Journey to K2 Base Camp

A trek to K2 base camp in Pakistans Karakoram Range, aptly called the Throne Room of the Mountain Gods, is in the worlds most spectacular mountain region. The fabled expedition and walking route up the Baltoro Glacier to K2 offers truly one of the worlds greatest treks, and justifiably so. Surrounded by six peaks over 25, 919 feet, 7, 900 meters and crowned by the massif of K2, this is without question one of the most magnificent places on the planet. The list of peaks along the way is extensive and each holds a significant place in climbing history. The crown of the Karakoram is K2. At 8, 611m (28, 251ft) it is the worlds secondhighest mountain and an expedition to its base camp at 5, 150m (16, 896ft) makes for one of the most exciting walks in the world. Beginning in the remote village of Askole, the trail winds its way along the grand Braldu Valley before mounting the Baltoro Glacier to Concordia. Positioned 12km (7. 5 miles) from K2, Concordia is one of the few pla