Pakistan · Trekking

5-Day Rush Lake Trek in Pakistan with K2 and Karakoram Views

5 Days Round trip from Hopar Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through the spectacular Karakoram and Himalayan mountain ranges
02 Experience breathtaking views of K2 and other majestic peaks
03 Visit Rush Lake, one of the highest alpine lakes in the world
04 Explore scenic valleys and observe unique flora and fauna
05 Enjoy the hospitality and culture of local communities

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day adventure through Pakistan's magnificent Karakoram and Himalayan mountain ranges. Witness stunning views of K2 and other awe-inspiring peaks, and visit Rush Lake, set amid towering summits. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the region as you trek through scenic valleys and diverse landscapes, while enjoying rich cultural interaction with local communities in this extraordinary part of the world.

Witness stunning views of K2 and other awe-inspiring peaks, and visit Rush Lake, set amid towering summits.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Islamabad, Hunza

Languages Arabic, English, Persian, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hoper to Barpo via Shiskin

Cross the glacier and stop for lunch at Shiskin. It takes 4 hours to reach the lunch point.
Later, hike to Baricho base camp at 3300 m.
Day 1 is comfortable but quite long, with a 5-hour hike through Barpo Oasis, a flat area with junipers and wild roses during summer.

Day 02

Baricho Chor to Chidin Hara Camp

This is a steep day with no water available. Fill your bottles and continue hiking for 5 hours to camp.
From here, you can view the Hunza and Nagar mountains and valleys, and enjoy stargazing in the night sky. It takes a 4-hour steep hike.

Day 03

Chidin Hara to Rush Lake

Reach the main camp at Rush Lake, an alpine lake surrounded by mountains. This scenic spot offers views of the Hunza, Shimshal, and Hoper Hisper peaks. It takes 2 hours to reach Rush Lake.

Day 04

Rush Lake to Phi Phari

Enjoy a descending hike of 2 hours through a forest beside the Miar and Barpo glaciers, followed by a bonfire.

Day 05

Phi Pahri to Hamder Meadows

This is the most amazing part of the trek. Hike across Miar's crisp glacier walk for 5 hours to Hamdar Meadows and camp here in front of Golden Peak near the Miar Glacier.
The next day, return to Hoper Valley.