Route 1 - The Wall
Basecamper - Route 1 - The Wall - Part 1 - Rupal Valley to The Wall via Herringkoffer Basecamp
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 7.1 km
- Ascent
- 680 m
- Descent
- 24 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.1 km
- High Point
- 3.8 km
- Gradient
- 9˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between July and September. From a low point of 3.1 km to the maximum altitude of 3.8 km, the route covers 7.1 km, 680 vertical metres of ascent and 24 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Basecampers Route 1 - The Tallest Wall in The World - The South Face of Nanga Parbat
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Historical
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Water features
- Family friendly
- Forestry or heavy vegetation