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Mountains & volcanoes
K2
Skardu, Pakistan
K2, also known as Mount Godwin-Austen, stands at 8,611 meters, making it the second-highest peak in the world. Nestled in the Karakoram range on the border between Pakistan and China, it is notorious for its treacherous climbing conditions, earning the moniker 'Savage Mountain.' The journey to its base camp is a trek from Skardu, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and valleys.
Good to know
- Tickets
- Book ahead
- Crowds
- Usually quiet
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- Getting there
- Best as a day trip
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