Hopar Glacier
Bualtar Glacier
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Hopar Glacier is the common name for Bulatar Glacier, since Hopar village lies on its north-west. Local guides, even young boys from Hopar can give you a short trekking trip on to Bualtar Glacier. Like many glaciers, it runs in a deep alley between the cliff of Hopar and Shishkin Meadows across the glacier. If your are trekking to Rush Lake, early morning start is a must, and glacier crossing must be done with a guide/local since Bualtar glacier moves very quickly and path across it changes frequently (once a week).
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Best Time to Visit
spring
Mid-March – Mid-April
Best timeApricot and cherry blossoms across the orchards below Rakaposhi's north face — the valley's most photographed weeks.
summer
Mid-April – Mid-October
Best timeLong light and warm 18–28°C days — clear Rakaposhi views and full access to Hopar, Hispar and the glacier trails.
autumn
Mid-October – Mid-November
Best timePoplars, apricot and cherry trees turn yellow, orange and merlot red — dry, still air and sharp peak lines.
winter
Mid-November – Mid-March
ShoulderKKH stays open — Nagar snow-dressed, warm homestays, upper Hopar and Hispar side-valleys closed.