About
Rimo Peak is a remote mountain in the Karakoram range, rising to 7,385 metres. It belongs to the Rimo Muztagh subrange and is also known as the Rimo Massif. The peak sits in the Nubra Valley area of Leh District in Ladakh, India, and lies close to the Siachen Glacier.
What kind of visit this is
Rimo Peak is a destination for experienced mountaineers rather than casual sightseers. The terrain is extremely demanding, and the peak's remoteness means that any expedition needs careful planning, suitable equipment and a realistic sense of its difficulty. For most visitors, the mountain is best appreciated from a distance, as part of a wider journey through the high Karakoram.
Getting oriented
- Location: Nubra Valley, Leh District, Jammu and Kashmir 194401, India
- Region: Ladakh, in the Karakoram range
- Height: 7,385 metres
- Nearby feature: the Siachen Glacier
- Contact: +91-1982-252018
Because the peak is so far from ordinary tourist routes, it is worth checking with local authorities or a reputable expedition operator before setting out. Leh, the main town of the region, is the usual starting point for travel into the surrounding valleys and mountains.
