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Rakaposhi

Rakaposhi is the most iconic mountain in Karakoram Mountain range Gilgit Baltistan. Located in the middle of Bagrote Valley it is ranked as 27th highest mountain in the world. This is alternatively known as Damani which means mother of most or mother of clouds. The literal meaning of Rakaposhi is “covered with snow". The snow covered beautiful peak of the mountain is visible all the way from Karakoram Highway route and it can also be seen from Hunza Valley. Rakaposhi Base camp can be hiked in minimum of 1 to 3 days with complete guidance from us. Ghulmet Base Camp is one of the most astonishing and beautiful camp especially in evening.


Rakaposhi is the most iconic mountain in Karakoram Mountain range Gilgit Baltistan. Located in the middle of Bagrote Valley it is ranked as 27th highest mountain in the world. This is alternatively known as Damani which means mother of most or mother of clouds. The literal meaning of Rakaposhi is “covered with snow". The snow covered beautiful peak of the mountain is visible all the way from Karakoram Highway route and it can also be seen from Hunza Valley. Rakaposhi Base camp can be hiked in minimum of 1 to 3 days with complete guidance from us. Ghulmet Base Camp is one of the most astonishing and beautiful camp especially in evening. This mountain in 20 km broad (East to West). Rakaposhi was summited in 1958 by non natives named Mike Banks and Tom Patey. Another alpinist tried but couldn’t make it. He died off slipping from peak unfortunately. Various Polish, British American, Austro-German, Japanese, German and other teams have been successful in summiting Rakaposhi. Rakaposhi has been given the title of community Park by local community. A wide range if wildlife is found in Rakaposhi such as wolves, snow leopards, bears and sheep. For tourists a very attractive point has been made named Zero Point of Rakaposhi. The most unique feature of Rakaposhi Mountain is that it can be seen from many places.

Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek

Rakaposhi Base Camp is located at the base of Rakaposhi Peak near Minapin Glacier. Minapin Village in Nagar Valley is the closest route to hike. The height of Basecamp is 3400 meters. One needs a serious amount of elevation in order to reach this base camp. The easiest and shortest way to the base camp is called as Tagaphari. Rakaposhi was first climbed by Mike Banks and Tom Patey in 1958. The special feature of Rakaposhi is that it changes colour during the day time and it is extraordinary beautiful. The turn of Khizerabad is the most spectacular view one can ever witness.


Rakaposhi Base Camp is located at the base of Rakaposhi Peak near Minapin Glacier. Minapin Village in Nagar Valley is the closest route to hike. The height of Basecamp is 3400 meters. One needs a serious amount of elevation in order to reach this base camp. The easiest and shortest way to the base camp is called as Tagaphari. Rakaposhi was first climbed by Mike Banks and Tom Patey in 1958. The special feature of Rakaposhi is that it changes colour during the day time and it is extraordinary beautiful. The turn of Khizerabad is the most spectacular view one can ever witness.



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