Rakaposhi Expedition (7788m)




Overview
Rakaposhi Mountain is in the Nagar Valley of Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. Rakaposhi is ranked 27th highest mountain in the world and 12th highest in Pakistan. Rakaposhi is more popular for its beauty than its rank might suggest. Rakaposhi means “Snow Covered” in the local language. Rakaposhi is also known as Dumani (“Mother of Mist''). The mountain is extremely broad measuring almost 20 km from East to West. It is the only peak on Earth that drops directly, uninterrupted, for almost 6000m from the summit to the base. Considering the mountain’s bulk it is slightly surprising that there are only three completed routes to the summit. SW Spur This is considered the easiest route and is consequently the most popular.
Besides the highest peak of the Rakaposhi massif is Rakaposhi East (7010m). This peak also holds significant value to Geologists as it is the prow of the Eurasian landmass with Nanga Parbat representing the prow of the Indian land mass.
After six failed Expeditions, Rakaposhi was first climbed in 1958 by Mike Banks and Tom Petty, members of a British-Pakistani Rakaposhi Expedition, via the Southwest Spur/Ridge route. Both of them suffered minor frostbite during the ascent.
Itinerary
Day-1
ARRIVAL DAY IN ISLAMABAD PAKISTAN
Day-3
DRIVE TO MINAPIN (220km) 7 HOURS DRIVE
Day-2
FLY TO GILGIT
Day- 4
TREK TO TAGSAFARI (3700m) 6 HOURS WALKING
Day-5
TREK TO BASE CAMP,(3900M) 4 HOURS WALKING
Day-36
TREK TO TAGSAFARI 4 HOURS WALKING
Day-6_35
We will set up our camps at the base camp of Laila Peak, and your non guided climbing session of the expedition will begin from here onwards. We will camp at the Base Camp for the whole climbing duration. Our guide, Chef, and other staff will stay with you for the entire time. Our chefs will make healthy and nutritious foods during the trek and climbing period. We believe that good nutritious food plays a vital role in out-door sports
Day-37
TREK TO MINAPIN 5-HOURS WALKING
Day-38
DRIVE TO GILGIT (220Km) 3 HOURS DRIVE
Day-40
DEPARTURE DAY-FLY BACK HOME
Day-39
FLY TO ISLAMABAD (Incase of flight Cancellations Drive via kkh
Day- 4
TREK TO TAGSAFARI (3700m) 6 HOURS WALKING
What's Included
For both local and international travelers
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Airport Transfer on 1st and last day
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All hotel accommodations
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All domestic Flight and road transfers
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All meals includes, Breakfast, Lunch Dinner
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All Meals during trek and at Base Camp
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Climbing Permits, Briefing and deferring
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Satellite phone
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Generator for electricity
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Porterage of 75 kg per person for expedition equipment
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Sleeping tent, Mess tent , Kitchen tent, Toilet tent and shower Tent
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Kitchen equipment, crockery, Fuel and related Gear
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Experienced Pakistani Chef, Guide and staff
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Insurance of our low altitude porters (Except Helicopter rescue)
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Letter of invitation for visa support
What's not Included
For both local and international travelers
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Royalty fee
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Sleeping bags, personal climbing gear, climbing shoes and clothing, life insurances, health insurance, rescue fee, tips and any kind of personal item.
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International Airfares
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Visa for Pakistan
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Personal insurance of the clients,
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High altitude porters or any crew above Base Camp
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Helicopter charges encase of any emergency
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Any other services that is not mentioned in the above list