A trekker well knows how this title is attractive and important to them. There are five mountains in Pakistan which is above 8000m. All of these five glorious mountains are located in Gilgit Baltistan, the most peaceful region of Pakistan. Four of them are located in the Karakorum ranges of the Shigar District of Baltistan division while one is in the Diamir division under the Himalayan range. The Karakorum ranges four 8000m+ peaks base camp is located in a series where the base could be Concordia campsite. The Mighty K2, Gasherbrum mountains and Broad peak can be seen from glacier oriented campsite of Concordia. A dream destination to camp, trek and photography. Let’s know more about and book your tour and trek with us.

Nanga Parbat is the lonely Himalayan Pinnacle that is separated from the other 4 in the Karakorum. It is located around the popular Baltoro Icy mass. Here Visit in Pakistan Treks & Tours will enable you via Five Base Camp Trekking in Pakistan” to do trek all demanding trekking in a single journey.

Concordia journey is perhaps the most requesting yet compensating journey on the planet. It is falling in as the essential point for the four giants of Karakorum. This five base camp trekking in Pakistan product will give you a unique taste of trekking. We drive from Skardu to Askole, the last perpetual town at the head of a jeep street, and visit the headquarters of each of the four eight thousand’s in days to follow.

Trekking Through the Karakoram: Follow the Indus and Braldu Rivers from Skardu to Askole. This town is the final one before the trailhead. After arriving in Johla, you start your journey toward Paiju, which is about 80 kilometers away from K2 Base Camp. The height rise and rough terrain make this one of the world’s most difficult treks, even though the actual distance is not very long.

You will be rewarded with vistas of majestic peaks such as Masherbrum, Gasherbrum, Trango Towers, and Paiju Peak as you hike via Baltoro Glacier. Every day is an unforgettable experience because of the breathtaking scenery and difficult circumstances. Trekking in the Karakoram is challenging but rewarding, so be sure to pack appropriately and wear sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun’s rays.

 

Nanga Parbat The Killer Mountain

Nanga Parbat is an amazingly wonderful mountain. It is shaped in rich woods and icy lakes. The mountain towers with huge vertical alleviation over the neighborhood landscapes are spectacular views in the way. FIVE BASE CAMP TREKKING IN PAKISTAN is uniquely organized. It is to let you taste all five basecamps of Pakistan in a single Trekking journey.

However, don’t allow its excellence to trick you:Nanga parbat is famously tricky. It was once known as the ‘executioner mountain’. It is the third most risky 8,000m top after Annapurna and K2. Before 1990, Nanga Parbat had an incredible passing pace of 77%. It means summiteers were bound to kick the bucket than endure.

The headquarters’ journey is not even close to scary. It is situated at a generally low height for an 8,000m pinnacle and is handily gotten. It starts at the fantastic Pixie Glades, one of Pakistan’s most well-known vacationer locations. This can be finished either overnight or on a two-night journey.

 

Trek Highlights

Five Base Camps of 8,000m peaks – K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I and GII and Nanga parbat..

Gondogoro La Pass (5,585m). View four 8,000m peaks (K2, Gasherbrum I & II, Broad Peak) and other peaks (Gasherbrum 4, Laila, Gondogoro Peak etc) from one point.

Circular/Circuit trek to scenic Hushe Valley

Concordia – Throne Room of the Mountain Gods

Trek along Vigne and Gondogoro glaciers from Concordia after trek to Godwin Austin glacier via Baltoro Glacier (5thlongest and world’s largest outside polar region).

Art Gilkey memorial

View 8,000 m peaks including Gasherbrum 2 (8,035 m), Broad Peak (8,051 m) and K2 (8,611 m) from Goro II, Concordia & base camps.

Views of other peaks between 5,000m to 8,000m including Gasherbrum 3 and 4, Chogolisa, Masherbrum, Mustagh Tower, Bakhordas Peak, Mitre Peak, Crystal Peak, Marbel Peak, Biale Peak, Lobsang Spire, Trango Towers, Uli Biaho, Cathedral Peak, Urdukas Peak etc.

Views of Glaciers (e.g. Biafo, Vigne, Liligo, Dunge, Muztagh, Biango, Yermanendu, Mandu and more), glacial lakes, waterfalls and streams

Indus, Panmah, Braldu, Hushe and Shyok rivers

Valleys of Shigar, Hushe and Ghanche

Balti porter life, jeep safari etc

Meet mountaineers at base camps

 

Included/Excluded

INCLUDED
All hotel stays between hiking days are included. You will get breakfast, lunch, and dinner on all trek days. (Except lunch in cities like Islamabad and Skardu when you will have free time and 2 dinners in Islamabad).
All ground travel is covered except for your own taxi rides in Islamabad and Skardu. All local planning and trek logistics are taken care of.
You’ll receive permits needed for trekking and national parks including the NOC. A Letter of Invitation for travel to Pakistan will be provided.
Your flights within Pakistan (Islamabad to Skardu and back) are included. You will sleep in comfy, strong 2-person North Face tents ..
You can give up to 14 kg of your stuff to porters to carry. A group generator will be available for charging your electronics.
There will be a big dining tent with tables and chairs. You can use a group satellite phone if needed (extra cost).
You will share laughs and unforgettable moments with the group. This trek will be full of life-changing experiences.
NOT INCLUDED
International airfare Personal gear (sleeping bags, down jackets, etc.)
Travel insurance (must include emergency evacuation) Tips for porters, guides, and kitchen crew
Any cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances (landslides, weather, etc.) Extra nights due to flight cancellation or road delays
Visa application fees Single tent/hotel accommodation (requires additional charges).
Any pre-tour or post-tour accommodation

Additional information

locationIslamabad, PK
duration24 Dyas
tour typeDaily Tour
destination8000ers Base camp Trek
group size1 Person
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ARRIVAL IN ISLAMABAD ( The initial day of arrival in Islamabad commenced.)

You are now in Pakistan! Congratulations! A member of our staff will be present at Islamabad International Airport to greet you and give transportation to the location where you will be staying. This will take place at the time of your arrival at the airport. It is important to remember to take some time to relax and have a complimentary welcome drink while you are meeting the personnel and receiving a detailed briefing regarding the following journey. Spend some time unwinding and getting ready for the trip, or go out and explore the vibrant streets of Islamabad when you have some free time.
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ISLAMABAD TO SKARDU FLIGHT (45 minutes) 2,230 m/7,316ft:

In the event that the weather is suitable you can get your day off to a good start by taking a beautiful flight from Islamabad to Skardu. You will be able to get a bird’s-eye view of the majestic Karakoram range, which is comprised of mountains such as k2 and Nanga Parbat. As soon as you get in Skardu, you should immediately meet up with the other members of your hiking group, and after that, you should take some time to explore this beautiful town. The fact that Skardu is the starting point for climbing and trekking to some of the highest mountains in the world makes it a paradise for those who are interested in climbing and trekking. Please note: Flights to and from Skardu only occur if the weather is clear. Skardu Airport is in a narrow valley, and the pilots need a clear view to land the plane. The weather in the mountains mostly stays clear, so flights rarely get cancelled. Skardu Airport was upgraded to international status and underwent a re-inauguration on December 2 2021 following extensive enhancements to transform it into a prominent tourism hub. The airport now facilitates direct flights from Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Dubai. Since the upgrades, flight cancellations have significantly decreased and cancellation chances are currently very low.In case of flight cancellation you will travel on Karakorum Highway to Naran for a night stay and the next day continue to Skardu. Islamabad to Naran distance is 281 km a 9-hour drive. Naran to Skardu is a 10-hour drive on the Karakoram highway along the mighty Gilgit and Indus rivers. Traveling by road on the Karakoram Highway is as spectacular as taking a flight.
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DRIVE TO ASKOLE, (141 km), 3,075 m/10,332ft, 6 HOURS DRIVE

We spend a relaxed day in Skardu to help with acclimatization. You may take a short trip to Satpara Lake, visit the beautiful Shigar Fort a 400-year-old fortress renovated into a heritage hotel or simply relax and breathe in the mountain air. This is also the day that we manage trekking permits, finalize logistics with porters, and prepare for departure. Our experts will double-check your equipment and assist with any last-minute changes.
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Trek from Askole to Jhola (3,200m/ 10,500 ft ,5-8 hours)

The porters will load up for the trek ahead of Jhola after the completion of the necessary supply list and equipment. The valley is the gateway to the Biafo glacier that streams from Hispar La to Braldu for over fifty km. As the snout of the glacier is crossed, the participants will witness metamorphic rock walking. Korofon river would be an amazing spot for lunch. The route will take us to the Braldu and Domordo rivers. For the walk, the former path is not taken, and instead, a newer trail will lead us to go upstream where participants will bridge from across the river. The participants will go down to the edge of the Braldu river on the other side of the bridge and follow the river bank to reach the CAMP at Jhola.
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TREK TO PAIJU, (21 km) 3,420 m/11,220ft, 6 HOURS TREK

You should get started on your journey to Paiju, which is a destination that is absolutely necessary for hikers in the region. As you make your way through the Braldu Gorge on the hike that is 21 kilometers long, you will get the opportunity to take in stunning views of the well-known Trango Towers and the Baltoro Glacier. Climbers and hikers have a tendency to congregate at Paiju, which is a lively base, in order to share their experiences through the medium of storytelling.
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TREK TO KHOBURTSE, (15 km) 3,795 m/12,450ft, 7 HOURS TREK

You will continue your adventure through tough terrain until you reach the Khoburtse campsite, which is approximately 15 kilometers distant from where you are currently located. Due to the fact that it is adorned with spectacular views of granite spires like Uli Biaho and the Trango Towers, the path will undoubtedly be considered a paradise by those who are interested in trekking.
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TREK TO URDUKAS, (6 km) 3,900 m/12,795ft, 4 HOURS TREK

During the course of your journey to Urdukas, which is six kilometers in length, you will come across a trek that is significantly shorter. The amazing views that this lovely campsite provides of Cathedral Peak and the mountains that are located in the surrounding area have earned it a lot of notoriety. From this vantage point, you may take in the beautiful view of the Karakoram Mountains.
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ACCLIMATISATION & REST DAY AT URDUKAS

Give yourself a day to adjust to the variations in altitude without any interruptions. It is recommended that you go on small hikes around Urdukas on a regular basis in order to prepare your body for elevations that are higher. Because of the beautiful views of Broad Peak and Gasherbrum, this campground provides an opportunity for a day of rest and preparation that will be remembered for a very long time.
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to Goro II (4,250m) - 7 hours

We return to the middle cold passage of the Baltoro Glacier. Today’s journey is strenuous, with crevasses and rough terrain to navigate. As we ascend, temperatures drop and the landscape gets more frigid. We cross under the enormous Gasherbrum IV and arrive at Goro II, a campground located on the glacier. Nights here are chilly yet spectacular, with stars reflecting off the ice and peaks sparkling in the moonlight.
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TREK TO CONCORDIA, (12 km) 4,500m/14,763ft, 5 HOURS TREK

Today is one of the top highlights of your K2 base camp trek. Wake up early and Trek to Concordia. Concordia is known as the throne room of the mountain gods. Concordia is 4,500 meters above sea level, located at the junction of the upper Baltoro Glacier and Godwin-Austen Glacier. Famous alpinist and explorer Sir Martin Conway gave the name “Concordia to this place. Concordia is one of the most spectacular places on earth.All the Karakoram giants you have been looking at from a faraway are now right in front of you. You are surrounded by the mighty Gasherbrum II (8,035m/26,361ft), III (7,952m/26,089ft) & IV (7,925m/26,000ft), Mitre Peak, Chogolisa (7,665m/25,147ft), Broad Peak (8,047m/26,401ft), and visible for the first time, the second-highest mountain on the earth after Everest, the spectacular K2 (8,611m/28,251ft).Concordia has a much wider area, so there is plenty of space to set up your tent. This place can be windy in the evening, so wear many layers of clothes to keep yourself warm.Set up your camp at Concordia and spend a night in your sleeping bag with spectacular views, which you will not find anywhere else.
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TREK TO K2 BASE CAMP, (11 km) 5,150 m/16,896ft, 7 HOURS TREK

On this Day GPS Data Return time K2 BC (5,155m) + Gilkey (5,230m)+ Broad Peak (4,844m): 10-12 hours Return time Broad BC (4,844m): 6-7 hours Today, there is an option to walk up the Godwin-Austen glacier to the Art Gilkey Memorial (an American geologist and mountaineer) immediately before K2 Base Camp. This is a long, yet amazing day. We will leave early in the morning, crossing the glaciers and following the thin track towards K2. As we follow the glacier towards K2, the peak appears to get bigger and greater. Broad Peak rises to our right, and after about three hours, we cross Broad Peak base camp. We normally stop here for lunch before continuing on with K2 towering over us as we approach closer. The Art Gilkey Memorial is located just before base camp, among the boulders and ice strewn landscape. A little scramble takes us to the location where those whose lives K2 claimed are remembered. Plaques and etched tin plates are affixed to a small rocky outcrop at the base of this massive mountain. There are excellent views of K2 immediately above us, and we may even see some climbing excursions. We spent the night in K2’s base camp.
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Trek return from K2 - Concordia

After breakfast we further explore K2 memorial then we return to Concordia for overnight…
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Trek to Shahring

From Concordia to the campsite, a two-hour glacier moraine hike is necessary. The participants will traverse the upper Baltoro glacier to get to Shahring. The participants may see Chogolisa, Snow Dome Peaks, Baltoro Kangri, and numerous more high-elevation peaks from this location. From Concordia to the campsite, a two-hour glacier moraine hike is necessary. The participants will traverse the upper Baltoro glacier to get to Shahring. The participants may see Chogolisa, Snow Dome Peaks, Baltoro Kangri, and numerous more high-elevation peaks from this location
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Trek from Shahring - Gasherbrum I-II Base Camp 5150m

A early wake up call from camp staff bring us the beautiful view of Broad Peak, K2 and Gasherbrum V itself adorable. The sun rising scenery around the Baltoro Karakoram mountains a memorial in our life and we captured the scenes in our memory. after breakfast we trek straight to Gasherbrum base camp, which takes full day hike around 9hrs include lunch break to reach base camp. overnight in tent all meal served by team Summit Karakoram camp staff.
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Trek from Gasherbrum I-II B.C – Concordia 4850m

We leave GI-GII base camp and traverse towards Gondogoro La. The portion is difficult with crevasses. Once on the Vigne Glacier it is a comparatively easy and gradual walk over snow and ice up to the camp. We will sleep early to wake up very early tomorrow
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TREAK TO ALI CAMP (5,000m) 6 HOURS WALK

Depart from the main trail and head along the Upper Baltoro Glacier towards Chogolisa. After navigating moraine ridges, reach the Vigne Glacier, a relatively flat route with fewer crevasses. The trek concludes at Ali Camp, where you’ll prepare for crossing Gondogoro La by practicing rope and jumar techniques.
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CROSS GONDOGORO LA TO KHUSPANG (5,600m) 10-11 HOURS WALK/CLIMB

Start trekking at 2 a.m. for the challenging Gondogoro La ascent. The starry night provides a magical atmosphere as you rope up for the glacier crossing. After a steep climb, reach the summit, offering panoramic views of K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, and II. Descend to Khuspang for a well-deserved rest.
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KHUSPANG TO SAICHO (3,350m) 6-7 HOURS WALK

Descend to the valley floor, passing yak pastures and lush landscapes. Saicho offers a change of scenery with greenery and oxygen-rich air. Enjoy views of Masherbrum and its cascading glaciers.
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TREK TO HUSHE 2 HOURS, DRIVE TO SKARDU, 7-HOURS

A short trek brings you to Hushe Village, surrounded by traditional homes and scenic landscapes. From Hushe, drive along the Khaplu Valley and Indus River to Skardu. Arrive at the hotel for a well-earned shower and celebratory dinner.
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Early in the morning we leave for Nanga parbat Base camp Via Deosai

We drive to Tarashing via the high plains of Deosai National Park, which reminded us of the Tibetan Plateau.

Arriving in Tarashing, we had a good view of Nanga Parbat – the 9th highest mountain in the world at 8,126m. Being this close up to Nanga Parbat was a sight to behold.

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Hike to Nanga Parbat – Rupal Face – Herrligkoffer Base Camp

There are 3 base camps used for climbing Nanga Parbat – Rakhiot, Diamir and Herrligkoffer. We will also choose to trek to Herrligkoffer base camp (3,100m), which is also called Rupal Base Camp. Setting up camp under the Rupal face was a great way to complete the five base camps. The Rupal face of Nanga Parbat has the greatest vertical rise of 5,000m from base camp to the summit.
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Drive to Gilgit from Tarashing Nanga parbat base camp

we drove to Gilgit to catch our flight back to Islamabad..
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Fly to Islamabad from Gilgit Airport

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DEPARTURE DAY-FLY BACK HOME

Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your flight home, leaving Pakistan with incredible memories of the K2 and Gondogoro La trek.

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