Machulo La is the Easiest way to see K2. This View Point is the shortest trek to see K2 and all other 8000m mountains of Pakistan. A panoramic view of entire district Ghanche, easiest, economical and interesting 360 views are the key features of this trek. A must do trek.
Mountain K2 is the world 2nd highest mountain in the world and first highest mountain in Pakistan. K2 has 8611m height from sea level. This mountain is the hardest mountain to climb and considered it’s trekking as a challenging and expensive route for travelers.
Here we brings you the Easiest way to See K2 from Machulo la. Machulo is a village which consist of above 600 house holds with 7000 population. This village is located in District Ghanche Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. Machulo La is a term for Machulo Top. There is a top view point called Machulo La where we can see all five peaks of Pakistan which is above 8000m including K2 & Nanga Parbat and panoramic view of entire district Ghanche.
Easiest Route to Reach Machulo La K2 View Point
No mater from where you are coming, Machulo La K2 view point is ready to host you all the time. The landing of your plane to Islamabad International Airport from any airline is the first step towards easiest route plan to reach machulo La K2 view point.
Steps to reach K2 view point Machulo La
The next step is to reach your reserved hotel in Islamabad. You can manage to change the flight from airport to Skardu in Pakistan international Airlines. This is subject to weather flight. If you fed up with flying in planes. I have an interesting route to reach Skardu. The eighth wonder of Pakistan Karakorum highway is just 50km away from airport.
Karakorum highway will lead you to Chilas via Babusar pass after 14 hrs drive from Islamabad to Chilas. You can see Nanga Parbat in a glance and start your drive to Skardu road. Skardu road is get separate after passing view point of world largest mountain ranges (Karakorum, Himalaya and Hindukush) meeting point.
Juglot to Skardu road is a 4 hrs drive on the side of Indus river. Skardu will host you by Kachura Lakes, Skardu Cold desert and leads towards Khaplu Machulo with drive 4 hrs. The travlers who flew from Islamabad to Skardu will take a 4 hrs drive to Machulo. Machulo is located towards north from Khaplu which is 15 km drive distance from Khaplu.
Start Trek to Machulo La K2 view Point
On the next day you start your trekking for Easiest way to see k2 from Machulo La. 4-5 hrs easiest trek from Machulo to Khari Broq camp I for this trek will enjoy with spring water and clear crystal floating stream of Machulo.
2nd day of your trekking is continue from camp I khari broq to Chaq Dou on the right side or Qoli Brangsa on left side after 1 hr trekking from Camp
I. Easy and comfortable Campsites for trekking.
3rd day 2hrs trek will reach you camp iii which is final campsite. After setting campsite you can trek 1.5 hrs to the most awaited K2 view point of Machulo La. This camp site will settle for night stay. There you will see all five 8000m peaks of Pakistan and many other mountains, valleys and panoramic views of district Ghanche.
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What are the easiest ways to see K2?
The mighty K2 can be seen from various view points from Gilgit Baltistan. These view points listed here categorically under a table to understand and decide in an effective way. There are multiple view points and four view points are the easiest ones.
Google has listed Machulo La K2 View point as the easiest way to see K2 from Machulo La for easier access. link is below.
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K2 View Point List
| Postition | View Point | Trekking Nature | Elevation | Characteristics of K2 View points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Machulo La, K2 View point | Easiest Trekking. Recommended for 8-70 Years old trekkers. | 5100m above sea level | These all mountains can be seen from here in a very clear visual. 1. K2 8611m 2. Nanga Parbat 8126m 3.Gasherbrum I 8080m 4.Broad Peak 8051m 5. Gasherbrum II 8035m Apart from these five, Amin Braq, Nangma valley, K1 (Masherbrum), Siachen valley, Chorbat Valley, Barah Valley, Saling, Hushe valley, Thugus Valley and entire district Ghanche in a glance of 360 panoramic view. Shortest Trek, Easiest trek, Secure track for trekking and camping, best for photography, 360 panoramic view, economical and accessible for everyone. Can experience local shepherd campsite, best for acclimatization, open from March to December and scenic route to trek. Mobile network and internet access throughout the trek. Open zone and no charges apply. |
| 2nd | Hunbroq | Moderate Recommended for 30-50 years old trekkers. | 4700m | 4 peaks of 8000m can be seen including K2. The view of K2 is above camp iii. Charagusa valley views and K1 Masherbrum view is clear. Restricted zone for trekking. Trekking charges apply. |
| 3rd | Barah broq | Hard Trek Recommended for 30-40 years old trekkers. | 4200m | Four 8000m peaks including K2 can be seen. Barah valley, Khaplu valley and Machulo La K2 view point can be seen. K1 Masherbrum also can be seen. Visuals are far enough. |
| 4th | Khaplu broq | Very Hard Trek Recommended for only experienced trekkers. | 4580m | four 8000m peaks including K2 can be seen but with a longer visuals. |
Reviews of Machulo La K2 View Point
Trekkers and travelers has left their reviews on google maps and websites. You can see them here.
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Highlights
Machulo La K2 view point is considered as one of the best and easiest way to see K2. There are plenty of characteristics to justify that Machulo La K2 view point is the easiest way to see K2. Some is the Key highlights are below.
- These all five highest 8000m mountains of Pakistan can be seen from here in a very clear visual. 1. K2 8611m 2. Nanga Parbat 8126m 3.Gasherbrum I 8080m 4.Broad Peak 8051m 5. Gasherbrum II 8035m
- Apart from these five, Amin Braq, Nangma valley, K1 (Masherbrum), Gasherbrum IV, Chongo Lingsa, Patura Peak, K6, K7, Laila peak, Haldi cones and siachen peaks.
- Siachen valley, Chorbat Valley, Barah Valley, Saling, Hushe valley, Thugus Valley and entire district Ghanche in a glance of 360 panoramic view.
- Shortest Trek to se K2 and all five 8000m mountains of Pakistan.
- Easiest Trek to see K2 from Machulo La in only two to three days of trekking.
More Highlights
- Most secure Trekking and camping sites. Machulo K2 view point trek is secure as there is not a rock falling, no glacier, not icy ways, stream has short flow of water which crossable by even kids. Campsites has very flat, grassy and secure from avalanches, rock falling and water floating.
- Economical. The trek to Machulo La K2 view point is easiest and economical as it is very short to reach, facilities are at door step and local guides and equipment are available for everyone. There are no camping fees, no bridge crossing fees, no CKNP fees, No charges of ministry of tourism for trekking,
- Open Zone for all trekkers. This is the best moment to know that this is permit free zone.
- Can Experience Local sphered Campsite. The best moment to see hosting you by locals in their traditional way. The present pure yogurt, cow milk tea, making Lassi live in local traditional style. Their campsites has made up of stones and 10% woods and muds. Their way of sleeping is a rare experience to capture.
- Open from March to December. This trek is open for trekkers to see K2 from Machulo la by March to December. Recommended trek to Machulo La K2 view point is June to October.
Highlights continue
- Scenic Route to Trek. The trekking starts from Machulo town by aside of the main stream of Machulo village. It is clear crystal water from March to May and September to December. The trek ways is wide, comfortable and crossing the stream with fun and taking rest beneath the lush green tall trees. The campsites are lush green and night views are spectacular as the sky is full of stars and moon light glow making your view unforgettable.
- You can live in contact throughout the trek with your family and dearest ones. There is internet connection available throughout the trek.
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