Gondogoro La & Concordia Circuit
Traverse the legendary 5,585m Gondogoro La pass connecting Concordia to the green Hushe Valley.
Operated directly from the Askole trailhead. Unrivaled mountain knowledge, high altitude safety protocols, and experienced Balti expedition teams.
Traverse the legendary 5,585m Gondogoro La pass connecting Concordia to the green Hushe Valley.
Trek the legendary Baltoro Glacier to Concordia and K2 Base Camp with native Askole mountain leaders.
Indus Trekking and Tours Pakistan is built on three decades of authentic ground operations. Hassan Askole began his career carrying loads on the stony trails of the Baltoro Glacier, working through every rank as porter, cook, guide, and expedition leader for international climbing teams on K2 and Broad Peak.
For the past fifteen years, based in Skardu, he has served as the key contractor (thekedar) supplying porters, cooks, and 4x4 jeep transport from Skardu to Askole for leading overseas trekking agencies. Askole village, situated in Shigar district at the edge of the Baltoro, is our home.
Porters and cooks recruited directly from Askole village with fair compensation, complete mountain gear, and hot rations.
Proprietary 4x4 jeep fleet ensuring dependable transfers between Skardu, Shigar, and the Askole trailhead.
Shigar District & Baltoro Glacier Trailhead
At Indus Trekking, our vision is to deliver authentic, world-class Karakoram expeditions rooted in thirty years of real ground leadership. Based in Skardu and the frontier village of Askole, we eliminate third-party intermediaries by managing our own high-altitude crews, base camp logistics, and 4x4 mountain transport.
Years Field Experience
K2 Base Camp Logistics
Native Askole Guides
Skardu Ground Fleet
Guides, cooks, and porters recruited directly from Askole village with unmatched knowledge of Baltoro glaciers and high passes.
Proprietary off-road vehicles managed in Skardu to guarantee seamless transfers to trailheads without subcontracting delays.
Equipped with Garmin InReach satellite communicators, high-altitude medical kits, and direct Askari Aviation emergency rescue liaison.
Enforced strict load limits, mountain gear distribution, medical coverage, and ethical compensation for all local mountain crews.
Explore the historic fortresses of Hunza, the alpine wildlife of Deosai Plains, and the royal heritage palaces of Baltistan with comfortable heritage stays.
Heritage royal palace stays, Cold Desert sand dunes, and 4x4 safaris across the Deosai Plains.
Immerse yourself in golden autumn foliage, royal fortresses, and Silk Road heritage across Hunza and Nagar.
From the colossal granite towers of Baltistan to the terraced valleys of Hunza along the Silk Road. Discover the dramatic geography of our homeland.
The dramatic northern face of Nanga Parbat (8,126m), the Killer Mountain, rising sheer for 4,500 meters above the Raikot Glacier. Fairy Meadows provides one of […]
Known as the Land of Giants, Deosai is the second highest alpine plateau in the world at an average elevation of 4,114 meters. In summer, […]
A breathtaking landscape of terraced apricot orchards, ancient forts, and towering granite spires. Framed by Rakaposhi, Ultar Sar, and Ladyfinger Peak, Hunza represents the rich […]
The crown jewel of world mountaineering. Home to four of the world fourteen eight-thousanders (K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, Gasherbrum II) and the greatest concentration […]
The dramatic northern face of Nanga Parbat (8,126m), the Killer Mountain, rising sheer for 4,500 meters above the Raikot Glacier. Fairy Meadows provides one of […]
Known as the Land of Giants, Deosai is the second highest alpine plateau in the world at an average elevation of 4,114 meters. In summer, […]
A breathtaking landscape of terraced apricot orchards, ancient forts, and towering granite spires. Framed by Rakaposhi, Ultar Sar, and Ladyfinger Peak, Hunza represents the rich […]
The crown jewel of world mountaineering. Home to four of the world fourteen eight-thousanders (K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, Gasherbrum II) and the greatest concentration […]
Real field reports from international mountaineers and cultural travelers guided across the Karakoram giants, Baltoro Glacier, and Himalayan valleys.
"A flawless journey across northern Pakistan. The private 4x4 mountain transport was immaculate, our guide had immense local knowledge, and the wilderness camping in Deosai under the starry dark sky was unforgettable."
"The level of ground competence shown by Hassan Askole and his mountain team is exceptional. Hot meals served in four-season dome tents at 5,000 meters, transparent logistics, and porters carrying loads with dignity. The only team to trust on the Baltoro Glacier."
"Our cultural tour of Hunza and the private 4x4 safari across Deosai National Park exceeded every expectation. The boutique heritage hotel selections and our guide in-depth historical knowledge were outstanding."
"Crossing Gondogoro La at sunrise with K2 and Broad Peak glowing pink is a memory that will stay with me forever. The fixed rope team from Indus Trekking made a demanding pass feel secure and structured. True mountain professionals."
"Hassan Askole and his team ran the smoothest expedition I have experienced in twenty years of Himalayan trekking. The food at 4,600m in Concordia was incredible, the porters were treated with genuine respect, and the safety protocols were top-tier. Booking directly with the local Askole team made all the difference."
"A flawless journey across northern Pakistan. The private 4x4 mountain transport was immaculate, our guide had immense local knowledge, and the wilderness camping in Deosai under the starry dark sky was unforgettable."
"The level of ground competence shown by Hassan Askole and his mountain team is exceptional. Hot meals served in four-season dome tents at 5,000 meters, transparent logistics, and porters carrying loads with dignity. The only team to trust on the Baltoro Glacier."
"Our cultural tour of Hunza and the private 4x4 safari across Deosai National Park exceeded every expectation. The boutique heritage hotel selections and our guide in-depth historical knowledge were outstanding."
"Crossing Gondogoro La at sunrise with K2 and Broad Peak glowing pink is a memory that will stay with me forever. The fixed rope team from Indus Trekking made a demanding pass feel secure and structured. True mountain professionals."
"Hassan Askole and his team ran the smoothest expedition I have experienced in twenty years of Himalayan trekking. The food at 4,600m in Concordia was incredible, the porters were treated with genuine respect, and the safety protocols were top-tier. Booking directly with the local Askole team made all the difference."
Direct supply chain from Skardu to Askole village. No middle agencies, 100% native Karakoram mountain staff, fair porter treatment, and thirty years of glacier route leadership.