Discover K2, Nanga Parbat, Rakaposhi, Broad Peak & Over 100+ Majestic Summits in Pakistan
Pakistan is home to five of the world’s fourteen 8,000-meter peaks, more than 108 peaks above 7,000m, and hundreds of hidden mountains that remain untouched by climbers. From the mighty Karakoram Range to the dramatic Himalayas and untouched Hindu Kush, Pakistan is truly the world capital of high-altitude mountaineering.
If you’re a traveler, adventurer, photographer, or climber, this guide covers everything you need — peak facts, best seasons, routes, permits, geography, and travel tips.
📌 Why Pakistan is the Center of World Mountaineering
Pakistan is globally recognized because:
- It has the largest concentration of high mountains anywhere on earth.
- Karakoram Range alone holds 60 peaks above 7,000 meters.
- K2 (8611m) is the 2nd highest mountain in the world.
- The meeting point of three great mountain ranges exists here:
- The Himalayas
- The Karakoram
- The Hindu Kush
No other country features this natural phenomenon.
🏔️ Top 10 Highest Mountains of Pakistan (With Facts & Details)
Below are the most famous peaks, their height, location, and why they attract climbers from across the world.
🥇 1. K2 (Mount Godwin-Austen)
- Height: 8,611m
- Range: Karakoram
- Location: Gilgit-Baltistan
- Rank: World’s 2nd highest mountain
- Nickname: The Savage Mountain
K2 is known for its harsh weather, technical difficulty, and legendary climbing history. It has a lower summit success rate than Everest, making it the ultimate challenge for mountaineers. The base camp trek is one of the top treks in the world.
🥈 2. Nanga Parbat (The Killer Mountain)
- Height: 8,126m
- Range: Western Himalayas
- Location: Diamer District, GB
- Rank: World’s 9th highest
Known for dramatic beauty and steep faces, Nanga Parbat is one of the most dangerous 8000ers. Fairy Meadows and Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek attract thousands of tourists every year.
🥉 3. Broad Peak
- Height: 8,051m
- Range: Karakoram
- Location: Baltoro Glacier region
- Known for its long summit ridge and easier approach compared to other 8000ers.
4. Gasherbrum I (Hidden Peak)
- Height: 8,080m
- Range: Karakoram
- Location: Baltoro Glacier
- A favorite among experienced climbers due to technical ascents and remote environment.
5. Gasherbrum II
- Height: 8,035m
- Known as: “Easiest 8000er” (relatively!)
- Popular among international climbers for expedition training.
🏔️ Famous 7,000m Peaks of Pakistan
Pakistan features over 100+ peaks above 7,000 meters. Here are the most iconic ones:
⭐ Rakaposhi — 7,788m
One of the most beautiful mountains in the world, visible directly from the Karakoram Highway. Rakaposhi is famous for its biggest vertical rise from base to summit.
⭐ Tirich Mir — 7,708m
Highest peak of the Hindu Kush Range. Visible from Chitral town.
⭐ Spantik (Golden Peak) — 7,027m
Known for golden sunset hues and a popular climbing peak for intermediate mountaineers.
⭐ Malika Parbat — 5,290m
Although not 7000m+, it is the highest peak of Kaghan Valley and extremely beautiful.
🏞️ Mountain Ranges of Pakistan (Complete Overview)
1. Karakoram Range
- Home to the highest concentration of 7,000m peaks
- Includes K2, Gasherbrum I & II, Broad Peak
- Baltoro Glacier — world’s 2nd longest non-polar glacier
- Famous treks: K2 BC Trek, Gondogoro La, Baltoro Trek
2. Himalayas (Western Himalayas)
- Includes Nanga Parbat massif
- Lush valleys, pine forests, glaciers
- Famous areas: Fairy Meadows, Astore, Kaghan, Neelum Valley
3. Hindu Kush Range
- Runs through Chitral, Swat, and Upper Dir
- Includes Tirich Mir, Buni Zom and many unclimbed peaks
- A paradise for experts seeking new climbing routes
🎒 Best Time to Visit Pakistan’s Mountain Regions
For Trekking & Tourism:
| Season | Suitable For | Regions |
|---|---|---|
| May – September | Trekking & Photography | Gilgit-Baltistan, Skardu, Hunza, Fairy Meadows |
| June – August | Peak Climbing | Karakoram, Baltoro, K2 region |
| October – April | Winter Tourism | Naltar, Malam Jabba, Skardu Winter Fest |
🛂 Permits & Requirements for Foreign Tourists
International climbers and trekkers require:
✔ Trekking Permits (Trekking Peaks)
✔ Climbing Permit (Above 6000m)
Cost depends on altitude and season.
✔ Visa: Pakistan Online eVisa
Very easy process at: Pakistan Online Visa Portal
✔ Liaison Officer (for 8,000m expeditions)
Mandatory for high-altitude expeditions.
✈️ How to Reach Pakistan’s Mountain Regions
Nearest Airports
- Islamabad International Airport (primary entry point)
- Skardu International Airport
- Gilgit Airport
By Road
- Karakoram Highway (KKH)
- Babusar Top (Summer Season Only)
- Swat Expressway for Kalam & Chitral routes
📷 Top Tourist Destinations With Mountain Views
🌿 Hunza Valley
Rakaposhi, Ultar Peak, Golden Peak, Ladyfinger Peak.Hunza Tour Packages
❄️ Skardu
K2 region, Masherbrum, Snow Lake, Baltoro.
🌲 Kaghan & Naran
Malika Parbat, Musa Ka Musallah region.
🏞️ Fairy Meadows
Direct views of Nanga Parbat.
🌄 Chitral
Tirich Mir, Hindu Kush landscapes.
100+ Peaks of Pakistan
| Peak Name | Height (m) | Mountain Range | World Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| K2 | 8,611 | Karakoram | #2 |
| Nanga Parbat | 8,126 | Himalayas | #9 |
| Gasherbrum I | 8,080 | Karakoram | #11 |
| Broad Peak | 8,051 | Karakoram | #12 |
| Gasherbrum II | 8,035 | Karakoram | #13 |
| Gasherbrum III | 7,952 | Karakoram | #15 |
| Gasherbrum IV | 7,925 | Karakoram | #17 |
| Distaghil Sar | 7,885 | Karakoram | #19 |
| Kunyang Chhish | 7,852 | Karakoram | #21 |
| Masherbrum | 7,821 | Karakoram | #24 |
| Rakaposhi | 7,788 | Karakoram | #27 |
| Batura I | 7,785 | Karakoram | #28 |
| Kanjut Sar | 7,760 | Karakoram | #29 |
| Saltoro Kangri | 7,742 | Karakoram | #31 |
| Tirich Mir | 7,708 | Hindu Kush | #33 |
| Batura II | 7,710 | Karakoram | #30 |
| Batura III | 7,600 | Karakoram | #39 |
| Shispare | 7,611 | Karakoram | #37 |
| Trivor | 7,577 | Karakoram | #40 |
| Yukshin Gardan | 7,469 | Karakoram | #44 |
| Passu Sar | 7,476 | Karakoram | #43 |
| Pumari Chhish | 7,492 | Karakoram | #41 |
| Malubiting | 7,458 | Karakoram | #45 |
| Haramosh Peak | 7,409 | Karakoram | #50 |
| K12 | 7,428 | Saltoro | #48 |
| Sia Kangri | 7,442 | Karakoram | #46 |
| Ghent Kangri | 7,401 | Karakoram | #52 |
| Skyang Kangri | 7,545 | Karakoram | #42 |
| Baintha Brakk (Ogre) | 7,285 | Karakoram | #60 |
| Hispar Sar | 7,216 | Karakoram | #65 |
| Bojohagur Duanasir | 7,329 | Karakoram | #58 |
| Momhil Sar | 7,343 | Karakoram | #56 |
| Muchu Chhish | 7,453 | Karakoram | #47 |
| Shispare South | 6,500 | Karakoram | — |
| K6 | 7,282 | Karakoram | #61 |
| K7 | 6,934 | Karakoram | — |
| Spantik (Golden Peak) | 7,027 | Karakoram | #79 |
| Ultar Sar | 7,388 | Karakoram | #54 |
| Diran Peak | 7,266 | Karakoram | #62 |
| Snow Dome (Concordia) | 7,160 | Karakoram | #71 |
| Snow Dome (Hispar) | 7,100 | Karakoram | #77 |
| Virjerab Peak | 6,630 | Karakoram | — |
| Biafo Tower | 6,091 | Karakoram | — |
| Latok I | 7,145 | Karakoram | #72 |
| Latok II | 7,108 | Karakoram | #76 |
| Latok III | 6,949 | Karakoram | — |
| Latok IV | 6,456 | Karakoram | — |
| Ogre II | 6,956 | Karakoram | — |
| Trango Tower | 6,286 | Karakoram | — |
| Great Trango | 6,286 | Karakoram | — |
| Nameless Tower | 6,239 | Karakoram | — |
| Laila Peak (Hushe) | 6,096 | Karakoram | — |
| Laila Peak (Haramosh) | 6,100 | Himalayas | — |
| Buni Zom | 6,551 | Hindu Kush | — |
| Istor-o-Nal | 7,403 | Hindu Kush | #51 |
| Ghamubar Zom | 6,518 | Hindu Kush | — |
| Darkot Peak | 6,100 | Hindu Kush | — |
| Thui Peak | 6,660 | Hindu Kush | — |
| Koyo Zom | 6,872 | Hindu Kush | — |
| Karun Kuh | 6,977 | Karakoram | — |
| Chogolisa | 7,665 | Karakoram | #35 |
| Saltoro II | 7,705 | Karakoram | #32 |
| Bularung Sar | 7,185 | Karakoram | #70 |
| Khanday Peak | 6,200 | Karakoram | — |
| Yazghil Sar | 6,000 | Karakoram | — |
| Haschke Peak | 6,650 | Karakoram | — |
| Rush Peak | 5,098 | Karakoram | — |
| Chaprote Peak | 6,000 | Karakoram | — |
| Minglik Sar | 6,050 | Karakoram | — |
| Shukarga Peak | 6,500 | Karakoram | — |
| Chilinji Peak | 6,050 | Karakoram | — |
| Musa Ka Musalla | 4,076 | Himalayas | — |
| Malika Parbat | 5,290 | Himalayas | — |
| Falak Sar | 5,918 | Hindu Kush | — |
| Koh-e-Chitral | 6,700 | Hindu Kush | — |
| Kogo Peak | 6,250 | Karakoram | — |
| Qalandar Peak | 6,100 | Karakoram | — |
| Naltar Peak | 4,610 | Karakoram | — |
| Shishper Peak | 5,600 | Karakoram | — |
| Hadabad Peak | 6,010 | Karakoram | — |
| Chashkin Peak | 6,368 | Karakoram | — |
| Gulmit Tower | 5,800 | Karakoram | — |
| Passu Cones (Cathedrals) | 6,106 | Karakoram | — |
| Shimshal Whitehorn | 6,053 | Karakoram | — |
| Cathedral Peak (Shimshal) | 6,100 | Karakoram | — |
| Yazghil Dome | 6,200 | Karakoram | — |
| Batura IV | 7,460 | Karakoram | #49 |
| K2 East (Chinese side) | 8,000 | Karakoram | — |
| Raka Poshi East | 7,010 | Karakoram | ~#80 |
| Yazein Peak | 6,300 | Karakoram | — |
| Falchan Peak | 6,000 | Karakoram | — |
| Kaimon Ke Peak | 6,000 | Karakoram | — |
📌 Why Pakistan is the Future of Global Tourism
- Safe and secure northern areas
- Improved roads and airports
- Rising interest from international climbers
- World’s most beautiful valleys and glaciers
- Rich local culture and hospitality
Pakistan is rapidly becoming the top mountain destination of Asia.
🙋 FAQs — Mountain Peaks of Pakistan
Q1: How many mountain peaks does Pakistan have?
Pakistan has over 7,000 named peaks and hundreds of unnamed ones.
Q2: Which is the most dangerous mountain in Pakistan?
Nanga Parbat is known as the Killer Mountain.
Q3: Which mountain is easiest to climb for beginners?
Spantik Peak (7027m) and Minglik Sar (6050m) are considered beginner-friendly.
Q4: Is it safe for foreigners to visit Pakistan’s mountain areas?
Yes — the northern areas are very safe, tourism-friendly, and increasingly popular.
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