k2 basecamp

pakistan

june 2027

16 days deep in the Karakoram with Lachie and a small crew of 10

Trek beneath some of the biggest mountains on Earth, spend a night at K2 Base Camp, cross glaciers, learn real mountain skills and finish by crossing the 5,585m Gondogoro La with a mad crew

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

There are mountains.

And then there’s K2

Hidden deep inside Pakistan’s Karakoram, K2 rises 8,611 metres above one of the wildest mountain landscapes on Earth.

Getting there means trekking through valleys, glaciers and high-altitude terrain for days before eventually arriving beneath the second-highest mountain in the world.

It’s remote.

It’s massive.

And it’s the kind of place very few people will ever experience for themselves.

For 16 days in June 2027, we’re going there.

Not to stand on a viewpoint for ten minutes. To actually live in the mountains.

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Instead of joining a huge organised tour with a random group of people, you’ll be travelling with a small crew of young adventurers hosted by Lachie Porter.

The serious stuff — permits, logistics, food, transport, porters and local mountain support — is handled.

That leaves us to actually enjoy being there.

We’ll trek through the Karakoram, learn glacier and crampon skills, cross high-altitude terrain, camp in some ridiculous locations, take photos, make content and spend 16 days doing something genuinely unforgettable.

Expect hard days.

Expect cold mornings.

Expect a lot of laughs.

And expect to come home with some very good stories.

This trip is built differently.

WHAT THE 16 DAYS LOOK LIKE →

Sixteen days you’re not forgetting.

  • SLEEP AT K2 BASE CAMP

    Spend a night at approximately 5,150m beneath one of the most legendary mountains on Earth.

  • CROSS GONDOGORO LA

    Climb to approximately 5,585m and cross one of the most spectacular high passes in the Karakoram.

  • MOVE THROUGH GLACIAL TERRAIN

    Experience the Karakoram up close and learn techniques for travelling safely through glacier environments.

  • LEARN REAL MOUNTAIN SKILLS

    Get experience using crampons and moving through more technical high-altitude terrain.

  • LIVE REMOTELY

    Hotels disappear. Roads disappear. Eventually it’s just our crew, tents, mountains and one of the wildest landscapes on Earth.

  • COME HOME WITH THE PHOTOS

    Lachie will photograph the adventure throughout the trip and participants will receive images from the experience.

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THE 16-DAY ITINERARY

Optional 22 Day itinerary from Islamabad

DAY 02

WE HEAD INTO THE KARAKOROM STARTING OUR HIKE AT 3200m

DAY 03-10

HIKING AND CAMPING ALONG GLACIERS AND MOUNTAIN TERRAIN

DAY 01

MEET IN SKARDU
GET READY TO GO
DEEP INTO THE MOUNTAINS

K2 BASE CAMP

ONE NIGHT BENEATH K2 AT APPROXIMATELY 5,150M

GONDOGORO LA

HIGH POINT OF APPROXIMATLY 5,585M

FINAL DAYS

DESCEND FROM THE MOUNTAINS AND RETURN TO SKARDU

SEE FULL ITINERARY

  • Accommodation

    • Hotel accommodation in Skardu

    • Camping accommodation throughout the trek

    • Sleeping tents

    • Mattresses/foam sleeping mats

    • Dining and kitchen tents

    • Toilet and shower facilities at camp where available

    Transport

    • Airport/arrival transfer in Skardu

    • 4WD jeep transport from Skardu → Askole

    • 4WD jeep transport from Hushe → Skardu

    • Transportation for trekking staff and equipment

    Trekking Team

    • Experienced English-speaking local guide

    • Assistant guides

    • Cook and kitchen staff

    • Porters for group equipment and luggage

    • Porter/Sirdar support

    • Trekking crew wages and equipment

    Food & Water

    • Breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the trek

    • Trekking meals

    • Pakistani, Chinese, Continental and Italian-style meals

    • Fresh fruit where available

    • Tea and other beverages

    • Cooking equipment and fuel

    Trekking Equipment

    • Tent and sleeping mattress

    • Kitchen equipment

    • Dining equipment

    • Cooking stoves

    • Camping lighting

    • High-camp equipment

    • Ropes/fixed-rope equipment required for the Gondogoro La crossing, subject to local conditions

    Permits & Fees

    • Trekking permit

    • Central Karakoram National Park (CKNP) fees

    • Camping fees

    • Bridge crossing fees

    • Local government/trekking documentation

    • Required local guide and trekking staff permits/fees

    The original operator specifically lists trekking permits, CKNP fees, camping fees, bridge fees, guide wages/equipment and documentation among its inclusions. 

    Baggadge

    • Up to 25kg of baggage per person transported as part of the package.age

  • Flights & Travel

    • International flights to/from Pakistan

    • Flights to Skardu

    • Domestic flights outside the agreed Skardu–Skardu package

    • Airport taxes

    • Pakistani visa fees

    Personal Gear

    • Trekking boots

    • Crampons compatible with your boots

    • Sleeping bag

    • Trekking poles

    • Personal clothing

    • Backpack/daypack

    • Headlamp

    • Personal technical equipment

    • Personal climbing/mountaineering equipment

    Insurance & Emergencies

    • Travel insurance

    • High-altitude trekking insurance

    • Medical expenses

    • Emergency evacuation

    • Helicopter evacuation

    • Cancellation insurance

    The operator specifically recommends appropriate travel/health insurance and notes that evacuation and medical expenses are not covered by them. 

    Personal Expenses

    • Tips for guides, porters and drivers

    • Laundry

    • Personal phone/SIM costs

    • Satellite phone calls

    • Personal purchases

    • Soft drinks and additional drinks outside the included meals

    • Any additional hotel nights

    • Costs caused by delays, road closures or other unforeseen circumstances

    Excess Baggage

    • Porter charges for baggage over the included allowance.

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FITNESS — Moderate to Challenging

TREKKING EXPERIENCE — Helpful

MOUNTAINEERING EXPERIENCE — Not Required

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE — Approx 5,585m

IS THIS FOR YOU?

This is a real high-altitude trek.

You’ll be hiking repeatedly over multiple days, sleeping at altitude and travelling through remote mountain environments.

You should already be active and comfortable hiking before joining.

Overnight hiking experience is extremely helpful, although previous major expedition or mountaineering experience is not required.

You do not need to arrive knowing how to use crampons or having extensive glacier experience.

The local mountain team will support the group, and relevant mountain skills will be introduced and taught during the trip.

Porters handle the heavy loads, so you won’t be carrying a huge expedition pack for the entire route.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Because going overseas with Lachie is a mad time

  • This is a challenging high-altitude trek designed for fit and adventurous people. You’ll be trekking for multiple days at altitude, over rocky terrain and glaciers, with long days on your feet. You should be comfortable hiking for several hours a day and training beforehand is recommended.

  • Previous high-altitude experience is not essential. What matters most is being physically prepared, mentally resilient and willing to push yourself. You’ll also have experienced local guides supporting the group throughout the trek.

  • Yes, me and our local guiding company will help you with the e-visa process

  • High-altitude trekking is unpredictable, and your safety comes first. If you're unable to continue because of altitude, injury, illness or other safety concerns, the local guides will make the appropriate decision based on the conditions. There is no guarantee that every participant will reach Base Camp or any optional high point.

  • You’ll need trekking gear suitable for cold, remote and variable conditions. A full recommended packing list will be provided before the trip.

    IMPORTANT: Crampon-compatible mountaineering boots and crampons are REQUIRED. We will be traversing glaciers . These are essential for safety and cannot be substituted with standard hiking boots.

  • I Visited northern Pakistan last year and felt extremely safe

    For our mountain trekking you’ll be supported by experienced local guides who know the region, the terrain and the conditions. We’ll also keep the group small, allowing the guides to closely monitor everyone throughout the trek.

    This is an adventure, not a holiday. Conditions can change quickly, and reaching K2 Base Camp is never guaranteed. If weather, altitude, injury or any other factor makes continuing unsafe, the guides will make the appropriate decision to protect the group.

  • To get to Skardu you will fly into Islamabad the capital of Pakistan and then catch a domestic flight to Skardu on one of the worlds most scenic journeys. Please contact me if you’d like to me to organise accommodation and your domestic flight from Islamabad airport to Skardu. I’d be more than happy to join also :)

  • YES! travel insurance is mandatory and must have high altitude trekking cover up to at least 5,600m. This is non-negotiable. Please make sure you're covered before joining the trip.

  • Send me a message on Instagram and I'll help you work out whether the K2 Base Camp trek is right for you.