rakaposhi Expedition
Rakaposhi also known as Dumani is a mountain of the Karakoram range, located in the Nagar valley of the Gilgit-Baltistan territory of Pakistan. The mountain is extrememly broad measuring almost 20km from East to West.
The Rakaposhi Mountain is located in Pakistan’s Gilgit Baltistan’s Nagar Valley. The mountain Rakaposhi is the 12th tallest in Pakistan and the 27th highest in the globe. Rakaposhi is more well-known for its beauty than its position would indicate. In the native tongue, the word “Rakaposhi” denotes snow cover. Dumani (the “Mother of Mist”) is another name for Rakaposhi. The mountain is very broad, about 20 kilometres from East to West. It is the only peak on Earth whose descent from summit to base is continuous and direct for over 6000 metres. It is a little surprising that there are just three paths to the peak given the size of the mountain. West Spur Although it is thought to be the simplest approach, it is also the most well-liked.
Rakaposhi East is the second-highest peak in the Rakaposhi massif after Rakaposhi (7010m). Geologists value this peak highly because it is the prow of the Eurasian landmass, while Nanga Parbat is the prow of the Indian landmass.
Following six unsuccessful Expeditions, Mike Banks and Tom Patty of a British-Pakistani Rakaposhi Expedition made the first ascent of Rakaposhi in 1958 using the Southwest Spur/Ridge route. Throughout the climb, both of them experienced slight frostbite.
Climb Rakaposhi with Skardu Expeditions Tracks and Tours:
Avalanches and unpredictably bad weather are risks that mountaineers who love extreme adventures take in order to reach the top of K2. The pyramid-shaped peak, which rises abruptly above the Karakorum Mountain range in Baltistan and is located high on the border between Pakistan and China, provides you with the chance to put your enthusiasm for and expertise in expeditions to the test.
Skardu Expeditions Tracks and Tours can assist you in turning your ambition of climbing Rakaposhi into a reality. If, then Rakaposhi is reachable:
- Rakaposhi Expedition gives the Fantastic mountain vistas
- Spectacular View of Karakoram Peaks
- One of the world’s top Climbing Adventure
- Experience the picturesque Hunza Valley of Pakistan
- Trekking & Climbing Expedition to Rakaposhi
- Explore the ancient Silk Route (Karakoram Highway).
| Day 01 | Arrive Islamabad- transfer to hotel |
| Day 02 | Briefing at Ministry of Toursim |
| Day 03 | Drive to Chilas on KKH |
| Day 04 | Drive to Gilgit on KKH |
| Day 05 | Drive to Bagrot Nallah |
| Day 06 | Trek to Bilchar |
| Day 07 | Trek to Rakaposhi Basecamp |
| Day 08-43 | Reserved for Climbing |
| Day 44 | Trek back to Bilchar |
| Day 45 | Trek back to Bagrot |
| Day 46 | Drive to Gilgit on KKH |
| Day 47 | Drive to Besham on KKH |
| Day 48 | Drive to Islamabad on KKH |
| Day 49 | De-Briefing at Ministry of Toursim |
| Day 50 | Fly back to next destination |
Equipment List
Equipment List We are providing you with three lists for the Trek. List 1 and 2 contain items and equipments that you must bring. The third list contains optional items you might need on your trekking holiday. Based on your own judgment you can select things that you might need from the third list.
1 – Must Bring Items:
- First Aid Pack (Diamox (Altitude), Dioralite (re-hydration salts), antiseptic cream, blister treatment, throat lozenges, plasters, Imodium (diarrhea treatment), painkillers)
- Hiking Backpack (Day Pack) 32-42 Litres
- Fleece jacket with hood or a warm jumper
- Mittens or gloves
- Gloves (Thermal)
- Headtorch with spare batteries
- Hiking boots
- Sleeping bag (-16°C comfort rated)
- Sandals (sports) or old shoes (to cross rivers)
- Sun protection cream (including total block for nose, lips etc.)
- Sunglasses
- Sunhat
- Thermarest or any similar mat/pad for sleeping
- Warm hat
- Warm jacket (down)
- Water bottles 1 liter (x2)
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof over-trousers
- Antibacterial hand wash
- Shirts/T-shirts
- Socks
- Spare laces
- Underwear (normal and thermal)
- Trekking poles (highly recommended)
- Wash-bag and toiletries
- Walking socks (2/3 pairs)
- Baselayer – leggings (Thermal)
- Trekking Trousers
- Baselayer thermal shirts (2 long sleeves, 2 short sleeves)
- Mountaineering equipment (See “List 2” below)
List 2 – Mountaineering Equipments:
- Crampons
- Mountaineering boots that must be compatible with your crampons. Minimum Grade B2.
- Ice axe
- Climbing harness
- Karabiner/Carabiner (screwgate type x 2)
- Climbing helmet
- Prusik loops X two (2) – (4 meters of 6 mm cord makes up 2)
- Sling (120 cm)
List 3 – Optional:
- Buff or scarf
- Small padlock (for locking your bag)
- Camera
- Insect repellant
- Pen-knife (important: pack sharp tools in hold luggage)
- Repair kit (e.g. thread, needle, duct tape)
- Liner (for sleeping bag)
- Travel clothes
- Bottle for Pee
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