The opening of the 5,450m high Gondogoro La adds a new dimension to the magnificent K2 Trek, making it possible to return via the beautiful Hushe Valley. Given a little luck with weather the view from the Gondogoro La pass is just incomparable, anywhere in the world. From no other place on earth can one see such incredible views of K2 (8,611m) the second highest peak in the world, and world's most beautiful high pyramid, Broad Peak (8,048m), Gasherbrums I to 6, Golden Throne (7,240m), Chogolisa (7,665m), and the entire upper Baltoro Massif.

This trek requires a good degree of physical fitness, as the variable weather conditions make the crossing of pass quite challenging, but more rewarding too. It is recommended that the trek may be started from, Askole as group can reach up to Concordia being able to see major Baltoro Peaks and, return the same route in case of extreme snow conditions and unkind weather situations. We also recommend that the members should take crampons and ice axe.

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrival in Islamabad, transfer to hotel
Day 02: Islamabad - Skardu or Chilas if no flight
Day 03: Chilas - Skardu
Day 04: Skardu - Thongal 2,800m
Day 05: Thongal - Korofong 3,100m
Day 06: Korofong - Bardumal 3,200m
Day 07: Bardumal - Paiju 3,500m
Day 08: Rest at Paiju.
Day 09: Paiju - Khuburche 3,800m
Day 10: Khuburche - Urdukas 4,240m
Day 11: Urdukas - Goro 4,500m
Day 12: Goro - Concordia 4,700m
Day 13: Excursion K2 base camp
Day 14: Concordia - Ali camp
Day 15: Ali camp - Gondogoro pass (5,450m) Khispang (4,500m)
Day 16: Khispang - Shayechu (3,500m)
Day 17: Shayechu - Hushe (3,200m)
Day 18: Hushe - Skardu
Day 19: Skardu - Islamabad or Chilas if no flight
Day 20: Chilas - Islamabad
Day 21: Last day in Islamabad
Day 22: Return flight to your home