Snow Lake is a high-altitude glacial expanse, measuring over 16 kilometers in width, situated at the confluence of the Biafo and Hispar glaciers. The trek to Snow Lake and Hispar La commences from Skardu-Askoli, which is positioned on the right bank of the Biafo Glacier. The Biafo Glacier extends 68 kilometers within the Karakoram Range and lies to the south of the Baltoro Glacier, leading towards the Hispar Glacier. This Biafo Hisper trek is demanding and suited for experienced trekkers, as it involves traversing peaks ranging from 5,500 to 7,300 meters in elevation.

The renowned Snow Lake is located approximately 500 meters beyond the Hispar La pass, making it an ideal destination for skiers and climbers of smaller peaks. Upon crossing the Hispar La at an elevation of 5,151 meters, trekkers are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains surrounding the Hispar Glacier. The journey continues through summer pastures until reaching Hisper village, where we will meet vehicles to transport us to Karimabad Valley.

22 Days Biafo/Hispar Glaciers Trek  A Hard trek going upto 5151 meters

Day 01 : Arrival Islamabad Arrival & Transfer. PM city tour of Rawalpindi & Islamabad.
Day 02 : Islamabad/Chilas Early Departure for Chilas, driving on the Karakorum Highway along River Indus.
Day 03 : Chilas/Skardu Drive to Skardu, through narrow gorge of River Indus.
Day 04 : Skardu/Thongon (o/n Tents) Depart for Thongol or upto the end of jeep road.
Day 05 : Thongol/Qaiser Ground (5/7 hrs)
Day 06 : Qaiser Ground/Namla (3/4 hrs)
Day 07 : Namla/Mungo (3/5 hrs)
Day 08 : Mungo/Baintha (4/6 hrs)
Day 09 : Baintha/Napina (4/6 hrs)
Day 10 : Napina/Base of Hispar (4/5 hrs)
Day 11 : Free day to explore snow lake
Day 12 : Base/Khanibasa (5/7 hrs) (Today we shall cross the Hispar Pass at 5151m)
Day 13 : Khanibasa/Yutmaru (5/6 hrs)
Day 14 : Yutmaru/Red Star Camp (6/7 hrs)
Day 15 : Red Star Camp/Dachigan (4/6 hrs)
Day 16 : Dachigan/Hispar Village (5/7 hrs)
Day 17 : Hispar Village/Huru (5/6 hrs)
Day 18 : Huru/Nagar to KKH KKH to Karimabad (Hunza) At the end of the trek we will drive to Karimabad
Day 19 : Hunza AM visit Baltit and Altit Forts. PM free.
Day 20 : Hunza/Chilas Drive to Gilgit and later proceed to Chilas.
Day 21 : Chilas/Islamabad Early departure for Rawalpindi/Islamabad.
Day 22 : Departure/Islamabad Transfer for onward journey. Assistance at departure.

Trek Biafo Hisper Snow Lake with Karakorum Expeditions Overview

We possess an in-depth understanding of the risks associated with trekking to Biafo, Hisper, and Snow Lake, and we remain vigilant to prevent our team from encountering hazardous ice patches or falling into deep crevasses.

Situated within the Karakorum mountain range, the Biafo Glacier, measuring 63 kilometers in length, and the Hisper Glacier, spanning 49 kilometers, are recognized as some of the most perilous glaciers globally. The trekking route traverses twelve peaks that rise above 7,000 meters. The confluence of these two glaciers occurs at the Hisper La pass, which stands at an elevation of 5,151 meters above sea level.

Together, these glaciers extend for a total of 126 kilometers, making them the longest outside the Polar Regions. The trek commences in the Askoli region of Baltistan and concludes in the Hunza Valley. This vast expanse of ice and rock connects the Nagar Valley to the west with Askoli, often referred to as “Little Tibet,” to the east.

Embark on the Biafo Hisper Snow Lake trek with Karakorum Expeditions. Our goal is to explore the pristine surfaces of the Biafo and Hisper glaciers, as we are adept at engaging in extreme adventures. Karakorum Expeditions offers a 23-day itinerary for the Biafo Hisper Snow Lake trek, beginning with your arrival in Islamabad, where you will have the chance to rest and acclimatize for a day. Following this, we will transport you via Chilas to Skardu, with the true adventure commencing from Askoli.

Accompanying you will be our skilled trekkers, high-altitude guides, porters, and cooks as you navigate the Biafo Glacier. On the tenth day, you will arrive at Snow Lake, which covers an area of 77 square kilometers. As you trek through the Hisper La pass and encounter remarkable sights along the way, you will ultimately reach Karimabad in Hunza on the twentieth day.

Karakorum Expeditions is a well-established name in organizing treks to Biafo, Hisper, and Snow Lake. With decades of experience in managing extensive treks, you can confidently rely on our services to provide you with memorable experiences.