Rocky glacier beneath the snowy peaks of the Karakoram
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How far would you go to see K2?

Concordia is a meeting of glaciers surrounded by K2, Broad Peak and the Gasherbrums. Reaching it is the heart of Where the Glaciers Meet, our journey to K2 Base Camp and Concordia.

After a night in Skardu, the itinerary continues to Askole and onto the Baltoro Glacier. Walking days pass granite spires and glacier moraine, with a rest day at Paiju before the approach to Concordia.

Two nights at Concordia make space for a day out across the Godwin-Austen Glacier to Broad Peak Base Camp, K2 Base Camp and the Gilkey Memorial, before returning to camp. The return follows the Baltoro towards Skardu.

This is a serious trek for fit, experienced walkers, with long days at high altitude. The season is June to August. A professional guide and full camp crew are included, and a personal consultation is the starting point for deciding whether it is your journey.

Glacier and high peaks in the Karakoram
Masherbrum above its mountain valley