Rush Lake Trek (Golden Peak)
Overview
Rush Lake is one of the highest alpine lakes globally, situated near the Rush Pari Peak, at an altitude of approximately 4,694 meters (15,400 feet) above sea level. It’s a stunning destination for trekkers and nature enthusiasts, offering panoramic views of surrounding snow-capped peaks, including Spantik (Golden Peak) and Miar Peak. The trek to Rush Lake is challenging but rewarding, passing through picturesque valleys, lush meadows, and rugged terrain. Golden Peak, locally known as Spantik, is a majestic mountain located in the Nagar Valley of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. Standing at an elevation of 7,027 meters (23,054 feet), it is one of the most beautiful peaks in the Karakoram Range. The name “Spantik” means “Golden Peak” in the local language, which aptly describes the mountain’s appearance when it is bathed in the golden light of sunrise or sunset.
Included / Exclude
- Hotel stays mentioned with each day of the tour plan
- Transport as per the tour plan
- Sightseeing and visits mentioned in the tour plan
- Personal expenses
- Any item not mentioned in the tour plan
Tour Plan
Arrival to Islamabad – Transfer to hotel
Drive to Chilas via Kaghan, Naran Valley & Babusar valley – Overnight in Chilas
Drive to Hunza, Nanga Parbat view point, Junction of mountain ranges, Rakaposhi view point
Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, UNESCO awarded Ganish oldest settlement, sunset at Duiker village
Drive to Attabad Lake, Passu cones, Hussaini suspension bridge, Khunjerab pass
Drive to Hoper valley, Trek day to Berichokor (3-4 hours), Camp Overnight in Berichokor
Second Trek day from Berichokor to Rush phari (5-6 hours)
Third day at Rush lake, Lake visit, Glacier view point, camp Overnight at Rush Lake
Trek back to Hamdar meadow, Miar glacier view point (3 & half hours)
Photography & sightseeing of Glacier, Shepards huts, trek back to Hoper valley
Drive back to Hunza. Overnight in Hunza
Drive from Hunza to Gilgit, Kargah Buddha in Gilgit, Suspension bridge at Danyore
Fly from Gilgit to Islamabad/ Drive back to Islamabad with a Overnight in Naran/Besham
Drive back to Islamabad/Islamabad rest day/preparation for departure
Flight back HOME
