K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La

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Introduction

UPDATE: 11 October 2022. Jagged Globe had three teams cross the Gondogoro La in summer 2022 (one trek team and two climbing teams, who had been on Broad Peak and Gasherbrum II). Whilst the route up to the La from Ali Camp is very enjoyable and low risk on snow, the descent is steep and down rock slabs with loose scree. The danger from rockfall on the descent has increased significantly and there is no obvious way to mitigate this risk. We have therefore decided to no longer offer this K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La itinerary to trekkers. Instead, we now offer a K2 Base Camp Trek that returns down the Baltoro Glacier.

Join us on the K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La trek

• Each trek has a UK expedition leader
• Cross the Gondogoro La (5,585m) high glaciated pass

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Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this trek on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Experience Required

To join the Jagged Globe K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La trek you need:

• A good standard of fitness gained from regular mountain walking. Those who have ticked off a dozen or so Munros in winter conditions would be particularly suited to this type of trek.
• Previous experience of remote camping.
• Experience of using an ice axe and crampons in winter conditions. Our Introductory Long Weekend in Scotland would be a suitable course, as would our Introductory Alpine Techniques course in Switzerland.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the trek or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

Know Before You Go

Jagged Globe supports the British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) ‘Know Before You Go’ campaign. We recommend that you read the FCO Travel Advice for Pakistan on the FCO Website.

What the price includes

• Economy class return airfares from the UK (unless Land Only).
• UK airline taxes.
• Group airport transfers (unless Land Only).
• A maximum of 2 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation in Islamabad on a twin-sharing basis.
• A maximum of 3 nights' full-board accommodation in a local hotel in Skardu on a twin-sharing basis.
• 16 nights' full board accommodation in tents on a twin-sharing basis.
• Porterage of group equipment.
• Porterage of team members’ personal clothing and equipment (maximum 12Kg).
• All road transport by private vehicles.
• All costs for a Jagged Globe leader, local guide, cook staff and porters.
• Jagged Globe kitbag or lightweight fleece.

What the price does not include

• Visa fees.
• Overseas airports taxes not paid in advance through the international airline ticket.
• Airport transfers for those joining on a ‘Land Only’ basis.
• Bar bills and laundry.
• Travel insurance.
• Lunch and evening meals in Islamabad.
• Optional trips and sightseeing tours.
• Tips.

Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this trek on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Insurance

You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »

Itinerary

Here is an outline itinerary for this trip. A more detailed day-to-day itinerary is available as a downloadable PDF »

Typical Itinerary

Day 1:	Fly to Islamabad
Day 2:	Arrive Islamabad, fly to Skardu (2,500m) Those joining on a ‘land only’ basis should arrange their international flight home to arrive no later than 0500hrs today. Alternatively, you should arrive on ‘Day 1’ and we can book you an additional hotel night – please contact us for prices and booking. Overnight local hotel.
Day 3:	Rest day in Skardu (2,250m) Overnight local hotel.
Day 4:	Drive to Jola Camp (3,150m) via Askole (3,050m)
Day 5:	Rest/acclimatisation at Jola Camp (3,150m)
Day 6:	Trek to Paju (3,400m)
Day 7:	Acclimatisation day at Paiju (3,400m)
Day 8:	Trek to Khoburtse (4,050m)
Day 9:	Trek to Urdokas (4,200m)
Day 10:	Trek to Goro (4,300m)
Day 11:	Trek to Concordia (4,650m)
Day 12:	Acclimatisation day at Concordia (4,650m)
Day 13:	Optional day hike to K2 Base Camp (5,150m)
Day 14:	Trek to and overnight at Gasherbrum Base Camp (5,150m)
Day 15:	Return from Gasherbrum Base Camp to Concordia (4,650m)
Day 16:	Trek to Ali Camp (5,000m)
Day 17:	Cross Gondogoro La (5,585m) An early start is required to utilise the good snow conditions needed for a safe crossing of the Gondogoro Pass. From the summit there is a spectacular view southwards over the peaks of Trinity and Laila in the Hushe Valley. To the north K2, Broad Peak and the Gasherbrums rise above a sea of lesser peaks (8-10hrs). Camp at Huespah 4,650m.
Day 18:	Spare day for crossing the Gondogoro La
Day 19:	Trek to Saitcho (3,380m)
Day 20:	Trek to Hushe (3,100m) and drive to Skardu (2,250m)
Day 21:	Fly Skardu to Islamabad
Day 22:	Spare day in Islamabad/Rawalpindi
Day 23:	Fly home Flights normally depart for the UK in mid-morning. Those joining on a ‘land only’ basis should arrange their international flight home to depart today.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is Adventure Travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions, road conditions, vehicle breakdowns, internal flight delays, the availability of porters and the health of trekkers can all contribute to changes. The Trek Leader and our local agent will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but an easy going nature will be an asset!

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Leader Reports

• K2 Base Camp Trek - July 2022
  “The heat and humidity of Islamabad came as quite a shock as the team finally assembled outside the airport  arrivals hall. Thankfully our fixer Sajjad directed us to an air conditioned lounge while we waited the couple of...”
  report added 28/Jul/22
• K2 Base Camp and Ghondokoro La - 27 Jul to 18 Aug '19
  “Members of the Spantik expedition and the K2 Base Camp & Gondokoro La trek met at Birmingham airport for a c.7 hour flight to Islamabad. We took in the Faisal Mosque (what a building), a money exchange, the Daman-e-Koh...”
  report added 19/Aug/19