Duration: 20 Days
Trekking Days: 12 Days (Strenuous High-Altitude Hiking)
Maximum Elevation: 5,650 meters
Accommodation: 11 Nights Camping | 8 Nights Hotels
Gondogoro Peak (5,650m) is an ideal non-technical trekking peak located in the spectacular Baltoro region of the Karakoram. Perfect for trekkers seeking their first high-altitude summit experience, the climb requires no advanced mountaineering skills while still offering the thrill of standing atop a Himalayan-style peak surrounded by some of the world’s highest mountains.
The journey begins in Islamabad with a scenic flight or drive to Skardu, followed by a thrilling 4×4 jeep ride to Hushe Valley — the gateway to many of the Karakoram’s legendary expeditions. From Hushe, the trek gradually ascends through remote valleys, alpine pastures, and glacier landscapes, reaching Gondogoro Peak Base Camp after several days of trekking.
Climbers spend two days at base camp preparing for the summit attempt. The ascent to the summit typically takes 7–8 hours round trip and rewards trekkers with breathtaking panoramic views of K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I & II, and numerous other towering Karakoram giants. After the successful summit, the expedition retraces its route back to Hushe and continues to Skardu before returning to Islamabad, concluding an unforgettable high-mountain adventure.
Highlights
Summit a non-technical 5,650m trekking peak
Spectacular views of K2, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrum peaks
Trek through the scenic Hushe Valley
Remote glacier landscapes and high-altitude wilderness
Ideal introduction to high-altitude climbing expeditions
International departure for Pakistan.
Arrival at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to the hotel.
A day reserved for permit formalities with the Ministry of Tourism and trek briefing. Evening is free to relax or explore the city.
Overnight in the hotel.
Transfer to Islamabad Airport for flight to Skardu (weather permitting).
Flight: 1-hour scenic flight over Nanga Parbat
OR
Drive: 12-hour drive on the Karakoram Highway (KKH) with an overnight at Chilas beside the Indus River.
Free day in Skardu (2,230m), capital of Baltistan.
Optional visits:
Kharpocho Fort
Satpara Lake
Skardu Bazaar
If arriving by road, continue driving from Chilas (6–7 hours).
Overnight in a hotel/resort.
Drive to Khaplu (4–5 hours), the historic kingdom of old Baltistan.
Visit:
300-year-old Khaplu Fort
Ancient wooden mosque
Traditional Balti village
Overnight in the hotel.
Drive by jeep to Hushe Valley (4–5 hours), the trekking gateway of the region.
Spectacular views of:
K6 (7,280m)
K7 (6,950m)
Link Sar (7,050m)
Overnight in camp/guesthouse.
4–5 hours trekking through alpine meadows.
Views of Namika Peak and Defokhar.
Overnight camping.
Cross sections of the Gondogoro Glacier.
Magnificent views of:
Yermandu Kangri
Mashabrum South
Mashabrum La
Camp beside a small alpine lake.
4–5 hours trekking.
Trek across Gondogoro Glacier to reach Khuispan Base Camp, the base of Gondogoro Peak.
Spectacular views of:
Laila Peak
Drangra
Tasa Peak
Overnight camping.
Rest day at Base Camp for acclimatization and preparation.
Overnight camping.
Early morning start.
6–7 hours ascent and 3–4 hours descent.
Requires:
Crampons
Ice axe
Fixed ropes (assisted)
Panoramic views of:
K2
Broad Peak
Gasherbrum I–IV
Mashabrum
9–10 hours total.
Overnight at Base Camp.
Reserved for weather contingency or second summit attempt.
Descend via Gondogoro Glacier.
Overnight camping.
Return trek (4–5 hours).
Optional celebration with other expeditions.
Overnight camping.
Final trekking day (4–5 hours).
Arrival in Hushe.
Overnight camping/guesthouse.
5–6 hours jeep drive via Khaplu & Machulu villages.
Transfer to the hotel. Hot shower and rest.
Overnight in the hotel.
Flight to Islamabad (weather permitting).
If cancelled, drive to Chilas and overnight there.
Arrival in Rawalpindi/Islamabad.
Debriefing at the Ministry of Tourism.
Free time to explore the Twin Cities.
Overnight in the hotel.
Full-day guided tour of Islamabad & Rawalpindi.
Overnight in the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for international departure.
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