GONDOGORO LA TREK (5585M / 18,323FT)

An exceptional and ambitious trekking adventure holiday walking in the Karakoram Mountains of Pakistan across the Gondogro La from K2. This very exciting trek leads from Askole, via the Baltoro Glacier to Concordia and then onward across the Gondogoro La (5585m) into the Hushe Valley. Trekking in the heart of the Karakoram by way of the Baltistan capital of Skardu, our trek gains height gradually, with magical views of peaks such as the Trango Towers, Masherbrum and finally, from Concordia, of K2 itself. After walking up the Godwin Austin glacier to visit the base camps for Broad Peak and K2, we continue our trek through a glaciated wilderness to the Gondogoro La. Climbing to the pass, we are rewarded by unforgettable views back to K2 (8611m), Broad Peak (8047m), the Gasherbrums, Chogolisa and also of Hidden Peak, one of the few places accessible to trekkers from which this mountain can be viewed. Then, dropping down from the pass, we can enjoy an sensational walk-out through pleasant alpine valleys to the friendly balti village of Hushe. If you are keen to visit K2 and have some experience of winter mountaineering, then this is the way to go. Truly, one of the finest high mountain experiences on Earth!

Trip Details

5 Nights Hotels, 14 Nights Camping,
14 Days Strenuous Trekking.
Max. Altitude: 5585m / 18,323Ft.
Group Size: 4-10
Duration: 19 Days From Islamabad to Islamabad

DAY

ACTIVITIES

1 Rendezvous at the group hotel in Islamabad. Baltistan Tours provide Complimentary airport transfers are provided.

2 In the morning we take the spectacular flight to Skardu. We take lunch at Skardu and then take the 2 hour journey by jeep via the Indus and Shyok valleys to Khaplu. Karakoram Lodge Khaplu Hotel.(2,600 m 8530 ft)

3 Crossing the Shyok River we continue our spectacular journey to Hushe Village. Camp. (2,750 m 9022 ft.)

4 A short day to the idyllic campsite of Saitcho at the junction of the Charakusa and Gondogoro Valleys. The afternoon is free for relaxing. Camp. (3,400m 11,150 ft)

5 We spend a further acclimatization day at Saitcho. There is an option to walk up the Charakusa Valley beside the glacier for a closer look at K6 and K7 Camp. (3,400m 11,150 ft)

6 Trekking beside the Gondogoro Glacier, we follow a wooded moraine ridge to Gondogoro Village and a final scramble up a rocky gulley to Dalsan. Camp.(4,200 m 13,780 ft)

7 - 8

A long day walking on the glacier beneath the beautiful spire of Layla Peak, takes us to Huisprung, a grassy terrace beside a small meltwater lake. Camp. (4600m/15090ft)

9 In preparation for the crossing of the Gondogoro La, we will move our base camp to a level site on the moraines below the pass. Camp. 4800metres (15,750ft)

10 We climb to the pass using fixed ropes to safeguard the ascent. The view from the top includes K2, Broad Peak, Chogolisa and the Gasherbrums. We descend to Ali Camp. 4800 metres (15,750 feet).

11 From Ali Camp we follow the Vigne Glacier to its confluence with the Upper Baltoro which ‘flows’ to Concordia. Camp (4500m. / 14,765ft.).

12 Rest day in Concordia. We have the option to trek up the Godwin Austin Glacier to visit K2 base camp via Broad Peak base camp.

13 Leaving Concordia, we move down the Baltoro to Shachspong, a high point on the central moraine where we have superb views up and down the glacier. Camp. (4200m. / 13,780ft.)

14 The towers and spires of Lobsang, Cathedral and Trango are the backdrop for today’s trek down the Baltoro via Urdukas to Horbose. Camp. (3930m. / 12,894ft.).

15 Today we complete the descent the Baltoro Glacier. Leaving the ice behind, it is much warmer as we reach the green, spring-fed oasis of Paiju. Camp. (3450m. / 11,320ft.).

16 On sandy trails now we follow the Braldu River to the tributary Panma Valley where we detour upstream a short way to reach clear Jola. Camp. (3165m. / 10,384ft.).

17 The final day of trekking. We reach the first habitation we have seen in two weeks at Askole, where the green fields are soothing to the eye. Camp. (3000m. / 9843ft.).

18 Driving through the Shigar Valley with its villages of intense agriculture we return to Skardu. We check into the Snow land hotel for a long awaited shower. Hotel.

19 We have a morning flight to Islamabad where we transfer to our group hotel. The afternoon is free for sightseeing and souvenir buying.

20 Free day in Islamabad. Today is a contingency day in case we have had to drive down the Karakoram Highway to Islamabad. Hotel.

21 Fly Back to Home

Number of PAX

Cost Per Person

4-12

US $ 3500

Single Hotel Supplement

US $300

Single Tent Supplement

US $ 200

Airport pick & Drop

US $ 80

Hotel Islamabad

Single Room US $ 100 Twin Room US $ 50 per person

Trip Code

Trip Dates for 2025

Gondogoro La -I

15 June to 04 July 2025

Gondogoro La -II

14 July to 02 August 2025

Gondogoro La -III

1 August to 20 August 2025

Gondogoro La -IV

05 August to 25 August 2025

Duration:

20/22 Days

Maximum Altitude:

5585 m / 18,323 ft

Trek Status

Restricted

Trek Grade

Strenuous

Location:

Karakoram

Best time:

June to August

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Trip Details

5 Nights Hotels, 14 Nights Camping,14 Days Strenuous Trekking.Max. Altitude: 5585m / 18,323Ft.Group Size: 4-10Duration: 19 Days From Islamabad to Islamabad

DAY

ACTIVITIES

1

Rendezvous at the group hotel in Islamabad. Baltistan Tours provide Complimentary airport transfers are provided.

2

In the morning we take the spectacular flight to Skardu. We take lunch at Skardu and then take the 2 hour journey by jeep via the Indus and Shyok valleys to Khaplu. Karakoram Lodge Khaplu Hotel.(2,600 m 8530 ft)

3

Crossing the Shyok River we continue our spectacular journey to Hushe Village. Camp. (2,750 m 9022 ft.)

4

A short day to the idyllic campsite of Saitcho at the junction of the Charakusa and Gondogoro Valleys. The afternoon is free for relaxing. Camp. (3,400m 11,150 ft)

5

We spend a further acclimatization day at Saitcho. There is an option to walk up the Charakusa Valley beside the glacier for a closer look at K6 and K7 Camp. (3,400m 11,150 ft)

6

Trekking beside the Gondogoro Glacier, we follow a wooded moraine ridge to Gondogoro Village and a final scramble up a rocky gulley to Dalsan. Camp.(4,200 m 13,780 ft)