K2 Expedition
K2 Expedition
Duration
40 days
Tour Type
Expedition
K2 Expedition
Duration
40 days
Tour Type
Expedition
K2 or Mount Godwin-Austen, also known as Chogho Ree among the locals and Savage Mountain among foreign climbers, is the second-highest mountain peak in the world after Mount Everest, with a height of 8611 meters from the sea level. This grand peak is situated on the border of China and Pakistan in the Karakoram Range. The first successful summit of K2 was made in 1954 by Lino Lacedelli and Achille Campagnoni who belonged to an Italian team led by Ardito Desio. According to Wikipedia, overall, 377 people had summited K2 till February 2021. If we compare K2 with Mount Everest, K2 is relatively harder to summit than Mount Everest because of its technical difficulties hard challenges and risk factors. That’s why, K2 has climbed less frequently than Mount Everest. K2 has routes from Pakistan as well as from China. Typically, the most commonly used routes to summit K2 are the Abruzzi Spur from the Pakistani side and the North Ridge on the Chinese side. Climbers often prefer the summer season to summit K2 when weather conditions are relatively more stable than that of winter. Overall, it takes about 50 days from Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan to summit K2 and return. K2 is well known for its harsh weather, which changes rapidly and creates big challenges for climbers. Its steep and technical slope, with high risks of unpredictable avalanches, makes it even harder. The high-altitude environment increases the risk of altitude sickness and frostbite. K2 is considered one of the most difficult peaks to climb. The K2 Expedition is a significant challenge for mountaineers, which requires not only physical power but also strategic planning and thinking capabilities. Despite the risks, the will to conquer this challenging peak continues to attract adventurers from around the world.
1. Flight from Islamabad to Skardu and Skardu to Islamabad.
2. Drive by Jeep Skardu to Askoli and return Askoli to Skardu.
3. Porters/ Mule to carry luggage where the jeep cannot reach.
4. Pick and drop from the airport to the Hotel and vice versa.
5. 2 nights stay at 3*/4* Hotel in Islamabad (bed & breakfast).
6. Welcome Dinner will be served restaurant in Islamabad.
7. Royalty and permit from the Pakistan Government for the expedition.
8. Porters carry up to 60 Kg of personal baggage.
9. 3 meals a day along with comfortable accommodation in a hotel/ lodge/ tents.
10. All Necessary Camping equipment.
11. At Base Camp a mattress and pillow per individual, a dining tent, a kitchen tent, a communication tent, a Toilet, a staff tent, a tent for Pakistani base camp staff, store tents, tables and chairs and all necessary cooking gear.
12. Experienced and well-trained Cook & Kitchen Helpers.
13. Twins sharing Tents for members.
14. Heating system in the dining tent and other necessary tents.
15. Solar panel/ electricity generator.
16. Medical and first aid kit.
17. Professional and experienced Tour guide.
18. Taxes and fees required for necessary tools.
19. Farewell dinner.
1. Airfare for international flights.
2. Pakistan visa fee.
3. Sleeping bags, Oxygen masks and personal climbing equipment.
4. Minibars will not be provided while staying in hotels or while travelling.
5. Distinct Items for an individual which we provide collectively like rooms are provided for two members. Extra charges may apply.
6. Group climbing gear (rope, ice crew, snow bar, EPI gas, cooking pots and others)
7. Insurance policy for mountain climbing rescue and evacuation which is mandatory.
8. Lodging and meals and after base camp
9. Meals in Islamabad other than breakfast.
10. All costs arising from the necessity of an early conclusion or summit attempt (additional hotel nights, hotel meals, and evacuation expenses).
11. Costs resulting from unforeseeable delays beyond our company’s control (Force majeure).
12. Phone, fax, email or any personal communication from Pakistan to the home country.
Note: We suggest you give some tips or bonuses to our staff to appreciate them.
1. Flight from Islamabad to Skardu and Skardu to Islamabad.
2. Drive by Jeep Skardu to Askoli and return Askoli to Skardu.
3. Porters/ Mule to carry luggage where the jeep cannot reach.
4. Pick and drop from the airport to the Hotel and vice versa.
5. 2 nights stay at 3*/4* Hotel in Islamabad (bed & breakfast).
6. Welcome Dinner will be served restaurant in Islamabad.
7. Payment of all Government taxes in Pakistan.
8. Royalty and permit from the Pakistan Government for the expedition.
9. Porters carry up to 60 Kg of personal baggage.
10. 3 meals a day along with comfortable accommodation in a hotel/ lodge/ tents.
11. All Necessary equipment for Camping during the trek.
12. Experienced and well-trained Cook & Kitchen Helpers.
13. Twin sharing rooms and tents for members.
14. At Base Camp a mattress and pillow per individual, a dining tent, a kitchen tent, a communication tent, a Toilet, a staff tent, a tent for Pakistani base camp staff, store tents, tables and chairs and all necessary cooking gear.
15. Heating system in the dining tent and other necessary tents.
16. Solar panel/ electricity generator.
17. 1 Pakistani climbing guide for every member at high altitude.
18. 2 oxygen bottles of 4 litres initially and more on-demand with extra cost.
19. Oxygen masks.
20. High camp services include High Altitude Tents, cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, all climbing and cooking crew, group climbing gears, and fixed and dynamic rope.
21. Satellite Phone for emergency communication available with appropriate charge.
22. Communication from base camp to mountain and vice versa through walkie-talkie.
23. Satellite Phone/walkie-talkie permission.
24. Medical and first aid kit.
25. Certificates will be issued after climbing by the Pakistani Alpine Club.
1. Early Bird Discount:
The given prices are the discount offers for holidays and are limited. These prices may be changed accordingly. The local services providers and airlines as well as hotels increase prices in the season. So early reservation cost us less price.
2. Limited Space in Peak Months:
The peak months of the year attract a great amount of national and international tourists and hence sold out earlier. We will have a maximum of 15 travellers in one group. Our registration is on a first come first serve basis.
3. Limited Flight Seats:
We use the deposit to book your domestic flight in advance because domestic flight seats for the Himalayas and the Karakoram sell out very quickly in the peak season. Another reason is that there are only two flights in a day.
4. Pay Balance after arrival in Pakistan:
You may have concerns regarding paying your final balance. According to our policy, we receive your final balance only once you arrive in Pakistan. Deposit is the only Payment before arriving in Pakistan.
5. Pay Minimum Deposit:
The advance payment for the holidays also incorporates early bird discounts and may change automatically based on the late deposit schedule. The same dates in the schedule will be applicable for the next season's deposit as well.
The advance deposit for Pakistani Nationals is PKR 100,000 or 30 % of the total price whichever is greater. The deposit amount is nonrefundable.
•For Extra Stays at base camp, extra charges will be charged.
01-04 pax US $ 130/. Per person per day
04-06 pax US $ 100/. Per person per day
06-08 pax US $ 90/. Per person per day
• If Government of Pakistan demands for any fee or new condition ensuing extra, the same will be charged in
addition to normal Package offer.
• Reservations and Advance Payments:
For the confirmation of your reservation, you have to pay
your advance into our account 50 days before the arrival of the group/ client in Pakistan. The rest of amount
will be received once you arrived in Pakistan.
• Mountain Tigers Treks and tours
reserves the right to deduct, in respect of hotel reservation,
confirmation of airline ticket, documentation and other necessary works which are being done before the arrival
of client.
• 25% of the total amount will be deducted in case of cancellation in less than 15 days before the arrival date. If cancellation is made in less than 30 days, 10% of the amount will be deducted as in shape of paper works. Mountain Tigers trek and tours reserves this right.
• Anyone deciding to abandon after arrival, or may want to leave the trip during the expedition or tour, due to health issue or any other issue, will not be eligible for any refund. The same policy is applicable in case of entire group. If the group abandons or completes the trip early than the itinerary. No money will be refunded.
The deposited amount is non-refundable once it is paid. Because this amount will be spent in making all the arrangements. This deposited amount is also nonrefundable in case of Pakistani clients.
• Balance: Only pay the balance on the first day after arrival in Pakistan according to the Payment guidelines which will be shared later.
• Currency: International clients have the option to pay in US Dollar (USD). Or they may also pay in Euros (EUR) or Pound Sterling (GBP). Pakistani clients have the option to pay the equivalent amount in Pakistani Rupees (PKR).
• Single Supplement: Separate rooms will cost extra charge of 290 USD. This includes all hotel nights.
For separate tents, it will cost the extra charge of 180 USD including additional porterage cost. Both the payments must be made with the balance upon arrival
Mountain tiger treks and tour endeavors to ensure comfort and safety during tours. However, the company is not liable for injury, damage, death, loss, accidents, delays, public disturbances, or any other unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control.
