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Rakaposhi Peak Expedition
(7788M)

Rakaposhi Peak Expedition Overview

Rakaposhi is one of the most iconic and prominent peaks in the valley, renowned for its grandeur and visibility from all directions. Towering above the landscape, it remains in constant view along the Karakoram Highway and offers a breathtaking panorama from Hunza—truly a sight that words can hardly capture. The mountain’s ever-present glacier adds a layer of natural wonder to the already stunning beauty of the region. The peak first drew the attention of explorers in 1892, when Martin Conway attempted to find a route, although he was unable to reach the summit. The first successful ascent came on June 25, 1958, when a joint British-Pakistani team, including Mike Banks and Tom Patey of the UK, reached the top. Later, on August 2, 1979, Eiho Ohtani and Matsushi Yamashita of Waseda University, Japan, successfully climbed the North Spur route.

Expedition Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 Drive to Chilas via Babusar Pass (4,137m) — 12–14 hrs.
Day 3 Drive to Gilgit
Day 4 Drive to Joglot, transfer by jeep to Joglot village, then begin trek to Darakush.
Day 5 Trek to Rakaposhi Base Camp via the Kunti Glacier.
Day 6 - Day 36 CLIMBING PERIOD (31 DAYS)
Day 37 Trek back down to Darakush.

Day 38 Trek down to Joglot and drive back to Chilas.

Day 39 Drive to Islamabad via Babusar Pass.

Day 40 Own destination

Included Services

  • Liaison with the Ministry of Tourism in Islamabad for the permit process and the measurement of the liaison officer.
  • The process of import and export permits from the Ministry of Tourism.
  • Clearance of cargo prior to the team's arrival and its storage.
  • Welcome reception and meeting at the Alpine Club of Pakistan in Islamabad.
  • Hotel accommodation and meals as per the hotels listed in the itinerary.
  • All meals during the trek and at base camp.
  • All road transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
  • Porterage of 75 kg per person for expedition equipment and high-altitude food to Base Camp, and 50 kg per person on return from Base Camp.
  • Sleeping tents, mattresses, mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent with tables, chairs, and camping ground fees.
  • Kitchen equipment, crockery, cutlery, fuel, and related community gear.
  • Wages and basic kit for the guide, Sardar, cook, and assistants.
  • Insurance for our field staff and low-altitude porters (excluding helicopter rescue).
  • Mail handling/forwarding to Base Camp.
  • Reconfirmation of the air ticket.
  • All expenses of the liaison officer.
  • Pollution fee: $200
  • CKNP fee: $68 per person.

Not Included

  • International air ticket and airport taxes.
  • Visa fee to Pakistan and personal insurance of the client.
  • Cargo fee and customs charges for import and export.
  • Sleeping bags, personal clothing, and climbing gear of any kind beyond base camp, including high-altitude food and oxygen.
  • Room services, laundry, beverages, personal phone calls, and soft drinks.
  • Medications, ground evacuations, and helicopter rescue charges (approximately $10,000), etc.
  • Food above base camp for members and high-altitude porters.
  • Porters and staff tips.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the included services above.

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Trip name: * Rakaposhi Peak Expedition