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Gondogoro La Crossing — 18 Days

A demanding high pass connecting the Baltoro to the Hushe valley — for experienced trekkers seeking the complete Karakoram traverse.

18 Days
Duration
Challenging
Difficulty
Jul – Aug
Best Season
2 – 10
Group Size
5,585 m
Max Altitude
Price neededper person
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Day by day

Day 1

Islamabad to Skardu

Fly or drive to Skardu.

2,228 m
Day 2

Skardu — preparation day

Permits, crew introductions and supply shopping.

2,228 m
Day 3

Skardu to Askole

4x4 jeep drive to the last village before the wilderness.

3,000 m
Day 4

Askole to Jhola

Trek begins along the Braldu river.

3,150 m
Day 5

Jhola to Paiju

Continue to Paiju, last camp with trees.

3,450 m
Day 6

Paiju — acclimatization day

Rest day before the glacier.

3,450 m
Day 7

Paiju to Khoburtse

Onto the Baltoro glacier.

3,700 m
Day 8

Khoburtse to Urdukas

Panoramic views back down the glacier.

3,900 m
Day 9

Urdukas to Goro II

Gasherbrum IV comes into view.

4,300 m
Day 10

Goro II to Concordia

Arrive at the amphitheatre of four 8,000m peaks.

4,600 m
Day 11

Concordia to K2 Base Camp and back

Day hike to K2 Base Camp, return to Concordia.

5,150 m
Day 12

Concordia to Ali Camp

Move towards the Gondogoro La approach.

4,900 m
Day 13

Ali Camp to Gondogoro La to Xhuspang

The crossing day — a long, demanding day over the high pass into the Hushe valley side.

5,585 m
Day 14

Xhuspang to Saicho

Descend through alpine terrain towards Saicho.

3,700 m
Day 15

Saicho to Hushe

Final trekking day into Hushe village.

3,050 m
Day 16

Hushe to Skardu

Jeep transfer via Khaplu back to Skardu.

2,228 m
Day 17

Skardu — buffer day

Rest day / weather contingency built into the schedule.

2,228 m
Day 18

Skardu to Islamabad

Fly or drive back to Islamabad. Trip ends.

Departure

This is a template itinerary — confirm exact camp sites, timings and reserve days with the founder before publishing.

What's Included

  • 4x4 Jeep transport
  • Professional trekking guide
  • Porters for group/camping equipment
  • 3-time meals during trek
  • Camping equipment
  • Hotel stay in Skardu
  • Trekking permit fees

What's Not Included

  • Islamabad – Skardu flight
  • Personal porter
  • Climbing/technical gear rental
  • Travel & evacuation insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses & tips

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