K2, Concordia and the Gondogoro La

> Views of K2, Broad Peak and the Gasherbrums from the Gondogoro La
> Walking holiday to Concordia and the Baltoro Glacier
> One of the world`s top 5 trekking adventures
> Experience the picturesque Hushe Valley in Pakistan

This is an exceptional and ambitious trekking adventure which starts with a short flight from Islamabad to the town of Skardu in Baltistan. The journey to Concordia, which is the meeting place of the Godwin-Austen Glacier and upper Baltoro Glacier, is demanding, as it follows the route up to the 62 km long Baltoro Glacier and mountain passes surrounded by the breathtaking 8000m high mountain peaks. It is not a trek to be taken lightly. For the majority of its length, the trek goes through uninhabited areas where preparation for any eventuality is crucial because the trail itself is constantly shifting due to the weather and glacial action. The trek is going to be challenging, with numerous streams to be crossed, but the rewards are immense. From the top of Gondogoro La (5680 m) the view of the prominent mountains of Shigar Valley and Hushey Valley is stunning.

Placed among the great treks of the world, walking to Concordia leads past ten of the world’s thirty tallest peaks – including four of the world’s 8000M peaks – K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum II, and Hidden Peak. Other peaks, equally spectacular, include the mighty Chogolisa, Golden Throne and Gasherbrum IV where the trek can lead up the Godwin Austen Glacier to K2 Base Camp. Expedition teams are located in the area in their effort to climb this formidable peak.

This trek is undoubtedly one of the Great Walks of the World – the Karakorum’ answer to Everest Base Camp. Gondogoro La Trek is an absolutely unique journey and the famous highest Karakorum peaks can be seen from the top.