Introducing Minapin
From Pisan, just 2km east of Ghulmet, there’s a turn-off to Minapin, 5km further east. Sleepy Minapin is a popular place for travellers to ditch their packs and contemplate the mountains. It is also the base for numerous day walks and the start of an excellent trek to another Rakaposhi base camp and longer treks towards Diran Peak.
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The best accommodation is provided by Diran Hotel (05821-58149; diranhotel@yahoo.com; camp sites/dm Rs 100, s/d Rs 300-1200; ), in a walled orchard east of a large mosque. Rooms vary in comfort and size, and prices vary with the seasons, but you are sure to find something that suits. The excellent restaurant (mains Rs 50 to Rs 350) has several tasty local specialities, such as chicken gorkon, cooked in a traditional stone pot. Trekking guides and porters and jeep safaris can all be organised at the hotel, where you can also find information on short walks.
West of the hotel is an NAPWD resthouse (d Rs 300). Keep an eye out for a new camping ground in Minapin village, which was planned by Israr, the very popular former manager of the Diran Hotel (erstwhile Diran Guesthouse).
Last updated: Sep 30, 2008
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