, physical stamina, and mental fortitude are required for the climb. Participants will go through intensive training, hone their mountaineering abilities, and cautiously negotiate difficult terrain.

Participants will gradually climb to the top of Pastore Peak with the assistance of knowledgeable guides and Sherpas. The climb necessitates accuracy and collaboration, with safety provided by specialized gear and ropes.

Participants will be rewarded with stunning panoramas of the Karakoram range and the neighboring majestic peaks as they ascend.

Standing atop Pastore Peak’s peak is an exhilarating experience that provides an unmatched sense of accomplishment and panoramic vistas. Participants are in awe of the surrounding natural splendor as they are framed by the beautiful peaks, glaciers, and valleys.

Participants return to Askole and subsequently Skardu after descending from Pastore Peak and arriving at the K2 Base Camp. They will take a flight from Skardu to Islamabad, where they may take in their extraordinary adventure and recognize their accomplishments.

The K2 Base Camp & Pastore Peak Climb is a remarkable mountaineering trip that combines the appeal of visiting the fabled K2 Base Camp with the thrill of ascending the magnificent Pastore Peak. It provides participants with the opportunity to push their physical and mental boundaries, appreciate the magnificence of the Karakoram ranges, and make lifelong memories in one of the most breathtaking mountainous places in the world.

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

Inclusions for both International & local participants 

  • Adoption of Covid SOPs/Guidelines and Free Safety Pack (Sanitizer, One Mask, and One Pair of Gloves Per Day)
  • Every domestic flight (Permitted Checked Baggage: 20kg; Permitted Hand Carry: 7kg)
  • All road transfers, including those to and from airports
  • Every hotel in Pakistan  (twin-sharing rooms)
  • Every trekking facility in Pakistan (twin-sharing dome tent)
  • Each and every campsite and bridge fee
  • All gear needed for hiking (tents, non-personal tools, etc.)
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, and supper) and drinks or water consumed while eating
  • dried fruits, tea, and coffee as snacks along the  trek
  • On the walk, free refills of boiled water are provided.
  • Licensed professional guide required by the government
  • Mountain guide for equipment alignment, rope fixing, and summit guidance (during climbing days)
  • Group equipment for high altitudes (rope, ice crew, snow bar, EPI gas, twin-sharing tent, cooking pots, etc.)
  • Government paperwork and permission expenses for trekking
  • Government-mandated costs for waste management
  • Tours of Skardu and Islamabad cities that include all entry fees
  • Auxiliary personnel (cook, assistant(s), etc.)
  • Personal belongings (14 kg) and mountaineering gear (13 kg) are carried by porters.
  • Storage facility for luggage in Skardu (to leave a suitcase there before beginning the journey)
  • Basic first aid kit with medications
  • Emergency satellite phone
  • Hiking route map and trip completion certificate
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.

Exclusions for both International & local participants 

  • Personal travel insurance (Global Rescue is a recommendation/rescue partner).
  • Pakistani visa (Five supporting documents will be provided)
  • Airfare for travel abroad
  • Personal items, such as walking sticks, down jackets, and trekking shoes
  • Personal climbing gear, such as a helmet, harness, ice axe, mountaineering boot, and two carabiners
  • Additional nights in Islamabad (hotel check-in/check-out is at 12 pm) are USD 67 more each night.
  • Additional baggage/weight for the trek: US$13 per kg
  • Baggage storage in Islamabad is available for USD 28 per bag or piece.
  • Gratuities/tips for tour operators, porters, workers, etc.
  • Extras include bottled water, a minibar, phone calls, laundry, and souvenirs
  • Costs of an early wind-up or return (for example, an early return from a hike for any reason)
  • Costs resulting from external factors like earthquakes, landslides, floods, etc.
  1. Day 01 Arrive at Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 540 meters

    You will be met by our guide(s) at the airport. You will soon be taken to hotels. Our participants can unwind and recharge on this day after their exhausting journey.

    Pick-up Details

    With orange placards bearing your name and our company’s emblem, our guide is very simple to identify. You must arrive at Islamabad’s Islamabad International Airport. International flights typically land in the afternoon or at midnight. At least five days before your arrival in Pakistan, you must provide us with the specifics of both your inbound and outgoing flights. Unless you are on a connecting flight from another city in Pakistan, a member of our staff or a tour guide will meet you at the gates of the international arrivals area. You will be transferred to our partner hotel by the guide or staff. If you do not need an airport transfer, kindly let us know in advance.

    Our guide or agent will pick up all of our guests at around 6 pm for a briefing and final payments at our office, followed by dinner, after lunch, and some rest at the hotel (preferably if you are arriving in the morning between 9 am and 12 pm). We will handle any outstanding fees and the briefing in Skardu if you are running late.

  2. Day 02 Fly to Skardu, Karakoram (2,498m)

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation:2,498 meters

    Participants will take a breathtaking trip this morning from the airport in Islamabad to the airport in Skardu. If the clouds cooperate, you will be able to view Nanga Parbat. The day is free after arriving at Skardu.

  3. Day 03  Spend a Free day in Skardu (2,598m)

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 2,498 meters

    The participants will trek to Skardu’s Kharpocho Fort, which is perched on a mountain, after breakfast. The Indus River and the town of Skardu can be seen beautifully from the Kharpocho Fort. The participants can also choose to go on a tour of Sadpara Lake, which will be followed by free time for shopping in Skardu Bazaar.

    Our staff will take care of any additional government paperwork needed in Skardu while you are out exploring. Sometimes, this will require two days. Near the end of the walk, we have backup days in case of delays.

  4. Day 04 Drive to Jhola/Paiju

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation:3,015 meters

    The participants will start their jeep safari and travel through the Shigar valley as they head towards Daso. The route will be followed along the Braldu River’s banks as it flows into Askole. The last settlement on our trip will be Askole, where the participants will begin walking after leaving the jeeps behind. However, depending on the state of the roads, participants occasionally start their trek before reaching Askole. You’ll need anything from six to eight hours to go the entire distance to Skardu. The road has recently been expanded to Jhola and Paiju. Construction and upkeep tasks are ongoing. Due to this road aspect, the route may vary a little.

  5. Day 05 Trek from Jhola to Paiju following the Braldu river

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation:3,418 meters

    Distance: 19.8 kilometers

    Time Required: 6-7 hours

    The participants on our K2 base camp trip will follow the Braldu gorge along the Braldu River’s bank on this day. The participants will be able to see the impressive rocks of Cathedral Peak and Trango Tower. The participants should take precautions to avoid getting sunburns because it could be an extremely hot and dry day for walking.

    Several glacial streams pour into the valley, and depending on the water level, the participants may need to wear river-crossing shoes. On a clear day, the participants will be able to see the Baltoro Glacier’s snout. The participants on this day will finish their day by ascending away from the river to camp at Paiju, the final site where trees can be seen for a while.

  6. Day 06 Relax and acclimatise in Paiju

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 3,418 meters

    For recuperation and acclimatization, the participants will spend the day at Paiju Camp. The porters, however, will take their time and prepare their own bread for the upcoming glacier week. On this day, an acclimatization walk can be made to the base camp of Paiju Peak.

  7. Day 07 Trek from Paiju to Khoburtse

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 3,788 meters

    Distance: 14.7 kilometers.

    Time Required: 5-7  hours

    On this day, the going will get harder but the scenery will get better with each step onto the Baltoro Glacier’s snout. Although the track is relatively safe, it is strongly advised that you use caution at all times due to the trail’s frequent uphill and downhill treks on the glacier moraine. As they proceed, the participants will take in the breathtaking vistas of Uli Biaho and Trango Tower. From here, the participants will walk over a rocky trail that runs alongside the Baltoro or, on occasion, to Khoburtse, where camp will be set up.

  8. Day 08 Cross small glaciers and walk to Urdukus

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 3,905 meters

    Distance: 6.4 kilometers

    Time Required: 4-6 hours

    After passing by two tiny glaciers, Trango Towers may finally be seen. The group will stop at Urdukas, which is close to the army camp, for the night after. Camp is 100 meters above the glacier.

  9. Day 09 Trek to Goro II, the junction of the Baltoro glaciers, and Young husband

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 4,285 meters

    Distance: 11.9 kilometers.

    Time Required: 6 -8 hours.

    The participants in our K2 base camp trek will be traversing the glacier in its center on this day. Following the medial moraine, we will see views of Masherbrum (7821m) to the south. On the rocky moraine, the players will be trekking up and down, and as they advance, they will encounter enormous ice seracs.

    The confluence of Baltoro Glacier and Younghusband is where the first night’s camp on Baltoro Glacier at Goro II will be set up. The temperature could fall sharply. For the sight, Masherbrum and Muztagh Tower will be exposed.

  10. Day 10 Trek to Concordia through a rocky moraine

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 4,512 meters

    Distance: 11.7 kilometers

    Time Required: 5-7 hours

    On this day of the K2 base camp trip, the participants will reach Concordia after steadily ascending the moraine; as they do so, more and more lofty snow-capped peaks will become visible. This day will culminate in the participants finally seeing K2. Broad Peak, Mitre Peak, Gasherbrum, Sia Kangri, and numerous other summits are also visible.

  11. Day 11 Trek to Broad Peak BC, Gilkey Memorial, and K2 Base Camp

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation

     K2 BC (5,155m) + Gilkey (5,230m) + Broad Peak (4,844m)

    Time Required: 6-7 hours 

    Today you have the chance to hike up the Godwin-Austen glacier to the American geologist and mountaineer Art Gilkey Memorial, which is close to K2 Base Camp. This day is wonderful. We will set out early in the morning, navigating the glaciers to get to the steep, crooked road that leads to K2. The mountain appears to get bigger and bigger as we follow the glacier toward K2. 

    After traveling for nearly three hours, we pass Broad Peak base camp while Broad Peak rises to our right. Usually, we stop here for lunch before continuing on, K2 towering above us as we draw closer and closer.

    The Art Gilkey Memorial lies amidst the rock and ice-strewn landscape just before base camp. We arrive at the location where those whose lives K2 claimed after a brief rush. At the base of this massive mountain, plaques and engraved tin plates are fastened to a small rocky outcrop. Excellent views of K2 can be seen just above us, and climbing expeditions might be visible. Our overnight accommodation is at K2’s base camp.

  12. Day 12 Trek to Pastore Base Camp

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation

    Time required: 3-4 hours

    On this day, we go backward in time from the K2 base camp and move towards Pastore Peak, which is located southeast of K2 and east of Broad Peak. The Godwin Austen Glacier must be traversed on the route to Pastore base camp.

  13. Day 13-15 Climb Pastore Peak (6,209m)

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 6,209 meters

    Time Required:10 hours

    Pastore Peak is intended for ambitious mountaineers who have little prior crampon and ice axe experience and desire to climb their first Karakoram trekking peak. Pastore Peak is placed at the point of a triangle formed by K2 and Broad Peak, giving it a prime location. From base camp, the ascent to the summit can be completed in about 10 hours. Our climbing guide will determine the number of days we have for the climb, which will be three. Depending on the weather, participant health, and general team spirit, he will decide whether to rest, acclimatize, or press for the peak. Participants can unwind and take in the breathtaking surroundings from the base camp if they do not want to try the summit at this time.

  14. Day 16 Contingency Day (incase of bad weather )

    Today’s GPS Data Altitude: 4,800 meters

    Despite the fact that we have plenty of days to climb, we will still have an extra day in case we run across windows of severe weather.

  15. Day 17 Return to Concordia and relax

    Time Required: 4-5 hours

    On this day, we return from Pastore Base Camp to Concordia and recover in preparation for the following day’s walk.

  16. Day 18 Trek to Ali Camp

    The athletes will embark on a slightly different and less well-traveled path today. The participants should walk on rocky ice rather than slick ice, and short detours will be made to avoid crevasses. In the event of snow, the competitors and the porters will walk side by side while using crampons that are securely fastened to one another by rope.

    The participants will arrive at Ali camp after a 5- to 6-hour hike, where the base will be located. The name ”Ali Camp” honors a local porter who was the first to pass via the Gondogoro La Pass. The participants will receive some basic training upon arriving at the base in preparation for the Gondogoro La Pass crossing the following day.

  17. Day 19 Trek to Khuispang over Gondogoro La

    The participants will awaken as early as 2 am. The participants will leave for the Gondogoro La base roped as a unit after getting ready and eating breakfast. Depending on the circumstance, our support team will be on hand to mend ropes or assist the members with their equipment. The journey to the summit of Gondogoro La Pass takes roughly three hours. All four 8000ers in the Baltoro region are visible to you, and you may experience their amazing views. (Broad Peak, G2, K2, G1).

    Crampon use is essential for the members’ safety while descending to the other side and fixed ropes will be used to the fullest degree possible. Members will be able to see the stunning Laila Peak (6,096 meters), which has the shape of a sword, as well as other Trinity Peaks. To prevent jolting stones on their teammates, the team members will need to descend with additional caution and pay close attention to every step they take. The routes grow easier as you go down the slope, and the participants will walk across the moraine. The camp will be erected at the 4,600-meter-high Khuispang intersection of Trinity Glacier and Gondogoro.

  18. Day 20 Trek to Saicho

    The participants will begin their descent. Since the trip down will be relatively straightforward, the climbing gear, such as ropes and crampons, will be packed. The lush green vistas of Hushe Valley will give way to the hilly and stony terrain.

    The participants will walk to the Gondogoro Glacier’s edge after lunch, where they will find a track that will take them to a stunning valley of rhubarb and grass.

    There are two distinct routes to the location near the valley’s end. The pathways that are often frequented by the local porters will be chosen by our guide.

    When the two routes converge, the hike becomes simple. The participants will see the stone cottages built by settlers and herders in the area. The participants will see evidence of nearby villages on this day, and they will be able to breathe easier because of the large trees and lower altitude. Saicho (3,350m), a section of sand with little grass next to the flowing glacier water streams, will be the site of the camp.

  19. Day 21 Trek to Hushe and drive to Skardu town

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 2,498 meters

    Distance: 20 km trekking and 127 km driving

    Time Required 5-7 hours trek+ 6 hours drive

    On this day, the trip down the river stream of the Charakusa, Ailling, Masherbrum, and Gondogoro Glaciers’ melting water will take the participants only 3–4 hours. The participants will begin to notice indications of homes, shelter, fences, and evidence of habitation.

    The participants will see the two-story shelters of the Hushe hamlet, where the first floor is where the family lives and the lower floor is used for cattle. The participants can explore the lovely quiet valley and connect with the locals after setting up camp. The Gondogoro La Trek’s final camping day would be on this day.

    As soon as they arrive at Hushe, the participants will proceed towards Skardu town, and the trip provides many stunning views of the several little villages in the Hushe Valley. To reach the other side, the participants must traverse a suspension bridge across the Shyok River, which originates in Ladakh, India.

    Traditional rafts constructed of goat skin filled with air were once used to cross rivers. The suspension bridge that is currently in use was constructed in the 1990s. The participants will arrive at Khaplu after crossing the bridge.

    The route to be taken is the paved road along the Shayok River, which leads to the confluence with the Indus River, and the drive from Khaplu to Skardu becomes easy. In 4 hours, the participants will arrive in Skardu after traveling down the Indus River. The facilities that were unavailable for two weeks are now available to the participants. Taking a hot shower and enjoying a satisfying lunch would be #1 and second on that list, respectively.

  20. Day 22 Rest day/contingency plan in Skardu

    This day is set aside for any possible delays with the hike. Due to delays, we do not want our visitors to miss their domestic flights. Roadblocks are only one example of the many things that might delay things. You may use this time to explore Skardu.

  21. Day 23 Fly to Islamabad (590m)

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 590 meters

    The participants will fly from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport on this day. You’ll enjoy unwinding at the hotel in Islamabad.

    Sometimes bad weather forces the cancellation of domestic flights. Should your flight be canceled, you will drive to Chilas and spend the night there. By car, it takes eight to 10 hours.

  22. Day 24 A backup day in case of flight cancellations

    Today’s GPS Data Elevation: 538 meters

    In the event that the domestic flight does not run the previous day, this day is set aside for any potential delays. Our guests will leave early in the morning to travel, which could take up to ten hours, from Chilas to Islamabad. If the participants make it to Islamabad on domestic aircraft, it will be a free day. You could use this time to explore Islamabad.

  23. Day 25 Fly to your home country

    Meals served that day included: Breakfast

    All of our visitors will be transferred to the airport at the appropriate departure times by our employees. All of our affiliated hotels require a 12 p.m. check-out time.

    Additional days/nights in Islamabad (hotel check-in/out is at 12pm) are USD 59 more per night

Please complete the registration form (click the green “register now and pay later” button) on this page to begin the registration process. Once you submit your form, we will contact you.

If your travel dates do not coincide with our departure dates or if you want to walk alone (with a guide, as required by law), we can arrange solo excursions.

Trekking alone is more expensive than hiking with others. However, it’s crucial to realize that climbing Mount K2 is impossible without a guide and, more crucially, porters (even if a visitor doesn’t want them). Reason: By law, guides are not required to carry any equipment. They need porters to transport everyone’s personal belongings, including the porters themselves, as well as tents, food supplies, equipment, and gas. There are no tea houses or other accommodations, unlike in Nepal. There must be taken enough provisions to last 12–14 days.

People travel in groups on our scheduled excursions, but on the route, nearly everyone walks alone, with the guide following the last member of the group. One of the porters or assistants advances in front of the group. The time gap between the first and last can be up to one or two hours. All hikes on Baltoro are fairly long, so nobody is rushed and everyone moves at their own leisure.

Additionally, we plan treks for exclusive groups. Please get in touch with us and let us know the dates that would work best for your group if you were interested in going on a different journey with your own friends or family.

As a group grows in size, the cost of treks for private groups reduces.

 

Spending some time getting ready before you leave would be quite fair. You can ask a professional trainer for advice or, on the other hand, you should abide by the fundamental guidelines (hike, long walks, and other cardio exercises that will help you build stamina), knowing that your body should be in good enough shape to walk for extended periods of time and climb for extended periods of time on difficult terrain made up of boulders, dirt, snow, and glacial ice.

 

You’ll feel a range of temperatures while on your trekking vacation. Up to 45 °C, 30 °C, and 26 °C were recorded in Islamabad, Skardu, and Askoli, respectively. Until we reach the camp at Concordia, when the temperature can be as low as 10 °C or more, a typical day will be warm unless the sky is clouded. The slopes leading up to the Gondogoro La Pass will be covered in snow until early July.

We might be able to walk on snow in June along the highest portions of Baltoro Glacier. By mid-July, snow usually starts to melt. In August and September, snowfall may be possible depending on the weather.

Temperature changes are erratic in the Karakoram Range. Temperatures between Paiju and Concordia may drop to -10 °C at any point throughout the trekking season.

Fixed Departures can reach temperatures as low as -10 °C in September. The Karakoram Range is unaffected by monsoon rains, therefore the summer months are ideal for trekking since they offer clear skies. The participants must be ready to deal with any unfavorable weather circumstances, nevertheless, based on our prior experiences and the fact that the weather is unpredictable.

It is customary for participants to at least give the devoted porters a tip for their labor, which includes lugging heavy loads of supplies and luggage. If the participants are pleased with the guide kitchen crew’s assistance, a payment of between 95 and 120 euros (or its equivalent in your currency) can be made to cover the entire cost of this component. Our trek’s tour guide or leader will be essential in determining how much to tip each crew member and staff member. A “thank you” ceremony will be planned at the end for participants to pass off their tips. Porters who depart early will receive tips earlier

The participants will receive all three meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—during this excursion. Our menu will contain a mix of foods from abroad and within Pakistan. Pakistan will be the source of the food’s ingredients. Coffee, cereal, tea, eggs, muesli/porridge, toast, and chapatti will all be included in the breakfast meal. On the trek, lunches will be eaten during the lunch breaks. Options include canned or tinned meals (meat, fish), pickles, crackers, chapatti, pate, and cheese, among others. Our lunch menu for the day is heavily influenced by the weather; participants will start or conclude their meals with tea, coffee, juice, soup, etc.

 

Every night, the meal will be served in the mess tent, where everyone will congregate to eat the freshly cooked food made by the cooks travelling with our crew. As long as they are nutritious and fresh, fresh veggies will be offered during the first few days of the journey. All vegetarian participants must get in touch with our office and let us know in advance if they require a vegetarian meal plan while on the trek.

Iodized water will be given to trekkers in the mornings, while they are taking breaks and camping. Everybody will drink spring water whenever it is available, but if we run out of options, the participants may have to drink glacier water, which may contain silt.

 

It is common practise to store water in very big kitchen containers, which also aid in settling the silt particles at the bottom. Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies of bi-carbonated soda if they are sensitive to the smell of iodine. Although everyone benefits greatly from traditional approaches, trying out new ones has no negative effects.

The participants must check in at Islamabad International Airport on the first day. At the gates for international arrivals on the airport grounds, our staff or guide will meet and greet our guests. The host will be escorted to their hotel by the guide or crew. If any of our guests do not need to be picked up from the airport, they must let us know in advance.

Two days ahead of their arrival in Pakistan, they must also provide us with the specifics of both their incoming and departing flights. Our office will email you the names and phone numbers of our office staff after receiving confirmation of your registration and payments.

 

The majority of the nights will be spent tent camping among the majestic mountains, with a few nights being spent in Skardu and the capital city of Islamabad. While the accommodations in Islamabad are in conventional hotels, the lodgings we chose in Skardu town are some of the best. The accommodations we give at the hotels will be twin-sharing rooms with en-suite bathrooms.
The participants will share a tent large enough for two people while camping. Any person who is traveling on this walk alone will be accommodated by sharing a tent and a room with another participant. First preference will be given to stays with people of the same gender for strangers and lone hikers.

 

However, a participant can choose a separate tent or hotel room if they so choose; however, there will be an additional charge for arranging a separate arrangement. Participants requiring special assistance must notify our office in advance.

The participants will be awakened by our guide for coffee or a warm cup of tea throughout the trekking days, which will be followed by a satisfying meal in the mess tent. Before breakfast, there will be plenty of time to pack the luggage. After breakfast, the camps will be shut down, and the porters will resume carrying supplies and luggage so that the participants can arrive at the lunch location and begin meal preparation before them. Porters will repeat the procedure in order to get dinner ready for the participants by using the “trek earlier” strategy. Before lunch, a typical hike lasts three to four hours.

 

Typically, lunch takes an hour, so this is a great opportunity to relax, regain strength, write, read, and other activities.

The length of the walk will be shorter after lunch than before. The camps will already be put up or already be going when you get to the next camping location. Participants will be given a hot beverage when they arrive at the camp, and supper will be served when it is ready. Once at a camp, participants can relax, read, write, interact with others, and take pictures and videos. The temperature typically drops at night, allowing participants to feel cozy in their sleeping bags and enjoy a full night’s sleep before the next day.

The competitors will fly to Skardu, which is dependent on the weather because it is surrounded by mountains at a high altitude and requires good visibility to operate. The majority of the time, flights take off and land as planned, but there is always a chance that inclement weather will cause a flight to be canceled. In that case, the participants will continue their journey by road (Karakoram Highway). This is a backup plan in case we can’t take the flight the other day, and it’s also necessary due to the complicated airline booking for the following route and the heavy traffic.

Participants must be very wary of other businesses that provide this trek because they can make you wait longer in order to catch the aircraft, which will prevent you from finishing the eagerly anticipated trek on time.

 

We advise the participants to read the relevant travel advice posted on the website of their respective foreign offices. On the ‘Travel Advice’ page of the European Commission website, travelers who are EU citizens can find the necessary information. Other participants can check out their individual foreign office web pages. Some of these websites forbid their users from traveling the Karakoram Highway, but the majority of these websites are out of date. Please be advised that in the event of a flight cancellation, participants will travel on the Karakoram Highway before continuing on the Gilgit-Skardu Road from Jaglot, Gilgit.

 

For both domestic and foreign tourists, traveling on the Karakoram Highway is one of the best experiences in Pakistan. As the participants travel along this fantastic highway, they will experience some of the nicest sights and come across indigenous communities along the way. Many foreign tourists have enjoyed this exhilarating road journey and have never regretted taking it. We advise participants to contact their insurance provider for more details on travel insurance. If your insurance provider does not fully cover your trekking vacation, you may wish to check into other options. For good solutions, for instance, in the UK, check the British Mountaineering Council.

All of the participants will be managed by our experienced guide throughout the entire trekking trip. These tour guides hold government-issued licenses that have been approved by Pakistan’s tourism ministry. Our guide will be the main point of contact for all requests for help, assistance, communication, or any other form of support during this trek. These tour guides have experience working with foreign tourists and have helped many of them from different countries. Most of our guides speak English.

They are taught to engage with participants in a very professional manner, thus we advise participants to have a cordial yet professional relationship with their specific guide.

If your private party includes persons who speak a language other than English—for example, Spanish—we will endeavour to reschedule our Spanish-speaking guide (if available). On this trekking vacation, the participants will be accompanied by a guide, a food crew, and porters, depending on the size of the party.

The porters are residents from the nearby villages, the majority of whom are small-scale subsistence farmers. While their children look after the fields, they work as porters during the hiking season. They are hospitable and welcoming individuals that promote environmental health in these isolated areas by laughing, singing, and dancing whenever they have the opportunity.

An additional significant experience offered by this holiday is observing the porters with such incredible vitality. These indigenous groups of porters and their elders have been involved with this industry for decades.

You may take up to $250 USD, 240 EUR, 1700 CNY, or 200 GBP (or an equivalent amount in your home currency) in addition to the costs associated with your trekking vacation. This sum can be utilized for other costs as well as tips for the porters and helpers. When you arrive at the airport, you can exchange your local currency for the Pakistani Rupee; our office can assist you with a decent conversion.

Tipping for porters and any purchases you make in Pakistan will be done in Pakistani Rupees. In most places, it is simple to exchange US dollars, although we suggest doing it only once. Credit cards are helpful when buying in Islamabad for products like rugs, gifts, and souvenirs.

Automated Teller Machines will be available in Skardu Town and Islamabad for credit/debit card withdrawals, but you can only get Pakistani Rupees.

The porters will carry all the luggage, including supplies, equipment, and other items. The maximum weight for a fully packed trekking bag is 12.5 (or 20 pounds) kilograms. A sleeping bag and mattress will be included in the load limit. It’s crucial to just bring what you absolutely need on the hike. You can leave some of your belongings at the Skardu Hotel.

The association of local porters established a severe weight restriction of 12.5 kilograms. The mountaineering gear will not be allowed as personal baggage (12.5kg) for this journey. The mountaineering gear that porters will carry separately will be gathered from you in Skardu.

All of our prospective guests are required to read and understand the various heights described for each trekking day above. At such a high altitude, this walk is challenging. However, do not be alarmed; humans are endowed with the ability to acclimatize to high altitudes. Participants must adjust to our carefully thought-out itinerary. According to the trek you choose, the maximum elevations are listed below.

Height/Elevation of Gondogoro La: 5,585 meters
Height/Elevation of K2 base camp: 5,130 meters

For each of our K2 holidays, three lists are provided. For all of our K2 outings, the goods on List 1 are a necessity. Only treks that include the Gondogoro La pass are included in List 2. Items that you might need during your trekking vacation are included on the third list. You can choose the tools or items needed from the third list based on your prior knowledge and judgment.

List 1 – Must Bring Items:

  • First Aid Pack (Diamox (Altitude), Dioralite (re-hydration salts), antiseptic cream, blister treatment, throat lozenges, plasters, Imodium (diarrhea treatment), painkillers)
  • Hiking Backpack (Day Pack) 32-42 Litres
  • Fleece jacket with hood or a warm jumper
  • Mittens or gloves
  • Gloves (Thermal)
  • Headtorch with spare batteries
  • Hiking boots (over-the-ankle boots. low cut boots not recommended)
  • Sleeping bag (-16°C comfort rated)
  • Sandals (sports) or old shoes (to cross rivers)
  • Sun protection cream (including total block for nose, lips, etc.)
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunhat
  • Thermarest or any similar mat/pad for sleeping
  • Warm hat
  • Warm jacket (down)
  • Water bottles 1litre (x2)
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Waterproof over-trousers
  • Antibacterial hand wash
  • Shirts/T-shirts
  • Small towel
  • Socks
  • Spare laces
  • Underwear (normal and thermal)
  • Trekking poles (highly recommended)
  • Wash-bag and toiletries
  • Walking socks (2/3 pairs)
  • Baselayer – leggings (Thermal)
  • Trekking Trousers
  • Baselayer thermal shirts (2 long sleeves, 2 short sleeves)

List 2 – Mountaineering Equipments (for Gondogoro Pass treks only):

  • Crampons
  • Mountaineering boots (compatible with your crampons. Minimum Grade B2. Many trekkers including the guide/porters use their hiking shoes with crampons as mountaineering boots are required for one day only. However, we are not suggesting you do the same.
  • Ice axe (Few people including the guide/porters don’t bring an ice axe and do fine. We are not suggesting you do the same)
  • Climbing harness
  • Karabiner/Carabiner (screwgate type x 2)
  • Climbing helmet
  • Prusik loops X two (2) – (4 meters of 6 mm cord makes up 2)
  • Sling (120 cm)

List 3 – Optional:

  • Buff or scarf
  • Small padlock (for locking your bag)
  • Camera
  • Insect repellant
  • Pen-knife (important: pack sharp tools in hold luggage)
  • Repair kit (e.g. thread, needle, duct tape)
  • Liner (for sleeping bag)
  • Travel clothes
  • Bergzeit
  • Gear Express
  • Trekk INN
  • Mountain Gear

Yes, you can rent and buy some equipment in Skardu town (such as crampons, mountaineering boots, harnesses, climbing helmets, etc.), but there is no assurance that you will find the proper fit or the best deal. The few mountain equipment shops in Skardu wait all year to offer the greatest deals on these items for sale or rental. These products are marketable used/secondhand products that aren’t necessarily trustworthy. These equipment are rented at variable rates. We can make arrangements if we are given advance notice.

Six (6) persons must register in order to conduct the “Fixed departures”. For each of our scheduled departures, we get a few different passenger counts. We think it’s crucial to let our prospective guests know about it.

On our website and page, you may confirm the holiday status, though. The status “available” indicates that we are still accepting registrations from guests, whilst “guaranteed” indicates that we have reached the necessary number of travelers and the trip will depart on the scheduled dates. We will stay in close contact with all of our registered guests. Step-by-step instructions will be provided for reserving flights to Pakistan and applying for visas, among other things.

A passport valid for at least six months is required to apply for a visa to Pakistan. We encourage you to get in touch with the closest Pakistani Consulate in your town or country for more current and trustworthy information. We have faith in your ability to responsibly handle the task of securing the necessary travel documents. For each place you plan to visit, there must be two empty pages in your passport (travel documents) if you are visiting a non-EU country.

Trekking tourists typically need a tourist (visit) visa, while foreigners who are currently in Pakistan on work visas need a No-Objection-Certificate (NOC), which might take up to six weeks to get. Although the cost of the visa is about $200, we nevertheless advise contacting the Pakistani High Commission or Consulate in your area. In some cases, a copy of the group’s “government trekking permit” as well as an invitation letter from Karakoram Trails are needed to apply for a Pakistani visa. Once you register with us, we will help you get the visa by giving you the required paperwork. It is not necessary to have a trekking permit to apply for a visa.

Before traveling to Pakistan, one should speak with a qualified doctor or health specialist. You should discuss your plan with the doctor, get any recommended immunizations, and make a list of all possible preventative actions. Our guests must be protected with the required vaccinations and boosters for your country, as well as any optional vaccinations like malaria prevention. However, some areas of Islamabad are free of malaria. Your accommodations will be in well-kept neighborhoods. In hospitals in Islamabad, there have been reports of dengue and malaria cases throughout the rainy season.

Even though the risk of malaria is minimal, it nevertheless exists in Skardu and other Gilgit-Baltistan communities. The risk of contracting malaria is reduced by wearing long pants, long sleeves, and using insect repellents, but as a best practice, it is preferable to receive the necessary vaccination to prevent any cases while on the trekking vacation. It is also advised to consult a dentist before beginning your vacation in the isolated alpine area.

All visitors who want to stay longer than four (four) weeks after the trek should be aware that proof of vaccinations will be needed upon departure from the country if you are coming from countries with a serious risk of yellow fever transmission (this includes transit countries that are more than 12 hours away). For more information kindly visit this website, this will be very helpful in getting the relevant information.

It may be necessary to bring portable chargers, storage cards, and extra batteries on the hiking trip. To ensure that your devices continue to work as long as possible, we urge you to compile a list of all the adapters, plugs, and other electrical equipment you could need.

To find out the best portable battery chargers please visit this link.

We strongly advise our guests to take some time to study the official travel advisories on their country’s Foreign Office website because we endorse and advocate all travel and health safety efforts by various nations across the world. Our first goal is to make sure that our guests are safe. Once we are confident in the safety and security, we won’t begin the journeys. We shall be in constant contact and engage in bilateral communication with the guest who has been reserved for Pakistan.

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July 20, 2025 - August 13, 2025
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