K2 BASE CAMP TREK

ADVENTURE JOURNEY TO K2 BASE CAMP TREK

K2 Base Camp, Concordia & Gondogoro la Trek is considered to be one of the world’s Amazing treks with magnificent view peerless anywhere else in the high mountains.

Every continent has a wide range of mountain ranges. Allah has blessed Pakistan with a vast and unenviable mountain ranges. Karakoram (means black gravel) is one of the highest, longest and most famous range that is located on the border of three countries Pakistan, China and India. The Karakoram has more than 60 peaks that are about 7000m high. Karakoram has notable peaks including K2 that is 8611m high, Gasherbrum I that is 8080m high, Broad Peak that is 8051m high, Gasherbrum II that is 8035m high, and many more peaks. 

K2-GILGIT-BALTISTAN REGION OF NORTHERN PAKISTAN

K2 is one of the second highest peak in the world situated in the Karakoram Range lies between the bordering parts of Pakistan and China. K2 is the highest peak of Pakistan and located on the China-Pakistan border between Baltistan in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan. K2 is also known as “Mount Godwin-Austen” and in Balti language known as “Chogori” which means the king of mountains. Due to its extreme difficulty in climbing it is also called as Savage or Killer Mountain.

K2 BASE CAMP

Mountaineers set their first camp as a Base camp where they have all the resources like mountainous equipment, meal, solar and generators to charge their headlights and other instruments. Once the base camp is set, the Mountaineers started to climb. For K2 base trekking , the best route is through the Concordia. The trek has an amazing and aesthetic scenery but it is quite dangerous that will take life away in any second.

TREk K2 BASE CAMP ITINERARY STARTING POINT

The trekkers begin their journey with a flight to Skardu from Islamabad or can drive to Skardu. This tour to Skardu provides a stunning and beautiful view of Karakoram mountain range including Nanga Parbat. From Skardu the trekkers have to cross Shigar valley, which is quite green and fertile that takes to Askole. Then on the walking distance, up to the Baltoro glacier, they can see the amazing views of Masherbrum, K2, Broad Peak and lots of other peaks. There is Baltoro glacier on further walking which is extremely dangerous. After a long distance, there is Concordia, which is basically the intersection of Baltoro and Godwin Austin Glaciers and it is a place mostly used as a base for the four goliaths of the Karakorum that are Hidden Peak or Gasherbrum I, Gasherbrum II, Broad Peak, and K2.    

K2 BASE CAMP AND CONCORDIA TREK

 The K2 base camp or Concordia is also described as the ‘Throne room of the mountain gods’ because it has a beautiful and exclusive 360-degree panoramic view of the more than 7,000 meter high mountains and has an impressive view of K2.

K2 BASE CAMP AND GONDOGORO LA TREK

The Baltoro Glacier meets the Vigne and Godwin-Austen glaciers at Concordia. It is said to be one of the most amazing mountain campsites in the world. From here the K2 is only 10km distant and provides a very special view. Reaches upper the Baltoro Glacier, there is a Gondogoro La. This is a challenging and technical route and links the high glacial basin of the upper Baltoro with the green Hushe Valley. This place provides an overwhelming mountain view. This trek offers excitement and unforgettable mountain experience.

K2 BASE CAMP AND GONDOGORO LA TREK CAMP VIEW

BENEFITS OF TREKKING TO K2 BASE CAMP

1. For a lot of people, trekking provides a number of exciting benefits. When a person goes on a trek, he has to leave the usual home life routine in order to experience some events and activities. 
2. A person will learn so many things about life, about his own self when he will go on a trek. 
3. Many people join a trek to improve their own fitness.  Some people look at it as a sport, some as a hobby and some to challenge themselves on many different levels and in many different ways like physically, mentally, spiritually and financially. 
4. Many people will love to trek to reduce their stress because it provides a perfect opportunity to clear their minds. 
5. Though trekking to K2 is not so simple due to its challenging weather but still many people prefer it because of its beautiful and amazing views.
6.  It offers a variety and excitement for many people. 

1. People can experience different views of the highest peaks, views of glaciers, lakes, and streams that will make their tour more adventurous and unforgettable.

ROLE OF TREKKING COMPANIES FOR K2 BASE CAMP 

There are many companies that are helpful in organizing the adventurous tour to K2 BASE CAMP. They play a vital role in arranging this event by providing them with a complete guideline including accommodation, support team, providing cook and meal for the trek, including all the safety and security of the members, providing the particular vehicles for transport and camp staff with a guide leader. Some also provide with financial support. Most of them will focus on the fun factor to make the journey enjoyable and pleasant.

Beauty of Hunza Valley - Gilgit Baltistan Pakistan

     

Allah Almighty has blessed Pakistan with aesthetic and natural beauty. It has a lot of places which are deadly covered with beautiful scenes. Such glamorous and wonderful scenes make a person think about Allah’s glory and creativity. Hunza is among the most beautiful areas of Pakistan. Hunza often known as ‘Heaven on Earth’ is a beautiful mountainous valley. It is located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region which is in the extreme northern part that connects china with Pakistan. Gilgit-Baltistan region Biafo Glaciers is the homeland of adventures treks, k2 base camp trek , Concordia trek, and gondogoro la trek. It is surrounded by several high peaks including Rakaposhi, Ladyfinger peak and Hunza peak. Hunza was previously a princely state which survived until 1974 and was dissolved by Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto. Its capital was the town of Baltit also known as Karimabad.

Lovely weather of Hunza Valley

The climate of Hunza is moderate in summer. The maximum temperature in summer is about 14-degree Celsius but in July-august it reaches a maximum of 31-degree Celsius in central Hunza. In the winter season, the temperature reaches to -10-degree Celsius or even more.

The people of Hunza are quite friendly, cooperative and hospitable. Generally, people of Hunza speak Urdu language but some other languages are also being spoken such as Shina, Wakhi, and Burushaski.

Geographic Representation of Hunza Valley

Hunza valley has three geographic subdivisions. These include Gojal valley, Lower and Upper Hunza. This place is accessible by the c. Hunza valley has different beautiful and natural sights which are the attractions for tourists. Every year thousands of tourists visit and enjoy the natural beauty of Hunza valley and its surrounding areas.

Tourists visit this valley to take a sight of the two most famous forts known as Altit and Baltit fort. The Altit Fort is the oldest fort in northern areas and it is located in the Altit village. It is built with great architectural design on a rock of a mountain where the Hunza River flows at its back. Baltit Fort is another beautiful fort in the Hunza valley which is built at the top of Karimabad. The Baltit fort has now been turned into heritage museum after renovation.

Beautiful Cultural Things of Hunza Valley

In Hunza, the bazaar of Karimabad is well known for its local handicrafts, handmade carpets, traditional and embroidered caps, different shawls, handwoven cloth and its gemstone including Ruby. The Ruby mines are famous tourist attractions.

The Hunza valley is popular for its snow-capped and rough mountains. Many people came to Hunza just to get a few glimpses of the shining ice wall of the Rakaposhi Mountain. Other popular mountains in Hunza include Passu Peak, Ultar Peak and Kuksel Sar.

Link Beautiful Valleys near to Hunza  always fill with Tourism Lovers

The Khunjerab Pass and Khunjerab National Park are another reason for tourists to visit the Hunza valley. Khunjerab Pass is the area where Pakistan meets its neighbor China. Khunjerab Pass is situated above sea level and has a high mountain pass in the Karakoram Mountains.

Gojal valley of Hunza is popular for its lakes. Attabad Lake is situated in Gojal Valley. This lake was formed due to the massive land sliding in 2010 that blocked the water flow in the Hunza River. Now it is a famous tourist landmark and picnic spot. Attabad Lake is an amazing place for boating lovers.

Duikar provides tourists with glorious views of the Hunza River and the meandering ribbon of the Karakoram Highway. Duikar has turned into a famous landmark and situated above sea level. It also includes the epic views of the Rakaposhi and the Golden Peak but people from across the world visit Duikar just to enjoy the spectacular sunrise and sunset views.

Besides all these, Pakistan’s most famous and long glaciers are found in the Hunza Valley. The popular glaciers in Hunza include the Batura Glacier, Hussaini Glacier and Passu Glacier. All of these glaciers are situated in Gojal Valley. These glaciers attract thousands of domestic and international tourists every year. Opportunities for hiking are quite immense in the Hunza Valley.