Karakoram Trek – Four 8,000 m Base Camps is an extraordinary high-altitude trekking adventure through the heart of Pakistan’s legendary Karakoram Range. This challenging expedition-style trek offers the rare opportunity to explore the base camps and surrounding landscapes of four of the world’s fourteen 8,000-meter peaks: K2 (8,611m), Broad Peak (8,051m), Gasherbrum I (8,080m), and Gasherbrum II (8,035m).
The journey takes trekkers deep into the remote Baltistan region, following the spectacular Baltoro Glacier toward Concordia, one of the most remarkable mountain amphitheaters on Earth. From Concordia, the route continues toward Broad Peak Base Camp and K2 Base Camp, where some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in the world unfolds.
The adventure then leads across the Godwin-Austen Glacier and toward the Gasherbrum Valley, providing access to the base camps of Gasherbrum I and Gasherbrum II. Throughout the trek, trekkers encounter immense glaciers, towering granite walls, rugged moraines, and breathtaking views of the world’s highest mountains.
This is far more than a conventional trekking holiday. The combination of extreme altitude, remote wilderness, long glacier stages, unpredictable mountain weather, and demanding terrain makes this expedition suitable for experienced and well-prepared trekkers. Proper acclimatization, physical preparation, and professional mountain support are essential.
The Four 8,000m Base Camps Trek is an ultimate Karakoram experience for adventurers who want to go beyond the classic K2 Base Camp route and explore the legendary climbing territory surrounding four of the world’s highest peaks.
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.
Our Karakoram trek to grand base camps involves a spectacular walk up the giant Baltoro Glacier, K2 Base Camp, Trango Tower Base Camp, Gasherbrum I & II Base Camp, over the Gondogoro La, and down the beautiful valley of Hushe.
We have a very experienced and very professional crew to guide you across the Karakoram trek. They are also among the best in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. The crew is highly experienced at catering to all the needs of the participants and does a tremendous amount to contribute to the overall success and satisfaction of our groups.
ATP also provides the best itinerary in terms of acclimatization, enjoyment, and safety, along with easy customizations to the trip. Our Karakoram trek is run in an area that is home to over 50 peaks over 7,000 meters and 70 peaks over 6,000 meters. It is truly an adventurist’s dream come true, and one life is not enough to explore the region.
Experience the natural wonders of this beautiful landscape by trekking through Baltoro glaciers and the base camps of the five highest peaks over 8000. From no other place on earth can one see such incredible views of K2 (8616 m), the second highest peak in the world, and the world’s most beautiful high and natural pyramids: Broad Peak (8,048 m), Gashabrum I to 6, Golden Throne (7,240 m), Chogolisa (7,665 m), and the entire upper Baltoro Massif.
In this region lie 42 peaks that are higher than all the highest peaks of other continents. The province of Gilgit-Baltistan is known as the land of cultures, and it is not surprising that there are 8 distinct languages spoken in that one province. Most of the villages and towns in the region are isolated and remote from the major urban areas of Pakistan, which is also the reason why the region is very well preserved.
It is a place of solitude and sophistication, recognized internationally as one of the premier trekking and climbing locations in the world.
