Machulo La is the Easiest way to see K2. This viewpoint is the shortest trek to see K2 and all the other 8000m mountains of Pakistan. A panoramic view of the entire district of Ghanche, as well as the easiest, economical, and interesting 360 views, are the key features of this trek.
Here we bring you the Easiest way to see K2 from Machulo la. Machulo is a village that consists of above 600 households with around 7000 people. This village is located in District Ghanche. Machulo La is a term for Machulo Top. You can see all five 8000m peaks and a panoramic view of the entire district of Ghanche from here.
Steps to reach the K2 viewpoint, Machulo La
From Islamabad, you reach Skardu via plane (35-50 minutes) or the KKH(20 hours).
From Skardu, it will take a 4-hour drive to Machulo. Machulo is located north of Khaplu, which is a 15 km drive from Khaplu.
Start Trek to Machulo La K2 View Point
The next day, you start your easiest trek for 4-5 hrs, from Machulo to Khari Broq camp.
2nd day of your trek continues for 4-5 hours till camp II
The next day, a 2-hour trek will reach you at Camp III, which is the final campsite. This campsite will settle for a night. A 3-4 hour trek from here, you will see all five 8000m peaks of Pakistan and many other mountains, valleys, and panoramic views of the district Ghanche.
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What are the easiest ways to see K2?
K2 can be seen from various viewpoints in Gilgit Baltistan. These viewpoints are listed here categorically under a table to understand and decide effectively. There are multiple viewpoints, and four of them are the easiest ones.
Google has listed Machulo La K2 Viewpoints as the easiest way to see K2 from Machulo La for easier access.
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K2 View Points List
| Viewpoint | Elevation | Difficulty | Best Features |
| Hunbroq | 4,700m | Easiest | Sees a few 8000m peaks. |
| Machulo La | 5,100m | Easiest | Sees four 8000m peaks. Economical, rewarding and easiest |
| Barah Broq | 4,200m | Hard | A challenging climb with rewarding views. |
| Khaplu Broq | 4,580m | Very Hard | For experienced hikers only. Sees four 8000m peaks clearly. |
Reviews of Machulo La K2 View Point
Trekkers and travelers have left their reviews on Google Maps and websites. You can see them here.
https://goo.gl/maps/JbhD2rRiw7XjEvRn7
Highlights
- Peaks that can be seen clearly from here are K2 8611m, Nanga Parbat 8126m, Gasherbrum I 8080m, Broad Peak 8051m, Gasherbrum II 8035m
- Apart from these five, Amin Braq, Nangma valley, K1 (Masherbrum), Gasherbrum IV, Chongo Lingsa, K6, K7, Laila Peak Haldi cones, and Siachen peaks.
- Siachen Valley, Chorbat Valley, Barah Valley, Saling, Hushe Valley, Thugus Valley, and the entire district of Ghanche in a glance of 360 panoramic view.
- The easiest & shortest Trek to see K2 from Machulo La is in only two to three days of trekking.
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