16 Days Max 5,585m (Gondogoro La Pass)Hard Skardu / Hushe 4.9 · 19 reviews
Cross a high altitude glaciated pass at 5,585m, one of the great trekking crossings on Earth. Start on the Baltoro Glacier, reach Concordia and then cross Gondogoro La to descend through Hushe Valley. You pass within touching distance of K2, Broad Peak and Gasherbrum, a full circle of the greatest mountains in the world.
Trek Itinerary
Days 1 to 9, Askole to Concordia
Follow the K2 Base Camp approach, Jhola, Paiju, Urdukas to Concordia (4,600m). Same as K2 trek first half.
Day 10, Acclimatisation at Concordia
Rest and acclimatise at Concordia. Optional day hike toward K2 Base Camp.
Days 11 to 12, Ali Camp & Gondogoro La
Move to Ali Camp (5,020m). Next morning: early 3 AM start. Cross Gondogoro La (5,585m) with ropes and crampons. Descend to Khuspang (4,400m).
Days 13 to 16, Descent to Hushe
Trek down through Hushe Valley over 3 days. Jeep back to Skardu.
Highlights
Baltoro Glacier ApproachConcordia at 4,600mK2 & Broad Peak ViewsGondogoro La Pass at 5,585mTechnical Rope SectionsHushe Valley Descent
What's Included
All transport
Full camping kit
All meals
High altitude guide
Fixed ropes & crampons provided
Porters
required permit
Not Included
International flights
Visa
Insurance
Personal high altitude gear
Tips
Trek Information
Max Altitude
5,585m (Gondogoro La Pass)
Duration
16 Days / 15 Nights
Technical Level
Crampons & rope required
Best Season
July August
Fitness
Very High
Group Size
4 to 10 people
Questions
Yes, basic crampon use and rope experience needed. The pass section requires ascending a 50 to 55° snow/ice slope. We provide training at Concordia.
Gondogoro La adds 3 extra days and crosses a technical pass at 5,585m, but gives a full circuit without retracing steps. More demanding but more rewarding.