Skardu DistrictSustainable

K2 Base Camp Trek

The ultimate trekking adventure to the base of the world's second-highest mountain.

Sustainability Impact

All porters receive fair wages above industry standards, with insurance and proper equipment. Trek fees fund Askole village's school and medical clinic. Strict waste management – all trash is packed out. We use eco-friendly camping practices and contribute to Baltoro glacier conservation research.

Highlights

Camp at K2 Base Camp (5,150m)

Cross the mighty Baltoro Glacier

See 4 of the world's 8,000m peaks

Visit Concordia – the "Throne Room of the Gods"

Experience Balti mountain hospitality

What's Included

Experienced expedition leader

High-altitude porters

All camping equipment

All meals on trek

Trekking permits

Emergency satellite phone

First aid & oxygen

Your Local Guide

Muhammad Hassan

25 years guiding experience • High-altitude expeditions

My father carried loads to K2 Base Camp for 30 years. I started when I was 16, carrying 40 kilos on my back because that's what we do - we help people reach their dreams. I've seen K2 in every mood - angry storms, perfect blue skies, sunrises that make you cry. After 25 years and 50 expeditions, I know this glacier like the back of my hand. But every trip is different. Every person sees something new. That's why I keep coming back - to see K2 through fresh eyes, to remember why this mountain calls to us.

About This Experience

Stand at the foot of the legendary K2, the "Savage Mountain" – a 14-16 day expedition that ranks among the world's greatest treks. This is not just a trek; it's a pilgrimage to the throne of the Karakoram, where four of the world's fourteen 8,000-meter peaks pierce the sky.

Your journey follows the historic Baltoro Glacier, one of the longest glaciers outside the polar regions, through a landscape of such immense scale that it defies comprehension. From the orchards of Askole village to the rocky moraine camps, each day reveals new wonders: the needle-sharp Trango Towers, the perfect pyramid of Gasherbrum IV, and finally, the overwhelming presence of K2 itself.

This expedition requires excellent fitness and prior trekking experience. Our team of Balti high-altitude porters, whose families have supported expeditions here for generations, ensure your safety and comfort throughout this life-changing journey.