K2 (k2 climbing) is the second – highest mountain on Earth . It is located in the Karakorum segment of the Himalayan range , on the border between the Gilgit – Baltistan region of the Pakistan administered Northern Areas and the Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County of Xinjiang , China . However, those who climb K2 must acquire entry via Pakistan as the Chinese side is inaccessible.
Climbing routes and difficulties: There are a num ber of routes on K2, of somewhat different character, but they all share some key difficulties: First is the extreme high altitude and resulting lack of oxygen: in fact there is only one third as much oxygen available to a climber on the summit of K2 as th ere is at sea level. Second is the propensity of the mountain to extreme storms of several days’ duration, which have resulted in many of the deaths on the peak. Third is the steep, exposed, and committing nature of all routes on the mountain, which makes retreat more difficult, especially during a storm. Despite many tries there has been no successful ascent during the winter
Islamabad: Welfare meeting in Alpine Club of Pakistan & sightseeing
Drive to Chilas on Karakorum highway 11 – 12hrs 461km
Drive to Skardu along with Indus River 8 – 9hrs 290km
Drive to Askoli 6 – 7 hrs 3000m
Trek to Jhola 5 – 6 hrs 3200m
Trek to Paiyu 6 – 7hrs 3450m
Free day in Paiyu
Trek to Urdukas 6 – 7hrs 4050m
Trek to Goro – II (5 – 6 hrs) 4380m
Trek to K2 base camp
35 days for climbing
Trek down to Askoli
Drive to Skardu 5 – 6 hrs
Drive to Chilas 8 – 9hrs 290km
Drive to Islamabad 11 – 12hrs 461km
Transfer to Islamabad airport for international flight
Detailed program will be sent after registration or on request
June to August. Contact us for your specific time frame. You can easily jump in on our existing trips.
55 Days
The basic package includes services from the arrival airport to Basecamp and back. It is suitable for those who want to climb alpine style with little or no support from us while on the mountain. Summit permit fee and liaison officer fee are already included in the basic package!
In case you need additional services for your ascent of K2, you might have to choose from the full services or discuss your needs with us. Example: Supplemental oxygen, guides etc.
1) Taxes + Government Fees
2) Accommodation and meals
3) Domestic flights
Gilgit Baltistan flights are heavily exposed to the weather. In case of failure, transport takes place via land.
4) Transports land route
5) Vehicles
6) Porters
7) Camping equipment
8) Kitchen utensils
9) Food on the way
10) Local Staff
The same services apply as in the basic package. Basic package covers all required services up to the Basecamp. If you want to climb the mountain, you need additional equipment and material.
In addition to the basic package, the following options can be booked:
| High Altitude Porter (HAP) = carrier and guide, 1 HAP per 2-3 guests | 4050 USD per HAP |
| Propane-butane gas | 12 USD per gas cartridge |
| Russian oxygen cylinder | 750 USD per cylinder |
| Regulator and oxygen mask | 750 USD per set |
| Extra carrier to the base camp | 150 USD per carrier per way |
In addition:
| Tents high camps, cooking material, gas, mountain guides, food, summit permit etc. | On demand |
Exact material list takes place upon registration
We provide the following information for obtaining a visa:
Askari Aviation is the only company in Pakistan with helicopters that can be used for rescue purposes. The rescue missions are very expensive. Therefore each guest must be able to produce the following certificates:
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