Rakaposhi and Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trekking Pakistan
Rakaposhi and Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trekking Pakistan
Rakaposhi and Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trekking Pakistan
15 Days Starting and ending in Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Visiting: Islamabad, Chilās, Babusar Pass, Naran, Fairy Meadows, Nanga Parbat Base Camp, Minapin, Rakaposhi Hotel and Camping Base 2, Karimabad, Eagle's Nest Road, Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, Gulmit, Ghulkin, Gojal, Hunza, Ghulkin Glacier, Ghulkin, Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Pasu Glacier, Khunjerab Pass, Khunjerab National Park, Passu, Naran Valley Pakistan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CRT1
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
4 - 20
Age range:
13-70
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat, Halal
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Expeditions, Walking Hiking and Trekking
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Activities:
Private Available:
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From:
$3200
$2865 (USD)
Operator discount: -$200
Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$135
NB: Prices correct on 17-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Are you in mood of walking through the wonders of nature to recharge your mate life? Your wait has come to an end, confirm your booking for an unmatched trekking experience in the beauty of extreme north of Pakistan. Whether you have fascination for far-fetching carpeted meadows, or long stretching refreshing glaciers, the mightily mountains having snowy peaks, or the distinctive species of flora and fauna, you will enjoy all such blessings in this single journey. This trekking experience to the Nanga Parbat (2nd highest mountain in Pakistan) based camp and Rakaposhi (7th highest mountain in Pakistan) base camp is designed to offer you a brief overview of the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. We believe that these 15 days of Tour with us will give you a life-enhancing experience. It is a moderate trek together with a visit to Hunza valley where you will be able to visit local families and interact with local people. The most suitable time to plan a visit to these areas is between May to September, otherwise snow might ruin your odyssey.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Islamabad, Pakistan
Location: Islamabad
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrive at Islamabad International Airport. Meet, assist & transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at Islamabad (hotel).
Day 2 : Islamabad-Chilas
Location: Chilās, Babusar Pass, Naran
Accommodation: Hotel, On twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning drive to Chilas via Hazara Motorway/M-15 & N-15. Visit the following places along the way
Saif ul Mulook National Park
Lulusar-Dudipatsar National Park
Babusar Top
Overnight stay at hotel in Chilas
Saiful Muluk was formed by glacial moraines that blocked the water of the stream passing through the valley. The lake has rich eco-diversity and holds many species of blue-green algae.
Saif-ul-Muluk Lake is one of the most beautiful visiting points of Pakistan.The view, the air, the atmosphere – everything is amazing. This is a must visit place for everybody living in or visiting Pakistan!
Dudipatsar Lake or Dudipat Lake is a lake encircled by snow clad peaks in Lulusar-Dudipatsar National Park. In summer the water of the lake reflects like a mirror.
Babsur Top is a mountain pass in Pakistan at an elevation of 4173m from sea level. The pass is the highest point in Kaghan valley. The cold chilly winds, freshness in air, extraordinary scenes of tremendous mountains covered with light snow and clouds just before the eyes can mesmerise anyone.
Day 3 : Chilas-Fairy Meadows
Location: Fairy Meadows
Accommodation: Lodge, On twin sharing basis in wooden cottages
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive from Chilas to Raikot Bridge. It is an approximate 2 hours drive.
From Rajkot take a 4×4 Jeep and to drive to Tattu Village. It is a 2 hours adventurous ride and the road is the second most dangerous road in the world.
Trekking from Tato village to Fairy meadows.
Fairy Meadows is a name given to the spectacular, green fields that lie near the Nanga Parbat Mountain. Fairy Meadows can be reached by a 5 km road trek from the nearby Tattu village. The Nanga Parbat Mountain sets a gorgeous backdrop for the Fairy Meadows, making it an exhilarating adventure destination for local and foreign tourists. There are several picturesque views in the vicinity. Sunsets and sunrise at Fairy Meadows are a treat for the soul. The meadows are also home to many species of wildlife. Among mammals found in and around Fairy Meadows are brown bears, musk deer, Marco Polo’s sheep, red fox, markhor and Himalayan ibex. The area is a visual treat for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.
Day 4 : Trekking From Fairy Meadows To Nanga Parbat Base Camp
Location: Nanga Parbat Base Camp
Accommodation: Hotel, On twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Trekking from Fairy meadows to Nanga Parbat base camp -avg 4 hrs.
Free time at the base camp (30 minutes)
Trek back to Fairy meadows for overnight stay (3 hrs.)
Overnight stay at Fairy Meadows.
Day 5 : Trekking Back To Tatoo Village
Location: Fairy Meadows, Minapin
Accommodation: Hotel, Standard Hotels on twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take 4*4 jeep ride to Raikot bridge
Drive to Minapin. Minapin is a small village from where the trek for the base camp of Rakaposhi starts.
Day 6 : Rakaposhi Base Camp
Location: Rakaposhi Hotel and Camping Base 2, Minapin
Accommodation: Hotel, standard hotel on twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast start trek to Tagha Phari. It will take 7 to 8 hours to reach Tagha Phari, once we reached there, we shall be in the shade of mighty Rakaposhi (7788m) and Diran (7266) peaks. Rakaposhi (7788m) is one of the most eye-catching peaks known as Beauty Queen and the world’s 29th highest mountain.
Day 7 : Minapin - Karimabad Hunza
Location: Karimabad
Accommodation: Hotel, On twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast in front of Rakaposhi and Diran, we shall proceed down to Minapin Village and further drive to Karimabad. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel at leisure time at Karimabad Hunza. Hunza valley is one of the most beautiful valleys of Pakistan surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
Day 8 : Hunza Full Day
Location: Eagle's Nest Road, Baltit Fort, Altit Fort
Accommodation: Hotel, Standard hotel on twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Hunza valley today. Visit the historical Baltit and Altit forts and for sunset and sunrise visit Duikar (eagles’ nest).
Day 9 : Attabadlake, Gulmit, Kamaris, And Ghulkin
Location: Gulmit, Ghulkin, Gojal, Hunza
Accommodation: Hotel, On twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
It is yet another beautiful day starting from Hunza we will take a boat tour of Attabad lake, a lake formed by a massive landslide in 2010 which blocked the Karakoram highway and Gojal river forming a beautiful lake. We shall then take a walk from Gulmit village to Kamaris, Ondra and then to Ghulkin. It is a scenic walk through the village which will give you a sense of the village life in the area. Overnight stay at Ghulkin or Gulmit
Day 10 : Trek To Jirav, Talangshi, Ghulingal,And Borith
Location: Ghulkin, Gojal, Hunza, Ghulkin Glacier
Accommodation: Hotel, on twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we shall have a walkthrough Ghulkin glacier, taking you to near pastures of Jirav, Talangshi, Ghulingal and then to Borith. These small pastures are along the Ghulkin glacier. It will be a full day walk with some outdoor cooking. Overnight stay at Ghulkin or Borith.
Day 11 : Borith Lake, White Glacier, Hussaini And Passu
Location: Ghulkin, Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Pasu Glacier
Accommodation: Hotel, standard hotel on twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast start trekking towards the white glacier, it is 1.5 hrs. trek from Borith to the white glacier with a stopover midway at a viewpoint where we will be having a herbal tea from the mountains. After spending an hour at white glacier viewpoint, we shall get back to Borith to further go to Hussaini village where we cross the famous Hussaini suspension bridge. It will be another 2 hrs. of trekking from Hussaini to the Passu suspension bridge. We then visit Passu village witnessing the majestic view of the Passu cones. Hotel check in and overnight stay at Passu.
Day 12 : Khunjerab Pass
Location: Khunjerab Pass, Khunjerab National Park, Passu
Accommodation: Hotel, On twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast and then depart for Pak-China border through Khunjerab National Park. Khunjerab pass is a high-altitude border between Pakistan and China and is 4 hrs. drive form Passu. On the way we shall pass by several small villages on the Karakoram highway.
Day 13 : Passu-Naran
Location: Passu, Naran Valley, Pakistan
Accommodation: Room on twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Full day drive (avg 10 hrs.) from Passu to Naran valley. Free time at Naran valley
Day 14 : Islamabad Pakistan
Location: Islamabad
Accommodation: Hotel, twin sharing basis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive from Naran to Islamabad (9 hrs.). Free time at Islamabad and overnight stay
Day 15 : Airport Transfer For International Departure
Location: Islamabad International Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Airport transfer for international departure
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
Standard hotels on twin sharing basis
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Entrance Fees
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
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Game Drives on Safari
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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Train Tickets
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Drinks with Meals
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International Travel
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, please
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Are flights included in this tour?
no
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes, please
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, please
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
no
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
No
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The tour can still be arranged by increasing the per pax price for each guest
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
No, but can be arranged with some extra cost
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
moderate
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What is the maximum group size?
20
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, please
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, please
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, please
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
no
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What is the tipping policy?
There is no tipping policy however depends on you how much you want to pay
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes, please
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, please
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes, please
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Company Instant Book
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
standard hotels, mainly mid range
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, please
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, please
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We are cultural sensitive and respect the local values and culture wherever we take our guests
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We follow the WHO and our country policies regarding COVID 19
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, please
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Depends on who joins
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5 years
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Do I need visa to enter Pakistan
Yes, Please
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We have aleady shared our policy on this
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, please
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, please
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Low Deposit
Crossroads Adventure Pvt Ltd requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of crossroads adventure pvt ltd charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 40% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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