K2 Expedition 8,611-M
Biafo and Hispar glaciers are 126 kilometers in length. They are known as the longest glaciers present in the Polar Areas. Both these glaciers meet at a height of 5150m.
Facts & Figures
Duration: 22 days • Maximum Altitude: 5151M • Location: Biafo Glacier • Range: Karakoram • Trek Status: Open• Trek Grade: Strenuous • Hotel Nights: 10• Camping Nights: 12• Ideal Time: July to August
Maximum Altitude
8,611 Meters
Walking Hours
5-6 Hours
Accomodation
Hotels & Camping
Transportation
Aircraft, High Roof, 4x4 Prado
Best Season
June to August
Guide
Licensed Professional Guide
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Payment Method
20% Deposit
Trip Type
Expedition 8000+
K2 Expedition
Mount K2 (8611m) is the second-highest peak in the world and the highest peak in Pakistan. Mount K2 is also known as CHOGORI which in the Balti language means the king of mountains. Mt. K2 has variously been described as an “awesome”, ” Killer” and “Savage” Mountain. Just because of the massiveness of its size and unsuccessful multiple attempts made on it by various expedition parties. K2 is a rocky mountain up to 6000-m, beyond this it becomes an ocean of snow. K2, 8611m is situated on the Pakistan-China border in the mighty Karakorum. The traditional route to its base camp goes from Skardu Baltistan which is linked with Islamabad by Karakoram Highway as well as by air. From Skardu, the route goes via Shigar-Dassu-Askole up to Concordia over the Baltoro Glacier. To the summit, we use the safest route and i.e ABRUZZI route. Even though these routes have become common, we are very familiar with the steep snow slopes and difficult rock parts.
The base camp for K2 is located on the Baltoro Glacier, which is a popular trekking route in the region. The trek to the base camp starts from the town of Skardu, which can be reached by a flight from Islamabad or by a long drive from Gilgit.
The climbing season for K2 is from June to August, which is the peak climbing season in the region. Climbers need to be well-prepared for extreme weather conditions, as the mountain is located in a high-altitude and remote area. The climb to the summit of K2 is challenging and technical, with steep and exposed sections, and requires a high level of climbing skills and experience.
To climb K2, climbers need to be well-equipped with proper gear and equipment, and should be accompanied by experienced guides and support staff. The climb requires a high level of physical and mental fitness, and climbers need to be able to cope with the extreme altitude and harsh weather conditions.
Despite the challenges, K2 is a popular destination for climbers who are drawn to its beauty and the sense of adventure that comes with climbing one of the highest and most difficult mountains in the world. However, it is important to note that K2 is a dangerous mountain, and climbers should be well-prepared and take all necessary safety precautions when attempting to climb it.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Islamabad and transfer to Hotel
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- Hotel
Day 2
Fly from Islamabad to Skardu. Explore the village and relax in the gardens of the hotel overlooking the Indus River
- D
- Hotel
Day 3
Rest Day in Skardu
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 4
Rest Day in Skardu: Expedition briefing and preparation
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 5
Drive from Skardu to Askole (2,600m)
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 6
Trek from Askole to Jhola (3,185m)
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 7
Trek from Jhola to Paiyu (3,383m)
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 8
Rest day in Paiyu
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 9
Trek from Paiyu to Urdukas (4,130m)
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 10
Trek from Urdukas to Goro II (4,250m)
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 11
Trek from Goro II to Concordia (4,690m)
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 12
Trek from Concordia (4,690m) to K2 Basecamp (5,150m)
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 13
13-43 Climbing Period [Base Camp – K2 Summit (8,611m) – Base Camp]
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 14
Cleaning Up Basecamp: Preparation for descending back
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 15
Trek from Basecamp to Goro II
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 16
Trek from Goro II to Khuburtze
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 17
Trek from Khuburtze to Mundung
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 18
Trek from Mundung to Askole
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 19
Drive from Askole to Skardu
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 20
Leisure day in Skardu (De-briefing at Ministry)
- B / L / D
- Hotel
Day 21
Fly from Skardu to Islamabad & transfer to the Hotel
- D
- Hotel
Day 22
Transfer to the International Airport for final departure
- D
- Hotel
Cost Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off.
- Domestic Flights.
- Transportation for City to City, briefing, debriefing, and sightseeing.
- Three nights’ accommodation in a twin bed room in Islamabad with breakfast included
- Three nights’ full board accommodation in an Islamabad hotel.
- Two nights’ full board accommodation in a Chilas hotel.
- Local staff wages, insurance, food, and equipment.
- Low porters for carrying expedition and trekking equipment and food.
- 75kg per climbing member on the way up.
- 50kg per climbing member on the way down.
- All trekking and base camp food.
- Members tent, mess tent, kitchen tent, store tent, office tent, shower tent, toilet tent, tables, chairs, and kitchen utensils.
- Assistance with reconfirmation of international flight tickets.
- Camping fees, road taxes, and bridge crossing fees.
- Equipment for low porters.
- Documentation and climbing permit.
- CKNP west management fee.
- Royalty fee and additional member fee.
- Liaison officer kit allowance, food, and flight fare.
- Electric generator or solar system at base camp.
- Heating system at base camp.
Cost Excluded
- Member international flight tickets.
- Helicopter emergency rescue fees (refundable if not used), currently at US $25,000
- Member climbing gear.
- Member personal insurance.
- High altitude tent.
- High altitude food.
- High altitude porter.
- Sleeping bag and all personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges, liquor or soft drinks, room service, gratuities for personal services, and items of a purely personal nature
- Custom clearing charges (import and export of equipment)
- EPI gas and oxygen cylinder.
- Any unforeseen expenses such as road block or extra hotel stay, or if members stay more days at Base Camp, then members will be charged according to the number of days.
- Any unforeseen expenses (just like road block extra hotel stay or if members stay more days at Base Camp) then members will be pay according to the numbers of days basses.
- If any trekking or climbing members split during the period, their extra expenses will be charged according to the normal price.
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