The trek is challenging and you MUST train for several months prior to departure to make your trip as enjoyable as possible. Training should include regular walking on hills, in combination with swimming, light running or biking and gym work to develop strength. Consider undertaking a training plan from Uphill Athlete.
The K2 Base Camp Trek is one of the world’s great high-altitude journeys, taking you deep into Pakistan’s Karakoram Range beneath the planet’s most dramatic mountains.
Following the Baltoro Glacier to Concordia and on to K2 Base Camp, this demanding trek offers sustained trekking, remote camps and constant views of 8,000-metre peaks. The return journey includes a crossing of the Gondogoro La, adding a challenging and rewarding finish to an unforgettable trek.
This trek is designed for experienced trekkers looking for a remote, committing adventure rather than a comfort-based journey. Days are long, conditions can be harsh and the environment is raw and uncompromising, but the rewards are exceptional. From nights beneath the Trango Towers to standing at Concordia with K2 rising above the glacier, this is a trek defined by scale, isolation and a genuine sense of achievement.
- Spend two nights at K2 Base Camp
- Cross the Gondogoro La
- Small team with experienced guides and local staff
Trek Level
Trek Level
Advanced
Elevation
Elevation
5,585m/18,323ft
Duration
Duration
22 days
Location
Location
Pakistan
K2 BC
ITINERARY
DAY 1
Arrive in Islamabad, gear check and team briefing
DAY 2
Half day city sightseeing tour
DAY 3
Fly from Islamabad to Skardu
DAY 4
Day in Skardu, packing and sorting gear, optional visit to Kharpochu Fort and Buddha
DAY 5
Travel to Askoli
DAY 6
Trek Askoli to Jhula (3,200m), approx 5-6hrs
DAY 7
Trek Jhula to Paiju (3,600m), approx 7-8hrs
DAY 8
Trek Paiju to Khuburtse (4,000m), approx 6hrs
DAY 9
Trek Khuburtse to Urdukas (4,240m), approx 4hrs
DAY 10
Trek Urdukas to Goro-II (4,500m), approx 6 hrs
DAY 11
Trek Goro-II to Concordia (4,687m), approx 5hrs
DAY 12
Trek Concordia to K2 Base Camp (5,050m), approx 5hrs
DAY 13
Free day to explore and rest at K2 Base Camp
DAY 14
Trek K2 Base Camp to Concordia, approx 5hrs
DAY 15
Trek Concordia to Ali Camp (5,000m), approx 5-6hrs
DAY 16
Cross Gondogoro La to Huispang (5,650m), approx 9hrs
DAY 17
Trek Huispang to Saicho (3,300m), approx 5-6hrs
DAY 18
Trek from Saicho to Hushe (3,000m) 3-4hrs, then jeep drive to Skardu, 6hrs
DAY 19
Weather contingency day
DAY 20
Fly from Skardu to Islamabad
DAY 21
Spare day for flight delays or half day trip to Taxila from Islamabad
DAY 22
Depart Islamabad
Departures and Pricing
Note: Dates are subject to change due to many factors out of our control
| Start/End | Departing from | Quantity | Pricing | Notes | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Jul - 25 Jul 2026 | Islamabad, Pakistan | Available | $9,500 USD $ | ||
| Book Now | |||||
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PREPARE
Fitness
Trekking Experience
You should be experienced in hiking/trekking off-trail on rocky and icy terrain.
Altitude Experience
No prior altitude experience required.
Why Adventure Consultants?
Because we want you to remember this trek for being so much more than just a hike, the team at Adventure Consultants have planned a fusion of all the best components that we know make this a truly memorable experience. We are renowned for our quality of service and the strategy applied to our treks. Our reputation is attributed to meticulous planning and experienced logistics coordination.
We have a philosophy of investing in every trip to offer our trekkers the best possible experience. We employ strong and specialised trek leaders and local staff, who are some of the most pre-eminent in the industry. We pride ourselves on operating with small teams and the best back-up and support available. This includes nutritious and ample quantities of food, comfortable camp facilities, reliable communications systems and the necessary medical back up. Our staff are the most affable guides working in conjunction with our excellent cooking teams, to promise you an experience of a lifetime!
Many of our team members come to us because they have seen us in action on a previous trip and decide to opt for our level of service and proven experience. Others return because they know we do our very best to make our trips safe and successful.
Inclusions
The price of your trek includes the following:
- Qualified and experienced trek leaders
- Flights Islamabad-Skardu and return
- Hotel accommodation (twin share) in Islamabad and Skardu
- Visit and spend 2 nights at K2 Base Camp
- Small groups
- Regular dispatches for families and friends to follow your expedition
- Comprehensive pre-trip support from our New Zealand office.
Our Team
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