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K2 BASECAMP AND GGLA TREK

Skardu

Location

Skardu
Activities Type

Advanture
Activate Day

14-15 days
Traveler

1
RS- 300000 / Per Person

Overview

The K2 Basecamp trek is a dream trek for anyone associated with trekking and adventure. One of the most rewarding treks in the heart of the Karakoram, this trek offers a window of opportunity to view some of the world’s highest peaks, including K2 (8,611m), the second-highest peak in the world. The entire trip is completed in almost 14 days from Skardu to Skardu, including 9 days of trekking. The trek also includes crossing the high-altitude Ghondogoro La (5,940m), which connects the Baltoro valley with the Hushe valley. This is a strenuous trek that requires physical fitness, good stamina, and prior trekking experience.

What's Included

Destination	Skardu Discover K2 BASECAMP AND GGLA TREK
Departure Location	Skardu
Return Location	Skardu
Price Includes	Skardu Airport pick-up and drop-off two nights of hotel stay and dinner in Skardu all trek meals all NOCs permits park fees and tolls 4×4 vehicles for trek start/end satellite phone for emergency calls Garmin GPS device for connectivity basic first aid mess tent with seating and lighting generator (selected hours) porters for personal luggage (up to 12.5 kg) assistance in physical preparation and gear arrangement
Price Does Not Include	Travel to/from Skardu personal equipment (sleeping bag trekking shoes etc.) personal insurance/emergency rescue tips for guides porters and staff additional hotel nights in Skardu unforeseen expenses (e.g. roadblocks) medical aid and helicopter rescue coverage
Additional Prices	Rs 350000 per person (Islamabad to Islamabad)

Equipment Required

Rucksack
sleeping bag
sleeping mattresses
head cover (scarf)
trousers
tights
full sleeves t-shirts
water proof trouser
water proof jacket
light cotton socks
woolen socks pairs
gloves (water proof)
woolen cap
sun cap/hat
sun glasses
water bottle 1.5 ltr
trekking stick
head torch (high beam)
extra cells for torch
sun block
lip salve
knife
trekking boots/covered joggers
chappal
small towel
personal camera for photography etc
extra cells/battery for camera
soap
harness
helmet
2 carabiner
crimpond.

Payment Procedure

Payment Terms

50% advance payment required for booking confirmation
Remaining 50% due at the time of departure

Payment Methods

Online transfer to our bank account
Cash payment at our office

Bank Transfer Details

Bank Name: Bank Al Habib

Account Title: THE MILES TOUR

Account Number: 55720081000808010

IBAN: PK06BAHL55720081000808010

Tour Plan

Skardu to Askole/Jhula (3,100m, 9-10 hours) The group will drive today on 4×4 jeeps from Skardu via the beautiful Shigar valley till Askole or Jhula. The final destination depends on the bridge situation between Askole and Jhula, which was damaged in the 2022 flash floods. There will be a lunch stop near Dasu.

Pannah Valley – Acclimatization Walk (Optional) This day is reserved as an acclimatization day for a walk into the Panna valley. This valley is used as summer pasture for Askole villagers and offers amazing scenery. If the trek starts from Askole village, this walk will be skipped.

Jhula to Paiyu (3,450m, 8-9 hours) This is a long and hectic day and requires an early start. In the absence of clouds, this day will be very hot and dry. There might be some small water body crossings. Paiyu is the last campsite where trees are available.

Rest Day at Paiyu Rest days offer an opportunity to relax and recover from the initial two days of the journey. The guide might organize local walks for further acclimatization or technical orientation for GGLA crossing. Specially prepared dishes by the local kitchen staff will also be served.

Paiyu to Khuburse (3,990m, 6-7 hours) This is the day when the group meets the massive Baltoro glacier. A lunch break is done midday at Liligo campsite. There might be a water crossing involved. Khuburse campsite offers views of the Cathedral Towers, Trango Towers, and Urli Biaho peaks.

Khuburse to Urdukas (4,050m, 3-4 hours) This is a relatively shorter trekking day, but the walk is still strenuous and involves mostly glacier walking. Urdukas is the last non-glacier campsite.

Urdukas to Goro2 (4,380m, 7-8 hours) The group passes through the Baltoro glacier, viewing Mashebrum Peak (7,273m) and Muztagh towers on a clear day. This is the first night spent right on the Baltoro glacier, so the night is expected to be cold and will require additional insulation.

Goro2 to Concordia (4,650m, 5-6 hours) This is the day to view the magnificent K2, along with Broad Peak, G2, G3, G4, Mitre, and Chogolisa peaks. The altitude at Concordia makes itself felt, and the night could be one of the coldest of the whole trek.

Rest Day/K2 Basecamp This is a rest day. Optionally, members can decide to go to the actual basecamp of K2, where they might meet climbers planning to summit K2.

Concordia to Ali Camp (4,800m, 5-6 hours) The group will leave Concordia to walk on the Vigne glacier to reach Ali camp. Participants will rest here before attempting the pass.

Ali Camp to Khuspang (4,600m, 10-12 hours) This is the toughest day of the trek, involving the crossing of the high-altitude Ghondogoro La at 5,590m. The walk includes technical portions, especially during the descent, so every step must be taken carefully.

Khuspang to Saicho (3,350m, 7-8 hours) Today is the last day of walking on boulders and scree. Grass and trees start appearing again. Saicho is a nice campsite among Juniper trees.

Saicho to Skardu (8-9 hours) The group will trek gently to Hushe (3-4 hours), where jeeps will be waiting to take them back to Skardu after a 4-hour drive.