China, Pakistan · Trekking

7-Day Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek from Gilgit with Hunza and Passu

7 Days Round trip from Gilgit Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a rewarding trek to Rakaposhi Base Camp
02 Take in majestic views of Golden Peak, Diran Peak, and Mia Glacier
03 Drive along the scenic Karakoram Highway through Hunza and Passu
04 Visit Baltit Fort and explore the Karimabad bazaar
05 Ride across Attabad Lake and see the Hussaini suspension bridge

Embark on an adventurous expedition to Rakaposhi in Pakistan's Karakoram mountain range on this 7-day journey from Gilgit. Trek from Minapin to Rakaposhi Base Camp and witness spectacular vistas of Diran Peak, Spantik/Golden Peak, Ultar Peak, Lady Finger, and Mia Glacier. Along the way, explore Hunza and Karimabad, visit Baltit Fort, enjoy a boat ride on Attabad Lake, and admire the beauty of Passu Valley and the Karakoram Highway. The trip also takes you to Khunjerab Pass at the Pak-China border for more dramatic mountain scenery.

After breakfast, drive to Khunjerab Pass (4,700 m) via Sost Valley (2.5 hours).

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Gilgit, Hunza, Khunjerab National Park

Languages English, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Gilgit Arrival and Hunza Valley Exploration

Pick up from Gilgit airport and drive to Hunza (2 hours), with stopovers at the Old Silk Route and the Rakaposhi viewpoint.
Arrive in Hunza, check in, and spend some free time.
Have lunch, then hike to Baltit Fort and visit the Karimabad bazaar.
Head to Duikar (Eagle's Nest) for a sunset view and a better view of the high mountains around Hunza Valley.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Karakoram Mountains, including Rakaposhi (7,785 m), Diran Peak (7,200 m), Spantik/Golden Peak (7,027 m), Ultar Peak (7,344 m), Lady Finger (6,000 m), Hopper Glacier, Mia Glacier, and more, then drive back to Minapin Valley (1 hour).

Dinner & overnight stay
FOOD: BREAKFAST+LUNCH+DINNER

Day 02

Trek from Minapin to Hapakun Camp

After breakfast, start trekking from Minapin to Hapakun Camp (4-5 hours). If not tired, you can continue directly to the base camp, which is a further 3-hour hike.
Take a short break on the way for tea and snacks. Continue trekking to Hapakun Camp, arrive, and spend some free time enjoying the views.

Dinner & overnight camping.
FOOD: BREAKFAST+LUNCH+DINNER

Day 03

Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek and Viewpoint Hike

Eat breakfast and continue the trek to Rakaposhi Base Camp (3 hours).
Arrive at the base camp, then enjoy some free time to take in the surrounding views and have a lunch break.
Hike up to the viewpoint (1 hour) and witness the views of Rakaposhi, Diran, other magnificent peaks, and Minapin Glacier, then hike back to the campsite for dinner and overnight camping.

FOOD: BREAKFAST+LUNCH+DINNER

Day 04

Return to Minapin and Drive to Karimabad

Eat breakfast and hike back to Minapin.
Transfer to the car and drive to Karimabad Valley for dinner and an overnight stay.

FOOD: BREAKFAST+LUNCH+DINNER

Day 05

Attabad Lake, Ghulkin, and Passu Valley

After breakfast, drive to Attabad Lake via the Attabad Tunnel and go for a boat ride on the lake.
Drive to Ghulkin Valley, explore the valley, and meet locals.
Then head to the Hussaini suspension bridge, explore the bridge, and continue to Borith Lake.
Hike up to Passu Glacier (15 hours), explore the glacier, and enjoy amazing views of the Karakoram Mountains, including Passu Peak (7,478 m), Shispare Peak (7,611 m), and more.
Return to the car and drive to Passu Valley for dinner and an overnight stay.

FOOD: BREAKFAST+LUNCH+DINNER

Day 06

Khunjerab Pass Excursion and Return to Gilgit

After breakfast, drive to Khunjerab Pass (4,700 m) via Sost Valley (2.5 hours).
Enjoy the drive and the amazing high mountains of the Karakoram on the way to the Pak-China border.
Explore the border and transfer back to Passu Valley (2.5 hours).
Stop in the small villages of Gojal Valley, then continue back to Gilgit for dinner and an overnight stay.

FOOD: BREAKFAST+LUNCH+DINNER

Day 07

Departure from Gilgit

Have your breakfast and transfer to the airport to board your return flight.

Where this trip takes you

Rakaposhi Base Camp, Attabad Lake boat ride, Baltit Fort, Passu Valley

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Gilgit 3 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private transport from Gilgit to Gilgit
Porters from Minapin to base camp and back (not for personal luggage)
Campsite fee
Accommodation: six (05) nights in a hotel and two (02) nights camping on a twin-sharing basis
Tents, sleeping bags, and mattresses
Food: three standard meals per day
All guided excursions

What's Not Included

Medication, evacuation, and rescue in emergencies
Personal insurance, international airfare, airport taxes, and extra expenses due to landslides, roadblocks, etc.
Extras at hotels, such as drinks, laundry, and phone calls
Any travel cost (bus or jeeps) if anyone leaves the trek at any stage for any reason
Anything other than what is mentioned above in the "Cost Include" section is not included in the cost

Know before you go

Minimum members required to operate the trip are 8-11. In case a trip is cancelled by us due to low registration, members who have paid will be entitled to a 100% refund or may transfer the amount to the next trip.
Every member must keep his or her CNIC.
Members should report 20 minutes before the departure time.
Members must behave ethically with their fellow group members; otherwise, we may cancel their trip at any time.
We are not responsible for personal injuries or accidents.
We are not responsible for the loss of any kind of personal belongings.
No refund shall be made if a member leaves the event midway due to any personal reason.
No refund shall be made in case of natural disasters or any unforeseen circumstances beyond human control.
If places are closed due to any reason, the guide will take you to another place instead.
A trekking kit is not included in any of our trips. You must arrange your own full trekking gear, including torches, a power bank, and other important items.
No drugs or weapons are allowed.