About
Broad Peak is a mountain in the Karakoram Range of Gilgit-Baltistan, in northern Pakistan, rising on the border with China. At 8,051 metres it is the twelfth highest mountain in the world. It is also known as K3, and it forms part of the Gasherbrum massif, a cluster of high peaks that draws mountaineers from around the globe.
What kind of visit it makes
For most people, Broad Peak is a mountain to admire from a distance rather than a place to walk up. Its summit is among the highest on earth and is climbed only by experienced expeditions, which are organised with guides, permits and careful planning. Visitors interested in the peak usually come to see the high Karakoram landscape: glaciers, sharp ridges and wide valleys that change with the light.
Getting oriented
- Location: Karakoram Range, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
- Height: 8,051 metres
- Also called: K3
- Part of: the Gasherbrum massif
- Contact: +92-51-9252741
Planning ahead
Because the mountain lies in a remote and high-altitude region, it is worth contacting the number above before making plans, and arranging any trekking, climbing or travel through a reputable local operator. Conditions in the Karakoram can change quickly, so it is sensible to check them shortly before setting out.