07 Day -Tour Fairy Meadows And Nanga Parbat Base Camp
About this tour
driving on Karakorum Highway along the Indus River arrive Raikot Bridge short of Gilgit over the Indus, where we leave 07 days overland tour, short walks Nanga Parbat area, 02 night’s hotels 03 nights Huts /camp.
Experience the confluence of the highest mountain ranges of the world: Karakoram, Himalayas, and the Hindu Kush as you travel along the Karakorum Highway, reputed as the 8th wonder of the world, through the dramatic, deep gorges of the Indus. Walk to the glaciers flowing down from the soaring peaks. We use soft top 4x4 jeeps to explore the remote valleys of the three highest mountain ranges of the world, the Hindu Kush, Karakoram & Himalayas. After our jeeps take us deep into the valleys, we can leave them to walk through the mountains to experience their grandeur. The highlight is a short walk to the pristine valley at the foot of 8,125 meter Nanga Parbat, the meeting place of fairies. Nanga Parbat at 8,125 meters is the 2nd highest Peak for Pakistan and the 9th highest in the world. It also forms the western end of the Himalayan range, meeting Karakoram & Hindu Kush ranges by Indus River. The Raikot face of Nanga Parbat offers an excellent area for the first trek in this mighty play-ground of mountaineers. The trek offers plenty of flexibility, as we stay at Fairy Meadows for three nights - taking excursions to Nanga Parbat’s base camp and also some interesting walks around Fairy Meadows with commanding views. Those who prefer a quiet relaxing day could stay at huts/ camp and get mesmerised by the view.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan to Islamabad, Pakistan
Arrival at Islamabad: Islamabad Upon arrival the group will be received at the Islamabad International Airport by our team members. The group will then be dropped at hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2: Islamabad, Pakistan to Chilās
Arrive ISB, Drive to Besham / Narran Arrive Islamabad airport in the morning. Transfer to Air Conditioned buses, proceed overland to Besham / Narran . As we start our drive from Islamabad we shortly drive on Grand Trunk Road leading to Afghanistan, en route visit Taxila, the capital of Buddhist Gandhara civilization. It is reputed as one of the most important archaeological sites of sub-continent. We visit the ruins of a former city (Sirkup), a former monastery (Julian) built on top of a hill and the splendid site museum that contains the artifacts recovered from the excavation sites. Here one could also see the gold and silver coins of Alexander The Great (326 BC) and local kings. After Taxila turn north to head towards Karakoram Highway. The Highway, reputed as the eighth wonder of the world - was jointly constructed by Pakistani and Chinese engineers and took 850 lives & 20 years to complete. Arrive Besham/ Narran and transfer to hotel, for meals nad night stay. (5/6 hours, 200 km)
Day 3: Chilās to Fairy Meadows Cottages
We will drive back to Gilgit on Karakoram Highway after crossing Gilgit we will arrive at Raikot; at Raikot board on 4x4 soft top jeeps after one hour drive we will arrive at Jaile, a small village inhabited by Shina speaking Chilasis. Our trek commencement point. As loads are distributed among the porters, we leave the jeeps and start walking. We ascend gradually, walking through the dry lunar landscape of this meeting point of Hindokush and Himalayan range. Soon we enter the narrow, barren gorge of Tato river, the track clings high on its left bank. Crossing through the green juniper and pine trees arrive at Fairy Meadows for overnight camping. (8/9 hours)
Day 4: Fairy Meadows Hotel, Naran, Pakistan to Beyal Camp, Pakistan
Short Walks around Fairy Meadows Morning light brings the surprise view of Nanga Parbat massif from the campsite. After breakfast at dinning tents at camp, we commence short walks around Fairy Meadows. The route followed by the locals, climbs rather steeply, from the campsite, through the jungle of pine trees to emerge at Fairy Meadows. We take the slightly longer, wide trek that ascends gradually through the jungle. The view of Nanga Parbat (8,125meters) soon fills the horizon in the south east. We would be walking fairly close to the crystal clear streams flowing through the pine trees. Fairy Meadows at 3,200 meters, is an idyllic campsite - perched above the Raikot glacier flowing from the massif of Nanga Parbat. Nature lovers call it one of the most magical and scenic of all of Pakistan’s beauty spots. Meals and overnight at Camp.
Day 5: Beyal Camp, Pakistan to Fairy Meadows Hotel, Naran, Pakistan
Trek to Base Camp of Nanga Parbat (4000 meters) An ideal day’s walk to the base camp of Nanga Parbat. We walk through the pine trees, covered valley with Raikot glacier flowing on our left side and the summit of Nanga Parbat straight ahead. After about two hour we traverse the lateral moraine of glacier and then arrive at a flat meadow of Biale camping site. From here turn right for a short patch to arrive at the OLD BASE CAMP of Nanga Parbat. The meadow here is normally filled with Himalayan flowers and shouting marmots. Half an hour from here is German mountaineer Drexel’s monument. Lunch at 4,000 meters. Enjoy thrilling views of Nanga Parbat and its surrounding peaks. Later walk back to the camp at Fairy Meadows camp. (7/8 hours round trek.)
Day 6: Fairy Meadows Hotel, Naran, Pakistan to Naran, Pakistan
Trek & drive back to Besham/ Narran Three hours down hill walk from Fairy Meadows along Tato river to Jaile. At Jaile board on your jeeps once again and arrive at Raikot bridge on KKH over Indus river. At Raikot our AC van will be waiting for us. Transfer in to van and drive to Besham / Narran for overnight at PTDC motel (8/9 hours trek)
Day 7: Besham City, Pakistan to Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan
Continue drive on KKH, towards Islamabad by pass the important archaeological site of Taxila and by afternoon arrive Islamabad, transfer to hotel. Evening free for bazaars and sight seeing in the capital city. Overnight stay at hotel (6/7 hours drive) Depart for home After breakfast at hotel, Transfer to airport for international departure flight.
What's included
Cost Includes: Accommodation: on twin sharing basis at standard category hotels in towns & during the trek at Fairy Meadows. Meals: Full Board Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at hotels and Fairy Meadows. Transport: Air conditioned transport from Islamabad to Raikot Bridge on KKH back to Islamabad, Jeep: local 4X4 Jeep to Fairy Meadows and back to KKH, Guide: English Speaking Mountain Guide. Porter: Porter from Tattu to Fairy Meadows back to Tattu Village.
Cost Does Not Include: Below mentioned services are not included in our price, but some of them and also few others like Rescue Team etc. can be arranged on your request. Entrée fees of sites Museums, national park, Bridges, Personal trekking equipment/clothing. Extras at hotels meals during travel. Room Service and additional ancillary services acquired from the hotel. Personal insurances of clients. Any personal medication Airport fees, Visa fees, visa formalities Evacuation and rescue charges if any. Domestic Air tickets are not included. Markup commission of third Party. Any taxes did not include in the package. Any expense due to forced measures, natural calamities, acts of God, forced majeure: beyond the control of RVT, their staff, and suppliers.
What to know
Terms and Conditions: • Every member must keep his/her CNIC, Passport • The member should have to report 24 Hour before departure time. • Only 10 Kg Cargo bags are allowed & every member is responsible and has to carry his/her own luggage. • Member must have to behave ethically with his/her fellow group members; otherwise, the Company can cancel his/her membership at any time. • The company is not responsible for personal injuries and accidents. • The company is not responsible for the loss of any kind of valuable item. • No returns will be made in case of cancellation of the booking. • However, the Company may cancel the booking at any time. • The company can change terms and conditions at any time. The client must understand to abide by the rules & regulation & by-laws of the company, to be enforced from time to time. The client must understand that adventure/outdoor activities carry a potential risk of personal injury. He/She further undertake that neither He/She nor any of their heirs or legal representatives shall raise any compensation from the company.
Route & locations
Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan to Islamabad, Pakistan