Diran Peak 7266-M
Diran Peak, rising to an elevation of 7,266 meters 23,839 feet, is located in the Karakoram range of Gilgit- Baltistan. Pak It’s one of the most iconic and visually striking peaks in the region. Diran Peak is known for its pyramid-shaped summit, making it a coveted destination for mountaineers and adventurers.
Diran peak 7266m was first climbed in 1968 by three Austrians Rainer Goeschl, Rudolph Pischinger, and Hanns Schell. Earlier attempts by a German expedition in 1959 and an Australian expedition in 1964 were unsuccessful.
The peak presents a significant challenge to climbers due to its technical difficulty and unpredictable weather conditions. Despite its allure, Diran Peak has also earned a reputation for its hazards, including avalanches and crevasses.
Diran Peak is surrounded by stunning landscapes, including glaciers, alpine meadows, and rocky terrain, offering adventurers a truly unforgettable experience.
Dates & Cost- Diran Peak Expedition
| Diran Peak EXPEDITION | Cost (USD) | Cost (EUR) |
| Diran Peak Expedition 30 Days) – ALL INCLUSIVE | US$ 3,395 | € 3,225 |
| Diran Peak Expedition (34 Days) – ALL INCLUSIVE | US$ 3,580 | € 3,410 |
Detailed Itinerary Diran Peak Expedition
Welcome at Islamabad airport and transfer to hotel. Afternoon proceed for city tour of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, which includes famous Faisal Mosque, Shakar Parian, Pakistan monument, Damen Koh, Lok Versa, Museum, Rawalpindi old bazaar, Raja Bazaar.
Altitude: 540m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Naran 6-7 hours 239 km, after lunch continue drive to Chilas 3-4 hours 113.3 km via Babusar Pass 4,173 m.
Babusar Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4,173 m (13,691 ft) above the sea level. The pass is the highest point in the Kaghan Valley, Pakistan. The pass connects the Kaghan Valley via the Thak Nala with Chilas on the Karakorum Highway. It’s one of the famous hair pinned roads in the world.
Altitude: 1,265m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Minapin 6-7 hours. 200 km. En-route stop at junction point of three great mountain ranges meet, the Karakorum, Himalaya and Hindukush, at Thalichi for photography from Nanga Parbat 8,126 m and at Rakaposhi view point for photography and refreshment.
Altitude: 2,012m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek from Minapin village to Hapakun hours.
The trail begins behind the Minapin village, cross a bridge to the Minapin River’s true left bank. The step path gives wide views of the Minapin Glacier, and eventually of the entire Rakaposhi-Diran crest line.
Altitude: 2,804m
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek to Tagaphari (Rakaposhi base camp 3-4 hours), 3 km, after lunch continue trek to Diran Peak base camp.
Ascend a trail through forest with excellent views of Diran as you rise above the Minapin glacier. There is lush green Tagaphari meadow also summer huts with shepherds just overlooking the glacier’s supper ice fields.
Altitude: 3,650m
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
22 days in Diran Peak base camp for climbing.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek back to Rakaposhi base camp, after lunch continue trek down to Hapakun camp.
Altitude: 2,804m
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek down to Minapin 4 hours and drive to Karimabad. After refreshment local visits in Karimabad.
Altitude: 2,500m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Naran 355 km via Babusar Pass 4173 m. En-route stop at various viewpoints for photography and refreshment.
Altitude: 2,409m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive from Naran to Islamabad 5-6 hours, en-route visit Taxila museum and historical sites.
Accommodation: Hotel:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Islamabad airport for return flight.
- All domestic flights and road transfers
- All hotel accommodation (twin sharing room)
- All trekking accommodation during trek and at base camp
- All camping site and bridge fees
- Government fees (climbing permit fee) and paperwork
- Waste management fees (government requirement)
- Arrangement of Official Briefing/Debriefing.
- Assist import/export permit from Ministry of Tourism.
- Cargo handling and storage in Skardu office.
- Electricity generator
- First aid medicine kit (basic)
- Satellite phone for emergencies
- D3V sleeping tent, Toilet Tent, Shower Tent and store tnet.
- Kitchen equipment, crockery, cutlery, fuel and related community gear.
- Licensed professional guide (government requirement)
- Support staff (cook, assistant(s) etc)
- International airfare and airport taxes.
- Visa fee for Pakistan and personal insurance of the clients.
- Tips for drivers, porters and staff
- Single Supplement
- Transfers to and from airports for participants making individual air arrangements
- Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour
- Sleeping bag and all personal expenses such as telephone charges, liquor or soft drinks,
- Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely
- Any other service that is not mentioned in the list above.