It extends over a considerable distance, measuring 67 kilometres (42 mi) in length, and ranks as one of the largest glaciers in the entire Karakoram range.

[1] Biafo Glacier converging at Hispar La with 49 kilometres (30 mi) long Hispar Glacier situated at an elevation of 5,128 metres (16,824 ft), forms the glacial system considered as the world's longest non-polar glacial system which spans an overall distance of around 120 kilometres (75 mi).

[2] This frozen pathway links two ancient mountain regions, connecting Nagar in the west with Shigar District, Baltistan in the east.

The Biafo Glacier presents a trekker[3] with several days of strenuous boulder hopping, with views throughout and Snow Lake near the high point.

A large green meadow has a few running streams near the camp and many places to spend the day rock climbing or rappelling.