Bua Ghus is a roadside sport climbing crag located in Aliabad, Hunza, near the Government Boys College on Madal Gan Road. It’s one of the most accessible climbing spots in the valley, with routes starting just a few steps from where you park. Ideal for both beginners and experienced climbers, Bua Ghus is gaining popularity for its easy approach.
The best time to climb here is from May to November, when the weather is dry and pleasant. Access is simple—just follow the road from KKH to the college in Aliabad; the crag lies at the road’s edge with on-site parking.
Climbers are asked to respect local customs and maintain a clean environment. Bua Ghus represents a valuable part of Hunza’s growing climbing scene, offering safe and enjoyable sport climbing in a stunning Karakoram valley
Quick Facts
- Number of routes: [4]
- Grades range: [5a to 6c+]
- Route type: Sport Climbing
- Average route height: [15–20 meters]
- Recommended rope length: [50m rope minimum]
- Quickdraws needed: [6–8]
- Sun exposure: (morning shade/evening Sunny)
- Route setters: [Karim Hayat, Gilgit-Baltistan Mountaineering Council and Muiz Uddin]
How to Get There
- Sport climbing crag located in Aliabad, Hunza, near the Government Boys College on Madal Gan Road. Access is simple—just follow the road from KKH to the college in Aliabad; the crag lies on the road, near The2Magpies, Hunza.
Safety & Local Considerations
- Mobile signal availability: Yes
- Emergency contacts (Rescue 1122)
Route Directory
Route Name: Bua Ghus (A) from left
- Height: [Cr. 18m]
- Bolts/Protection: –
- Grade: 4c/5
- Quickdraws: 6-8
- Crux: easy and a good start for beginners
- Rock quality: [some brittle sections]
- First ascent / bolted by: Karim Hayat
- Style: –
- Recommendations: warm-up route?
Route Name: Bua Ghus (B) from left
- Height: [Cr. 18m]
- Bolts/Protection: –
- Grade: 5
- Quickdraws: 6-8
- Crux: easy and a good start for beginners
- Rock quality: [some brittle sections]
- style:
- First ascent / bolted by: Karim Hayat
- Recommendations: warm-up route
Route Name: Bua Ghus (C) from left
- Height: [Cr. 20m]
- Bolts/Protection: –
- Grade: 6
- Quickdraws: 6-8
- Crux: The route starts with its crux—a burly fist jam in the crack that demands commitment from the first move.
- Rock quality: [some brittle sections]
- style:
- First ascent / bolted by: Karim Hayat
- Recommendations: project route for intermediate climbers
Route Name: Bua Ghus (D) from left
- Height: [Cr. 18m]
- Bolts/Protection: – Anchor with chain
- Grade: 6c/6c+
- Quickdraws: 6-8
- Crux: The route starts with its crux—a burly fist jam in the crack that demands commitment from the first move, and the last move on the top is overhang, which made many climbers crazy.
- Rock quality: [some brittle sections]
- style: crack and overhang
- First ascent / bolted by: Karim Hayat, Muiz Uddin and Javed
- Recommendations: project route for intermediate climbers
Topo / Crag Map
coming soon
Community & Future Development
- Gilgit-Baltistan Mountaineering Council and Karakoram Alpine Club
Acknowledgments
Thanks to Karim Hayat´s Gilgilt-Baltistan Mountaineering Council for bolting routes and the Zomconnection community for setting some new hard routes on the right side.
Author & Contact
M Ajmal k. Masood ajmalkhayaloo121@gmail.com