The journey from Askoli to Concordia and K2 is an exciting and challenging adventure through the rugged and scenic Karakoram Range in northern Pakistan. Here is a brief description of how you can reach these destinations:
1. Starting from Askoli: Askoli is a small village located in the Skardu District of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. To begin your journey, you can travel to Skardu, either by road from Gilgit city or by a domestic flight from Islamabad. Skardu serves as the gateway to the Karakoram Range.
2. Skardu to Askoli: From Skardu, you will hire porters and guides to assist you in reaching Askoli, which is the last inhabited village before the trek to Concordia and K2. The approximately 70-kilometer jeep ride to Askoli takes around 7 to 8 hours on a rough mountainous road.
3. Trek to Concordia: From Askoli, your trek to Concordia begins. The trail takes you through beautiful valleys, across glacial moraines, and along roaring rivers. This part of the journey can take around 6 to 7 da