K12 Peak Expedition
The K12 Peak Expedition is a daring expedition into the heart of the Karakoram Mountains in Gilgit-Baltistan, near Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan. K12 Peak, at an astonishing 7,428 meters (about 24,370 feet), is both a demanding task and a tribute to nature's magnificence.
Trip Highlights
Highlights
- Competitive pricing for a seven thousander summit in Pakistan's untamed mountains
- Field office and permanent personnel for logistics to and from the mountain
- Itinerary based on our mountain guide's indigenous knowledge and extensive experience
- Stunning mountain views during the expedition
- Silkroad Guides is a fully authorized indigenous adventure company.
- Our Pakistani high-altitude climber (s) (HAC) generally guides fixed departures.
- Private groups are always a key priority for us.
- We provide guided adventures as well as non-guided (alpine style) climbing.
- We provide "base camp services" as well as "full board services."
- Nepalese Sherpas are accessible on short notice (at least 6 months before arriving in Pakistan).
- The following are examples: High Altitude Support is provided at an additional cost.
a. Pakistani High Altitude Porter (HAP) - Will transport personal equipment weighing up to 20 kg between camps.
b. Nepalese Private Sherpa (personal guide/porter) - Carries up to 20 kg (44 lbs) of your personal kit, climbs with you, melts water, cooks, and will be with you at all times.
c. Personal equipment transportation – Sherpas transport up to 10kg (22 lbs) of personal equipment up and down the mountain between camps.
Holiday Overview
K12 mountain, the world's 61st highest mountain and Pakistan's 24th highest is located in the Saltoro Muztagh, a Karakoram Mountains sub-range. Within the mystical Siachen Glacier region, this spectacular summit is located along the Line of Control between Pakistan and India. Despite the military presence in the area, daring mountaineers have attempted to conquer this peak, with the first successful ascent taking place in 1971 as part of a Japanese Expedition led by climbers Shinichi Takagi and Tsutomu, whose courage and tenacity continue to inspire.
K12 Peak is located in the Saltoro Muztagh, a sub-range of the Karakorum Mountains that overlooks the Siachen Glacier in Jammu and Kashmir. This subrange is distinguished by four towering peaks, each of which exceeds 7,000 meters in elevation, and serves as the heart of the Karakoram Mountains. The natural wonder that is the Karakoram Mountain Range stretches between Pakistan and China, holding some of the world's most storied peaks, including the famed K2. This range, which is approximately 500 kilometers long and 200 km wide, forms a key link with the Hindukush and Himalaya Mountains at several spots. This region is notable for passing through three different countries: India, Pakistan, and China, adding to its geopolitical significance.
The K12 Peak Expedition offers an enthralling trek over Pakistan's Karakoram Mountains, revealing spectacular views of enormous gray-backed peaks and colossal glaciers that are among the largest and tallest on the planet. The adventure begins at Askole, a trailhead accessible via the Skardu district and the closest town to these amazing mountains.
This adventure is more than just a mountaineering challenge; it's also an opportunity to connect with the raw grandeur of the Karakoram and make unforgettable memories. Join us as we journey into the heart of this majestic mountain range in search of K12 Peak, a symbol of human perseverance set against the backdrop of the world's most awe-inspiring mountains.
