K2 – The Abruzzi Spur

K2 is the 2^nd highest summit in the world at 8,611 m / 28,251 ft. It is often referred to as the ‘Savage mountain’ or the ‘mountain of mountains’ and regarded as one of the most difficult and dangerous mountains in the world. Trek up the spectacular Baltoro Glacier surrounded by four 8,000m peaks as well as the famous rock climbs, Trango Towers.  Climb the famous House Chimmney before and amazing summit day which includes the famous bottleneck. This section is the highlight of the expedition and makes K2 a very remarkable summit to add to any mountaineering resume. There is also the option to climb Broad Peak before K2, or after.

Location Map

Climbing Route

K2 Trekking Map

Day 1
Arrival to Islamabad and transfer to hotel

Day 2
Preparation day and welcome reception at Alpine club of Pakistan

Day 3
Fly to Skardu (2,228 m /7,309 ft) weather permitting.

Day 4
Rest day in Skardu. Final preparations and formalities.

Day 5
Travel by jeep to Askole (3,000 m / 9,842 ft)

Day 6
Trek to Jhola (3,200 m / 10,498 ft)

Day 7
Trek to Paiyu (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

Day 8
Rest day in Paiyu

Day 9
Trek to Urdukas (4,200 m / 13,779 ft)

Day 10
Trek to Goro 2 (4,500 m / 14,763 ft)

Day 11
Trek to Concordia (4,691 m / 15,390 ft)

Day 12
Trek to K2 Base camp (5,100 m / 16,732 ft)

Day 13-44
Climbing Period on K2

Day 45
Trek to Goro 2

Day 46
Trek to Khuburche

Day 47
Trek to Jhola

Day 48
Trek to Askole

Day 49
Drive by jeep to Skardu

Day 50
Fly to Islamabad

Day 51

Day of leisure in Islamabad & Farewell meeting (de-briefing) at Alpine Club of Pakistan

Day 52

Departure to home

Day 53

Contingency day for flight cancellation (From Islamabad to Skardu)

Day 54

Contingency day for flight cancellation (From Islamabad to Skardu)

Costs include

• All arrival and departure transfer services to and from airport (both domestic and international)
• Return domestic flight tickets Islamabad / Skardu
• Transport of up to 2 duffle bags of a maximum total weight of 40 kgs during the trek to Base Camp and on domestic flights
• 4 nights’ accommodation at a good quality hotel in Islamabad on B/B basis on a double basis (single option at extra cost)
• Accommodation in tents during the trek
• Accommodation in spacious individual tents at Base Camp with foam mattress, carpets, light and storage space
• On High Camps, accommodation in shared expedition tents
• Qualified support team including experienced guides, cooks and porters
• Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee)
• Climbing permit and all fees and deposits required by the local regulations (e.g. line fixing, garbage deposit)
• 1:1 Experienced climbing Sherpa per client on summit day (K2 Summiteer – IFMGA Guide/Aspirant Guide)
• 6 oxygen bottles with a Summit mask and regulator (Climbing guides will also be on oxygen to ensure a maximum safety)
• First aid medical kit
• Satellite phone at Base Camp (available to members as a paying service)
• Radio set for communication with Base Camp during climbing
• Garmin OutReach two-way satellite messaging system with satellite subscription
• Solar panel/generator for light and battery charger at Base Camp
• Avalanche Beacon
• 2 x World Sherpas Duffle bags
• World Sherpas T-Shirt
• Set of quality photos / films taken by our guides

Costs Exclude

• Breakfast, Lunch and dinner in Islamabad
• Extras hotel charge at Islamabad (bar bills, laundry, additional nights)
• Personal expenses in lodges during the trek such as battery charging (cameras, phone, laptops), showers, laundry, beverages, bottled water and snacks
• Additional nights during the trek not planned by us
• Internet access during the trek and at Base Camp (we can arrange a Pakastani SIM card and top-up card for you at Islamabad for calls and internet)
• Personal trekking and climbing equipment (see gear list)
• Personal medical, travel & evacuation insurance (mandatory)
• International airfare
• Pakistan entry visa fee
• Standard tips/bonus to climbing Sherpa and all staff

Number of effective trekking days : 10

Number of effective climbing days : 11
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Average per pay:  km /  m distance –  m /  ft elevation
Maximum altitude: 8,611 m / 28,250 ft (Summit)