Trek Reference: EKK/KK-07
Grade: B(C)(D)
Duration of Trek 15 Days
Camping Days: 07
Mountain Range: Karakuram
Season: May to October
Maximum Elevation: 4100-M (Optional climb-5098-M)
The mountains of Northern Pakistan are among the most impressive in the world. They contain five of the world’s 8,000 m. peaks and a landscape that is truly unique. From fertile lowland valleys the scenery changes to that of small mountain villages, tumbling glaciers and the jagged skyline of the Karakuram. Until recently their only drawback has been their inaccessibility, their remoteness and poor roads making any visit to see them a major undertaking. With the building of the Karakuram Highway and the advent of mountain flights, more of this mountain wilderness is accessible to the adventurous traveller. Our destination is the fabled Hunza Valley, a fertile land situated high in the Karakorum, dominated by the imposing bulk of Rakaposhi (7,788 m.). The valley was described by the explorer Eric Shipton as “the ultimate manifestation of mountain grandeur” and few who visit the Hunza Valley would disagree. We visit the small forts that once defended the kingdom and terrorised the caravans of the Silk Road and enjoy the hospitality of the inhabitants, reputed to live to 120 because of their healthy diet. Walking through the villages, terraces and orchards, and climbing into the mountains our aim is Rash lake and the trekking peak nearby, from where we get an unrivalled view of much of the Karakuram range.
Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrival at Islamabad.
Day 02 Drive to Chilas, Hotel.
Day 03 Drive to Karimabad Hunza.
Day 04 Morning Free, Afternoon Drive By Jeeps to Hoper, Camp.
Day 05 Trek across Barpu Glacier, to Barpu Giram, Camp.
Day 06 Trek to Chidin Harai, Camp.
Day 07 Trek to Rush Lake, Camp.
Day 08 Day free for excursion to Rush Peak (5098m). Providing an
all-round panorama and possible to see the summit Of K2.
Day 09 Trek down to Phai Phari,
Day 10 Trek to Hamdar, Camp.
Day 11 Trek to Hoper and drive by Jeeps to Karimabad, Hotel.
Day 12 Morning free, afternoon Drive to Gilgit, Hotel.
Day 13 Fly to Rawalpindi Or Drive to Besham, Hotel.
Day 14 Free day in Rawalpindi Or Drive Besham to Rawalpindi.
Day 15 Fly Home.