The Rakaposhi Diran base camp trek and Hunza tour are enthralling. You will get picturesque views of Hunza Valley and Nagar Valley from the base camp, besides experiencing hypnotic feelings as you get closer to the two majestic, beautiful, and snow-capped peaks. In short, this trek is aimed to take you closer to nature.

If you wonder whether you qualify for this trek, chances are you do because we recommend this venture even for the novice trekker. It calls for no specialized skills, and the terrain is not so rugged. However, the reward is more significant than the efforts required.

And when it comes to the Hunza Valley, chances are you are well aware of it. The mountainous valley northwest of the Hunza River is famous for visitors. The valley holds historical significance and has many landmarks for you to visit.

 

Departure/Return Location Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad
Departure Time Mountain Range: Karakoram
Elevation: 4,000m Best Time: Mid-Ma to September
Duration: 14 Days Zone: Open

Please get in touch with us for further inquiries at info@sunriseadventure.com.pk

Day

01: Islamabad

Arrive at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Day

02: Islamabad to Gilgit (By Air in case of flight has operated)

Early morning breakfast and transfer to Airport fly to Gilgit (flights are subject to weather) and then onward drive for Minapin Nagar, if unable to fly we will depart for Chilas by road. Overnight stay at Chilas.
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03: Chilas to Minapin Nagar (in case of no flight)

In case the flight has operated, we will visit Gilgit Bazaar and after lunch, we will drive to Minapin. In case of no flight, the day will be used for overland travel from Chilas to Minapin. Overnight stay in hotel at Minapin
Day

04: Mianpin to Hapakun

After breakfast, Trek to Hapakun. Today, we will leave the last inhabited village of Minapin. We will rely on our local team for the remaining portion of our journey, who will carry our food and equipment and sustain our Trek. (Tent)
Day

05: Hapakun to Tagaphari( Rakaposhi Base Camp)

After breakfast, trek to Tagaphari (Rakaposhi base camp). Walk along the beautiful green meadows to Taghaphary, the second Summer pasture and green ablation valley, which provides magnificent views of Rakaposhi, Diran Peak, and Minapin glacier. Trek (Tent)  
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06: Rest day at Rakaposhi Base Camp

Full day excursion to Diran peak base camp, walk through the Minapin Glacier and explore the area, after lunch at Diran base camp trek back Through the same glacier to taghaphari. (Tent)
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07: Tagaphari to Hapakun

After breakfast, we will trek back to Hapakun. (Tent)
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08: Hapakun to Minapin (Nagar)

After breakfast, we will trek back to Minapin Nagar. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and overnight stay in Nagar.
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09: Minapin to Karimabad Hunza

Early in the morning, drive to Karimabad, the capital of Hunza, after lunch visit Baltit and Altit forts, walk in the village, and explore the area. The evening goes to Duiker Viewpoint for sunset photography. On Arrival, Transfer to hotel, overnight stay in Karimabad Hunza
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10: Drive to Khunjurab Pass and back to Gulmit

After breakfast, we will drive for a day excursion to Khunjerab Pass in route to visit Ataabad Lake and drive back to Gulmit. Overnight stay at Gulmit.
Day

11: Gulmit to Chilas

After breakfast, we will drive for a full day on Karakoram Highway, enjoying fascinating views of Karakoram Peaks from a different angle, Overnight stay at Chilas
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12: Chilas to Islamabad

After breakfast, we will drive via Babusar pass to Islamabad. We start early in the morning to cover the 12 hours-long drive. Short stay in Naran for lunch; we shall reach Islamabad by evening. Overnight stay at Islamabad.  
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13: Rest day at Islamabad

After breakfast, we will do a full day sightseeing of the twin city Islamabad/Rawalpindi. The rest of the time is reserved for shopping.
Day

14: Islamabad to Flight out

Transfer to the Airport for flight back home.

Please Note: Gilgit Baltistan flights are subject to weather and backlog, in case of flight cancellation we will travel by road, and one night of Islamabad will be adjusted in overland travel.

Services included as following

Hotels:

  • 02 nights hotel in Islamabad (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • 01 nights in hotel Chilas (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • 02 nights in Minapin Nagar (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • 02 nights in Karimabad Hunza (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Transport:                

  • Pick up from group when arrive and drop to airport when group Departure Air-condition van from Islamabad -Gilgit-Islamabad
  • Flight Tickets Islamabad-Gilgit
  • Arrange transport on briefing and debriefing occasion
  • Sightseeing the capital city of Islamabad

4 x 4 Jeeps:

  • Jeeps from Gilgit – Minapin – Hunza

Trekking Food:

  • Food (during the Trek (we will serve breakfast, lunch and Dinner)

Porters:

  • Carry on member personal equipment, foods stuffs and camping crew etc. All porters insurance
  • 16 Kg porter facility for member’s personal gear. (Above 16 Kg will be separately charged from member on spot, as per porter rate per Kg)

Staffs: 

  • Guide Cook and assistance cook wages, camp food, transport and their insurance

Camping Equipment:

  • Mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent mattress, chairs, Tables

Kitchen utensils:

  • Complete kitchen utensils (crockery)

General Services:

  • Tips for baggage handling at airport & at hotels
  • Fess: (CKNP, Bridge crossing, cable crossing, camping)
  • International flights tickets re-confirmations
  • Custom clearing assistance

Services not included in given price

  • Member international flight tickets
  • Helicopter emergency rescue fees Members any climbing gears
  • Member personal insurance
  • Sleeping bag and all personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges, liquor or soft drinks,
  • Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely personal nature
  • Custom clearing charges (import and export of equipment’s)
  • Any unforeseen expenses (just like road block extra hotel stay or if members stay more days at Base Camp) then members will be pay according to the numbers of days bases.