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The Nangma Valley Trek is a ten-day guided journey through one of Pakistan's most stunning landscapes, often referred to as the "Yosemite of Pakistan" due to its towering rock walls. Despite being in the Karakoram region, this trek is considered an easy walking holiday. Participants will stay in a combination of tents, local guesthouses, and hotels. Key highlights include treks to Amin Brakk Base Camp (4,500m) and Mingulo Broq (3,500m), sleeping under the clear skies of Nangma Valley (3,950m), and cultural visits to nearby villages.
Itinerary
Arrive at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to the hotel. After some time to rest after your journey, take a city tour and visit the likes of Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument and Lok Virsa Museum.
Fly from Islamabad airport to Skardu (1h scenic fight). Free day for sightseeing and shopping in Skardu Bazaar. We visit Manthal Rock Budha, Kharpocho Fort and Skardu Bazaar. In the event of a fight cancellation due to inclement weather, we will drive from Islamabad via the Karakoram Highway with short stops at scenic lookouts.
Drive to Khaplu, passing through small villages in the Ghanche district, stopping at the confluence of the Shayok and Indus rivers, Thorgo Pari and Yugo. We enjoy a traditional lunch at Yugo followed by a cultural walk to see village life and meet some local people. Later in the afternoon, we drive to Khaplu and check into the hotel, with leisure time to visit Khaplu Fort Museum and the organic garden.
After breakfast, we drive from Khaplu to Kanday village (2h), then hike to Mingulo Broq (3,500m). This trail goes through beautiful lush green meadows, with magnificent views of the region’s rocky walls. As we are camping here, there is plenty of time to take in these unique geological wonders.
Today we have a beautiful hike from Mingulo Broq to Nangma Valley (3,950 m), passing through lush green fields and following a glacial stream. After lunch at the campsite, there is plenty of time to enjoy the area at your leisure.
Free day in Nangma Valley with an optional day hike to Amin Brakk Base Camp (4,500m). Wake up early to enjoy the mesmerizing sunrise, visit the nearby glacial stream, test your scrambling skills on nearby rocks, or venture out to spot some of the numerous Karakoram birds and flower species.
Today we trek back to Kanday and have a traditional lunch with a local host family. Later we will drive back to Shigar with short stops at various touristic spots. In the evening, we will check into the hotel and have free time.
Drive from Shigar to Skardu airport (1h) and fly to Islamabad (1h). Transfer to hotel and sightseeing after lunch.
If we are not able to fly due to inclement weather, we will travel down to Islamabad by road. If we fly from Skardu to Islamabad, we will enjoy sightseeing in the capital, or your leader will advise you on the options available for today. (Day excursion to the Taxila museum and archaeological sites will be one of the options).
After breakfast, transfer from the hotel to the airport for international fights.
Services
| Airport transfers (on the first and last day in Islamabad) |
| All land transport involved in the itinerary |
| Internal fights and associated airport transfers |
| All hotel accommodations (twin sharing) |
| All meals throughout the holidays |
| Licensed professional local guides |
| Sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary |
| Implementation of all sustainable tourism protocols |
| NOC/Trekking Permits/national park permit fees |
| All entry tickets (forts, parks) |
| Up to 15kg of porter services per person |
| Access to the group satellite communication |
| Travel Insurance |
| Pakistan Visa (and supporting documents) |
| International airfare |
| Personal equipment (clothes, boots etc.) |
| Tips for guiding and supporting staff |
| Miscellaneous expenses – drinks and souvenirs etc. |
| Extra expenses due to unforeseen events such as natural disaster, roadblocks or health conditions of a fellow traveller |
| Personal expenses and tips |
| Any items not specifically mentioned as included in the programme |
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Muhammad Ishaq
CEOI am a professional mountaineer and expert mountain guide in the Karakoram Range. In addition to my guiding work, I have recently opened a climbing training center in Huahe Valley, where I aim to share my knowledge and experience with aspiring climbers and adventurers.
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