The opening of the 5650m high Gondogoro LA adds a new dimension to
the magnificent K2 Trek, making it possible to return via beautiful
Hushe Valley.
Given a little
luck with weather the view from this pass is just incomparable,
anywhere in the world. From no other place on earth can one see such
incredible views of K2 (8611m) the second highest peak in the world,
and world's most beautiful high pyramid, Broad Peak (8048m),
Gasherbrums I to 6, Golden Throne (7240m), Chogolisa (7665m), and
the entire upper Baltoro Massif.
This trek
requires a good degree of physical fitness, as the variable weather
conditions make the crossing of pass quite challenging, but more
rewarding too. It is recommended that the trek may be started from,
Askole as group can reach up to Concordia being able to see major
Baltoro Peaks and, return the same route in case of extreme snow
conditions and unkind weather situations. We also recommend that the
members should take crampons and ice axe.
I T I N E R A R YALTITUDE:
Min = 600m Max = 5650m
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
Goncordia: 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.
Day 13-14
2 days free for explorations.
Day 15
Vigne Glacier: continue for 5-6 hrs on Vigne
Glacier, proving superb views of Chogolisa, and
Mitre Peak, A rare mountain
panorama camp. at about 4800 mtrs.
Day 16
Gondokora_La: A very early morning start with 4-5
hours strenuous and steep ascend to 5680 mtrs high pass, and
another 3-4 hrs descend to the high camp on the other side.
Day 17
Day free for optional climb of Gondokoro Peak.
Day 18
Dalzampa: Easy descend of 3-4 hrs on glacier
Moraine to beautiful camp site at 4150 meters.
Day 19
Shaieshcho: Another 3-4 hrs walk on the lateral
moraine, through wild roses, cedar and Tamarisk bushes.
Day 20
Hushe: Continue 4-5 hrs walk to Hushe along the
east bank of river.
Day 21
Skardu: Jeep drive to Khaplu and Skardu. 7-8
hours very interesting drive.
Day 22
Islamabad: Fly to Islamabad or drive to Chilas.
Day 23
Day free at ISB or drive Chilas to Islamabad.
Day 24
AM de-briefing at Ministry of Tourism. PM fly
home.
ALTITUDE:
Min = 600m Max = 5650m
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