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Rush Lake Trek

Cross the Bualtar Glacier from Hoper and climb to Rush Lake (4,694 m), one of the highest alpine lakes in the world.

  • Duration

    9 Days / 8 Nights

  • Group size

    1–12 people

  • Difficulty

    Challenging

  • Season

    June - September

Overview

Rush Lake sits at 4,694 m on a ridge above the Miar Glacier in Nagar, and the view from nearby Rush Peak takes in Spantik, Malubiting, Miar Peak and, on a clear day, K2. The trek starts at Hoper, crosses the Bualtar Glacier and follows the Barpu Glacier through summer pastures at Barpu Giram, Phahi Phari and Chidin Harai, where shepherds bring their herds in July and August. The final climb to the lake is steep and high, so the itinerary allows time to acclimatise on the way up.

Destination: Hunza Valley travel guide

Highlights

  • Rush Lake (4,694 m)
  • Rush Peak viewpoint over Spantik, Malubiting and the Karakoram
  • Crossing the Bualtar Glacier from Hoper
  • Shepherd pastures at Barpu Giram and Chidin Harai

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1: Fly to Gilgit, drive to Karimabad, Hunza

  2. 2

    Day 2: Drive to Hoper (2,800 m), cross the Bualtar Glacier to Barpu Giram (3,350 m)

  3. 3

    Day 3: Trek to Phahi Phari (3,450 m)

  4. 4

    Day 4: Trek to Chidin Harai (4,000 m)

  5. 5

    Day 5: Rest and acclimatisation at Chidin Harai

  6. 6

    Day 6: Climb to Rush Lake (4,694 m) and Rush Peak viewpoint, return to Chidin Harai

  7. 7

    Day 7: Trek down to Barpu Giram

  8. 8

    Day 8: Trek to Hoper, drive to Karimabad

  9. 9

    Day 9: Drive to Gilgit, fly to Islamabad

What's included

  • Islamabad - Gilgit flights or road transfer if flights are cancelled
  • Hotel stays in Karimabad
  • Private transport in Gilgit-Baltistan
  • Tents and all meals on the trek
  • Licensed trekking guide, cook and porters

Travelling with us

  • Reply within 12 hours. Every email, form and WhatsApp message gets a personal reply from our team within 12 hours (Pakistan time, UTC+5).
  • Islamabad airport pickup. We meet you at Islamabad International Airport (ISB) on arrival and take you back for your flight home.
  • Private tours for your group. Every package runs as a private trip for you, your family or friends, on your dates. No strangers, no fixed departures.
  • A local team in Gilgit-Baltistan. Our drivers and guides live in the valleys you visit and re-plan the route around weather, roads and flights.

Read our Pakistan travel guide, safety information and payment and cancellation terms.

Questions travellers ask us

How much does the Rush Lake Trek package cost?

The Rush Lake Trek package costs from $950 per person. No payment is taken when you request a booking; our team confirms the final quote for your dates and group.

How long is the Rush Lake Trek trip?

It is a 9-day, 8-night trip to Hunza Valley for groups of 1 to 12 travellers.

What is included in the Rush Lake Trek package?

The package includes islamabad - gilgit flights or road transfer if flights are cancelled, hotel stays in karimabad, private transport in gilgit-baltistan, tents and all meals on the trek and licensed trekking guide, cook and porters.

How difficult is the Rush Lake Trek trip?

It is rated challenging and is planned as a trekking trip.

When is the best time for the Rush Lake Trek trip?

The best season is June - September.

How do I book the Rush Lake Trek package?

Choose your dates and number of travellers on the booking page and send the request. You get a booking reference straight away, and our team contacts you to confirm availability and payment.

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