Day 1

Arrival in Islamabad
Arrive early morning in Islamabad. After airport transfer, the day is spent on equipment checks, expedition briefings, and meeting the team. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2

Fly from Islamabad to Skardu
Take a spectacular fixed-wing flight to Skardu, weather permitting. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and enjoy time exploring the town or relaxing in the hotel gardens overlooking the Indus River.

Day 3

Rest & Preparation Day in Skardu
A full rest day to organize equipment, finalize supplies, and prepare for the journey into the Karakoram. This day also serves as acclimatization and contingency for possible flight delays.

Day 4

Drive to Jhola / Paiju Camp
Travel by jeep from Skardu toward Jhola or Paiju Camp, following the Braldu River into the heart of the Karakoram. Overnight at camp.

Day 5

Rest Day at Paiju (3,305 m)
A rest and acclimatization day at Paiju. Climbers can explore the surrounding area, hydrate well, and prepare for glacier travel ahead.

Day 6

Trek to Urdukas (4,130 m)
Begin trekking across glacial terrain toward Urdukas, one of the most scenic camps on the Baltoro Glacier. Stunning views of granite towers surround the campsite.

Day 7

Trek to Goro II (4,250 m)
Continue trekking along the Baltoro Glacier, passing dramatic ice formations. Overnight at Goro II, a high glacial camp.

Day 8

Trek to Concordia (4,600 m)
A highlight of the trek, today’s journey leads to Concordia, often called the “Throne Room of the Mountain Gods,” with panoramic views of K2, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrum peaks.

Day 9

Trek to K2 Base Camp (5,650 m)
Arrive at the legendary K2 Base Camp, located beneath the south face of the world’s second-highest mountain. Settle into camp and begin final preparations.

Day 10 - 15

Rest, Training & Acclimatization at Base Camp
These days are spent resting, organizing equipment, and conducting short hikes and technical training. Climbers practice fixed-rope techniques and begin acclimatization. During this period, the support team starts fixing the route and establishing higher camps.

Day 16 - 42

Climbing Period
The main climbing phase includes multiple acclimatization rotations to Camps I, II, and III. High camps are established, routes are fixed, and weather windows are closely monitored. When conditions are favorable, the summit attempt of K2 (8,611 m) is made.

Day 43

Begin Descent to Goro II
After completing the summit phase, organize equipment and begin the descent from Base Camp toward Goro II.

Day 44

Trek from Goro II to Urdukas
Continue descending across the Baltoro Glacier, returning to Urdukas for overnight camp.

Day 45

Trek Back to Paiju
Retrace the route back toward Paiju Camp, gradually returning to lower altitude and greener landscapes.

Day 46

Trek from Urdukas to Paiju.

Day 47

Fly from Skardu to Islamabad
Return to Skardu and take a flight back to Islamabad. Transfer to the hotel for rest and relaxation.

Day 48

Final Departure
Depart Islamabad for your home country, marking the end of the K2 Expedition.

Day 48+

Contingency Days
Additional buffer days are included to account for delays caused by weather, route conditions, or flight schedules.

•  All airport-hotel – airport transport 
• 3 nights accommodations in Islamabad with breakfast
• All transportation in Pakistan, including round-trip flights from Islamabad to Skardu & Skardu to Islamabad. In the event these flights are cancelled we will usually wait a few days for another flight before making the 2 day journey by bus to Skardu
• Internet access & satellite phones in base camp. Satellite phone is available at $3 per minute
• Professional weather forecasting services from USA & European based meteorologists
• Sherpa, porters, liaison officer, camp staff and guides
• All administration fees owed to Islamabad, including climbing permits
• Climbing permit fee.
• Necessary number of porters/yak to carry load to & from base camp 
• Equipment allowance and insurance of Liaison officer 
• Personal climbing Sherpa with wages/equipment allowance/ insurance/high camps load ferry bonus 
• Cook and cook boys with their equipment allowance, wages and insurance
• Best quality tents at Base camp with sleeping mattresses
• Best quality dinning tent with heater at Base Camp
• All necessary kitchen & camping equipment at base camp and camp 2 along with table/chairs.
• Shower facility at base camp
• Fresh and organic food and beverages at Base Camp and imported quality high altitude food (individual packet) 
• Enough numbers of EPI gases with burner for high camps
• Walkie-talkie and permit fee
• Satellite phone for the emergency purpose (Personal call $ 3 per minutes)
• Solar panel/Generator with accessories at base camp for recharging & power supply
• Necessary climbing hardware gears with fixed ropes except the personal gears
• Required Oxygen bottles with mask and regulator.
• Insurance of local team members
• Rope fixing fee
• Tented accommodation and meal at in/out to base camp

•  International round-trip airfare
•  Major meals in
•  Personal climbing equipment
•  Insurance, should include evacuation
•  Alcoholic beverages and bottled drinks
•  All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fees, transport, extra hotel nights, etc.)
•  Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail) between Pakistan and home country
• Sherpa summit bonus ($1000).