RAKAPOSHI 7,788m

RAKAPOSHI (7,788m)

Rakaposhi is a mountain in the Karakoram mountain range. It is situated in the Nagar Valley approximately 100 km north of the city of Gilgit. Rakaposhi means "shining wall" in the local language. Rakaposhi is also known as Rakaposhi Peak. Rakapushi and Dumani ("Mother of Mist"). It is ranked 27th highest in the world and 12th highest in Pakistan, but it is more popular for its beauty than its rank might suggest and is said to be one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. Rakaposhi was first climbed in 1958 by Mike Banks and Tom Patey, members of a British-Pakistani expedition, via the Southwest Spur/Ridge route. Both of them suffered minor frostbite during the ascent. Another climber slipped and fell on the descent and died during the night.

ITINERARY

DAY-01

Arrive Islamabad. Overnight in hotel.

DAY-02	Briefing at the Ministry of Tourism. Meeting with LO (Liaison Officer).
DAY-03	12 hours drive to Chilas. Overnight in hotel.
DAY-04	4 hours drive to Gilgit. Overnight in hotel.
Day 5-7	1/2 hour jeep drive to Juglot village. 3 day trek to Rakaposhi basecamp. Traditional camps.
Day 8-38	Climb Rakaposhi. No. of days depends on weather, fitness, and experience of the climbers.
Day 39-41	Trek to Juglot village. Traditional camps. 1/2 hour jeep drive to Gilgit. Overnight in hotel.
Day-42	Drive to Chilas. Overnight in hotel.
DAY-43	Drive to Islamabad. Overnight in hotel.
DAY-44	De-briefing in the Ministry of Tourism.
DAY-45	Fly home.