Overview
Itinerary Code (NT-160). Rush lake Trekking is a light adventure trek, and best for beginners, but equally enchanting for experienced Trekkers. It’s located in the Karakorum Range, Nagar valley. The main town being the nearest is Hunza,Gilgit-Baltistan Pakistan.
Rush lake is one of the world’s highest Alpine lakes at an Altitude of 4,694 m (15,400 ft.) locally known as “Rush Phari” which means sparkling water. During the trek, on a sunny day you will have a view of the mighty K-2, Broad Peak (Only the tip) and gigantic Peaks of Hunza Valley. During the Trek, you will be crossing several white glaciers, high meadows and lovely irrigated terraces. Local shepherds during the summer take the herds of Yaks and other domestic animals to low laying summer pastures during the summer.
From Rush lake there is a two hours climb to Rush Peak (5,098 m) which can be climbed by beginner trekkers, all we expect is willingness and a bit of fitness. From the top of Rush Peak you can have stunning views of Miar Peak (6,824 m) and Phuparash Peak (6,574 m).
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Islamabad International Airport
On this day your scheduled flight will reach at the Islamabad International Airport. Our representative/Guide(s) will meet and greet. You will be transferred to hotel for fresh ups and, continue drive to Besham. Check in to Hotel.
Day 02: CBisham to Gilgit
Early morning drive to Gilgit the capital city of Gilgit-Baltistan region. Will make frequent stops for Photos and Tea. Check in to Hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Hunza
We drive towards Hunza along KKH.Will stop by Rakaposhi view point and old Silk Route Trails for Photos and continue our way to Hopper Valley a small village and the starting Point of Rush lake Trek. Check in to Hotel.
Day 04: Hopper to Shiskin
Today is the first day of Trek. After breakfast we will set early morning through a hot trail so keep your water bottles full, to keep yourself well hydrated. We will cross the white hopper Glacier, then continue the trek along the glacial moraine and reach Shiskin.Our camp one.
Day 05: Shiskin to Barpu Giram
On this day we will climb a rocky hot gully and reach Barpu Glacier. In approx.( 1 hr). we will cross the Barpu Glacier, the crossing is again a bit steep. Will reach Barpu Giram. Our camp 2
Day 06: Trek to Rush lake
On day 3 of the Trek will continue our walk from Barpu Giram to Rush lake, it is an easy zig zag path. At the top we will have some magnificent views of Hispar gorge and famous Peaks around Hunza Valley.
Day 07: Excursion to Rush Peak
On this day we will Trek to Rush Peak the highest point of this Trek (approx. 2 hrs. ).You will have superb views; a 360 panorama of the Golden Peak, Miar Peak. All peaks of Hunza.All of Nagar Mountains to the North of Hisapr.This day is the highlight of the Trek. Guest may take a dip in the Rush lake. A much needed shower after a trek, that too on 4,700 m!!
Day 08: Trek back to Chidin Harai
Today we will camp back from Rush lake to Chidin Harai.It is a descending Trek.
Day 09: Trek back to Hoper Village
We will Trek back to Hopper Village from Chidin Harai(Descend trek) and drive to Karimabad, Hunza (1 hr.).Check in to Hotel.
Day 10: Free Day/Sightseeing in Karimabad ,Hunza
You will have a day available to you to do local shopping in the famous handicraft market of Hunza. Visit Baltit Fort (800 years old) and other famous tourist point in the town. Visit the local villages, interact with local who are very welcoming to tourist.You may try local coffee Shops (our recommended Café De Hunza for some coffee and the famous Hunza walnut Cake). Check into hotel.
Day 11: Drive to Passu
After breakfast we will drive further north towards Passu along KKH (1 hr.).On the way we will have frequent stops for photos and sightseeing. We will be passing by the famous Attabad Lake, Hussaini Suspension bridge and reach Passu .We will walk through the village fields for a stunning view of Passu Cathedrals.
Day 12: Towards Islamabad
On this day we will head back south and drive to Chilas/Naran.Frequent Photo and Tea stops.
Day 13: Reach Islamabad
On this day we will reach Islamabad. It is a half day drive along KKH with some magnificent views of wild land scape. Check in to hotel.
Day 14: Exploring Islamabad
After breakfast we will be discovering the green city of Islamabad a purpose built city and will Visit Faisal Mosque. The largest Mosque of Pakistan.
Day 15: Departure Day-Fly Home
Your guide will transfer you to the Islamabad International Airport for you flight back home depending upon the timing of your flight.
