I Got Sick at K2 | Battling Pakistan's Toughest Trek

[@aampakistani3003]

I cried while watching the whole video. Back in 2013, suddenly I lost my job, lost my faith upon me, I was shattered and went to mountains. Only my family knows that i was going to north mountain side but they didn't know that i pushed myself for Concordia and it was remarkable, peaceful and show me the new ways of life. While watching the video I got a chance to remembered the time of my life that helped me to shape my future !! Thanks Flora !! Peace

[@YounasHabib]

What a tribute to Porters, beautifully explained 😍

[@luckyali6589]

Oh my God. What a great talent you have. Your video shooting quality is not less than BBC or Nat geo. And you are so brave, i being a man of 39 couldn't imagine going on that trek but you did a fantastic job and your decision power is amazing. You are more important than K2 😂

[@prarie_rover]

Agree! Great Presentation

[@zainmehmood-tf8nk]

Absolutely right

[@shafaatalizee8182]

​@@prarie_rover 😂

[@ericovinicius2914]

Amazing!!! I'm very proud of you Flora! This video shows how challenging this trek is, I love how honest you were not just with yourself but with you audience. Kudos to you!

[@Naturedozee]

Hello female solo traveller here . I am so excited to share that I'll be visiting Pakistan next month! From everything I've heard, it sounds like a stunning country with a relaxed vibe and welcoming people. I can't wait to experience it all firsthand and share my journey through videos on this channel. Love from the USA PS: support me before I get there

[@ASIFinTRAVEL]

Pakistan welcomes you warmly. You will fall in love with this country.

[@qureshi701]

Hi, I have been seeing your comment. Welcome to Pakistan. Just a piece of advice .. find some trustworthy local. I think guy called Ali has facilitated many you tubers, I am advising you because not everyone can have the same experience. Don’t allow people to get selfies with you as you will find trillions of request. Avoid going out in night alone unless you are sure. Best of luck for visit.

[@JW0121]

Yeah dont go alone , make sure to be with a urdu speaking person who has tough skin and can tell people to go away

[@GHULAMMUSTAFA-ou6vf]

Well come in our beautiful country don't trust people with out knowing each everything about him Good and bad people are everywhere in the world,so visit Pakistan with positive frame of mind

[@GHULAMMUSTAFA-ou6vf]

BEST of luck

[@erik6781]

"I'm standing here in this beautiful place seeing the mountains right there. How can that be bad, you know?" Absolutly impressive words in such a situation. Appreciating nature and your own health is so important for hikers and adventurers at every moment. Thank you so much for this amazing videos :) Greetings from Germany :)

[@iamsamiiikhan]

Hey Flora! I just wanted to say how much I enjoy your videos-they're so engaging and feel like a Netflix documentary! Your storytelling is phenomenal, from the way you start to the way you wrap things up. It’s pure filmmaking, especially on such a challenging trek. Your work truly inspires me, and I’m excited to see what you’ll create next! Keep shining! 🌟Keep Exploring Pakistan

[@NelsonDellis]

Awesome video, Flora!

[@floragonning]

Thanks a lot! 🙏✨

[@encouragesolutions2595]

What a great documentary, well shot, well narrated and tons of humanity woven into it. I did EBC and got altitude sickness on last day but battled through to Base Camp at 17:30pm which meant endangering my guide as darkness fell quickly and equally so temperatures. We had no torch either. My lesson was that my determination (selfishness) risked the guide's and my own life. I slept in my boots and full kit, so tired I was from the day's events. I missed the dawn trip to Kala Pattar but was just so grateful to have got to Base Camp. No-one is going to think anything but good of you, as you made it to K2 Base Camp, an achievement less than 0.1% of people have ever done and a good one for your CV ! Well done.

[@viktorijabalciunaite3747]

What a beautiful story, Flora! It seemed like a huge challenge but that just shows how strong you have been. Many people probably will never experience this in their life. In a world full of edited success stories you showed a beautiful unfiltered real-life story. GGLA pass might be for next time but what a beautiful creation I got to watch today. Porters in your video are heroes of the mountains but you have been a porter to inspire my day - also a true hero ❤

[@floragonning]

Thank you so much for your kind words Viktorija 💛💛 I hope you are doing well!

[@thebudgetbackpackers]

We absolutely love how you capture what the kitchen tent is like. I also admire the talk from your guide that was very real. So sorry you got soo sick. Safe travels Flora, thanks for sharing! :)

[@evidemadrid2166]

Een geweldig verhaal om te volgen met fantastische beelden, maar het állermooist vond ik jouw eerbetoon op het laatst aan de prachtige karakteristieke sherpas💯❤❤

[@Muskansvlogger]

You have captured each and every thing so beautifully that I can feel it

[@khizerishtiaq]

Always get excited when I see a new thumbnail of your video pop up and I set everything aside before starting the video so I am not disturbed during. The quality of your videos is nothing like I have seen from majority of the travel youtubers, and i have been following many since almost major part of the decade now. The way you tell the story, the music, typography, color grading, framing and the pauses, everything is perfect.

[@Qatar_Guaide]

You are doing awesome Flora . Thank you so much for showing us the beauty of Pakistan.

[@spiral-m]

Amazing video. What about a shout out to the mules as well as the porters? They don't even get a say in having to lug stuff, including ambitious but sick humans around in challenging, unnatural terrain for them. They would much prefer to be galloping around the plains. That aside I am grateful for the inspiration and opportunity to share your experience at some level, including feeling the sick days! The scenery is incredible and tempting for a keen hiker like myself.

[@storyteller6204]

I can legally say now I'll be following watching your videos for ever .. Your slow paced content penetrates really well.

[@lostinthewind]

That was a great video Flora! It's really nice to view nature up close and appreciate it in this day and age when everyone is busy with their lives. Also, appreciate those hard working men who work tirelessly on the mountains. Waiting for more of your uploads eagerly. Bon voyage!

[@cohall46]

Both of the K2 vlogs are very enjoyable and heartwarming. The videography and the audio content are excellent, and the landscape is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@farhanisfarhan]

Outstanding video. Did not blink an eye. I felt i travelled there. Inspirational. Can’t wait to watch more of this trip.

[@ChattanoogaDave]

Great video! I'm so glad you're ok. You look so skinny by the end of the video. You're so strong. What an amazing life adventure. Love the singing! Beautiful. ❤

[@Hajewe166]

Wauw!! Wat een "once in a lifetime" belevenis en wat een geweldig avontuur! Heel mooi in beeld gebracht. Ben zwaar onder de indruk. Blijf genieten en kom heelhuids terug.

[@aamnamaheen1920]

Your video was brutally honest and beautiful because of its authenticity! Hope amid despair and carrying on despite huge challenges. At the end I was crying but feeling elated as well! Very few people have the ability to evoke such diverse emotions! Hats off to you for your resilience and determination 💕

[@NadiaH-i9x]

This is great to watch. I love the honesty and accepting the challenge, but also, accepting the moments when the body needs rest, that is important. And my full respect to the thank you given to the unsung heros. Hats off. Genuinely enjoyed this. Thank you. ❤.🙏

[@Foodytravel]

It really takes courage and a lot of character to sum up a tour with all the positives instead of crying about the things we couldn't do. Your take on the gain from your tour was simply impressive. And the concluding note about the porters really showed how humble and considerate you are as a human being that you liked to give people their deserving share in your amazing story, cheers 🎉

[@Asif-t9n]

Flora you are such a brave lady and I mean it. I have seen all of your vidoes and always found you on a high spirit and motivated. We loved your world's toughest k2 Trek. I also want do this trek but i know i cannot. I am not a physically and mentally strong as you. I wish i could do half of this trek. You stay strong, take care of your health and enjoy the life.

[@floragonning]

Never say never, you are stronger and more capable than you think 💪💪

[@sujithhail]

Irrespective of whether we see the K2 or GGLA, your videos are fulfilling ones. Your experiences and exploring yourself throughout the journey gives a good lived experience for people like us. Thanks for covering the beautiful journey, there's so much to reflect upon.

[@NewAdventuresChannel]

You made an incredible authentic video. Thanks for sharing. Your sickness reminded me of my kismet when I got sick on EBC before Lobuche and had to return.

[@aeybinoor1658]

I am happy that you put your dream a side and didn't went for GGLA as it isn't just steep but also very hard. Good luck for next time. And am happy that you made it to towns.

[@berglandvideo]

So heartwarming and inspiring! Though tough to see how some tiny microbe can make things on a much larger scale go into a completely unplanned direction!

[@AJ-I]

You should be proud of how you dealt with the situation and not letting your ego take over. Well done and try again!

[@masoomahassan6303]

What a great video! Thank you for your honesty. Loved that you highlighted the porters. ❤

[@OppoA-xv6mi]

You have no idea how much your journey is inspiring me to overcome my fear of hiking and heights. My first experience of hiking was not so great but am always open for learning new things and now i am going to another hiking in the near future. I hope i can complete that hiking. Wish me luck Flora.

[@floragonning]

So proud of you for doing that! I’m sure you will thrive 💪 wishing you all the luck

[@OppoA-xv6mi]

@@floragonning Thanks

[@voyager9750]

What an incredible video with such a beautiful lesson about confronting one's own humanity in the face of incredible challenges unforseen. Bravo to you for braving through such incredible conditions with such grace, humility, and kindness to all those around you while at the same time underscoring the incredible fortitude and uplifting of the human spirit by the amazing team around you. Truly inspiring! Thank you for sharing! 😀

[@floragonning]

Thank you for your kind words 🥹 it means a lot to me!

[@rymaustudio5683]

A man and his love can change the world. Thanks for your contributions.

[@muhammadharoon5917]

Flora you are a brave and courageous girl. Keep it up. My prayers with you.

[@littlelubigadventure]

I love your videos, this one especially. So heart warming and genuine. Thank you for all your beautiful work 💖

[@motube5]

To be honest; I would not eat new foods ((omg that pizza?) before a physically demanding and life threatening adventure! You did great by turning back! You’re a winner in decision making! 👆👌👍

[@whatthewhat9828]

Amazing vlog and great determination and commitment to complete your trek. Great work 👍👏

[@MoodyMike007]

Thank you so much for sharing this journey. I am so sorry you got so ill, but such is mountain travel. I have travelled extensively in Nepal, Tibet and Indian Himalaya, climbing many peaks, but somehow never fitted in the Karakoram. Age and declining health mean it is now too late for to get there. Your film has really made me feel I have been there 9without having to suffer!), for which I am very grateful. You have a great talent for communication. I wish you well, and look forward to seeing more of your adventures. Bless you❤️

[@LittleSimGoesWild]

So sorry you didn’t get to finish your K2 Basecamp journey but your health is most important for all of your future adventures. I hope you have recovered well!

[@funtechfree]

It’s true that sometimes despite our efforts, achieving what we want can feel just out of reach. Yet, each hardship can teach us valuable lessons about resilience and determination. Surrendering to destiny can be tough, but it might also lead to new opportunities. Awesome video ❤

[@aromakhan05]

I've been following you for quite some time now, Flora, I love watching your content and this was by far my favourite video of yours....the only problem is it ended tooo soon...you conveyed your feelings and emotions so beautifully and all the frames were worth rewinding again. You're SO warm and strong and as a Pakistani the way you have shown our country means a lot! Thank you for bringing your beautiful soul to our country. Ps I really hope you're feeling amazing now!! (after all the puking......)

[@tanzeeliqbal3122]

thank you for filming this tough trek for us .. Hats off to you!!

[@MAR-lt7xo]

Happy to see the second video of your journey. You are powerful and did your best in this challenging expedition. Let me tell you, this is not at all easy. In the first part of your journey, you said that the K-2 base camp journey is easier the Everest till that point. But I personally feel that the K-2 base camp journey is the toughest in the world. Because it's natural and unpredictable all the way. Base camp is one part, but climbing K-2 is surely life-threatening as well.

[@sumairsaeed8309]

Greetings from Pakistan. Wow! that was extremely emotional. Use of beautiful words and well crafted sentences has always been your forte but this trip and vlog was something out of this world. So original, so genuine and so natural. Loved every minute of it. Just a great piece of learning for all. It is in the most difficult of situations that we actually learn a lot. I am sure after completing this epic trip or adventure you yourself would have felt that it was a great learning experience. For us, it was another amazing vlog by yourself. May God the Almighty grant you success in everything that you. Best wishes for the channel. With warm regards

[@RafaqatKhursheedKhursheed]

Hi, salute to the courages lady.Full with passion and commitment

[@akhtrzaman4955]

Veey sad to see you not completing,but u made the right decision. Fantastic visuals once again, love your videography.

[@JohnySin-eo2yq]

You Made a Great Decision To skip This Journey and Turned Around Go Back Becoz it's a Verry Hard track & It's not for everyone but still We love Those Episodes of your Journey to K2 side Bravo 🎉... Good Luck Iron Lady ( Your Subscriber From Islamabad💚 🇵🇰💚

[@IndieCanadian]

You just had a bad luck and don't be disappointed by it. K2 is in your kismet and someday, you will see your dreams come true!

[@hamzanasir6010]

Your journey and camera work have been inspiring me to take these long treks, Amazing videos Ma'am Flora

[@fedbomb]

Thank you for making this. I have visited Pakistan many times but never got to see K2.

[@shaharyarkhanvlogs]

This journey is like watching a movie. I know it's not an easy job to film during such a tough journey, hats off to you 👏 i hope you will get there next time.

[@argaming8959]

thank you so much for making this video

[@mohsinm5854]

Thank you for this masterpiece beside you getting sick. I hope you have a safe journey home

[@wanderingmushto]

I got so emotional watching this! You are just making me fall in love with Pakistan over and over again! I’m a Sri Lankan and I discover a lot over here and have been enjoying my life here! Pakistan is definitely going to be my next destination! Seems likes it’s going to be my next favorite destination ❤️

[@HaroonRashid72]

sorry that you didnt get to see the view of K2. However Good news you are still alive. Being able to get back safe and sound and sick in one of the hardest track became bigger challenge.

[@vicious_liv]

OMG CANT WAIT TO WATCH THIS TONIGHT!!

[@officialcrickchanl]

Watching your videos give relieve to my stress, thank to algorithm which keeps suggesting me your videos obsessed with your voice.❤

[@tariqmoeenafridi9544]

Love the entire package of K2 vlogs

[@rocktheman56]

K2 is no joke, it's very challenging all the way.

[@khawarzia92]

You have done so good these mountains region are so tough to hike even a healthy person do it with a lot of difficulties like you fight with your sick ness our bodies who lived on plain terrain are not able to bear continuous fatigue and eventually we got sickness

[@renacalabio7828]

Wow magnificent creations of our Almighty God Father Jehovah wonderful awe-inspiring beauty of nature well done Flora and to all caring and lovely porters keep safe and take good care , we will visiting Pakistan very soon😊

[@jypdr]

I am again impressed with your video. first of all, I'm sorry about your health, but on the other hand, I'm glad and I really appreciate that you made this video despite your health condition. and why am I happy? because the internet is full of videos of how easy everything is, how every KZbinr has done everything easily, and then people think that anyone can complete such treks, without any respect for nature and all the pitfalls. take care and looking for your next video. btw: probably clacier water problem, next time try use Grayl watter bottle for filtering water

[@hamod20128]

flora you doing great , awesome video .

[@royleeh]

You deserve a million following. Your video is very informative..

[@thanks131]

This was kismat… ❤ Truely beautiful… better luck next time

[@EntertainmentWay123]

Flora Proud of you for girls ❤

[@msr-allforyou8089]

What a great adventure, with a lot of emotions

[@danyalkhawaja450]

Hi flora , I’ve been following you and watching your vlogs for quite sometime … I’m so happy I saw you today at cafe de hunza .. I was too shy to say hi … Netherlands holds a special place in my heart as my bestie is from Huizen , nl Love your work and your vlogs .. all the best for your future projects… 💋

[@floragonning]

Awwww, next time please come say hi! No need to be shy 😉🙏

[@danyalkhawaja450]

@@floragonning I saw you again on my last day at Serena hotel in the morning with your Swedish friend on Sunday the 27th of sept.. this time I didn’t missed the opportunity to greet you … :) and I had a pic with you … I don’t know where to send it to you … but anyways if you come to Lahore do let me know .. I can show you the other side of the city/ country that might help you with your vlogs too … I hope you recognised me by now .. I was wearing the blue jacket and I spoke a bit of Dutch too in Serena lobby .. heheh

[@aiminlife4670]

Hey flora. Your vedio was so cool. And i like it. Steay safe. 🇧🇩🇧🇩🇧🇩🇧🇩

[@zabermohammad5172]

You are moree important than K2 trek . It was amazing video to watch ,we are proud of you Flora.love and respect from Pakistan ❤❤

[@strumYnerve9]

It's never easy to be at a place where life is at risk...So it's great to see your HHHH: always Hoping for the best despite all hardships, Helping yourself mentally and accepting the things which were beyond your ability to change, Healing your heart with what is achieved and returning back with Happiness. 👍👍✨💫

[@Haroon-Idrees]

Waited for loooooonnngggg time for the 2nd part.... ❤

[@mansoorshazad2596]

May you get well soon ❤

[@blancaportillo86]

You did such an amazing job! Most of us couldn’t go as far or nearly close. I’m wondering how the rest of the hikers did after you left, is there anyone else who has a vlog of how the this hike went?

[@travelislife6454]

Flora your videos are amazing lots of love from Nepal 🇳🇵❤

[@abdul_wahab0]

The unsung heroes is the best part of this video 💕

[@travelearth20]

Now this is an emotional episode.... epic.

[@TerinLoghain]

Hi, what a great documentation, awesome captures, videos 🤩. This beautiful nature, hope u will stay healthy to travel more ;-)

[@UsmarSaeed]

You are the best Flora💙💙

[@Safarnama365]

Worth it. So beautifully captures. 😍👍

[@farmasinema]

Damn, you have one heck tremendous discipline. I would stop filming if I was in your position. Mad props 👍

[@MuhammadKhan-ee5ph]

You are a champion 💪💪 and tried your level best

[@ally4commerce]

Brilliantly made!

[@suhasj9761]

Beautifully portrayed everything❤❤❤❤

[@sikanderkhitran8731]

Next time, Flora. ❤😊 . Really appreciate they are hero of mountains.

[@floragonning]

They truly are! 🙏

[@dreamsellerpoetry]

Best vlog ever ❤

[@MuhammadAwais-mg6uo]

I hope you’re doing well what brave girl

[@RahamotZubair250]

Bangladesh🤝Pakistan

[@nusratbhat825]

❤

[@Chrysopoeia-XVI]

I love your cinematography! Do you color grade your videos, or is it the color science from your Lumix/Sigma lens? I'll be doing the Salkantay Trek and Misti Volcano hike in Peru soon, and your video is very inspiring, especially because you show all the challenges along the way!

[@HAMIDHAMIDRAZA-n9j]

SISTER BELEIVE IN YOURSELF YOU R BETTER THAN MILLIONS AND WHAT YOUVE DONE IS A WPNDERFUL ACHIEVEMENT

[@nudawn110]

outstanding work fg.

[@Yasirbaloch99]

Keep going ❤ love your amazing videos

[@MerajUddinSiddiqui]

Land Of Beauty Hospitality & Foodie ❤️🇵🇰

[@foldedearth]

I had a similar experience in 2001. I got sick with a chest infection at Concordia and had to walk back the way we came in whilst the group went on over the pass. However we had splendid weather whilst at Concordia with K2 climbing into a clear blue sky.

[@iamasgharrr]

wow, It was incredible. Just love it ❤❤

[@Annon111]

Love your videos! Mont Blanc next? It Is a very beautiful trail!

[@mohsantravels4804]

Thanks for showing the real beauty 😍 of our gorgeous ❤ country Pakistan ❤

[@awaw426]

Nausea and puking is first sign of Lack of Oxygen (due to high altitude) A simple remedy is to acclimatise ( rest days are exactly mean for that )