Map and Itinerary of Rakaposhi expedition in Pakistan

Introduction

Trango Adventure has a long track record of organising Rakaposhi Expeditions in Pakistan. We have had groups successfully climb Rakaposhi on previous occasions. We designed our itinerary based on over 40 Years of experience, which is the best in terms of acclimatization, safety and enjoyment. We intend to keep to the day-by-day itinerary detailed below, although there might be some flexibility due to local conditions or other factors beyond our control. If this is the case the trek leader will do everything possible to work out the changes to the itinerary to minimize your inconvenience.

Adventure travel requires an open and flexible attitude. You may experience extreme conditions, unpredictable weather and last-minute changes to the itinerary beyond our control. The ability to work in a team is an important aspect of all of our trips.

Detailed expedition itinerary

Rakaposhi Expedition Cost and Date 2025-26

Private Groups – Chose Your Dates

Expedition starts and finishes in Islamabad-Domestic Flight Inc

Services

Introduction

Our Rakaposhi Expedition prices are without the Royalty and High Altitude climbers Fees. Royalty Fees are mandatory and set by the local authorities so they will be added to the total cost. High Altitude climbers climbers are not mandatory. We can provide High-altitude climbers if you need them. High Altitude climber salaries will depend on their experience and the number of mountains they submitted.

The above Price is for our services from Islamabad to Rakaposhi Base Camp and return to Islamabad. We also provide services above the Base camp, contact us for more information.

Expeditions prices are for the itinerary which starts and finishes in Islamabad. Most International airlines fly to Islamabad. Please make sure to book your return flight from Islamabad as well. To avoid high international flight Costs, we recommend you purchase your flight tickets as early as possible, especially during peak times. Please note that you may be asked to pay the Royalty Fee in advance of your final holiday balance.

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE – NO SURCHARGE GUARANTEE:

The price of our holidays can change depending on a variety of factors but unlike some other tour operators, Trango Adventure have undertaken to guarantee the price of your holiday will not change after you have booked. The price when you book is the price you will pay, whether you are booking for this year or the next. Book early to avoid any tour price increases, get the best flight prices and take advantage of our ‘No Surcharge Guarantee’. Trango Adventure is a Government-licensed and bonded tour operator that follows the strict Regulations set by the Tourism Department of Pakistan.

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Rakaposhi Expedition 2025-26 information

Climbing a mountain in Pakistan

Pakistan occupies about 880,000 square kilometres of land, it stretches from the Arabian Sea to the high mountains of Central Asia. Pakistan is a country of contrasts: expansive dusty plains to the high snowy peaks of the Karakoram and the Himalayas in Gilgit Baltistan. Here,  the world’s three Great mightiest mountain ranges meet the Karakoram, the Handukush and the Himalayas. This region is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking mountains. Five of the fourteen highest peaks of the world are here, the mountain of the mountain K2 (8,611), the Magnificent Nanga Parbat (8126), Hidden Peak(8080 ), Broad Peak (8047 ), and Gashebrum II ((8035m ). Gilgit Baltistan (northern areas) has also the largest Glaciers outside the polar glaciers. The scope for Climbing a Mountain in Pakistan is virtually unlimited. Climbing Holidays will depend on what type of climbing you would like to do, how much experience you have, Which season you would like to go, how many days you have available, etc. We have been organizing Expeditions in the Karakoram for 40 years, so we have the expertise to help you organise your next Climbing trip. Our expert Advisors will be happy to assist you. In Pakistan, we have to apply for climbing permits for many Peaks, so if you know which mountain you want to climb then please let us know in good time so we can arrange this for you.

Climbing & Trekking Permit

Once you have decided which mountain you want to climb, we can start the preparations and apply for the necessary permits. A climbing permit is required to climb peaks which are above 6,500 meters, and a trekking permit is required for some areas, one of which is the Central Karakoram National Park area(CKNP). We have extensive details of all peaks, permit fees, rules and regulations regarding climbing in Pakistan. We will take care of everything so you can focus on your Climbing.

Royalty Fees

At the beginning of each year, the Gilgit-Baltistan Council publishes the official royalty fees for the upcoming summer and winter climbing season. This notification is publicly available and makes a distinction in terms of the mountain, trekking and waste disposal fees for various areas and the two seasons. We have to apply for the Permits that’s why we need a deposit from you. The royalty fees for the permits are paid to the Gilgit-Baltistan Government, and they are not refundable. Contact us for more details.

Government Clearance.

All particulars about your expedition including the details of all members must be sent to us so that we can get the government clearance for the approval of your climbing permit. Additional members can still be added or changed at a later date if needed but it is best to send everything well in advance to prevent any delays at the start of your expedition. We currently advise you to apply not later than 3 months in advance as unfortunately, we have noticed that the time for clearance is taking longer each year.

Environment.

All expeditions are required to submit an environmental undertaking which states that they will take their garbage with them after the end of the expedition. The Liaison Officer will have to certify that the team has left the mountain clean, if this has not been done satisfactorily fines will be imposed. A separate environment waste management fee is charged to each expedition member for maintenance of the mountain environs which is non-refundable.

Expedition Cargo & Climbing Gear

We will take care of all the formalities to clear your expedition cargo & safely store it before your arrival. Any charges incurred at clearance (during export or import) of your equipment will not be paid by us. All non-consumable equipment that you bring in will be duty-free if you take it back with you. You are not allowed to trade in it. The consumable goods are similarly duty-free as long as they are used for the purpose they have been brought in for. The unconsumed materials have to be re-exported. We have a selection of well-maintained climbing materials, which we are renting out to expeditions and items for sale like different variations of climbing rope and gas canisters.

Base Camp Staff & High Altitude Porters

There will be a complete kitchen team to take care of you and your expedition members at your base camp and of course on the trek to and from Base Camp. The number of staff depends on the number of climbers. However, for our normal expeditions ranging from 10-15 members, we provide one head cook, one assistant cook and one or two helpers who take care of base camp services. We are also able to arrange experienced high-altitude porters to assist you during your climb, kindly inquire well in advance so that we can hire the best High Altitude Porters for you.

Cancellation.

In case you have to cancel your expedition plans or want to postpone your trip, the royalty fee will be forfeited. It cannot be carried forward to a future trip or be refunded. The royalty is refunded if the government cancels a permit for some reason. Cost related to our services will be (partially) refunded based on our Terms & Conditions.

What is Included?

• Liaison with the Ministry of Tourism in Islamabad for the climbing permit process, providing measurements of the appointed Liaison officer for his prescribed kit.
• Process of import/export permit from the Ministry of Tourism.
• Clearance of cargo before arrival of the team and its storage.
• Assistance upon arrival/departure. Official Briefing/Debriefing.
• Hotel accommodation in Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Chilas and Skardu.
• All meals during the trek and at B.C. as per itinerary. Porterage of 75 kg per person of expedition equipment and high altitude food etc. to the B.C. and 50 kg per person on return from BC.
• Road transfers between the airport/hotel and within the city as per itinerary.
• Sleeping tents, mattresses, mess, kitchen and toilet tent with tables/field stools and camping ground fees. Kitchen equipment, crockery, cutlery, fuel and related community gear.
• Wages and basic kit of guide, sirdar, cook and assistant(s).
• Insurance of our field staff and low altitude porters (except helicopter rescue).
• Porterage at airports, hotels, toll taxes parking fees etc
• Mail handling/forwarding to BC/overseas except postage charges
• confirmation of air tickets
• Hiring of HAPs, mail runner(s) and any other crew as per requirement.
• The team arranges the wages and kit.

What’s not included?

• International, airport tax, excess baggage charges
• Surface transfers in case of flight cancellations to the kickoff point
• Liaison Officer kit and equipment, allowances, travel, hotels, meals and insurance and his expenses of any kind
• High altitude porters/any crew above BC
• Tents, sleeping bags, personal and climbing equipment of any kind beyond
• base camp including high-altitude food and oxygen
• Medications, ground evacuations and helicopter rescue charges of any kind
• Room services, laundry, beverages, phone/communication bills and items of a personal nature.
• Insurance liability of member (s) and other under force majeure conditions
• Climbing Permit, Pollution and Environmental fee or any other fee requirement
• by the Government of Pakistan
• Clearing agent charges.

Fully inclusive of all meals throughout, from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on the last day of the trip.

Accommodation

During this trip, the group will spend 2-3 nights in Islamabad at a good standard hotel. The group will also have a night in a tourist standard hotel in Skardu before and after the trekking. Accommodation at each of these hotels is twin-sharing with en-suite facilities. Whilst on trek there will be a share base camping in 2-person tents. If you are travelling by yourself you will be paired with another single client of the same sex. It is possible to hire a single tent while on trek for an additional cost. Please note single tent hire does not include single rooms in hotels. For the hotel nights, single rooms are available for a supplementary cost. Additional hotel nights in Islamabad are also available. For hotel prices and single supplement costs please contact our Advisers. Hotel rooms are subject to availability and prices may vary.

Health & Vaccinations

You should contact your doctor or travel clinic to check whether you specifically require any vaccinations or other preventive measures. You should be up to date with routine courses and boosters as recommended in the UK e.g. diphtheria-tetanus-polio and measles-mumps-rubella), along with hepatitis A and typhoid. Malarial prophylaxis is discretionary for this trip. Malaria exists in the area around Islamabad. However, incidences of urban transmission of malaria are extremely low. In Hunza and the mountains, there is no malaria risk. A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required if travelling from countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transmitted for more than 12 hrs through an airport of a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission. On holidays to more remote areas, you should also have a dentist check-up. A good online resource is Travel Health Pro.

Group Leader & Support Staff

This holiday involves going to very high altitudes. During your trip, you will be spending at least one night above 4,000 metres and/or trekking to 5,000 metres or above. This is not something that you should worry about; the human body is quite capable of adapting to a very wide range of altitudes, but we must follow some simple rules to acclimatize successfully. Before coming on this holiday you should read the advice on trekking at high altitude on our website. Unless you have previous experience of trekking above 4,000 metres you should consult one of our trekking experts before embarking on this holiday.

Climate

Passport & Visas

Visa Pakistan

All nationalities require a visa to enter Pakistan. The visa fee is approximately $ 100 and you must apply for it before departure. To obtain a visa for Pakistan you will require a letter of introduction from an approved agency which will be provided by Trango Adventure. For some treks, you will also be required to submit a copy of the group ‘Restricted Area’ permit which will be provided by Trango. Visa applications can be made online or in person at the Pakistan consulate/Embassy in your home country.

Equipment List

We will send you a detailed list of items close to your  Holiday departure. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum. Anything not required on the trek can be left at the group hotel in Islamabad. Please note that your mountaineering equipment will be packed into additional, communal kitbags at the start of the trekking and this equipment will not be part of your weight limit.

Email [email protected]  for more information about the Rakaposhi Expedition in Pakistan.