We return in June 2025 to the Gasherbrums for our third expedition. Gasherbrum Two is one of the most achievable 8000 meter summits, being the 13th highest of the 14 8000 meter peaks, with Shishapangma being the 14th and a difficult climb to reach the true summit.  Secondly, Gasherbrum Two lacks the steeper slopes that other 8000 meter peaks have, and it also doesn’t have technical or mixed climbing on the southwest ridge, our route of choice. Finally, summit rates on the peak are quite good even in marginal weather. We will also be climbing Gasherbrum One in July 2025 so climbers are welcome to join us for one or both peaks. Gasherbrum One is a more challenging climb yet we will bring the right team and resources to make this expedition a success.

LEADERSHIP

Luke Smithwick will be leading this trip, and also climbing with you on the mountain. Luke now has more than one hundred Himalayan expeditions under his belt.  Additionally, one Sherpa will be present for every two climbers on the peak (and climbing with them).  All camps on mountain will be stocked and pitched in advance, with the route fixed in places deemed necessary by the Sherpa climbing team and Luke.

LOGISTICS

Our base camp at Gasherbrum BC will be fully stocked with a variety of meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with snacks. We will have hot showers in camp, two pit toilets, and each member will have their own roomy 2 person Mountain Hardwear tent.  The purpose of a base camp is for you to have a place to recover, and relax, and have space from the mountain to collect your thoughts, gather your energy reserves, and move to climbing on the mountain. We will make two rotations on the mountain before making our summit bid.  A rotation entails climbing on the peak, spending nights in established and stocked camps, and then returning to our base camp for a hot shower, fresh meals, and relaxing. Our goal as a guide service is to provide a climb that keeps you strong, physically healthy, and mentally prepared for your summit.

PROVING GROUND

Gasherbrum II is an excellent segue way into Everest and other difficult 8000 meter peaks. Come and test yourself on a Karakoram giant, surrounded by K2, Broad Peak, and the sharp and spectacular Karakoram.

TRUST

Climbing at 8000 meters is no place to be short on resources.  We make the proper advance preparations to ensure that our team will be properly cared for, from airport to summit to airport.

FEATURES

• Gasherbrum I & II expedition climb | 8080m | 8032m
• Spectacular and scenic approach via Concordia (K2 base camp)
• 1:2 Sherpa:climber ratio
• Team mentality