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K2 Base Camp Trek

Islamabad, Pakistan

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Overview

Duration

21d

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

K2 base camp trek mainly involves walking over and marching along the world’s 5th longest non-polar glacier i.e. Baltoro glacier (63 km). At the end of Baltoro glacier is Concordia which is known as “Throne Room of Mountain Gods”. It is the supreme point for views of K2 (world’s second tallest mountain) and other mighty peaks above 8,000m.

It is a legend that one night under the grand mountains in Concordia adds to life span of any soul by one year. Concordia is a glacial confluence of the Baltoro Glacier with the Glacier of Godwin Austen. Trek to K2 base camp and Broad Peak base camp is altogether a one day tour from Concordia on the Godwin Austen glacier. Trekking from Askoli (first camp) over Baltoro glacier to Concordia offers views of several famous 6000 m and 7000 m peaks, several glaciers (including Biafo – world’s 3rd longest non-polar), glacial lakes etc.

Highlights of K2 base camp trek include peaks, glaciers, streams, valleys, rivers, glacial lakes etc.

What to remember

Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Not recommended for travelers with back problems. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. No heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level. A current valid passport is required on the day of travel. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking

What's included

Snacks including dry fruits and tea/coffee during the trek. Licensed professional guide (government requirement). Government trekking permit fees and paperwork. Central Karakoram National Park (CKNP) waste management fees. Islamabad and Skardu city tours including all entry fees. All domestic flights and road transfers including airport transfers. All hotel accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing room). All trekking accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing dome tent). All camping site fees and bridge fees. All trekking logistics (all tents, non-personal equipment and tools etc). Support staff (cook, assistant(s) etc). Porter for personal luggage (14kgs). First aid medicine kit (basic). Satellite phone for emergencies. Trekking map and trip achievement certificate. 21x Breakfast. 21x Lunch. 21x Dinner. Accommodation included: 20 nights

What's not included

Personal travel insurance. Visa to Pakistan (five supporting documents will be offered). International airfare. Personal equipments (e.g. trekking shoes, down jacket, walking sticks etc). Tips/gratuities for guides, porters, staff etc. Miscellaneous (minibar, drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenir etc). Extra nights in Islamabad (hotel check in/out is 12pm)

Know Before You Go

When

12:00 AM

Operating days

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until 6 days in advance

Provider

Apricot Tours

Meeting Point

Traveler pickup is offered
It is very easy to spot our guide, holding orange placards with our company’s logo and your name on it. You must arrive at Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad. International flights normally arrive at midnight or in the afternoon. You must give us the details of your flights, both inbound and outbound at least five days prior to your arrival in Pakistan. Our staff/guide will receive you at the gates of international arrivals unless you are taking a connecting flight from another city. The guide/staff will transfer you to our partner hotel. In case you do not require airport transfer, please inform us in advance.

Airports

Islamabad Intl Airport, Islamabad Pakistan