K2 Base Camp Trek
Trek the Baltoro Glacier to Concordia, Broad Peak Base Camp and K2 Base Camp on a fully supported Karakoram adventure in Pakistan.
Request trek planHighest point
5,150 m
Trip length
21 days
Difficulty
Strenuous
Best season
June – September
Group size
4–15 people
Region
Concordia & K2 Base Camp
About the trek
K2 Base Camp & Concordia Trek 2026
The K2 Base Camp and Concordia Trek follows the Braldu River and Baltoro Glacier into the heart of Pakistan’s central Karakoram. The trail passes Paiju, Urdukas and Goro II before reaching Concordia, an extraordinary amphitheatre surrounded by K2, Broad Peak and the Gasherbrum group.
From Concordia, trekkers continue toward Broad Peak Base Camp, the Godwin-Austen Glacier and K2 Base Camp. This is a remote camping trek rather than a technical climb, but long glacier days, rough moraine and sustained altitude demand excellent fitness and careful acclimatization.
Stand at K2 Base Camp (5,117m) & Broad Peak Base Camp
Concordia - 360° views of 8,000m peaks
Traverse Baltoro Glacier (5th longest non-polar glacier)
View Trango Towers & Cathedral Peaks
Day-by-day route
Detailed trek itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Islamabad
Welcome at airport, briefing, and hotel transfer.
Day 2
Fly to Skardu
Scenic flight over Nanga Parbat and Karakoram peaks.
Day 3
Drive to Askole / Jhola
4x4 Jeep ride through Shigar Valley along the Braldu River.
Day 4
Trek to Paiju
Walk along Braldu Gorge with views of Cathedral Peak.
Day 5
Trek to Urdukas
Step onto Baltoro Glacier snout with views of Trango Towers.
Day 6
Trek to Concordia
Reach Concordia with iconic views of K2, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrums.
Day 7
Day Hike to K2 Base Camp
Walk to Godwin-Austen Glacier, Gilkey Memorial, and K2 Base Camp.
Trek experience
Fully supported Karakoram camping
The local team manages permits, transport, porter logistics, camps and meals so trekkers can focus on safe pacing and the landscape. Exact camps remain flexible for trail, glacier and weather conditions.
What is covered
Included & not included
Included
- Airport assistance and scheduled in-country transfers
- Hotels in Islamabad and Skardu
- Domestic transport in the planned itinerary
- Trekking permits and local coordination
- All meals during camping days
- Experienced guide, cook and porter team
- Group camping, kitchen and dining equipment
- Staff wages, meals and insurance
Not included
- International flights and Pakistan visa
- Personal clothing, boots and sleeping bag
- Travel and helicopter evacuation insurance
- Tips, personal expenses and unlisted meals
- Costs caused by weather delays or early return
Preparation
Fitness & essential skills
Prepare with sustained hill walking, a loaded daypack and consecutive long days. Bring broken-in boots, layered clothing and insurance covering trekking and evacuation to 5,150 m.
Common questions
K2 Base Camp Trek FAQ
Is the itinerary fixed?
No. Flights, roads, glacier conditions, acclimatization and weather can change the schedule.
Is technical experience required?
Technical climbing is not normally required, but glacier awareness, excellent fitness and confidence on rough terrain are important.
What should I send with my enquiry?
Share your trekking history, highest altitude, preferred dates and group size so we can prepare the right plan.
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