Trekking on the Baltoro Glacier and Bradlu River will allow you to enjoy the incredible beauty of the Trango Towers, UliBiaho, Masherbrum, Gasherbrum I, Gasherbrum IV, Broad Peak and, Golden Throne, Mitre Peak and before the entire second highest peak in the world – К2.
World greatest concentration of lofty peaks and longest glaciers is nestled in this region. A 100 km thick wall of majestic mountains separate Baltistan from China in the north while Deosai Plateau lies between Karakorum and Himalayas also in the southeast is Ladakh and in the west Gilgit and Hunza. In this massively mountainous area, lie 60 peaks of above 7000 meters. Four of which are above 8000 meters, K2 (8611 m), Gasherbrum I (8068 m), Broad Peak (8047m) and Gasherbrum II (8035 m). Askole the porters will be waiting to us to start on the trekking to K2. We will follow the riverside trail to the confluence of the Biafo and Dumordo rivers. The trail climbs to a vantage point from which you see the snout of Baltoro Glacier and, in the far distance, a magnificent panorama of the Cathedral Towers and, left of them, the unmistakable triangle of K2.
We will reach Concordia camp at 4700mt, where we will have the golden opportunity to see 7000mt to above 8000mt peaks including mighty K-2 (8611m) Broad Peak 8047mt G-I 8068mt G-II 8035mt SiaKangri 7422m Muztagh Tower 7284mt G-IV 7925m Miter Peak 6025m Golden Throne (7240m). K-2 Gondogoro la trek gives one of the greatest and loveliest mountain panoramas on earth. In a small are there are four peaks above 8000 meters are nestled beside hundreds of peaks of varying altitude and beauty. The scenery here truly cannot be matched anywhere else in the world. By a spectacular flight or drive along the KKH from Islamabad we will reach Skardu from where a seven hours jeep drive takes to Askoli for two weeks onward trek over the panoramic Gondogoro La (5850m) to Hushe village.
Arrival, transfer to hotel, and initial team meetup.
Mandatory session with tourism officials and gear check.
Depending on weather, take a scenic flight or long drive north.
Rest in Skardu or continue drive from Chilas if earlier flight wasn’t possible.
Begin the adventure with a jeep ride to the last village before the trek.
First day of trekking along the Braldu River.
Reach the famous campsite with views of Trango Towers.
Acclimatization and preparation for glacier trekking ahead.
Branch off to set up base camp near Trango Towers.
Explore Shipton Spire area – a climber’s paradise.
Relax, acclimatize, or explore climbing routes.
Rejoin main trail, scenic glacier views.
One of the most beautiful campsites with green terraces.
Enter Baltoro Glacier – surrounded by icy giants.
Epic spot where multiple glaciers converge – 360° mountain views.
Day trip to the base of the world’s second-highest peak.
Return from K2 BC and enjoy more views at Concordia.
Walk towards the base of another 8000er peak.
Acclimatize, relax or explore around G2 Base Camp.
Trek toward Gondogoro Pass – campsite before the climb.
A challenging and thrilling high-altitude pass crossing.
Well-deserved rest after crossing the pass.
Descend through alpine meadows and rock formations.
Final trekking day to the lush Hushe village.
Return to civilization with a scenic jeep ride.
Flight out (weather permitting) or start drive back.
Buffer/rest day in case of travel delays.
Departure day – end of the expedition.
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