05 Days Hike to Fairy Meadows & Nanga Parbat Base Camp
Highlights
Abbottabad, Naran, Besham, Islamabad, Chilas
Locations Covered
Abbottabad, Naran, Besham, Islamabad, Chilas
nature, trekking, camping
Group Tour
5 Days
Medium
English, French, Urdu
Description
Wow, that sounds like an epic adventure! A 5-day hike to Fairy Meadows and Nanga Parbat Base Camp is a dream trip for trekking enthusiasts. Here's a brief breakdown of what you might expect on such a journey:
Highlights
- Fairy Meadows: Renowned for its lush greenery and unparalleled views of the mighty Nanga Parbat (8,126 meters), also known as the "Killer Mountain."
- Nanga Parbat Base Camp: A challenging yet rewarding trek with breathtaking glaciers, alpine scenery, and majestic peaks.
- Confluence of Mountain Ranges: Witness the meeting point of the Karakoram, Himalayas, and Hindu Kush—an awe-inspiring geographical marvel.
- Karakoram Highway (KKH): Travel along one of the highest paved international roads in the world, passing through rugged terrain and dramatic gorges carved by the Indus River.
Possible ItineraryDay 1: Arrival in Raikot and Jeep Ride to Tato
- Drive along the Karakoram Highway, stopping at scenic spots.
- Take a thrilling jeep ride from Raikot Bridge to the village of Tato.
- Trek to Fairy Meadows (about 2-3 hours).
- Overnight stay at a campsite or wooden cabins.
Day 2: Explore Fairy Meadows
- A day to relax and acclimatize.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Nanga Parbat.
- Optional: Visit the local village or short hikes in the meadows.
Day 3: Trek to Nanga Parbat Base Camp
- A full-day trek (approx. 6-7 hours round trip) through pine forests, alpine terrain, and glacier viewpoints.
- Reach the base camp to soak in the grandeur of Nanga Parbat.
- Return to Fairy Meadows for the night.
Day 4: Leisure and Return to Tato
- Spend the morning enjoying the serene environment of Fairy Meadows.
- Trek back to Tato and take the jeep back to Raikot Bridge.
- Overnight stay in Chilas or on the way to your next destination.
Day 5: Drive Back Along the Karakoram Highway
- Witness the confluence of mountain ranges and enjoy stops at key landmarks.
- Return to your starting point or move to your next adventure.
Packing Essentials
- Clothing: Layered clothing for varying temperatures, waterproof jacket, trekking shoes.
- Gear: Backpack, trekking poles, water bottles, and sleeping bag.
- Health: First aid kit, altitude sickness medication, sunscreen.
- Extras: Camera, power bank, snacks, and a good book for downtime.
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Itinerary
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Arrive ISB, Drive to Chilas / Narran (Meet The Indus)
Arrive at Islamabad airport in the morning.
Transfer by air-conditioned buses; proceed overland to Chilas / Narran. As the drive from Islamabad starts, it will go on 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 where the Indus River is joined by Gilgit River.
Continue your drive to Chilas with your Pakistan guide. (07/08 hours, 320 km)
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Jeep /Trek Drive to Tattu & Trek Fairy Meadows
Drive on Karakoram Highway.
Arrive at Raikot, and board on 4x4 soft top jeeps.
Drive for one hour and arrive at Tattu, a small village inhabited by Shina speaking Chilasis. The trek commencement point. As loads are distributed among the porters, leave the jeeps and start walking.
Ascend gradually, walking through the dry lunar landscape of this meeting point of Hindukush and the Himalayan range. Soon you enter the narrow, barren gorge of Tato river; the track clings high on its left bank.
Cross through the green juniper and pine trees to arrive at Fairy Meadows for overnight huts/ camping. (07/08 hours)
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Trek to Base Camp of Nanga Parbat (4000 meters)
Walk through the pine trees, a covered valley with Raikot glacier flowing on the left side and the summit of Nanga Parbat straight ahead. An ideal day’s walk to the base camp of Nanga Parbat.
Traverse the lateral moraine of the glacier after about two hours and then arrive at a flat meadow of Bayal 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.
Eat lunch at 4,000 meters.
Enjoy thrilling views of Nanga Parbat and its surrounding peaks.
Walk back later to the camp at Fairy Meadows hut/ camp. (7/8 hours round trek.)
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Trek & drive back to Besham/ Naran
Embark on two hours downhill walk from Fairy Meadows along Tattu river.
Board on your jeeps once again at Tattu and arrive at Raikot Bridge on KKH over Indus River.
Reach Raikot, where the AC van will be waiting for us.
Transfer into the van and drive back to Besham / Naran for an overnight stay at a hotel (8/9 hours trek).
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Drive to Islamabad Departure
Continue to drive on KKH/ towards Islamabad bypassing the important archaeological site of Taxila and by afternoon, arrive in Islamabad.
Eat dinner at Monal Pir Sohawa.
Transfer to airport for international departure flight.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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