K2 Gondogoro La Circuit Trek is one of Pakistan’s most spectacular high-altitude trekking adventures, combining the legendary Baltoro Glacier, Concordia, K2 Base Camp, and Gondogoro La Pass into one extraordinary journey through the heart of the Karakoram. The route offers an unforgettable blend of huge glaciers, remote mountain valleys, dramatic scenery, and some of the highest peaks in the world.
The trek starts in the remote Askole area of Baltistan, then moves down the famous Baltoro Glacier toward Concordia, often referred to as the best mountain amphitheater in the world. From Concordia, trekkers continue to K2 Base Camp, with breathtaking views of K2 and surrounding giants of the Karakoram.
The adventure becomes even more spectacular as the route turns toward Vigne Glacier and Gondogoro La Pass, reaching about 5,585 meters (18,323 ft). From the pass, trekkers are rewarded with an incredible panorama that includes K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, and Gasherbrum II—four of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks.
Unlike the standard K2 Base Camp trek, which retraces the 3rd longest, the Gondogoro La Circuit continues across the high pass and descends toward the beautiful Hushe Valley, making a spectacular traverse through two very different landscapes of the Karakoram.
The most challenging part of the trek is the crossing of Gondogoro La, which involves high-altitude glacier travel and technical terrain. It should only be attempted by appropriately prepared trekkers under experienced mountain leadership, with conditions and route safety assessed prior to the crossing.
The K2 Gondogoro La Circuit provides a classic Karakoram experience for seasoned adventure trekkers with a breathtaking mix of legendary mountains, remote wilderness, glacier surroundings, and an unforgettable crossing of one of Pakistan’s most famous high passes.
Inclusions for both International & local trekkers
Exclusions for both International & local trekkers
1. Early Bird Discount: The given prices for the holiday are limited-time discount offers and are subject to change. Service providers, including but not limited to airlines and hotels, increase prices in peak season. Early reservations cost us less than peak season.
2: Limited Space in Peak Months: The peak months in the peak season attract the highest number of international guests and are therefore sold out earlier. We have restricted one group size to a maximum of 12 travelers. We are taking registrations on a “first-come, first-served” basis.
3. Limited Flight Seats: Domestic flight seats to the Karakorams and Himalayas are sold out way ahead of time because there are only two daily flights during peak season. Among other things, the deposit is used to book domestic flights for you in advance.
4. Pay Balance after arrival in Pakistan: We appreciate that paying the final balance for your trip may cause concern. Our policy is to only receive your final balance once you arrive in Pakistan. The only payment before arrival is the deposit.
5. Pay Minimum Deposit: The deposits for the holiday are also early-bird discounts and automatically change according to the late deposit schedule above. The same dates above apply to next season’s deposits.
The deposit for Pakistani nationals is PKR 100,000, or 30% of the total price, whichever is greater. The deposit is non-refundable.
Deposit: Once paid, the deposit is non-refundable, as it will be spent on making in-country arrangements. For Pakistan nationals, the deposit is non-refundable in all cases too.
Balance: Pay the balance only after arrival in Pakistan on the first day. Payment guidelines will be shared timely.
All international travelers can pay in US dollars (USD) or equivalent in euros (EUR) or pounds sterling (GBP). Pakistani travelers are charged the equivalent in Pakistani rupees (PKR).
Separate hotel rooms (single supplement) will cost an additional USD 290. This includes all hotel nights. This payment should be made with the balance upon arrival.
Separate tents (single tent) will cost an additional USD 180. This includes the cost of additional porterage. This payment should also be made with the balance in Pakistan.
Gondogoro La is a dreamland for mountaineering enthusiasts and climbers alike and is arguably one of the top 10 best locations for trekking in the world. It is a spectacular trek up to the Baltoro Glacier (63 km), which is one of the longest glaciers in the world outside of polar regions. One would experience the heights of mountains such as K2, Gasherbrum, Masherbrum, Laila Peak, Broad Peak, Trango Tower, Cathedral Peaks, Muztagh, and Chogolisa, and further come across the beautiful valley of Hushe.
We have a very experienced and very professional crew to guide you across Gondogoro La. They are also one of the best in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. They are highly experienced at catering to all the needs of our members and do a tremendous amount to contribute to the overall success and satisfaction of our groups.
We also provide the best itinerary in terms of acclimatization, enjoyment, and safety, along with an option to descend back down the Baltoro instead of going over the Gondogoro La Circuit.
This classic adventure trek to the well-known “Throne Room of the Mountain Gods” is one of the world’s most challenging treks. It offers the adventure trekker one of the most rewarding mountain experiences and takes the participant to the heart of the mighty Karakoram mountain range along the Baltoro to Concordia La.
This is also famous and well-documented as the meeting point of four of the highest mountains in the world: K2, the nearby Broad Peak (8,047 m), Gasherbrum II (8,035 m), Gasherbrum I, and the Hidden Peak (8,068 m), and 41 peaks over 6,500 m within a radius of 15 kilometers.
Views from Gondogoro La are unrivalled for their range of high peaks and the beauty that comes with it. Trekking in this beautiful, sometimes harsh region, across glaciers and over mountain passes to stand at the foot of some of the world’s most magnificent mountains, is something most travelers put at the top of their bucket list.
It leads through the enchanting Shigar Valley in Baltistan, starting from Askole and returning via the snow-bound Gondogoro La (5,685 meters) to complete one of the finest high-altitude treks in the world.
The Gondogoro La route is maintained by a local team in Skardu. This adventure begins with a one-hour flight from the city of Islamabad to Skardu, the capital of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. While acclimatizing in Skardu, one will have the opportunity to visit some of the ancient Buddhist sites or tranquil lakes of the Indus Valley. On the trek, one will experience firsthand why the locals are so resourceful and prosper in this high altitude.
As you cross mountain passes and climb to the pass, you will experience breathtaking vistas across the Baltoro Glacier to the peaks of the Karakoram mountains. This trek requires a good degree of physical fitness, as the variable weather conditions make the crossing of the pass quite challenging, but at the end of the day, it is more rewarding too.
