Vigne Glacier

Vigne Glacier is a mountain glacier in the Karakorum Range that stretches for several kilometers and connects to the Baltoro Glacier. It flows from high peaks and forms a wide field of ice mixed with rock and debris.

The glacier was named by British explorer William Martin Conway after Godfrey Vigne, a traveler who explored Kashmir and Baltistan in the 1800s. It later became part of established mountaineering routes in the region.

Local communities rely on glacial meltwater for farming and drinking water throughout the year. This dependence shapes the rhythm of daily life in the surrounding valleys.

Visitors should prepare for difficult terrain and come during summer months when weather is most manageable. Proper mountaineering equipment and an experienced guide are necessary for safe travel on this remote glacier.

This glacier sits on a route to K2 base camp and shares a pass with Gondogoro, making it a key waypoint for mountaineers exploring deeper areas of the Karakorum. Many climbers passing through notice how the ice field changes character depending on the season and weather.

GPS coordinates: 35.64056,76.73944

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40