Starting some 60-70 million years ago the subduction of 600 to 700km slab of the Indo-Pakistan Continent under the Eurasian Platform resulted in thousands of meters of vertical thickness of rock that now comprises the Himalayas, Tibet, and the southern region of China. This deformation is still continuing at a rate of 4cm per year.
The Northern Part of the Country covers an expanse of about 27,188 square miles and is home to the three mightiest mountain ranges, the Karakorams, Hindukush, and Himalayas, it boasts the highest peaks in the world, alpine meadows and serene lakes, and numerous mountain settlements with enchanting diverse cultures. Of the three mountain ranges the Karakorams contains some of the largest glaciers outside the Polar region (Biafo 62 km long, Hispar 61km, Baltoro 58km, Gasherbrum 38km, ChogoLungma 38km, Siachen 72km and Batura 58km long). If one compares the proportion of ice covering some of these mountain ranges, the Karakorams 23-25 percent under ice, the Himalayas are 8-10 percent and the Alps are only 2.2 percent
Baltoro Trek into Concordia is strenuous trudging through gorges and scrambling over moraines and glaciers culminating in the fabulous camp at Concordia, the heart of the Karakorum and junction of the Baltoro, Godwin Austin, and several lesser glaciers. Eight of the world’s 30 highest peaks grace this unusual trek with six peaks over 7,900 meters within a short radius of 11 kilometers – “K2 (8,611m), Broad Peak (8,047m), Hidden Peak or Gasherbrum I (8,068 m), Gasherbrum II, III & IV (at 8,035 m, 7,952 m & 7,929 meters respectively).
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation: As specified in the itinerary for each town. Best available Hotels on SINGLE occupancy basis for one member.
- Meals: Breakfast – Lunch- Dinner- One tea/coffee
- Transportation: 4-wheel land cruiser or soft top 4x4 jeep in the remote locations for the trip
- Domestic Airfare, Gilgit-Islamabad in economy class
- All entry fees to Museums, forts and National Park Areas or any tool taxes, and any other applicable taxes on any service
- Trekking permit & insurance for the porters
- All Porterage expenses at arrivals and departures
- Service of Gov’t licensed, experienced and English-speaking guides drivers, any porters needed, any support staff, during the trip
- Tents (Dome sleeping tent kitchen tent), kitchen equipment, Cutlery, chairs and table etc.
- Experienced, licensed English-speaking guide throughout the trip
- Supporting staff wages, food, equipment etc.
- Allowance of 20 kg personal luggage during trek
- Gratitude at hotels, restaurants and at other places during the trip
- Personal Insurance (Highly recommended), medication & clothing
- International airfare
- Pakistan visa and passport fees
- En route hotels, meals, ground arrangements and services not mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals not noted in the itinerary. Items of a personal nature including but not limited to bottled Water in hotels, additional beverages, laundry, internet, room service, and telecommunication, etc.
- Customary end of trip gratuities to porters & staff
- Additional expenses incurred as a result of delays beyond the control
- Any ground arrangements and services not mentioned in the itinerary and list of services included
Tour Plan
Day 1 Arrival at Islamabad. Transfer to Hotel. Afternoon sightseen of Islamabad. Overnight at Hotel
Day 2 Fly to Skardu (1 hour flight – Altitude at Skardu 2,290 meters). Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 Day free at Skardu for acclimatization Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4 Drive by jeeps to Askole (6-7 hrs), and continue to Jhola. Overnight at Camp. Altitude 3,150 meters.
Day 5 Trek to Paiyu. Overnight at Camp. Moderate Trek approx. 5-6 hours – Altitude 3,450 meters.
Day 6 Trek to Khobortze. Strenuous Trek approx. 6-8 – Altitude 3,900 meters. Overnight at Camp
Day 7 Trek to Urdukas and overnight at Camp. Strenuous Trek approx. 4 – 5 hours – Altitude 4,050meters.
Day 8 Day rest for acclimatization.
Day 9 Trek to Goro-II and overnight at Camp. Strenuous Trek approx. 6 – 7 hours – Altitude 4,380 meters.
Day 10 Trek to Concordia and overnight at Camp. Moderate Trek approx. 5 – 6 hours – Altitude 4,650 meters.
Day 11 Trek to Broad Peak Base Camp. Overnight at Camp. Moderate Trek approx. 6-7 hours – 4,850 meters.
Day 12 Trek, Excursion to K2 Base Camp and return to Concordia. Strenuous Trek approx. 10-12 hours.
Day 13 Trek to Goro I, Strenuous Trek approx. 7-8 hours – Altitude approx. 4,100 meters.
Day 14 Trek to Khobortze, Strenuous Trek. approx. 7-8 hours – Altitude approx. 3,900 meters.
Day 15 Trek to Paiyu. Moderate Trek approx. 6-8 hours – Altitude 3,450 meters.
Day 16 Trek to Jhola and drive to Skardu, overnight at hotel.
Day 17 Trek to Askole (5-6 hours) and continue to Skardu, 6 – 7 hours – Altitude 2,290 meters.
Day 18 Fly to Islamabad, Overnight at Hotel.
Day 19 Day at Islamabad for sightseeing of twin cities (Rawalpindi/Islamabad). Overnight at Hotel.
Day 20 Transfer to the Airport for International flight. End of Services.
Ghondoghoro La Option:
Day 13 Trek to Ali Camp. Strenuous Trek approx. 4 – 6 hours – Altitude approx. 5,010 metres.
Day 14 Cross Gondogoro La and continue to Khuspang. Stannous to Challenging Trek approx. 7– 10 hours – Altitude 4,680 metres.
Day 15 Day at Khuspang to climb Ghondogoro Peak (5650m) or rest. This day can be used to compensate for any bad weather on Day 14.
Day 16 Khuspang to Shaischo. Easy Trek approx. 5 – 6 / 2 – 3 hours – Altitude 3,330 metres.
Day 17 Shaischo to Hushe. Easy Trek approx. 4 hours and continue to Skardu, overnight at hotel.
Day 18 Fly to Islamabad, Overnight at Hotel.
Day 19 Day at Islamabad for sightseeing of twin cities (Rawalpindi/Islamabad). Overnight at Hotel.
Day 20 Transfer to the Airport for International flight. End of Services.
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