Italian mountaineer and author Fosco Maraini famously described Concordia as “the world’s greatest museum of shape and form” in his book Karakoram—a description that still perfectly captures the grandeur of this extraordinary place.
At Concordia, six peaks rising above 7,925 meters tower into the sky, including K2 (8,611 m), the second-highest mountain in the world. This is one of the most spectacular high-altitude landscapes on Earth.
The journey begins in Islamabad, followed by a flight to Skardu and an overland drive to the trek’s starting point, where we meet our expedition porters—experienced and resilient mountain men of the Karakoram. As the trek progresses, we enter a vast wilderness of rock, ice, and sky, moving deeper into one of the most dramatic mountain regions in the world.
Upon reaching Paiju Camp, at the edge of the Baltoro Glacier, the raw power of nature becomes unmistakable. The sounds of melting ice, shifting rocks, and the deep creaks of the glacier create an unforgettable sensory experience.
Arrival at Concordia is the ultimate reward. Here, trekkers are surrounded by some of the world’s most iconic peaks, including K2, Broad Peak (8,051 m), Gasherbrum IV (7,925 m), and the razor-edged Mitre Peak. There is truly no other place on Earth like Concordia—it is often called the Roof of the World, a place that feels like shaking hands with the heavens.
The K2 Base Camp & Concordia Trek is a challenging and demanding high-altitude trek, designed for trekkers with previous mountain trekking experience. It is not recommended for beginners or those without prior exposure to strenuous trekking at altitude.
Arrive in Islamabad. The day is spent finalizing trekking permits with the Ministry of Tourism and attending a briefing with the Deputy Chief of Operations.
Evening free.
Overnight in Islamabad.
Morning transfer to Islamabad Airport for the flight to Skardu (2,287 m), subject to weather conditions.
In case of flight cancellation, we drive along the Karakoram Highway with an overnight stay at Chilas on the banks of the Indus River.
(1-hour flight or 12-hour drive)
Free day in Skardu, the capital of Baltistan. Visit the local bazaar, Kharpocho Fort, and the turquoise-blue Satpara Lake.
Overnight at a motel or resort.
Drive east from Skardu toward Shigar Valley. Jeeps take us to Thongol, followed by a short walk to the campsite.
6–7 hours jeep drive. Overnight at camp.
After porters receive their loads, we begin trekking along the Braldu River to Askole, the last permanent settlement.
Cross the Biafo Glacier to reach Korofan (3,110 m).
6–7 hours trekking
Cross the Dumordo River via a wooden bridge and continue trekking through scree and river crossings.
First views of Gasherbrum IV and Broad Peak.
Arrive at Paiju (3,600 m).
4–5 hours trekking
Ascend gradually to the Baltoro Glacier, walking through moraine and ice with views of Trango Towers and Cathedral Range.
Camp at Khobursay (4,000 m).
5–6 hours trekking
Traverse the lateral and medial moraines of Baltoro Glacier.
Views of Gasherbrum II and Mashabrum Peak.
Camp at Biango (4,350 m).
7–8 hours trekking
Walk along the medial moraine toward Concordia, the meeting point of five glaciers.
Spectacular views of K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum IV, and surrounding peaks.
4–5 hours trekking
Full-day excursion to K2 Base Camp (5,030 m) via the Godwin-Austen Glacier.
Strenuous round trip over snow, rock, and ice.
Return to Concordia for overnight.
9–10 hours trekking
Begin return trek, descending along the Baltoro Glacier.
Camp at Gore with views of Mashabrum Peak.
5–6 hours trekking
Trek to Urdukas, a scenic campsite opposite the Trango Towers.
5–6 hours trekking
Continue descending along the Baltoro Glacier to Khoburzay.
Overnight at camp.
Retrace the route back to Paiju.
Overnight at camp.
Descend toward Jhola, located at the confluence of Baltoro and Dumordo Rivers.
Cross the newly constructed wooden bridge.
Overnight at camp.
Cross Dumordo River and trek back to Askole.
Depending on road conditions, the jeep transfer to Skardu or walk to Thongal for transport.
Jeep ride back to Skardu. Farewell to trekking staff.
Enjoy a hot shower and an overnight at a motel or resort.
5–6 hours drive
Flight to Islamabad (subject to weather).
If canceled, drive via the Karakoram Highway with an overnight stop at Chilas.
Visit the Ministry of Tourism for trek debriefing.
Free time to explore Rawalpindi and Islamabad before departure.
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