Diran Peak Expedition

7266 m

Overview

Diran Peak is one of the most beautiful and photogenic peaks in the Karakoram Range, known for its snow-covered pyramid shape and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.The first successful ascent of Diran Peak was made in 1968 by an Austrian expedition led by Rainer Goeschl. The team included Rudolf Pischinger and Hanns Schell, both experienced mountaineers.

The Austrian team climbed the peak via the Minapin Glacier and South Ridge, which is now considered the "standard" route. Their success is notable given the challenging terrain, crevasse hazards, and unpredictable weather conditions typical of the Karakoram region.

Expedition Facts

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Itinerary

Day 1. Islamabad

Arrival Islamabad, after short rest visit Rawalpindi & Islamabad. Hotel

Day 2. Islamabad–Chilas

Drive to Chilas via Besham (12 hours) or Babusar Pass (10 hours). 1265m, Hotel

Day 3. Chilas–Gilgit

Drive to Joglot (4 hours). 1500m, Hotel

Day 4. Gilgit–Minapin Village

2-3 hours drive from Gilgit to Minapin Village in Nagar Valley. 2000m, Hotel

Day 5. Minapin–Tagafri

Trek to Tagafri base camp. 3800m, Tents 

Day 6. Tagafri–Diran base camp

5-6 hours trek along the Minapin Glacier. 3600m, Tents

Day 7. Acclimatization

Short hike around Base Camp for acclimatization. 4000m, Tents

Day 8-18. Climbing

Climbing. Tents

Day 19. Diran BC

Recovery day and celebration at Base Camp. 4000m, Tents

Day 20. Diran BC–Minapin Village

5-6 hours trek back to Minapin Village. 2000m, Tents

Day 21. Minapin–Gilgit

3-4 hour drive to Gilgit. 1500m, Hotel

Day 22. Gilgit–Islamabad

Flight to Islamabad or drive to Naran/Besham. Hotel

Days 23. Naran–Islamabad

Drive to Islamabad. Hotel

Day 24. Islamabad

Free day in Islamabad. Hotel

Day 25. Hotel–Airport

Departure from Islamabad

Note: The option of taking a flight to Gilgit after arrival in Islamabad on day 1 is possible depending upon the arrival time of international flight.