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23 Days Concordia K2 Base Camp & Gglatrek

23 Days Concordia K2 Base Camp & Gglatrek

This tour includes:

Others

Sleeping Tents, Mess tents with Chairs and Tables, and Kitchen tents with kitchen utensils.

Accommodation

Hotel on twin sharing Single supliment will be charge extra. Twin sharing in the dome tents while trekking.

Guide

Professional Guide from arrival to departure

Flights

Skardu to Islamabad flight & Back to Islamabad

Transport

Van from Islamabad to Skardu & back if the flight cancled. 4x4 Jeeps to Askoli & back.

Optional

All permits and rescue fees for GGla, Porters, Cooks, Camping, and bridge fees.

Meals

All Meals in the hotel & while trekking.

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Itinerary of your trip 23 Days Concordia K2 Base Camp & Gglatrek

  • Day 1 Day 1: Islamabad Arrival
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Islamabad Arrival

      You will be met on arrival at Islamabad airport and driven back to the hotel. Please note we provide complementary airport pick up and hotel transfer. Group leader will give a full trip briefing will be given at the hotel.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Fly To Skardu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Fly To Skardu

      Today we will attempt to fly to Skardu in Gilgit-Baltistan, if the fight is

      cancelled then we will start driving Karakoram Highway (โ€œKKHโ€) and spend the night in Chilas.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Drive To Skardu On Kkh (If We Flew On Day 2 Then We Will Have A Sightseeing Day In Skardu).
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Drive To Skardu On Kkh (If We Flew On Day 2 Then We Will Have A Sightseeing Day In Skardu).

      Drive from Chilas to Skardu on KKH. If we flew to Skardu on Day 2 then this is a day to explore Skardu, it is well worth going into town to see explore the bazaar and visiting the Skardu fort which has a good view of the Indus river. We might be lucky and get to watch a game of polo in the evening.

      Overnight at hotel in Skardu (B,L,D).


  • Day 4 Day 4: Skardu To Askole (3,050M) By Jeep- 6 To 7 Hours Driving.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Skardu To Askole (3,050M) By Jeep- 6 To 7 Hours Driving.

      An exciting drive on a winding jeep trail with exposed sections passing through the arid landscape past villages with fertile terraces and apricot trees. Askole is the last village we will see for a few weeks. The time taken to drive to Askole depends on the condition of the jeep track which varies year to year. This jeep track is prone to blockages if there are landslides as this follows a narrow valley. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek To Korofong (3,100M)- 3 To 4 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek To Korofong (3,100M)- 3 To 4 Hours Walking.

      We follow a walking trail next to the Braldu river and, once passed the

      snout of the Biafo glacier, we arrive at the green oasis of Korofong. Given that we will be in camp by lunchtime we can spend the afternoon relaxing by the river, and also do a short acclimatisation walk if we wish.

      If the sun is out then this can be a very hot day with temperatures often approaching 40 degrees. It is important to bring plenty of water (at least three litres), wear a sun hat and apply plenty of sun cream. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trek To Bardumal (3,305M)- 7 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trek To Bardumal (3,305M)- 7 Hours Walking.

      From Korofong we follow the path up a side valley and cross the river by a good bridge (rather than the old trolley system or โ€œjholaโ€ as used in the  We then walk for another half an hour or so to reach the Jhola Camp.

      The views are impressive with Bakhor Das (5,809m) and Paiju Peakโ€™s needles in the distance. From Jhola as continue onto Bardumal campsite (also known as Skambong Scok). Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 7 Day 7: Trek To Paiju (3,380M)- 3 To 4 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Trek To Paiju (3,380M)- 3 To 4 Hours Walking.

      After an early start from Bardumal we will arrive at Paiju by mid-morning. The path is quite loose in places and again it is likely we will have to take boots off where the river has flooded the path in a few places. Paiju is a

      green oasis under the shadows of Paiju Peak (6,611m). From this camp we have the first views of the immense Baltoro Glacier. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).


  • Day 8 Day 8: Trek To Khoburtse (3,760M)- 6 To 7 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Trek To Khoburtse (3,760M)- 6 To 7 Hours Walking.

      After an hour we will walk up onto the Baltoro glacier for the first time. The path on the glacier is pretty good although care has to be taken as the moraine on the surface is uneven (trekking poles are useful from here on). We will probably stop for lunch at the old campsite at Lilligo. After this break we cross below the snout of the Lilligo Glacier and then get back on to the Baltoro and walk up and down several moraine ridges before arriving at the Khoburtse campsite. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 9 Day 9: Trek To Urdukas (4,130M)- 4 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Trek To Urdukas (4,130M)- 4 Hours Walking.

      During the walk today there are great views of Trango & Cathedral spires and Uli Biaho and Bial mountains. It is a short day but quite hard work as we walk up the undulating moraine and gaining height all the way. The

      campsite at Urdukas is very impressive with views over the Baltoro and to the dramatic rock spires on the opposite side of the glacier. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).


  • Day 10 Day 10: Acclimatising Day At Urdukas (4,130M)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Acclimatising Day At Urdukas (4,130M)

      We have found in the past that taking a rest day at Urdukas has worked well, the advantages of spending an extra night here are: It helps the acclimatisation process and has roved to more effective than a rest day at Paiju (the traditional place for a rest day after only three trekking days). there is a pleasant walk behind the campsite through grassy slopes full of alpine flowers. Climbing high & sleeping low is the best way to help the acclimatisation process. This is the last campsite on grassy slopes off the main glacier, it also has facilities for washing and cleaning. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 11 Day 11: Trek To Goro Ii (4,250M)- 6 To 7 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Trek To Goro Ii (4,250M)- 6 To 7 Hours Walking.

      The trail on the Baltoro goes past the Yermanandu Galcier, which flows from Masherbrum, and there are views of Muztagh (7,270m), Masherbrum (7,800m) and Gasherbrum IV at the head of the Baltoro and Concordia. The campsite at Goro II is on the glacier where ledges have been levelled out for the tents. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).


  • Day 12 Day 12: Trek To Concordia (4,600M)- 5 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Trek To Concordia (4,600M)- 5 Hours Walking.

      Today we reach Concordia where the Baltoro, Abruzzi and Godwin Austen glaciers converge, within a radius of 15 kilometres there are an incredible 41 peaks over 6,500m with 4 over 8,000m. The 360 degree panorama is simply incredible and has to been seen. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 13 Day 13: Trek To Broad Peak Base Camp (5,000M)โ€“ 4 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Trek To Broad Peak Base Camp (5,000M)โ€“ 4 Hours Walking.

      From Concordia the route passes through some jumbled ice fins and moraine ridges before gaining the medial moraine of the Godwin Austen glacier. Broad Peak Base Camp is located on this moraine near the base of climbing route on Broad Peak. One of the best views of K2 is from Broad Peak Base Camp. Please be aware that most other operators organising K2 Base Camp trek with their highest camp at Concordia and this means an unfeasible long walk Concordia to K2 Base Camp back to Concordia in one day. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).


  • Day 14 Day 14: Trek To K2 Base Camp (5,150M) And Back To Concordia (4,600M)- 6 To 7 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Trek To K2 Base Camp (5,150M) And Back To Concordia (4,600M)- 6 To 7 Hours Walking.

      This morning you make an early start for the walk up to K2 Base Camp. On the return you pass through Broad Peak Base Camp and then continue down to Concordia. From Concordia, our western leader will take our K2 & Gondogoro La group out over Gondogoro La and K2 Base Camp group will descend Baltoro with our local Pakistani guides. The two groups will meet up again at Concordia Motel in Skardu on Day 21. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 15 Day 15: Trek To Goro 1- 7 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Trek To Goro 1- 7 Hours Walking.

      Sadly we cannot stay at Concordia forever and today we start our retreat down the glacier stopping for the night at Goro 1. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).


  • Day 16 Day 16: Trek To Khoburtse (3,566M)- 7 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Trek To Khoburtse (3,566M)- 7 Hours Walking.

      Today we continue the trek back down the Baltoro with overnight camp at Khoburtse. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 17 Day 17: Trek To Paiju (3,383M)- 5 To 6 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Trek To Paiju (3,383M)- 5 To 6 Hours Walking.

      Today we come off the Baltoro glacier and spend the night at the green oasis of Paiju. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).


  • Day 18 Day 18: Trek To Jhola (3,170M)- 7 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Trek To Jhola (3,170M)- 7 Hours Walking.

      The trail from Paiju passes through Bardumal to Jhola camp. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 19 Day 19: Trek To Askole (3,050M)- 3 To 4 Hours Walking.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Trek To Askole (3,050M)- 3 To 4 Hours Walking.

      This walk to Askole can be done in about three hours and on completion we can celebrate our success with the porters and hand out their tips as a token of our appreciation for their hard work throughout the trek. We also often give any spare kit that we no longer wish by way of thanks. Overnight camping (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 20 Day 20: Drive To Skardu By Jeep- 6 To 7 Hours Driving.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Drive To Skardu By Jeep- 6 To 7 Hours Driving.

      Today we drive back to Skardu by jeep and meet up with the Gondogoro La group. Overnight at hotel in Skardu (Meals: B,L,D).

  • Day 21 Day 21: Fly To Islamabad.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Fly To Islamabad.

      We will hopefully take the early morning flight to Islamabad (inshallah!), if unable to fly we will start the drive the KKH to Chilas or Naran.

  • Day 22 Day 22: Islamabad.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Islamabad.

      If driving down the KKH we will arrive to Islamabad late afternoon. If we managed to fly the day before then we will spend today sightseeing in Islamabad. In the evening we will have a final group meal.

  • Day 23 Day 23: Fly Back Home.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 23: Fly Back Home.

      Transfer to Islamabad airport for the flight back home. End of trip.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 20 / Max: 50

Age range allowed for this experience.

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