Rakaposhi Expedition (7788m)
Tour Overview
Rakaposhi (7788m) is one of the most beautiful mountains on Earth — its 5,800m vertical rise from the Hunza valley is the greatest in the world. Climb its classic SW face route.
40
days
12
Max Group
extreme
Difficulty
summer
Best Season
Difficulty Level
ExtremeHighlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Gilgit / Hunza
Arrive in Gilgit and transfer to the Rakaposhi side.
Minapin
Drive to Minapin village and trek toward the glacier.
Rakaposhi Base Camp
Trek to Rakaposhi Base Camp (3,800m).
Acclimatization & Summit Push
Rotations and summit push on the SW face over subsequent weeks.
Descent
Return to Minapin and Gilgit.
What's Included
- Expedition permits
- Base camp services
- Porters
- Climbing guides
- Hotels & transport
- All meals
- Rescue support
Not Included
- International flights
- Insurance
- Gear rental
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Tour Details
Accommodation
Hotels in Gilgit/Hunza, full base camp, high-altitude camps.
Transport
Road from Gilgit, jeeps to Minapin, trekking thereafter.
Food
Full board expedition food.
Meeting Point
Gilgit
Safety & Equipment
Safety Information
Extreme altitude with steep ice climbing. Requires strong 6000m+ experience.
Required Equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best season for Rakaposhi?
June through September offer the most stable conditions for the summit push.