Client Testimonials & Reviews

We spent two years preparing for the Baltoro Glacier and Concordia. Booking with Askole Expeditions was the single best decision we made. Because the company is based right in Askole, our guides and porters knew every rock and crevasse like their own backyard. The hot food in the mess tent at 4,600 meters was exceptional, and their altitude acclimatization schedule ensured our entire team crossed the Gondogoro La pass without a single health issue.

Managing logistics for an 8,000-meter climb is a formidable undertaking. Askole Expeditions delivered flawless execution: timely permit processing, dependable high-altitude porter support, and warm, well-equipped base camps. Ali Raza is one of the most competent climbing leaders I have ever had the privilege to tie into a rope with.

From the dramatic peaks of Passu to the ancient stone forts of Baltistan, Askole Expeditions provided a five-star cultural experience. Our guide’s storytelling brought the ancient Silk Road history to life, and the hospitality of the local communities was heartwarming.