Journal

Field notes from the Karakoram.

The Best Time to Visit K2 Base CampMountaineering

The Best Time to Visit K2 Base Camp

A month-by-month field guide to weather, snow and light on the Baltoro.

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A Complete Guide to the Baltoro GlacierTrekking

A Complete Guide to the Baltoro Glacier

Sixty-two kilometres of ice, memory and history — how to walk it well.

12 minRead
How Difficult is Gondogoro La, Really?Trekking

How Difficult is Gondogoro La, Really?

Fixed ropes, dawn starts and 5,585 metres of raw Karakoram.

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The Karakoram Packing List We Actually UseGuide

The Karakoram Packing List We Actually Use

The exact kit our guides carry — from base camp to summit day.

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Twelve Travel Tips for First-Time VisitorsTravel

Twelve Travel Tips for First-Time Visitors

Cash, connectivity, courtesy and the small things that matter.

6 minRead
Pakistan Safety Guide for Mountain TravellersSafety

Pakistan Safety Guide for Mountain Travellers

What we do, what you should know and how to travel confidently.

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