Overview

Rakaposhi stands as the most renowned peak in the valley, and it offers multiple routes for climbers to undertake. This majestic mountain dominates the horizon, consistently visible from the Karakorum Highway. The breathtaking panorama observed from Hunza defies adequate description, leaving all who witness it in awe. The perpetual glacier that graces Rakaposhi adds an exhilarating touch of delight to the natural splendor of Hunza.

In 1892, Martin Conway embarked on an exploration of Rakaposhi, though he was unable to find a viable route to the summit. The historic achievement of reaching the peak was realized on June 25, 1958, when British and Pakistani expedition members, including Mike Banks and Tom Patey from the UK, successfully summited Rakaposhi. The North Spur of the mountain was triumphantly climbed on August 2, 1979, by Eiho Ohtani and Matsushi Yamashita from Waseda University in Japan.

Rakaposhi stands as the most renowned peak in the valley, and it offers multiple routes for climbers to undertake. This majestic mountain dominates the horizon, consistently visible from the Karakorum Highway. The breathtaking panorama observed from Hunza defies adequate description, leaving all who witness it in awe. The perpetual glacier that graces Rakaposhi adds an exhilarating touch of delight to the natural splendor of Hunza.

In 1892, Martin Conway embarked on an exploration of Rakaposhi, though he was unable to find a viable route to the summit. The historic achievement of reaching the peak was realized on June 25, 1958, when British and Pakistani expedition members, including Mike Banks and Tom Patey from the UK, successfully summited Rakaposhi. The North Spur of the mountain was triumphantly climbed on August 2, 1979, by Eiho Ohtani and Matsushi Yamashita from Waseda University in Japan.

Day Itinerary Altitude Residence
01Arrive Islamabad International Airport & transfer to hotel512mHotel
02Briefing at Alpine Club, visit Faisal Mosque & Margalla Hills512mHotel
03Fly to Gilgit (PK606) or drive to Chilas via Naran/Babusar Pass1500m / 1265mHotel
04Drive to Juglot village from Chilas or Gilgit2750mCamping
05Trek from Juglot village to Darkash3250mCamping
06Trek from Darkash to Rakaposhi Base Camp3500mCamping
07–36Climbing period – Rakaposhi Peak (20+ days for summit and descent)7788m maxCamping
37Trek down from Rakaposhi Base Camp to Juglot village2750mCamping
38Drive from Juglot to Gilgit1500mHotel
39Fly to Islamabad or drive via Naran Valley512mHotel
40Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for departureFlight
Services Included
  • Comprehensive airport pickup and drop-off services.
  • Round-trip airfare between Islamabad and Skardu.
  • Transportation, including briefings, debriefings, and sightseeing.
  • Transportation between Skardu, Askoli, Hushe, and Skardu.
  • Three nights of accommodation in Islamabad, featuring twin-bed rooms with bed and breakfast provided.
  • Three nights of full board accommodation in a Skardu hotel.
  • Two nights of full board accommodation in a Chilas hotel.
  • Coverage for local staff, encompassing wages, insurance, food, and equipment.
  • Support from low porters to transport expedition and trekking equipment, as well as food supplies.
  • Allowance for 75 kg of equipment per climbing member on the ascent.
  • Allowance for 50 kg of equipment per climbing member on the descent.
  • Provision of all trekking and base camp meals.
  • Supply of comfortable member tents, mess tents, kitchen tents, storage tents, office tents, shower tents, toilet tents, tables, chairs, and kitchen utensils.
  • Assistance with reconfirming international flight tickets.
  • Coverage of all camping fees, road taxes, and bridge crossing fees.
  • Supply of low porters' equipment.
  • Documentation and climbing permit.
  • Management fees for CKNP West.
  • Royalty fees and additional member fees.
  • Kit allowance, food, and flight fare for the liaison officer.
  • Availability of an electric generator/solar system at the base camp.
  • Heating system at the base camp.
Services Not Included
  • International flight tickets for members.
  • Helicopter emergency rescue fees (refundable if not used, currently at US$15,000).
  • Climbing gear for members.
  • Personal insurance for members.
  • High-altitude tents.
  • High-altitude food.
  • High-altitude porters.
  • Sleeping bags and personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges, liquor, soft drinks, room service, gratuities for personal services, and items of a purely personal nature.
  • Charges for custom clearing (import and export of equipment).
  • EPI gas and oxygen cylinders.
  • Any unforeseen expenses, including roadblocks and additional hotel stays if members stay more days at the Base Camp. Extra expenses will be charged according to the number of additional days.
  • Trekking members and climbing members will remain together. If any member splits during the trip, extra expenses will be charged at the normal price.