Pastore Peak Expedition (6,209 m)
The Pastore Peak Expedition is a 24-day climb of Pastore Peak (6,209 m), a snow summit on the Baltoro Glacier with views of K2, Broad Peak and the Gasherbrums, and an ideal introduction to Karakoram mountaineering.
- Duration24 Days
- DifficultyModerate to hard
- Summit6,209 m
- Best SeasonJune – August
- Base Campapprox. 4,700 m
Your First Summit in the Karakoram
Pastore Peak (6,209 m) rises from the Baltoro Glacier between Urdukas and Concordia, in the heart of the Karakoram. Its snow slopes are not technical, yet the summit view takes in K2, Broad Peak, the Gasherbrums, Masherbrum and the Trango Towers.
The Pastore Peak Expedition follows the classic Baltoro trek from Askole, climbs Pastore Peak from a base camp on the glacier, and then continues to Concordia for views of K2. It is a great introduction to Karakoram mountaineering for climbers with basic glacier skills.
Trip Highlights
- Climb Pastore Peak (6,209 m) on the Baltoro Glacier
- Summit views of K2, Broad Peak and the Gasherbrums
- Classic Baltoro trek past the Trango Towers
- Continue to Concordia after the climb
- Peak permit, liaison officer and briefings arranged by TGA
- Experienced climbing guide available on request
Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Islamabad
Our team meets you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel. Gear check and welcome dinner.
Overnight: HotelDay 2–3Briefing and fly to Skardu
Expedition briefing in Islamabad, then fly to Skardu (or drive the Karakoram Highway if flights are cancelled).
Overnight: HotelDay 4Jeep to Askole (approx. 3,000 m)
About 7 hours by 4x4 jeep to Askole, the last village.
Overnight: CampDay 5–9Approach trek on the Baltoro Glacier
Trek via Jhola, Paiju (with a rest day) and Urdukas to Pastore Peak Base Camp (approx. 4,700 m).
Overnight: CampDay 10–17Acclimatisation and summit push
Glacier training, a rotation to Camp 1 and a summit attempt on the snow slopes of Pastore Peak.
Overnight: CampDay 18–19Concordia
Walk to Concordia (approx. 4,600 m) for views of K2 and Broad Peak.
Overnight: CampDay 20–21Trek out
Walk back down the Baltoro Glacier to Askole.
Overnight: CampDay 22Jeep to Skardu
Drive back to Skardu for a hot shower.
Overnight: HotelDay 23Fly to Islamabad
Flight to Islamabad and debriefing at the Ministry of Tourism. Celebration dinner.
Overnight: HotelDay 24Depart
Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your flight home.
Overnight: —Expedition schedules depend on weather, snow conditions and acclimatisation. Summit decisions are always made with safety first.
What's Included
Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in Islamabad
- Hotels in Islamabad and Skardu
- Domestic flights Islamabad–Skardu–Islamabad, or road transport if flights are cancelled
- 4x4 jeeps Skardu–Askole and back
- Restricted-zone trekking permit for the Baltoro
- Peak royalty, climbing permit and liaison officer fees
- Base camp services: dining, kitchen, toilet and shower tents, cook and kitchen staff
- All meals on the approach trek and at base camp
- Porters to carry expedition and personal gear to base camp and back
- Experienced expedition manager and English-speaking guide on the approach
- Satellite phone at base camp for emergencies
- Letter of invitation (LOI) for your Pakistan visa
Not Included
- International flights to and from Pakistan
- Pakistan visa fee
- Rescue and high-altitude travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal climbing gear and clothing
- Personal climbing guide (available on request)
- Summit bonus and tips for staff
- Extra nights or costs caused by flight cancellations, landslides or early return
- Anything not listed under "Included"
Moments from the Trail
Why Choose the Pastore Peak Expedition?
The Pastore Peak Expedition combines a real summit with the classic Baltoro trek. It suits fit trekkers with some glacier and crampon experience who want to stand on a 6,000 m peak in the Karakoram.
You see the same giants as on our K2 Base Camp Trek, plus a summit of your own. After Pastore Peak, try Laila Peak or Spantik.
Before you travel, read our Pakistan visa guide and our advice on travel insurance; helicopter rescue cover is mandatory. Browse all our mountain expeditions in Pakistan.
Plan the rest of your trip
Good to Know
Experience
You should be a fit, experienced trekker with basic skills in crampons, ice axe and roped glacier travel. Our guide runs a refresher session at base camp.
Acclimatisation
The approach up the Baltoro gives good acclimatisation, and we add a rotation to Camp 1 before the summit.
Permits & Royalty
Every expedition needs a climbing permit from the Gilgit-Baltistan government, a peak royalty fee and, for most peaks, a liaison officer. Our team handles the application, briefing and debriefing in Islamabad or Skardu.
When to Go
June to August is the season for the Pastore Peak Expedition, with the most stable weather usually in July. Read our guide to the best time to visit Pakistan.
Reserve Your Place on the Expedition
Tell us your experience, your plans and your preferred season, and our team will send you a full logistics package and quote for Pastore Peak.
