Diran (7,266 m), also called Minapin Peak, stands east of Rakaposhi in the Rakaposhi Haramosh mountains of Nagar. It was first climbed in 1968 by the Austrians Rainer Goeschl, Rudolph Pischinger and Hanns Schell. The normal route is the west ridge, a snow and ice climb with crevasses and avalanche risk that must be watched carefully. We approach from Minapin along the Minapin Glacier.
| 1 | Departure/Return Location | International Airport, Islamabad |
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| 2 | Mountain Range: Karakoram | Region: Nagar, Gilgit Baltistan |
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| 3 | Elevation: 7,266 m | Best Time: June to August |
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| 4 | Duration: 31 Days | Zone: Open |
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Day 1Arrive in Islamabad (540 m)Our team meets you at Islamabad airport and takes you to your hotel. Rest after your flight. Overnight in hotel.
Day 2Expedition briefing in IslamabadOfficial expedition briefing at the Ministry of Tourism with the Alpine Club of Pakistan, final paperwork, gear check and last shopping. Overnight in hotel.
Day 3Fly to Gilgit (1,500 m) and drive to Minapin (2,000 m)Flight to Gilgit (or the Karakoram Highway if cancelled), then about 2 hours by road to Minapin village in Nagar. Overnight in hotel.
Day 4Minapin: final preparationsRepack loads and meet the porters. Overnight in hotel.
Day 5Trek from Minapin to Hapakun (about 2,900 m)About 4 hours along the Minapin Glacier. Overnight in tent.
Day 6Trek to Diran Base Camp (about 3,700 m)About 4 hours across the Minapin Glacier to Base Camp below Diran. Overnight in tent.
Day 7 to 26Climbing period on Diran (7,266 m)We climb the west ridge, the normal route, with a crevassed glacier section, three high camps and fixed rope on the steep parts, after acclimatisation rotations.
Day 27Trek down to MinapinClean up Base Camp and walk down to Minapin. Overnight in hotel.
Day 28Drive to GilgitShort drive to Gilgit. Overnight in hotel.
Day 29Fly to Islamabad and debriefingFlight to Islamabad (or the Karakoram Highway if cancelled) and debriefing. Overnight in hotel.
Day 30Spare day in IslamabadKept free for delays on the road. Overnight in hotel.
Day 31Fly homeTransfer to Islamabad airport for your flight home.
Services Include:| Expedition permit, royalty and all government fees |
| Ministry of Tourism briefing and debriefing in Islamabad |
| Liaison officer fees, kit allowance and insurance where required |
| Airport pick up and drop off in Islamabad |
| Hotel in Islamabad on bed and breakfast as per itinerary |
| Hotels in Gilgit and Minapin on full board as per itinerary |
| Domestic flights Islamabad to Gilgit and back (road travel by private vehicle if flights are cancelled) |
| All jeep transport to and from the trek start |
| Porters to carry expedition loads to Base Camp and back |
| Experienced guide on the approach trek |
| Base Camp cook and kitchen team |
| All meals during the trek and at Base Camp |
| Base Camp tents: sleeping, dining, kitchen, toilet and shower tents with tables, chairs and mattresses |
| Gas and fuel for cooking at Base Camp |
| Wages, food, equipment and insurance for all staff and porters |
| First aid kit at Base Camp |
| Garbage management and transport of waste back to Skardu |
| International flights to and from Islamabad |
| Pakistan visa fee |
| Travel, medical and helicopter rescue insurance (mandatory) |
| Lunch and dinner in Islamabad |
| Personal climbing gear and clothing |
| High altitude porters and high altitude food above Base Camp (available on request) |
| Supplementary oxygen (available on request) |
| Extra hotel nights or meals caused by early return, flight delays or road closures |
| Excess baggage on domestic flights |
| Drinks, laundry, phone calls and other personal expenses |
| Summit bonus for climbing staff |
| Tips for guides, cooks and porters |
| Helicopter rescue costs |
| Anything not listed under included services |
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