Gasherbrum II (G2), Pakistan
2010 & 2011
Journey to the heart of the spectacular Baltoro region of the Karakoram Mountains as we climb Gasherbrum II. The 13th highest mountain in the world at 8,034 meters (26,362'), this mountain is a classic high-altitude expedition and perfectly suited for people looking to climb an 8,000 meter peak for the 1st time.

Dates
June 13 - August 7, 2010 (8 weeks)
June 12 - August 6, 2011 (8 weeks)

Included:
• Accommodation in Islamabad and Skardu prior to the climb (6 nights)
• All transportation from Islamabad and return
• All Guiding and organization services by IFMGA Mountain guides and assistants
• All food while on the mountain
• All accommodation in tents while on the mountain
• Base Camp facilities including cook, staff and dining tent while at Base Camp
• All Porter support on approach and on the mountain
• All permit and park fees, liaison officer and interpreter
• Use of Satellite Phone at all camps

Not Included:

• Meals in the cities and while not on the mountain
• Personal clothing, footwear and equipment - see Gear List for details
• Medical travel and rescue insurance - Required (*)
• International air tickets
• Visa for Pakistan
• Airport departure tax
• Telephone charges
• Alcoholic beverages and items of a purely personal nature
• Any excess baggage fees
• Any fees or charges as a result of delays or changes to the itinerary
• Costs associated with early departure before expedition ends
• Accommodations in Islamabad after the climb is over
• Gratuities for guides, porters and staff
  
  * Emergency Travel Insurance
  All participants are required to obtain Emergency Travel, Medical and Trip Cancellation insurance. We recommend Ingle International Insurance, for details please visit their site here.
  

Prerequisites
While this is a perfect mountain to consider as your first or second 8,000 meter high altitude climb, climbers considering joining our Expedition to Gasherbrum II should be in very good to excellent physical condition; have had previous experience climbing to over 6,000 meters (Aconcagua, Mount Logan, Denali, etc); have considerable mountaineering experience, including traveling on glaciers; and, be prepared to commit to traveling and living in a challenging environment for a prolonged period of time.

All team members will be required to have a medical exam and submit a medical form signed by their physician indicating that they are in suitable physical and medical condition for this climb.

If you are interested in joining our team on this climb, please contact our office directly to discuss the climb and the prerequisites with our Guiding staff.

Location
This climb of Gasherbrum II (G2) is in the renowned Baltoro Region of the Pakistani Karakoram Mountains. These are some of the highest mountains in the world, spanning Pakistan, China and India.

The Baltoro Glacier flows down from K2, the worlds 2nd highest mountain, and the region is home to 4 of the worlds 8,000 meter peaks - K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum 1 and Gasherbrum 2. Numerous other 7,000 meter peaks fill the landscape, as well as many notable rock spires and towers such as the Shipton Spire and the Trango Towers.

Guiding Staff
This climb will be lead by our IFMGA Mountain Guide John Furneaux, High Altitude Guide on our 2008 Mount Everest expedition, 2009 Gasherbrum 2 Expedition, 2007 Cho Oyu Expedition, Mount Elbrus and Mount Logan.

Itinerary
The total length of the Climbing Expedition to Gasherbrum II will be 54 days return from Islamabad.

Equipment
Click on this Gear List for a complete listing of all the required equipment.

Logistics
Everyone is responsible for getting to Islamabad, Pakistan on (or before) June 12th, 2010. The team will meet on June 13th in Islamabad and begin preparing for the trip. From this point onwards all aspects of the trip regarding travel, food and accommodation are taken care of (except meals in Islamabad).

Participants should contact their travel agents to enquire about obtaining Pakistani visa requirements for travel in Pakistan.

A fully detailed package of information will be sent to you upon booking for this trip. Feel free to contact us directly in advance for more information.