The Gateway to the 8,000ers. Blue Sky describes Gasherbrum-II as a comparatively accessible Karakoram eight-thousander, approached via Baltoro and climbed through Camps 1–3.
Altitude8,035m
Duration45 Days
DifficultyStrenuous
SeasonJun–Sep
RouteSouthwest Ridge
Fixed Departure20 Jun 2027
Expedition Overview
The Gateway to the 8,000ers. Blue Sky describes Gasherbrum-II as a comparatively accessible Karakoram eight-thousander, approached via Baltoro and climbed through Camps 1–3.
Expedition Highlights
• 8,035m Gasherbrum-II / K4
• 45-day published programme
• Baltoro Glacier and Concordia
• Gasherbrum Base Camp around 5,150–5,200m
• Southwest Ridge and summit ridge
45 Days Itinerary
01 Arrival in Islamabad
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Hotel transfer and briefing.
02 Skardu Flight
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Mountain flight or road contingency.
03 Skardu Preparation
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Permits, final packing and sightseeing.
04 Jeep Safari to Askole
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Drive through Shigar and Braldu.
05–07 Jula, Paiju & Khoburtse
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Approach trek into the Baltoro corridor.
08–10 Urdukas & Goro II
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Continue along the Baltoro Glacier.
11 Concordia
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Reach the glacier junction at about 4,600m.
12 Gasherbrum Base Camp
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Enter the Gasherbrum Sanctuary.
13–37 Climbing Period
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Camps 1–3, acclimatization rotations and summit window.
38 Descent
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Break Base Camp and descend.
39 Paiju
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Continue down the glacier.
40 Jula
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Follow the Braldu valley.
41 Askole
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Return to Askole.
42 Skardu
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Jeep transfer.
43 Islamabad
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Return flight or road contingency.
44 Reserve Day
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Weather buffer and sightseeing.
45 International Departure
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Airport transfer.
Full-Service Expedition Package
✓Round-trip Islamabad–Skardu flights with road contingency
✓Airport transfers and 4×4 Jeep transport
✓75kg inward / 50kg return luggage
✓Islamabad and Skardu accommodation
✓Full-board trek meals
✓Base Camp tents, mess, kitchen, toilet and shower
✓Sirdar, cooks, assistant cook, porters and Liaison Officer
✓Peak Permit, CKNP fees, permits and taxes
✓Official briefing/debriefing and Alpine Club certificate
✓Staff wages, equipment and insurance: staff insurance, fair wages in line with regional porter welfare guidelines, and food and lodging for mountain staff and porters.
✓Certified guide: a licensed, government-registered English-speaking guide throughout the itinerary.
Out-of-Pocket Expenses
✕Personal technical equipment
✕HAPs and high-altitude rations
✕Sleeping bags, rucksacks, clothing and footwear
✕Tips, laundry, satellite communication and extra beverages
✕City lunches and dinners
✕Mandatory helicopter rescue insurance
✕Islamabad lunch and dinner
Karakoram Expedition Map
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Tour Review
★★★★★
"I highly recommend Blue Sky Treks as a tour operator for expeditions in Pakistan or Xinjiang, China. They provided excellent services—the staff were strong, reliable people, the food was of excellent quality, and transportation was safe and on time."
