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2-3 stars hotels (in some places best available)
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Islamabad
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Islamabad
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Guided
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English
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Breakfast, lunch/packed lunch and dinner (normally included)
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Yes
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Car or Van/ grand Cabin 13 seats or Coaster/minibus, 21seats (4x 4 classical jeeps)
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18
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75
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DIRAN PEAK EXPEDITION
DIRAN PEAK 7256M, is located in the Rakaposhi-Haramosh Range in the western Karakorum. Diran is a gentle pyramid and is considered to be the second easiest 7000m peak in the Karakorum after Spantik, although it has a reputation for avalanches. The Karakorum Highway runs up the Hunza Valley and gives easy access to the mountain. The first attempt on Diran was up the north face and west ridge. Two climbers
disappeared high on the mountain. Two more expeditions failed before the mountain was first climbed by Austrians Rainer Goschl, Rudolf Pischinger and
Hanns Schell in 1968 by the north face route. This route has since been climbed by several expeditions, more expeditions have failed and a fair number of climbers have died. Doug Scott’s team made the first alpine-style ascent of Diran in 1985. Another lpine-style ascent was made in 1989, without using porters to base camp.
Diran got a second route in 1993 when the northeast ridge was climbed and in 1996 the mountain was climbed from the south. A climbing expedition to Diran Peak offers a thrilling and challenging adventure in the heart of the Karakorum Range. Several climbing routes lead
to the summit of Diran Peak, with the most popular being the Southwest Ridge and the West Face. These routes present varying degrees of technical difficulty, ranging from moderate to challenging, and require careful planning and execution. A Diran Peak climbing expedition promises an unforgettable adventure,
combining the thrill of mountaineering with the awe-inspiring beauty of the Pakistani Himalayas. With careful planning, preparation, and determination, climbers can conquer this majestic peak and experience the exhilaration of standing atop one of the highest summits in the Karakorum Range.
DIRAN PEAK EXPEDITION
- Diran Peak stands at 7,266 meters (23,839 feet) in the Karakoram range, offering one of the most stunning and picturesque peaks in the region. Its symmetrical shape and snow-covered summit make it a climber's dream.
- Diran Peak is considered one of the more accessible 7,000-meter peaks in the Karakoram range, making it a popular choice for climbers who are transitioning to higher-altitude mountaineering.
- Diran Peak is not as technically difficult as some other 7,000-meter peaks, but it still poses a challenge due to crevasses, snow conditions, and the need for strong high-altitude stamina. It is ideal for experienced climbers looking to gain high-altitude experience.
- The expedition passes through picturesque valleys and villages in the Nagar region, allowing climbers to experience the local culture of the Nagar and Hunza valleys, including the warm hospitality of the Burusho people.
