Shimshal Pass Trek
About this tour
Embark on the legendary Shimshal Pass Trek — an adventure that takes you deep into the “Valley of Mountaineers,” one of the most remote and breathtaking trekking regions of Pakistan. Located in the upper Hunza region of Gilgit-Baltistan, Shimshal offers a perfect mix of raw wilderness, cultural richness, and unmatched mountain views. Highlights of the Trek: Duration: 20–24 days Best Season: June to September Grade: Challenging Altitude: Up to 4,735 meters (Shimshal Pass) Experience the lifestyle of the local Wakhi community Trek across suspension bridges, glaciers, and lush summer pastures Witness the towering peaks of Distaghil Sar (7,885m) and Minglik Sar (6,050m) This journey is ideal for seasoned trekkers seeking solitude, beauty, and the true essence of adventure.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Islamabad, Pakistan
Arrive Islamabad, pick up from airport and drive to hotel. check in free time. after taking some rest in the hotel. visit some beautiful places around Islamabad, visit Lok Virsa museum & Pakistan Monument, and in the evening visit The Faisal Mosque is the national mosque of Pakistan, located in Islamabad, the capital of the country. It is the sixth-largest mosque in the world and located on the foothills of Margalla Hills. It is named after the late King Faisal of Saudi Arabia. Dinner at the famous Kabul restaurant Islamabad. Overnight stay.
Day 2
Early morning breakfast and drive to Islamabad International airport for Gilgit or Skardu flight. It's one hour flight. Arrive Skardu or Gilgit, and drive towards Hunza. on the way a shot stop at old Silk Route and Rakaposhi view point for lunch. after lunch drive to Hunza Karimabad, arrive Hunza check in free time. in the evening visit the local bazar, dinner with local music and local food. Overnight stay.
Day 3
Breakfast and visit 1100 years Biltit fort and 700 years Altit fort and the king of Hunza garden. after that visit old settlement village of Altit village and walk around meet the local people. in the evening visit Eagle's Nest for sunset and the best view point of Hunza. back to Karimabad dinner Overnight saty.
Day 4
Breakfast and drive to shimshal valley on the way stop at rock carving and Pak- China friendship long tunnel. and spend some time at Attabad Lake. after that drive to Gulmit visit the old house and women carpet center. lunch at Passu the famous Yak Grill restaurant, after lunch drive to shimshal valley. its 55km from KKH. enjoy the adventurous road trip to shimshal. arrive Shimshal check in free time. dinner Overnight stay.
Day 5
Breakfast and visit whitehorn view point and walk around the valley and meet the local people. lunch in hotel and check all the equipment's. dinner Overnight stay.
Day 6
• Breakfast & start the our first day of trekking towards Shimshal Pass. • Lunch at Korband. • Arrive at Gharsar rest dinner & night stay.
Day 7
• Breakfast & today we will enjoy the real teste of Shimshal Pass trek. • Will stop for lunch at Vuch Furzin. After lunch the final trek of 3 hrs to Peryan Sar. • Arrive at Peryan sar for dinner & night stay with some breathtaking views
Day 8
• Breakfast & start trek towards Shujerab the 1st settlement area of Shimshal valley. • Lunch at Volyo Dasht. • Arrive at Shujerab Rest dinner & night stay.
Day 9
• Breakfast & trek to Shimshal Pass. Arrive at Shimshal Pass after 3 hrs trek. • Free time lunch & visit the lakes of Shimshal Pass. • Dinner & night stay.
Day 10
Breakfast & Walk around the pasture.• today is relaxing day. We will walk around the 2 huge lakes of Shimshal Pass. • Lunch & trek to the high camp of mingling sar. • Trek back to the camp dinner & night stay.
Day 11
Early breakfast and start climbing to Mingling Sar peak. it will take 6-8 hrs to reach the summit and back to the base camp. after summit the peak trek back to the camp and celebrate and enjoy with all team members. dinner Overnight stay.
Day 12
Breakfast and trek back to Paryan sar. lunch on the way. arrive campsite take rest . dinner Overnight stay.
Day 13
• Breakfast & today is relaxing day. We will walk around the 2 huge lakes of Shimshal Pass. • Lunch & trek to the Shuwart settlement. • Trek back to the camps dinner & night stay.
Day 14
• Breakfast & trek back to Shimshal Valley. • Arrive at Shimshal lunch & free time. • Dinner & night stay.
Day 15
Breakfast and drive to Gilgit or Skardu, lunch on the way. Arrive at the destinations . dinner Overnight stay.
Day 16: Gilgit-Baltistan to Islamabad, Pakistan
Breakfast and drive to the airport for departure. arrive Islamabad and drive to hotel for taking some rest. lunch at food street. after lunch visit the famous market Raja Bazar. dinner at Saidpur village. after dinner drop to Islamabad international airport for final departure. Tour End
What's included
Below mentioned services are not included in our price, but some of them and also few others like DJ, Doctor Rescue Team etc. can be arranged on your request. Personal trekking equipment/clothing. Extras at hotels meals during travelling. Room Service and additional ancillary services acquired from the hotel. Rooms at Hunza & in Shimshal. Meals during travelling. Personal insurances of clients. Any personal medication Evacuation and rescue charges if any. Domestic Air tickets are not included. Any expense due to forced measures, natural calamities, acts of God, forced majeure: beyond the control of RVT, their staff and suppliers.