K2 GONDOGORO PASS TREK
Grade: Strenuous
The other route from Concordia leads south to the scenic Hushe Valley over Gondogoro Pass (5450 m) for return journey. Traversing over Gondogoro Pass offers the panoramic views of the ocean of lofty peaks including K2 from the pass and the exploration of awe inspiring Hushe Valley instead of returning by the same way. Hushe Valley is surrounded by breath taking views of glaciers and mountains like Masherbum (7821 m), K6 (7282 m), K7, Laila Peak, etc. This valley offers several short treks with magnificent views. This trek can also be started from Hushe and end at Askoli in reverse direction. Climbing Gondogoro Pass requires physical fitness and involves use of rope and ice axe.
Itinerary:
Day-1 Arrival at Rawalpindi.
Day-2 Briefing at the Ministry of Tourism Islamabad.
Day-3 Fly to Skardu.
Day-4 Explore Skardu.
Day-5 Jeep to Askoli.
Days-6-12 Trek to Concordia via Payu, Khuburse, Urdukas and Goro with a rest day enroute.
Days-13-14 At Concordia to explore K2 Base Camp and surrounding area.
Day-15 Trek to Ali Camp.
Day-16 After an early breakfast climb Gondogoro Pass and descend down to High Camp.
Day-17 Descend down to the base camp of Gondogoro Pass.
Day-18 Rest day at the base.
Day-19 Trek down to Gondogoro summer settlement.
Day-20 Trek to Hush Village.
Day-21 Jeep to Skardu.
Day-22 Fly to Rawalpindi.
Day-23 De-briefing at the Ministry of Tourism.
Day-24 Fly home.
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