K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La

Listed under Trekking in Pakistan.

Ambitious but fantastic.

This trip is equal to Everest’s Base Camp in it’s scenic views of some of the worlds tallest mountains. The Gondogoro La is a relatively new route up to K2’s base camp, crossing one of the highest passes in the region. Axes and ropes are used in the crossing so as well as being a strong walker you also need to have some climbing skills. This is a fantastic trek, but it’s arduous and only suitable for the ambitious.

Written by  Steve Berry.

“K2 Base Camp and Gondogoro La”

I’ve been fortunate to do this trek twice (well almost- bad weather resulted in a retreat on one occasion). It really is a stunning trek if you have the necessary (basic) skills with crampons and ice axe for the La (pass).From Islamabad you can reach Sk… Read more...

Written by  Ralph Johnson.

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Photo of nayyer

just came back from this place ! this place is amazing!

 
Comment posted 24th August 2009 by nayyer.

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Photo of Alastair James

Wow... How did you find the altitude?

 
Reply posted 24th August 2009 by Alastair James.

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