K2 Summer Expedition

*(Note: Customized itinerary can be provided for Winter Expedition)

K-2 is located at the Northeastern border of Pakistan and its north face is located in the Chinese territory. An estimated eight square kilometers of area around K-2 holds another three 8000er’s and some more than six dozen 7000er’s and is also home of the longest glaciers on earth after the polar caps. Gasherbrum 1 also known as The Hidden Peak, Gasherbrum 2, and Broad Peak are located adjacent to K-2, which effectively makes it the climbing heaven for mountaineers from all over the world.

K-2 has a unique shape which gives it the typical look of a mountain rather than the flatter and easier to climb Everest. This Granite pyramid is consistently steep and stands 3000 meters from the base. It has some of the steepest vertical drops on almost all sides, which makes it all the more difficult to map a route to the top. Since the first ascent in 1954 by an Italian party, several routes have been explored to the top of K2 with Abruzzi (south-south east) being the most frequent and relatively easier one.

K2 involves mix climbing of all genres and is considered highly technical between all the four high camps. The Abruzzi also throws up phenomenal challenges along the route including “the House Chimney”, “the Black Pyramid” and the infamous “Bottleneck” before the final ascent to the summit at 8,611m.

The Government of Pakistan also strictly follows the regulations regarding the load carried by the HAP (High altitude Porters) and the amount of
minimum calories which must be provided to them by their clients. HAP is not allowed to go beyond the 7,500meter limit unless otherwise they intend to do so on their own will. A serving Pakistan Army Liaison Officer is also attached with the expeditions who stays in the Base Camp for as long as the expedition lasts. He not only overlooks the safety measure adopted by the expedition but also provides logistics and airlift support in case an evacuation is called in by the stuck climbers.

Quick Facts:

Elevation: 8,611 m

Prominence‎: ‎4,020 m (13,190 ft); ‎Ranked 22nd

First ascent: July 31, 1954

First ascenders: Achille Compagnoni, Lino Lacedelli

Coordinates: 35°52′57″N 76°30′48″E

Itinerary:

Day -1

• Arrival in Islamabad
• Airport Transfer
• Overnight stay in Islamabad (3-star)

Day-2

• Airport Transfer Flight to Skardu (optional/flight cancellation travel by road to Skardu via Chilas 24hrs journey)
• Hotel Check-in

Day -3

• Briefing at Alpine Club of Pakistan
• Grocery
• Overnight in Hotel

Day -4

• Skardu to Askoli
• 4 x 4 Jeeps
• Night in camps
• Max Altitude Gain: 3050m ASL
• Travel duration: 7-8 hours

Day- 5
            (Askole- Jhola)

• Night in camps
• Max Altitude Gain: 3220m ASL
• Trek duration: 7-8 hours

Day- 6
            (Jhola-Paiyu)

• Night in camps
• Max Altitude Gain: 3400m ASL
• Trek duration: 8-9 hours

ay- 7

            (Paiyu-Khoburse)

• Night in camps
• Max Altitude Gain: 3800m ASL
• Trek duration: 8-9 hours

Day- 8

(Khoburse to Goro-1)

• Night in camps
• Max Altitude Gain: 4200m ASL
• Trek duration: 8-9 hours

Day- 9
            (Goro-1 to K2 Advance Base Camp)

• Overnight in tents
• Max Altitude Gain: 5400m ASL
• Trek duration: 10-12 hours

Day- 10-50

            (Designated 40 days for Acclimatization and Climbing)

Day- 51-56

Trekking back to Askoli

Day- 57

            (Askoli to Skardu)

• Askoli to Skardu via 4×4 Jeeps
• Night in Hotel
• Duration: 6-7 hours

Day- 58
            (SKD-ISB)

• De-briefing at Alpine Club of Pakistan
• Airport Transfer
• Flight to Islamabad (optional/flight cancellation travel by road to Skardu via Chilas 24hrs journey)
• Overnight stay in Islamabad (3-star)

Day- 59/60

• Fly Out

Terms & Conditions:

Services Included:

1. All necessary paper work including;
2. Facilitation in getting Climbing Permit
3. Visa Invitation Letter
4. Facilitation in Payment of royalty fee and peak allocation before arrival
5. Coordination with Ministry of Tourism
6. Briefing/debriefing with Alpine Club of Pakistan
7. Facilitation in Import/Export of Cargo and its storage as per Annexure-F of GB Council
8. Insurance for Porters
9. Facilitation in providing sizes and other details etc for Liaison Officer
10. All meals Breakfast/lunch/dinner throughout the expedition
    1. Breakfast (Continental)
    1. Lunch (2-course Continental/Desi)
    1. Dinner (2-course Continental/Desi)
11. Air-conditioned luxury Coaster (All road Travels)
12. 4×4 Jeeps (willeys, Toyota FJ40 etc)
13. All hotel accommodation (double/triple sharing)
14. All camping (double/triple sharing)
15. On-board snacks and drinks (ice box) during long travels
16. Porterage of up to 50kgs(two way) per expedition member (extra weight will be carried on extra charges)
17. Mattresses
18. Kitchen utensils with crockery, cutlery etc
19. Kerosene stove with kerosene
20. Mess Tent
21. Toilet Tents and toiletries
22. Mess Table and chairs
23. Generator with fuel
24. Supplies groceries including fruits, vegetables, meat etc
25. Rations for porters
26. Porters/cooks/guides
27. High Altitude Porters (HAPs) and climbers for crossing GGLA
28. Basic First aid
29. Toll taxes/GGLA crossing charges/ NOC/Camping fee/Environment fee/ Permits other taxes
30. All transportation from and to Islamabad Airport
31. Satellite phone for incoming & outgoing on payment
    
    

Services not included:

• Air tickets (International)
• Visa fee
• Deposit for Heli Rescue
• LO daily allowance/equipment (if any)/insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Personal clothing
• Laundry
• Rescue/evacuation

Pakistan Explorer is a registered Travel company bearing National Taxation Number (NTN: 7187922-0) and is registered with Ministry of Tourism, Department of Tourist Services (DTS: 2117) providing complete assistance to tourist and climbing expeditions from across the world.