Rakaposhi Gilgit Baltistan September 2018
Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek Range: Karakoram Altitude: Min : 600m - Max: 4938m Zone: Open Duration: 14 days Best Time: June - September Security : This area is 100% safe and if you wish to avoid Islamabad it is also possible to take this trek by driving into pakistan via Khujerab pass from China Rakaposhi (7788m) is one of the most beautiful peak and the world�s 29 th highest mountain. It dominates the horizon and watches over the Karakoram Highway as you travel from Gilgit to Hunza. The peak is surrounded by famous glaciers and valleys like Bagrot, Minapin and Jaglot. There are several approaches to Rakaposhi. Its Northwestern Peak (6858m) was first reached by Campbell Secord and Vyvyan in 1938 via Jaglot route. In 1958 a British � Pakistan Forces expedition led by Captain Michael E. B. Bank attempted the peak through the north side of the Kunti Glacier and what is known as Monk�s head. The leader Captain Bank and Lieutenant T.W. Patey of the British Roya...