Mt K2 Expedition 8611m

Trip Facts

  • Trip Duration: 61 days
  • Trip Grade: More challenging
  • Max Altitude: 8611m
  • Min Altitude: 1335m
  • Walking per day: 4-6 hours
  • Accomodation: Hotel / Camping
  • Trek Nature: Expedition
  • Best Season: Summer/winter
  • Group Size: 3+

Trip Overview

Mt K2 Expedition with ADVENTURE BEYOND THE LIMIT
K2 is the second-highest mountain in the world, situated in the Massif of Karakoram range of the Himalayas. At an elevation of 8,610(28,250 ft), it lies in the part of the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan-administered Kashmir and also on the China territory of Kashmir.

In 1852, this peak was named by the British surveyor T.G Montgomerie as the “K” references the Karakoram Mountain range, and 2 represents the symbol of the second peak measured in the Karakoram Range. Locally it is pronounced as Dapsang or Chogori. Popularly K2 is also known as Savage Mountain as the climber George Bell-a told reporters, “it’s a savage mountain that tries to kill you.”

Mount K2 is also ranked as the 22nd most prominent peak in the world. In 1902, the first attempt to reach the summit was made by an Anglo-Swiss Expeditor, which was unsuccessful. After that, many unsuccessful attempts were made via Southeastern ridge. Finally, Organizer and leader Dan Mazur was the first team to Summit on K2.

Mount K2 falls under the Central Karakoram National Park (CKNP). The area itself is host to many endemic flora species and refuge for threatened species in Pakistan. Throughout the journey, snow leopard, Markhor, Marco Polo sheep, musk deer, Himalayan lynx, blue sheep, brown bear, and Indian wolf could be spotted.

To summit Mount K2, there are various routes, but all of them share key difficulties. All of the major routes lie on the Pakistani side. Abruzzi Spur and North Ridge are the main routes to conquer Mount K2, as there are more than dozens of routes. Highlanders’ lifestyles can be experienced throughout the journey.

As it is almost impossible to summit K2 without being caught in life-threatening weather, June, July, and August are said to be the best months to the summit. Snow-capped mountains, blue sky, and shiny glaciers show an ecstatic view in these seasons

Note: This expedition price will vary depending on the group size, duration and services required. Please contact us with your detail to obtain a quote.

Detail Itinerary

    • Day 01: Arrival at Islamabad
      Upon your arrival at Islamabad, our representative from ADVENTURE BEYOND THE LIMITP and expedition will receive you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
  • Day 02: Islamabad: Briefing at Ministry of Tourism
    Today, we will visit the Ministry of Tourism Pakistan for the briefing about the rules, regulations and safety measures during the expedition. In the remaining time, we will explore around the Islamabad city. Situated at the foot of Marghalla Hills, Islamabad is the modern city and the capital of Pakistan. We stay overnight at hotel.
  • Day 03: Fly to Skardu or Drive to Chilas
    Today, we catch our morning flight to Skardu. And in case of flight cancellation, we drive to Chilas. Actually, the journey on the Karakoram Highway is the most adventurous and thrilling. We stay overnight at hotel.
  • Day 04: Chilas/Skardu
    We will have a free day at Skardu. Or if we are driving, it takes approx. 7 to 8 hours to reach Skardu. We enjoy the best views of Nanga Parbat en route. We stay overnight at hotel.
  • Day 05: Drive to Askole
    From Skardu, we drive to Askole today and it takes approx. 7 hours to reach there. We stay overnight at hotel.
  • Day 06-12: Trek to K2 Base Camp
    During this period, we trek from Askole to K2 Base Camp.
  • Day 13-53: 40 days for acclimatization and climbing
    During this period of 40 days, we scale the summit ascending and acclimatizing at various camps. After the successful summiting, we return back to K2 Base Camp.
  • Day 54-57: Trek back to Hushe via Gondogoro La and drive back to Skardu
    During this period, we trek back to Hushe from K2 Base Camp via Gondogoro La pass. From the House, we drive back to Skardu. We stay overnight at hotel.
  • Day 58: Fly to Islamabad or Drive to Chilas
    Today, we fly Islamabad from Skardu. Or in case of flight cancellation, we drive to Chilas.
  • Day 59: Rest day Islamabad/Drive to Islamabad
    Today will be the rest day in Islamabad. Or in case of driving, we complete the road from Chilas to Islamabad. We stay overnight at the hotel.
  • Day 60: Farewell Meeting in Islamabad
    As our trip ends today, we will celebrate farewell meeting in Islamabad. We stay overnight at hotel.
  • Day 61: Final Departure
    You will be catching your returning flight from Islamabad to your hometown. We will accompany you to the airport.

Cost Included

 

  • Mt K2 expedition climbing permit fee.
  • Four night hotel in Islamabad on B/B basis
  • Three night Hotel in Skardu on B/B basis
  • Foods and accommodation during the trek to and from base camp.
  • All the necessary Base camp camping and kitchen equipment.
  • All necessary group climbing equipment such as Rope, snow bar, rock piton , ice screw and carbineer.
  • Complete base camp foods and drinks at base camp during expedition.
  • Complete high altitudes foods and drinks gas cooking sets.
  • 5 liter poisk Russian oxygen 3 each clients and 2 each Sherpa or high altitude workers.
  • Regulator and musk set for oxygen.
  • Climbing Sherpa 2:1 ratio
  • Pakistan visa fees and climbing royalty of Climbing Sherpa.
  • Nepali cook for base camp and during trekking.
  • Pakistani high altitude workers.
  • Porters or donkey to carry the expedition equipment.
  • liaison officer and Local guide in Pakistan.
  •  Islamabad to Skardu and Islamabad round air/bus ticket and cargo .
  • Radio set for communication above base camp.
  • Satellite  phone with portable solar battery charger.
  • Solar or generator for the light and to charge the camera batteries at base camp.
  • Dinning tent, Kitchen tent, toilet tent, shower tent, and personal tent with mattress at base camp.

Cost does not includes:

  • Personal Climbing equipment.
  • Pakistan visa fees however we will support to obtain the visas providing necessary official documents from ministry of tourism of Pakistan.
  • International air/ train ticket and cargo.
  • Customs clearance of cargo.
  • Travel insurance which includes evacuation.
  • Major meal and drinks during Hotel stay in Islamabad and Skardu.
  • Telephone, laundry alcohol bills.
  • Tips to the workers.
  • Successful summit bonus to the high altitudes workers.
  • Emergency rescue by helicopter.

Equipment List

  • Down jacket.
  • Down Trouser.
  • Glove for summit 2 pair.
  • Normal gloves 3 pairs.
  • Socks woolen 7-8 pairs.
  • Climbing Boot.
  • Trekking Boot.
  • Carmpons.
  • Rucksack.
  • Ice Ax.
  • Harness (Safety Belt)
  • Jumar (Ascending Device)
  • Eight Ring ( Descending device)
  • Carabineer both screw gate or none screw gate.
  • Hamlet.
  • Snow gaiter.
  • Wind proof suit.
  • Sun Glass.
  • Sun Cream.
  • water bottle.
  • Knife.
  • Sleeping bag.
  • Mattress.
  • Down suite for climbing.
  • Head lamp with extra battery.
  • Sandal.
  • Towel.
  • Tooth brush and tooth paste.
  • 100 liter duffel bag to put all the climbing equipment inside.

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