Overview
This out standing trek to combines the classic approach walk along the baltoro glacier to Concordia with ample time to ascend the Godwin Austin Glacier to K2 Base Camp. It’s far and away the most spectacular trek in Pakistan, attracting large number of trekkers and expeditions.
Concordia is the name given to the convergence of the gigantic Baltoro Glacier and the Godwin-Austen Galcier in the Karakorum Mountains of Pakistan.
The trek, which gives you the opportunity to get amazing glimpses of the snowcapped peaks in the surrounding, is among the riskiest treks in the world. As someone has said “The more the risk, the higher the reward,” this holds true in case of Concordia K2 base camp trek.
Included/Excluded
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The base camp services for the Trekking include a flight from Islamabad to Skardu and back. There is a Jeep drive from Skardu to Askoli and return, with porters or mules to carry luggage where the jeep cannot reach. Pick-up and drop-off services from the airport to the hotel and vice versa are provided. Participants will enjoy a 3-night stay at hotel in Islamabad with bed and breakfast included. The Trekking includes the royalty and permit from the Pakistan Government, maps for trekking and climbing, and porters carrying up to 20 kg of personal baggage. Climbers are provided with three meals a day and comfortable accommodation in a hotel, lodge, or tents. At the base camp, each individual gets a mattress and pillow, along with facilities like a dining tent, kitchen tent, communication tent, toilet, staff tent, tent for Pakistani base camp staff, store tents, tables, chairs, and all necessary cooking gear. Twin-sharing tents for members, experienced and well-trained cook and kitchen helpers, a heating system in the dining tent and other necessary tents, a solar panel/electricity generator, medical and first aid kit, and a professional and experienced tour guide are also included. Additionally, all taxes and fees required for necessary tools, as well as a farewell dinner, are covered.
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The services do not cover airfare for international flights or the Pakistan visa fee. Personal climbing equipment like sleeping bags and oxygen masks are not provided, nor are minibars during hotel stays or travels. Distinct items for individuals, such as single occupancy rooms, may incur extra charges. Group climbing gear, including ropes, ice screws, snow bars, EPI gas, cooking pots, and others, is also excluded. An insurance policy for mountain climbing rescue and evacuation, which is mandatory, is not included. Lodging and meals after the base camp, as well as meals in Islamabad other than breakfast, are not covered. Any costs arising from the necessity of an early conclusion or summit attempt, such as additional hotel nights, hotel meals, and evacuation expenses, must be borne by the participants. Costs resulting from unforeseeable delays beyond the company’s control (Force majeure) are not included. Finally, personal communication expenses like phone, fax, or email from Pakistan to the home country are not covered.
Tour Plan
Day 01
| Days |
Activities |
Overnight |
| 1 |
Welcome to Pakistan (Islamabad) 500-M |
Hotel |
Day 02
| Days |
Activities |
Overnight |
| 2 |
Flight to Skardu Subject to weather Drive to Chilas 11-12hrs 1200-M |
Hotel |
Day 03
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Activities |
Overnight |
| 3 |
Drive from Chilas to Skardu. 8-9hrs 2450-M |
Hotel |
Day 03
| Days |
Activities |
Overnight |
| 4 |
Drive to Askole. 6-7hrs 3050-M |
Camp |
Day 04
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Activities |
Overnight |
| 4 |
Drive to Askole. 6-7hrs 3050-M |
Camp |
Day 05
| Days |
Activities |
Overnight |
| 5 |
Trek to Jola. 5-6hrs 3200-M |
Camp |
Day 06
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Overnight |
| 6 |
Trek to Paju. 6-7hrs 3400-M |
Camp |
Day 07
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Overnight |
| 7 |
Rest day Paju. 3400-M |
Camp |
Day 08
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Overnight |
| 8 |
Trek to Khuburtse. 4-5hrs 3600-m |
Camp |
Day 09
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Overnight |
| 9 |
Trek to Urdukas. 3-4 hrs 3800-M |
Camp |
Day 10
| Days |
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Overnight |
| 10 |
Trek to Goro II. 5-6hrs 4300-m |
Camp |
Day 11
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Overnight |
| 11 |
Trek to Concordia. 4-5hrs 4580-M |
Camp |
Day 12
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| 12 |
Rest day Concordia. 4580-m |
Camp |
Day 13
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Overnight |
| 13 |
Trek back to Goro I. 6-7hrs 4300-m |
Camp |
Day 14
| Days |
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Overnight |
| 14 |
Trek to Khuburtse. 6-7hrs 3600-m |
Camp |
Day 15
| Days |
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Overnight |
| 15 |
Trek to Paju 4-5hrs 3400-M |
Camp |
Day 16
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Overnight |
| 16 |
Trek to Jola. 5-6hrs 3200-M |
Camp |
Day 17
| Days |
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Overnight |
| 17 |
Trek to Askole. 4-5hrs 3050-m |
Camp |
Day 18
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Overnight |
| 18 |
Drive Askoli to Skardu. 7-8hrs 2450-M |
Camp |
Day 19
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Activities |
Overnight |
| 19 |
Flight to Islamabad Subject to weather Drive to Chilas 8-9hrs 1200-M |
Hotel |
Day 20
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Overnight |
| 20 |
Drive Chilas to Islamabad in 12-13hrs 500-M |
Hotel |
Day 21
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Activities |
| 21 |
Onward to your own Destinations |
Alani –
It was great! Beautiful views and fun activities
Chan –
Very part of this tour was excellent. Our room was lovely – larger than expected. We had a balcony which I really enjoyed.