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K2 Classic
From Skardu we drive to Askole, where our team of porters load up
for the trek. On the first few stages we cross the snout of the
Biafo Glacier, and negotiate the narrow trails above the Bradlu
River, before ascending the lateral moraine to the Baltoro Glacier.
Ascending the glacier we gain unrivalled views of the Karakoram.
With the option
of stopping at non traditional camp sites wherever possible, we move
along the surrounding rock spires, granite towers. Occasionally on
and off the Baltoro Glacier itself, we reach Concordia, from where
we have the most spectacular view of some of the World's greatest
giants like K2 (8611m), Broad Peak (8048m), Gasherbrum II (8035m),
Gasherbrum IV (7925m), Chogolisa (7665m) and Golden Throne (7240m).
Baltoro Concordia
Trek has been a highlight for trekkers, and has allowed thousands of
the adventure lovers to enjoy the magnificence of the Karakorams.
The route follows Braldu River up to Baltoro Glacier, a 65 km long
highway of the ice.
I T I N E R A R
YALTITUDE:
Min = 600m Max = 4200m
Day 1
Arrive Islamabad.
Day 2
Briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
Day 3
Fly to Skardu (1 hr) or drive to Chilas.
Day 4
Day free at Skardu or drive Chilas-Skardu (8-10
hrs).
Day 5
By jeeps to Askole (8-9 hrs) at 3000 mtrs.
Day 6
Traverse Biafo Glacier and cross Dumordu River to
Jhola (6-8 hrs).
Day 7
Trek to Paiyu provides good views of Baltoro
Snout, Cathedral Towers and triangle of K2 at far view (5-7
hrs).
Day 8
Day free at Paiyu (3600 mtrs).
Day 9
To Khuburtze (5-8 hrs): A gradual climb up
Baltoro Glacier on the southern edge with lovely walk of the
last 90 minutes to the camp site at 4000 mtrs.
Day 10
Urdukas: 4-5 hrs walk
mostly along the crest of lateral moraine, with stunning views
of Paiyu Peak,
Chorichi, Uli Biaho, Trango Towers and so on. A good camp site
at 4200 mtrs.
Day 11
Goro II: The first hour
walk is across difficult side crevasses, however the way is
smoother and easy in the center. Continue opposite of Yermanendo
Glacier for 3-4 hrs to the camp site at 4500 meters pitched in
the center of the glacier.
Day 12
5-6 hours slightly easy walk, with spectacular
views and gigantic mountain panorama, including Mustagh Tower GB
IV, Mitre Peak and the mighty K-2, Camp at Concordia at 4700
mtrs.
ALTITUDE:
Min = 600m Max = 4200m
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