Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek

Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek

In Pakistan, the Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek is one of the most well-liked trekking routes. Rakaposhi, one of the world’s highest peaks, is situated in the Karakoram Range and rises to a height of 7,788 meters (25,551 ft). En route to the summit of Rakaposhi, the trip passes through breathtaking valleys, verdant meadows, and majestic glaciers.

Starting point of the walk is the little town of Minapin, which is situated in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Nagar valley. We trek up to the base camp at Hapakun from there, where we spend our first night. The walk gives breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and passes past lovely apricot and walnut orchards.

We hike to the Tagaphari settlement the following day, where we spend the night. With breathtaking views of the Rakaposhi and Diran peaks, the walk winds through the Nagar Valley’s verdant meadows.

We carry on walking from Tagaphari in the direction of the Rakaposhi base camp. The trek gives breathtaking views of the Rakaposhi peak as it winds through the steep Minapin glacier. At 4,150 meters (13,615 feet) above sea level, the base camp provides stunning views of the surrounding peaks and glaciers.

We explore the area and take in the breathtaking views during our day at the base camp. After there, we hike back down the valley to our destination of Minapin.

Throughout the the entire excursion, our knowledgeable guides and porters will look out for your comfort and safety. We offer full board services that include food, drink, and transportation in addition to camping supplies. Because of the ideal weather, June through September is the ideal period to complete this walk.

Don’t pass up your chance to discover the stunning natural surroundings of Pakistan’s Karakoram Range and embark on one of the most amazing trekking journeys ever. Make your Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek reservation now to experience the breathtaking beauty of this isolated region of the world.

Detailed Trip Itinerary

Day 01 (Islamabad Arrival)

• Greetings from Pakistan. You’re going to the Islamabad International Airport today.
• After a friendly greeting at the airport, our representative will transport you to your Islamabad hotel.
• As a welcome beverage, the hotel will serve you tea or coffee. Take this chance to socialize with other trekkers.
• Take a nap to recuperate from your lengthy flight after the drink. We will get together over dinner to go over specifics regarding your trek to Rakaposhi Base Camp.
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Day 02 (Islamabad – Naran) (09 Hours’ Drive)

• Following breakfast, you will depart from the green capital and travel north to Naran Town, where you will spend the night. Historic towns like as Taxila, Hassan Abdal, Abbot Abad, and Naran will be traversed.
• Beginning in Hasan Abdal, the Karakoram Highway runs northward to Mansehra, where it turns right to merge with Naran Road, which leads to Naran. Known for its lush green valley,
• Naran is a little village that attracts many local tourists for quick getaways.
• You’ll get a nice night’s sleep because it will be considerably colder here.

Day 03 (Naran – Minapin Nagar) (08 Hours’ Drive)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• After continuing your amazing journey on Naran Road in the morning, you will join the well-known Karakoram Highway and travel to Karimabad.
• China and Pakistan collaborated to build the Karakoram Highway, which was finished in 1973.
• En route you will pass Babusar Pass, the junction point of Karakoram – Himalaya – Hindukush, a breathtaking view of Nanga Parbat and Rakaposhi (7,788m) peak.
• Traveling to Karimabad along the Hunza River on the Karakoram Highway offers breathtaking views of the mountains.
• Reaches Hunza
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Day 04 (Minapin Nagar – Hapakun) (05 Hours Trek)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• Journey to Hapakun 5.8 kilometers in 4–5 hours.
• The trail starts behind the hamlet of Minapin and travels across a bridge to the real left bank of the Minapin River.
• Broad views of the Minapin Glacier and, eventually, the entire Rakaposhi-Diran crest line can be obtained from the stepped trail.
• Five hours later, we arrived at the Hapakun huts.
• Night stay at Hapakun camp side

Day 05 (Hapakun – Rakaposhi Base Camp) (04 Hours Trek)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• Trekking 3 kilometers, 4 hours to reach Rakaposhi Base Camp.
• Ascend a trail above the Minapin glacier that winds through a forest and offers great views of Diran.
• Walk up the hill from Tagaphari for fantastic views of the Batura peaks, Shispar peak, and Ultar Peaks.
• There is a verdant meadow called Tagaphari where summer huts with shepherds are situated, overlooking the glacier’s super ice fields.
• Night stay at Rakaposhi Base Camp

Day 06 (Rakaposhi Base Camp – Diran Peak Base Camp) (04 Hours Trek)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• After breakfast, hike for 3–4 hours to reach Diran peak base camp.
• Once you cross the Minapin glacier and arrive at Diran base camp, you will get an excellent view of Rakaposhi (7788 m), Diran Peak (7266 m), and the Minapin Glacier.
• If you’re not too exhausted, you can hike another 1.5 hours to Kacheli Lake before returning to Rakaposhi Base Camp for dinner and an overnight camping stay.
• Night stay at Rakaposhi Base Camp

Day 07 (Rakaposhi Base Camp – Minapin – Karimabad) (05 Hours)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• 4- to 5-hour hike back to the Minapin Valley
• Reaches Minapin by noon and head towards karimabad
• Reaches Karimabad
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Day 08 (Karimabad – Explore Hunza)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• Explore 700 years old Blatit Fort & 900 years old Altit Fort
• Visit Karimabad Bazar
• Head towards Attabad to explore Attabad Lake, we will also visit Passu Comes view point
• Return to Karimabad for overnight stay

Day 09 (Karimabad – Naran) (08 Hours’ Drive)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• We will go to re-join the Karakoram Highway and drive through the Hunza Valley to reach Naran after enjoying a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. The Hunza River splits the Hunza Valley in half. Nagar will be on your left, and Hunza on your right. The bulk of Rakaposhi Mountain (7,788m) dominates Nagar.
• We are going to pause at the Rakaposhi (7,788m) viewpoint for a photo op and a tea break.
• You will pass the view of the three longest mountain ranges in the world, the Himalaya, Karakoram-Hindukush, and Nanga Parbat, after reaching Rakaposhi (7,788m).
• Before Chilas, you will take the Babusar Pass on the Naran Road, which will lead you to Naran, where you will spend the night.
• Night stay in Naran

Day 10 (Naran – Islamabad) (08 Hours)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• We are going to be traveling to Islamabad today. Other historically significant and culturally rich towns that we will pass through are Abbot Abad, Hassan Abdal, Haripur, and Taxila.
• A significant ancient Indian archeological site, Taxila is located roughly 32 km to the northwest of Islamabad. The city of Taxila dates its founding to approximately 1000 BCE.
• Some ruins at Taxila date to the time of the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th century BCE.
• Reaches Islamabad
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay 

Day 11 (Spare Day in Islamabad)

• Breakfast at early in the morning
• You have the entire day to explore the green capital city of Islamabad if you were able to catch a flight there yesterday.
• See the Islamabad Monument, Parliament Square, and the Faisal Mosque before traveling to the nearby city of Rawalpindi.
• The historical and traditional city of Rawalpindi will introduce you to the flavors of southern Pakistan. Situated on the Pothohar Plateau, which is well-known for its long history of Buddhism, particularly in the nearby town of Taxila.
• Enjoy a local Pakistani curry at the Magnificent Food Streets for your final meal in Pakistan after a full day of sightseeing.
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Day 12 (Departure | Fly Back Home)

• Breakfast at early in the morning
• You will be taken to Islamabad International Airport for your flight home after breakfast “Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek ” has ended.

Services Included

• All internal (Domestic) air tickets and related airport transfers
• English-speaking guide
• Private transport with driver
• Accommodations (Hotels and Camps)
• All Meal (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
• All camping ground fees, Mess tents, sleeping tents, Kitchen tents with chairs,
• All fees associated with trekking permits, royalty, toll taxes, entry tickets, parking fees etc.
• Every piece of kitchenware, including cutlery, crockery, fuel, and other associated
• All Wages and basic kits of guide, sirdar, Porter’s cook and assistants
• Insurance for crew members such as porters and guides (except helicopter rescue)
• Satellite phones
• Solar Panel or generator

Service not included

• International Flight tickets
• Travel Insurance
• Pakistan Visa Fee
• Photography & Videography
• Personal Nature Expense
• Items which are not mentioned in “Services Include”

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PYARA SKARDU ADVENTURE CLUB & TRAVEL AGENCY