K2 Circular Trek

Concordia, K2 Base Camp, Gondogoro La Trek

The Concordia K2 Base Camp Trek is a world-renowned hike in the Karakoram mountains. It takes you to Concordia, a junction of glaciers surrounded by towering peaks like K2, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrum IV. The trek itself offers stunning views of these peaks, along with other impressive mountains like Nanga Parbat and Trango Tower.

For those seeking an extra challenge, the Gondogoro La pass offers a more demanding route. This high-altitude pass provides an alternative return path from Concordia and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks if weather permits.

Overview

Ranked among the top ten classic hikes in the world, Concordia K2 Base Camp Trek is a lifetime experience.  The trek leads towards Concordia stopping at Jhula, Paiju, Urdukas and Goro-II. Concordia the junction of Baltoro and Godwin Austin Glaciers with several other tributaries, serving as the base for the giants of Karakorams. It is surrounded by several 8000 & 7000m high peaks including K2 (the king of mountains), Broad Peak, Gasherbrum IV, Baltoro Kangri, & Chogolisa etc. En-route glimpses of some other famous high mountains; Nanga Parbat, Trango Tower, Masherbrum Peak, and Muztagh Tower besides many tributary glaciers of Baltoro, will mesmerize you in the wilderness.

If an adventure enthusiast, wishes to add value to his/her K2 base camp trip, Gondogoro La 5450m is the most popular and frequently used high pass in the Karakoram. This route was established in 1986 that connects Concordia and the upper Baltoro Glacier to the beautiful Hushe Valley over the Gondogoro La. It’s a quite challenging and technical pass but provides an alternate route to return from Concordia hence it is highly famous among trekkers and climbers. If weather favors, the high pass offers the most overwhelming and extraordinary view of K2, Broad Peak, G1, G2, G3, G4, Masherbrum and Chogolisa besides many other peaks and glaciers in the region.

Day To Day Itinerary

Day 1: Islamabad

Upon arrival at the Islamabad International Airport, transfer to hotel. Half day city tour.


Day 2: Islamabad to Chilas or to Skardu

Altitude (Skardu): 2250 m

Flight: Islamabad – Skardu (1 hour)

or Drive to Chilas (10-12 hours)

After arrival in Skardu or Chilas, transfer to hotel.


Day 3: Skardu

Altitude: 2250 m

Chilas-Skardu: 260 km / 7 hours’ drive

Free day in Skardu or drive from Chilas to Skardu (7-8 hours)

If you arrived by flight, you will go on a half-day sightseeing tour today. This includes Kharpocho Fort, Manthal Buddha Rock, and Sadpara Lake.

Optional: Visit Upper Kachura Lake and Broq or shop for souvenirs, as Skardu is the last town for shopping.


Day 4: Drive from Skardu to Askoli

Altitude (Askoli): 3100 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 850 m

Distance: 130 km / 6 hours’ drive

Drive through the lush green Shigar and Braldu valleys to Askoli, the last settlement.

Stay in tents at Askoli.


Day 5: Trek from Askoli to Jhola

Altitude (Jhola camp): 3200 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 100 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 17.5 km / 5-6 hours

Start trekking through barren land with views of Biafo Glacier and the beautiful Bakhor Dass Peak (5809 m).

Stay in tents at Jhola camp.


Day 6: Trek from Jhola to Paiju

Altitude (Paiju camp): 3600 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 400 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 18.8 km / 7-8 hours

Trek through Bardumal valley, with views of Broad Peak (8051 m).

Stay in tents at Paiju camp.


Day 7: Trek from Paiju to Khuburtse

Altitude (Khuburtse): 4000 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 400 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 13 km / 5 hours

Walk on the Baltoro Glacier, and enjoy views of Trango Towers (6251 m).

Stay in tents at Khuburtse.


Day 8: Trek from Khuburtse to Urdukas

Altitude (Urdukas): 4240 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 240 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 8.1 km / 4-5 hours

Enjoy spectacular views of Biale (6729 m) and the Trango group.

Stay in tents at Urdukas.


Day 9: Trek from Urdukas to Goro-II

Altitude (Goro-II): 4500 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 260 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 11.6 km / 6 hours

Continue trek along Baltoro Glacier, passing Goro I.

Stay in tents at Goro-II.


Day 10: Trek from Goro-II to Concordia

Altitude (Concordia): 4687 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 187 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 12.9 km / 6 hours

Arrive at Concordia for spectacular views of K2 and surrounding peaks.

Stay in tents at Concordia.


Day 11: Concordia

Altitude (Concordia): 4687 m

Rest day at Concordia to relax and enjoy the view.


Day 12: Trek from Concordia to Broad Peak Base Camp

Altitude (Broad Peak Base Camp): 4900 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 213 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 7 km / 3 hours

It takes 3 hours to reach Broad Peak Base Camp (4900 m). An amazing day during which we will enjoy the dramatic views of the giant Karakoram Mountains along with large glaciers all around.

Overnight stay in tent.


Day 13: Trek from Broad Peak Base Camp to K2 Base Camp and back to Concordia

Altitude (K2 Base Camp): 5050 m

Altitude (Concordia): 4687 m

Distance & Hiking Time (Broad Peak BC to K2 BC): 5.1 km / 2 hours

Distance & Hiking Time (K2 BC to Concordia): 12.1 km / 5 hours

Altitude Gained/Lost: ↑ 150 m & ↓ 213 m

We’ll visit K2 base camp today, giving the opportunity to meet many mountaineers if they are not in higher camps. We will also visit the Gilkey Memorial with its many memory plaques for climbers who died on K2.

Overnight stay in tent at Concordia.


Day 14: Trek from Concordia to Ali Camp

Altitude (Ali Camp): 5000 m

Altitude Gained: ↑ 313 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 12 km / 5-6 hours

Continue trekking on Vigne Glacier with panoramic views of Chogolisa and Mitre Peak. Overnight in tents.


Day 15: Trek from Ali Camp to Gondogoro La (pass) and to Huispang

Altitude (Gondogoro Pass): 5650 m

Altitude (Huipang): 4600 m

Distance & Hiking Time: 20 km / 10 hours

Start early for Gondogoro Pass (5650 m) with stunning views of Karakoram peaks. After reaching the pass, descend to Huispang (4600 m). Overnight in tents.


Day 16: Trek from Huispang to Siacho

Altitude (Siacho): 3300 m

Distance & hiking time: 16 km / 5-6 hours

Trek to Saicho (3300m), passing lakes, meadows, and mountains. Camp near Saicho and enjoy a local celebration by porters. Overnight in tents.


Day 17: Trek from Siacho to Hushe

Altitude (Skardu): 3000 m

Distance & hiking time: 8 km / 3-4 hours

Trek down to Hushe (3000m), then take jeeps to Skardu. Say goodbye to porters. Overnight in tents.


Day 18: Drive from Hushe to Skardu

Altitude (Skardu): 2250 m

Altitude Lost: ↓ 850 m

Distance and Travel Time: 168 km / 6 hours’ jeep drive

Drive back to Skardu, passing through Ganche district villages and along the Shayok and Indus Rivers. Overnight in hotel.


Day 19: Fly from Skardu to Islamabad

Breakfast and transfer to the airport for the flight to Islamabad. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel.


Day 20: Islamabad

Day at leisure. Shopping or visit Taxila, an ancient center of Gandhara civilization. Overnight in hotel.


Day 21: Departure from Islamabad

Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for departure flight.

Fixed Departures

1st Departure

First day of trip: 19-JUN-2025

End of trip: 08-JUL-2025

Duration: 19 nights/20 days


2nd Departure

First day of trip: 12-JUL-2025

End of trip: 31-JUL-2025

Duration: 19 nights/20 days


3rd Departure

First day of trip: 19-JUL-2025

End of trip: 07-AUG-2025

Duration: 19 nights/20 days


4th Departure

First day of trip: 09-AUG-2025

End of trip: 28-AUG-2025

Duration: 19 nights/20 days


5th Departure

First day of trip: 16-AUG-2025

End of trip: 04-SEP-2025

Duration: 19 nights/20 days

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