K2 Classic: The Valley of Mountain Gods
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Karakoram |
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Min: 600m - Max: 4650m |
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Permitted |
Duration: |
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22
Days |
Best Time: |
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Mid May - End September |
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 Braldu
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 campsites 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 (8616m), 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 Karakoram. The route follows Braldu River up
to Baltoro Glacier, a 65-km long highway of the ice
Trip Itinerary:
Day 01 Islamabad. Briefing with Ministry of
Tourism. Hotel.
Day 02 Fly to
Skardu or drive to Chilas in case of flight cancellation. Hotel.
Day 03 Free day at Skardu or drive from Chilas to
Skardu.
Hotel.
Day
04 Drive to Askole. Tent.
Day 05 Trek to Jhola. Tent.
Day 06 Trek to Paiyu. Tent.
Day 07 Free day. Tent.
Day 08 Trek to Khuburtze. Tent.
Day 09 Trek to Urdukas. Tent.
Day 10
Trek to Goro II. Tent.
Day 11
Trek to Concordia. Tent.
Day 12-13 Free day at Concordia. Tent.
Day 14 Trek backs to Beyonge. Tent.
Day 15 Trek to Khuburtze. Tent.
Day 16 Trek to Paiyu.
Tent.
Day 17 Trek to Jhola. Tent.
Day 18 Trek to Askole. Tent.
Day 19 Drive to Skardu. Hotel.
Day 20
Fly to
Islamabad or drive to Chilas
in case of flight cancellation.
Day 21 Debriefing with Ministry of Tourism or complete road journey from Chilas to
Islamabad.
Day 22 Fly Out.
Services Included:
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Airport/road
transfer in AC coach and four wheel drive jeep.
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Hotel
accommodation and meals.
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All meals
during trek.
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Sleeping
tents, mattresses, kitchen, toilet and mess tents with
tables/stools.
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Kitchen
equipment, crockery, fuel and related camping gear.
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Services of
English speaking guide, cook, and low altitude porters.
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12.5 kg of
personal baggage during trek.
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Porterage at
airport and hotels, toll taxes and parking fee etc.
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Trekking fee
(US$ 50 per person) and permit process.
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Insurance of
our field staff, porters/staff.
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Safety rope
and basic necessary gear.
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Ice
axe/crampon and local made down jackets can be hired if needed.
Services Not Included:
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International & domestic
airfare and airport tax. Excess weight.
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Sleeping bags
and personal nature clothing/equipment.
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Extras at
hotels like drinks, laundry, phone calls.
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Insurance
liability and other under force majeure conditions, medical aid,
and helicopter rescue coverage etc.
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