Broad Peak Expedition

Day 1 – Arrival in Islamabad (500 m) ✈️

Touch down at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to your city hotel. This day is dedicated to rest, a welcome briefing to orient you to the program, and an opportunity to relax from your long flight.

Day 2 – Islamabad – Briefing & Preparation (500 m) 🧳

Enjoy a full day in Islamabad for gear checks and logistical briefings. You’ll meet your liaison officer and expedition staff, finalize paperwork, and can even explore the bazaars of Rawalpindi if time allows.

Day 3 – Islamabad to Skardu by Flight or Road (≈2,300 m) 🌄

Take a scenic one-hour charter flight to Skardu—weather permitting—or opt for a long but rewarding drive via Chilas (~10–12 hours). On arrival, transfer to your hotel in Skardu and begin acclimatising at altitude.

Day 4 – Skardu (2,300 m) 🛠️

A free day in Skardu for final expedition preparations. Visit local markets, inspect gear, attend a safety briefing—and get a local sightseeing glimpse of Shangrila Resort or Satpara Lake if time allows.

Day 5 – Jeep to Askole (3,048 m) 🚙

Journey all day by jeep into the Karakoram, arriving at Askole — the last village before the Baltoro Glacier. You'll camp here, surrounded by wild mountain vistas, and ready for the trek ahead.

Day 6 – Trek to Jhula / Jhola (≈3,200 m) 🚶

Begin trekking along river valleys and moraine trails toward Jhula, a modest yet scenic campsite. Expect around 5–6 hours of hiking as you transition into the glacier valley.

Day 7 – Trek to Paiju (≈3,600 m) 🏕️

Continue a gradual climb to Paiju. This 6–7 hour day provides sweeping views: Baltoro South, Cathedral Towers, and in the distance the distinctive triangular face of K2.

Day 8 – Rest & Acclimatisation at Paiju (3,600 m) 🌤️

Spend a day at Paiju acclimatising. You can take short walks around camp for added altitude adjustment, soak in the scenery, and allow your body to adapt.

Day 9 – Trek to Urdukas (≈4,240 m) 🚶‍♂️

Trek through rugged terrain for 9–10 hours to reach Urdukas. The trail climbs through lateral moraine and glacial debris, offering increasing glimpses of Trango Towers, Uli Biaho, and Paiyu Peak.

Day 10 – Trek to Goro II (≈4,500 m) ❄️

Navigate glacial terrain across some crevassed sections to reach Goro II camp after about 7–8 hours. You'll camp amid the ice flows of the Baltoro Glacier surrounded by rugged peaks.

Day 11 – Trek to Concordia (≈4,687 m) 🏔️

This 5–6 hour trek leads you to Concordia — the famed “Throne Room of the Mountain Gods.” Marvel at vistas including K2, Gasherbrum IV, Mitre Peak, and Mustagh Tower as you set camp.

Day 12 – Trek to Broad Peak Base Camp (≈5,000 m) 📍

A shorter approach (≈2–3 hours) brings you to the Broad Peak base camp. Here your high-altitude expedition truly begins — acclimatisation rotations and camp logistics are underway.

Days 13–43 – Acclimatisation & Summit Push (Base Camp and High Camps) 🔥

Over these 30+ days, you will rotate between base camp and high camps — progressively climbing to Camps I, II, III, IV. Weather and your fitness will determine summit attempts. Rest, training, and preparation fill these crucial days.

Day 44 – Break‑down of Base Camp & Descent Begins (5,000 m → 4,250 m) 🧳

Once summit efforts conclude, break down base camp and begin your descent back to Goro II. Today’s trek requires 8–9 hours across glacial terrain to re‑occupy Goro II camp.

Day 45 – Trek from Goro II to Khuburtse (4,250 m → ~3,760 m) 🌄

Descending through the Baltoro moraines for another 7–8 hours takes you to Khuburtse camp. Enjoy progressively milder temperatures and return toward inhabited valleys.

Day 46 – Khuburtse to Paiju (≈3,380 m) 🚶‍♀️

Continue down to Paiju in about 6 hours. The landscape becomes greener, and streams appear as your altitude lowers — recovery begins in earnest.

Day 47 – Paiju to Jhula (≈3,200 m) 🌲

A 7‑hour walk on gentler terrain brings you back to Jhula. This is a comfortable descent day, with chance to reflect on your achievement.

Day 48 – Jhula to Askole (≈3,050 m) 🚶

This final trekking leg lasts about 4 hours before returning to Askole village. Overnight in tents or simple lodgings—civilization returns.

Day 49 – Jeep Back to Skardu (2,300 m) 🚙

A long but scenic drive through Shigar Valley returns you to Skardu. You’ll enjoy hotel comfort, warm meals, showers—and your first low‑altitude evening in weeks.

Day 50 – Fly (or Drive) to Islamabad (500–666 m) 🏙️

Take an aerial journey back to Islamabad —weather permitting—or drive via Chilas. You’ll stay in a hotel and relax after descent.

Day 51 – Contingency / Free Day in Islamabad 🕰️

Reserved for weather delays or travel adjustments—this day gives flexibility and buffer in your schedule.

Day 52 – Debriefing & Departure 🛫

Wrap up your expedition with a final debrief at the Ministry of Tourism, say your goodbyes, and depart from Islamabad International Airport with memories of a lifetime.

Broad Peak Expedition 2025

First day of trip: 20-JUN-2025
End of trip: 09-AUG-2025
Group size: 8-12 climbers
Hotel nights: 07
Camping nights: 43 nights 

Broad Peak + K2 Double Expedition 2025

First day of trip: 15-JUN-2025
End of trip: 14-AUG-2025
Group size: 8-12 climbers
Hotel nights: 07
Camping nights: 53 nights 

• Climbing Difficulty (Broad Peak): Hard
  Climbing Difficulty (K2): Extremely Hard

• Expedition Type: Unguided expedition

• Services up to the base camp are included in the plan, but high altitude services including rope, high altitude porter, high altitude tents and oxygen can also be provided.