What are some of the most popular trekking peaks in Pakistan?

K2 Base Camp, Nanga Parbat Base Camp, Rakaposhi Base Camp, Fairy Meadows, Trek to Concordia (K2 Base Camp), and many more.

What is the best time to trek in Pakistan?

Spring (April-June) and Autumn (September-October) are generally the best times with pleasant weather.

Which peak in Pakistan is unclimbed?

Baintha Brakk (The Ogre, 7,285 m) is one of the most difficult and rarely climbed peaks in Pakistan.

How many 7,000-meter peaks are in Pakistan?

Pakistan also has over 70 peaks above 7,000 meters, mainly in the Karakoram, Himalayas, and Hindu Kush.

Where are Pakistan's highest peaks located?

They are mainly in Gilgit-Baltistan, within the Karakoram, Himalayas, and Hindu Kush mountain ranges.

K2 was the second highest peak listed in the Karakoram during a British survey in 1856—hence the name "Karakoram 2."

Highest trekking peaks tour in Pakistan

Accomodation
2-3 stars hotels (in some places best available)
Arrival City
Islamabad
Departure City
Islamabad
Guide
Guided
Language
English
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner (normally included)
Mineral Water
Yes
Transportation
Car or Van/ grand Cabin 13 seats or Coaster/minibus, 21seats (4x 4 classical jeeps)
Minimum Age
18
Maximum Age
75

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Trekking Pakistan's 8000M Base Camps

K2 • Nanga Parbat • Broad Peak • Gasherbrum I • Gasherbrum II

Pakistan is home to five of the world’s fourteen 8,000-meter peaks: K2, Nanga Parbat, Gasherbrum I, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrum II. For North Pakistan Adventure, this can be promoted as the Pakistan Five 8,000m Base Camp Trek, an extraordinary journey combining the Karakoram and western Himalaya. Four of these giants—K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, and Gasherbrum II—are concentrated around the Baltoro-Concordia region, while Nanga Parbat stands in the western Himalaya. The Gasherbrum I and II base camps are accessed on the upper Baltoro and Gasherbrum side and normally require additional days beyond the straightforward K2 and Broad Peak section. A genuine five-base-camp itinerary therefore needs a longer schedule, commonly around 30 days depending on acclimatization, weather, and route conditions.

Highlights

Five 8,000-Meter Giants: Witness an elite collection of the world's highest peaks, including K2, Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak, and the Gasherbrums I and II.
The Heart of Concordia: Stand at the legendary 4,600-meter crossroads surrounded by one of the greatest high-mountain panoramas on earth.
The Ultimate Base Camp Journey: Access the remote base camps of multiple legendary peaks across the rugged Baltoro Glacier and western Himalaya.
High-Altitude Alpine Crossing: Challenge your endurance with dramatic glacial moraine trekking and cross the high-altitude Gondogoro La pass at approximately 5,700 meters.

Day 01 :

Fly to Islamabad — PAKISTAN

Activity: Arrival at Islamabad International Airport. Meet and greet by the North Pakistan Adventure team and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Islamabad Hotel

Elevation: ~540 m

Meals: Dinner

Day 02 :

Arrival in Islamabad

Activity: Arrival at Islamabad International Airport. Meet and greet by the North Pakistan Adventure team and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Islamabad Hotel

Elevation: ~540 m

Meals: Dinner

Day 03 :

Drive to Chilas

Activity: Drive from Islamabad to Chilas, a 9-10 hour drive via Naran and Babusar Pass. Alternatively, drive from Skardu toward Chilas along the Indus Valley.

Driving Time: Approximately 8-10 hours

Overnight: Chilas Hotel

Elevation: ~1,200 m

Day 04 :

Raikot -> Tatto -> Fairy Meadows

Activity: From Chilas, drive to Raikot Bridge (1-2 hours) and transfer to local 4x4 jeeps to Tatto Village. From Tatto, trek through alpine forest to Fairy Meadows.

Jeep Journey: Approximately 1 hour

Trek: Approximately 2–3 hours

Overnight: Fairy Meadows in huts

Elevation: Fairy Meadows ~3,300 m

Day 05 :

Fairy Meadows -> Beyal Camp

Activity: Trek through the pine forest toward Beyal Camp as the north face of Nanga Parbat becomes increasingly spectacular.

Distance: Approximately 5–7 km one way

Walking Time: 3–5 hours

Overnight: Beyal Camp in huts

Elevation: Beyal ~3,500 m

Day 06 :

Beyal -> Nanga Parbat Base Camp -> Fairy Meadows

Activity: Continue beyond Beyal toward the Raikot-side Nanga Parbat Base Camp (8,126 m) and return to Fairy Meadows.

Distance: Approximately 10–14 km return, depending on the established route

Walking Time: 6-7 hours

Overnight: Fairy Meadows in huts

Maximum Elevation: Approximately 3,900–4,000 m

Day 07 :

Fairy Meadows -> Tatto -> Skardu

Activity: Descend from Fairy Meadows to Tatto, drive by jeep to Raikot Bridge, and continue to Skardu.

Trek: 2–3 hours

Drive: Approximately 5-6 hours

Overnight: Skardu Hotel

Elevation: ~2,200–2,500 m

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 08 :

Skardu -> Askoli

Activity: After final preparations, drive by 4WD vehicles through Shigar and the Braldu Valley toward Askoli, the last major village before the Baltoro wilderness.

Driving Time: Approximately 6–8 hours

Overnight: Askoli Camp

Elevation: ~3,000 m

Day 09 :

Askole -> Jhola

Activity: Our first trekking day begins along the Braldu River, passing the Biafo Glacier area before continuing toward Jhola.

Distance: Approximately 18–20 km

Walking Time: 6–8 hours

Overnight: Jhola Camp

Elevation: ~3,100 m

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 10 :

Jhola -> Paiju

Activity: Trek upstream along the Braldu River toward Paiju as the landscape gradually changes with the approach of the great Baltoro Glacier.

Distance: Approximately 19–20 km

Walking Time: 6–8 hours

Overnight: Paiju Camp

Elevation: ~3,400–3,500 m

Day 11 :

Acclimatization at Paiju

Activity: Rest and acclimatization day with optional short walks around Paiju in preparation for the higher Baltoro Glacier.

Overnight: Paiju Camp

Elevation: ~3,400 m

Day 12 :

Paiju -> Khoburtse

Activity: Enter the spectacular Baltoro Glacier region, passing through the famous Trango Tower and Uli Biaho landscape.

Distance: Approximately 14–15 km

Walking Time: 5–7 hours

Overnight: Khoburtse Camp

Elevation: ~3,800 m

Day 13 :

Khoburtse -> Urdukas

Activity: A shorter but spectacular glacier day crossing glacial terrain and climbing toward the famous Urdukas campsite.

Distance: Approximately 6–7 km

Walking Time: 4–6 hours

Overnight: Urdukas Camp

Elevation: ~4,050 m

Day 14 :

Urdukas -> Goro II

Activity: Continue across the Baltoro Glacier with magnificent views of Masherbrum, Muztagh Tower, Cathedral Peaks, and surrounding Karakoram giants.

Distance: Approximately 11–12 km

Walking Time: 6–8 hours

Overnight: Goro II Camp

Elevation: ~4,250–4,300 m

Day 15 :

Goro II -> Concordia

Activity: One of the most spectacular days of the expedition, following the upper Baltoro Glacier toward Concordia, surrounded by the greatest peaks of the Karakoram.

Distance: Approximately 11–12 km

Walking Time: 5–7 hours

Overnight: Concordia Camp

Elevation: ~4,600–4,700 m

Day 16 :

Concordia -> Broad Peak Base Camp -> K2 Base Camp

Activity: An unforgettable high-altitude excursion trekking toward the Broad Peak and Godwin-Austen Glacier region, visiting Broad Peak Base Camp (~4,800 m), Gilkey Memorial, and K2 Base Camp (~5,150 m). Depending on weather, glacier conditions, and group strength, the expedition may camp at K2 Base Camp or return to Broad Peak Base Camp.

Walking: Approximately 20–24 km combined

Walking Time: 8–10 hours

Maximum Elevation: ~5,150 m

Overnight: K2 Base Camp / K2 expedition camp

Day 17 :

K2 Base Camp -> Concordia

Activity: Enjoy early morning views of K2 before beginning the return journey, retracing the Godwin-Austen Glacier toward Concordia.

Distance: Approximately 12–15 km

Walking Time: 5–7 hours

Overnight: Concordia Camp

Elevation: ~4,600–4,700 m

Day 18 :

Concordia -> Shagring / Upper Baltoro

Activity: Leave the main K2 route and continue toward the increasingly remote Gasherbrum region.

Distance: Approximately 7–10 km

Walking Time: 4–6 hours

Overnight: Shagring / Upper Baltoro Camp

Elevation: ~4,600–4,800 m

Day 19 :

Gasherbrum I & II Base Camps

Activity: Full expedition day toward the Gasherbrum Base Camp area, visiting the base camps of Gasherbrum I (8,080 m) and Gasherbrum II (8,035 m). The exact camping point and route may change according to glacier conditions and the current expedition trail.

Walking: Approximately 12–16 km

Walking Time: 7–9 hours

Overnight: Gasherbrum Base Camp area

Elevation: Approximately 5,000 m

Day 20 :

Gasherbrum Region -> Concordia

Activity: Return toward Concordia for an important recovery day after visiting the Gasherbrum base camps.

Walking Time: Approximately 6–8 hours

Overnight: Concordia Camp

Meals: Full board

Day 21 :

Concordia -> Ali Camp

Activity: Begin the route toward Gondogoro La as the landscape changes, approaching the Vigne Glacier and the Gondogoro Pass route. Crampons, harnesses, helmets, and glacier equipment are checked and prepared.

Distance: Approximately 10–12 km

Walking Time: 5–7 hours

Overnight: Ali Camp

Elevation: ~5,000 m

Day 22 :

Ali Camp -> Gondogoro La -> Khuispang

Activity: An early alpine start climbing toward Gondogoro La (~5,585 m, highest point ~5,700 m) with spectacular views of K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, Gasherbrum II, Laila Peak, Trinity Peak, and Chogolisa. The descent on the Hushe side uses fixed ropes where required. (Attempted only when conditions are considered safe by the expedition leader).

Walking Time: Approximately 8–10 hours

Highest Point: ~5,700 m

Overnight: Khuispang Camp (~4,600 m)

Day 23 :

Khuspang

Activity: Rest day in Khuspang for recovery or security day to cross the pass.

Overnight: Khuispang Camp

Day 24 :

Khuispang -> Saicho

Activity: Descend through the Gondogoro Valley toward lower elevations as the landscape changes dramatically from glacier and moraine to green alpine terrain.

Walking Time: 5–7 hours

Overnight: Saicho Camp

Elevation: ~3,350 m

Day 25 :

Saicho -> Hushe -> Skardu

Activity: Final trekking stage through the beautiful Hushe Valley, meeting vehicles in Hushe and driving toward Skardu to enjoy a hot shower, comfortable bed, and recovery dinner marking the end of the Karakoram section.

Trek: Approximately 3–5 hours

Drive: Approximately 4–6 hours

Overnight: Skardu Hotel

Meals: Full board

Day 26 :

Rest & Contingency Day in Skardu

Activity: A full recovery day with optional activities including visiting Skardu Bazaar, Kharpocho Fort, or local villages, plus equipment drying, laundry, massage/relaxation, and essential contingency time for weather or route delays.

Overnight: Skardu Hotel

Day 27 :

Fly from Skardu -> Islamabad

Activity: Airport drop and 1-hour flight to Islamabad, transfer to hotel for afternoon rest and meals.

Overnight: Islamabad Hotel

Day 28 :

Islamabad

Activity: Rest day in Islamabad or security day for domestic flight to Islamabad from Skardu.

Overnight: Islamabad Hotel

Meals: Hotel meals included

Day 29 :

Departure