Minapin to Rakaposhi Base Camp
per person
- Difficulty: Medium
- Duration: 2-3 Days
- Region: Nagar, Gilgit Baltistan
In another section of the stunning Hunza Valley is this hike to the base camp of Rakaposhi, the 27th highest mountain in the world. It’s proven tricky to climb its summit over the years so there have only been 8 successful expeditions since it was first done in 1958! However, trekking to the Base Camp is relatively easy and you can do it with basic camping gear. Navigating this area seems daunting but it’s easier than you’d think. You can base yourself in the nearby town of Karimabad. If you decide you want to take a guide, get in touch with Rehman. The trek begins at a village called Minapin, picking up the trail behind the only guest house in town. The first few kilometres are tough, with steep glacial moraines to contend with, but stick to its left side and eventually, the ridge comes into sight. A couple of hours more leads you to a tiny cabin where you can spend the night. Then the route carries on the left side of the glacier till you reach a green pasture, the base camp… The panorama from here out over the Hunza Valley is mind-blowing!