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Walking & Trekking
Trek Pakistan's Nangma Valley and Karakoram Mountains
10 days • 5
5
Excellent
9 reviews
10 days
Start
Islamabad, Pakistan
Finish
Islamabad, Pakistan
Trip Code
HQXP
Min Age
18
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Full Service Camping (3 nights)
From £2,675(10 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Hike among the towering peaks of Northern Pakistan’s Baltistan region on well-marked trails in Nangma Valley.
Enjoy fully supported camping with expert guides, porters and a professional cooking team, providing warm Pakistani meals at every campsite.
Stay active with an optional day hike to the mountaineer’s paradise of Amin Brakk, also known as the Great Tower.
Join in a live Balti dance performance at the Nangma Valley campsite and cross paths with local shepherds whose pastures share these trails.
Tap into your local leader’s expert insights as you take some time to explore the capital city of Islamabad.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip visits places as high as 4500 m above sea level, which can cause altitude sickness, regardless of age or physical health. Please see the ‘Medical and health’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more details on travelling at altitude and ensure you are familiar with signs of Acute Mountain Sickness.
This trip involves a full camping experience, giving you access to more remote destinations at close proximity, and the joy of experiencing the elements. Expect two-person tents (single supplement available) and sleeping bags, as well as a separate mess tent to enjoy fresh meals prepared by your support crew.
Please read the packing list for required equipment carefully and remember that you don’t necessarily have to bring it all with you – you can hire or buy some of it in Skardu.
Itinerary
Set off on a fully supported trek among Pakistan’s highest peaks
Trek among the towering rock walls and lush valley floors of Northern Pakistan’s Karakoram Range and Nangma Valley. The Baltistan region, sometimes known as Little Tibet, is a mountaineer’s paradise. Spend four days trekking along well-marked and relatively easy trails that cross glacial streams running through vibrant pastures and camp under the stars. You’ll be fully supported by a professional and welcoming crew of porters, guides and camp cooks who will prepare fresh and filling hot meals featuring local Pakistani dishes. Along your roundtrip journey from Islamabad, you’ll also get the chance to meet Balti locals and learn about the history and culture of this region, through dancing, shared meals and expert local knowledge.
Inclusions
Meals
9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Full Service Camping (3 nights)
Included activities
Skardu Bazaar walk
Manthal Rock Buddha
Khaplu Fort Museum
Yugo Village cultural walk
Mingulo Broq guided hike
Rumbak - Expert Licensed professional local guide
Rumbak -15 kgs of porter services per person
Live music and dance show by local Balti people
Mingulo Broq to Nangma valley guided hike
Amin Brakk base camp guided hike
Nangma valley to Kanday guided hike
Traditional lunch with local family at Kanday village
Islamabad - Taxila Museum & archeological sites
Taxila – Truck Art Workshop
Optional activities
Islamabad - Faisal Mosque at sunset - Free
Skardu - Kharpocho Fort visit - Free
Khasho Glacier Hike - Free
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Arrival and Departure transfers are included in this trip, please provide us with your exact flights details no later than 14 days prior to your departure.
3. On this tour we travel from Islamabad to Skardu by plane. In case of unfavourable weather, we may need to swap the flight and drive instead. Please see Special Information box on day 2 for exact contingency plan.
4. Passport scans are required at the time of booking to book domestic flights.
5. All trekking permits and National Parks entrance fees are included in the price of the trip.
6. We use Pakistan Airlines for the included internal flights.
Reviews (9)
5 stars
9
Kathryn
Jan 06, 2025
Pakistan, its mountains, and its people are more beautiful than I could have imagined. The trip was so well organised and felt so safe. Out of the 14 countries I visited on my trip, Pakistan is the absolute highlight, and I am already organising my return!
helen
Nov 26, 2024
tour was well organized - a lot of fun & highly recommended information from Beyond the Valley (local tour company) was very helpful preparing for the visa tour exceed expectations - every participant having their own tent; clean, warm sleeping bag tour leader (Muneer) went above & beyond on every aspect; communication was very clear with daily meeting updates & whatsapp … tour assistant (Nasim) was knowledgeable & helpful; all staff were friendly & cheerful accommodations were all nice & clean
Thomas
Nov 20, 2024
I fell in love with Pakistan during this trip. Initially going for the beautiful landscape, I was welcomed by a fantastic culture, amazing people and a rich history. Our tour leader, Muneer Alam, made us extremely comfortable and safe throughout the whole trip. Cannot wait to go back.
Brian
Oct 01, 2024
Don't hesitate to go to Pakistan. Trekking area is not highly trafficked and very scenic. Trekking staff was wonderful and did a great job setting up camp and preparing food. There are multiple options for additional hikes in the afternoon and free day that can be selected based upon individual goals.
Molly
Sep 24, 2024
Pakistan is now my favourite country after this trip and can’t stop recommending it to everyone I know. Breathtaking scenery, the most warm & kind people, unbeatable trekking, great food. Thank you to guides Muneer and Naseem who had huge smiles every day and not only gave us trekking guidance but educated us on cultural customs, history, language, geography and so much more. Felt incredibly safe in their hands.
Carter
Jul 05, 2024
This trip is incredible. The trek itself is gorgeous, the cultural parts of the trip are fascinating and inspiring, and the guide Muneer makes it all even more special. Pakistan truly is an undeveloped wonder and all travelers should be exploring it before it gets too crowded.
Theresa
Jul 04, 2024
This trip takes you to one of the nost beautiful corners of the world - a unique and amazing experience with insights into a warm and welcoming culture.
Madelyn
Jun 12, 2024
Such a wonderful cultural and adventurous trip! I had so much fun learning about the beautiful Pakistani culture and hiking in the most spectacular nature I have ever experienced. Each day was packed with fun, and we were so well supported the entire time. 10/10 an amazing trip
Heidi
Jun 07, 2024
Pakistan is an undiscovered gem! The people are friendly and curious. The food is delicious. The mountains are absolutely stunning. But the best part of our Pakistan tour was the incredibly humble, funny and sincere guide Muneer. Do yourself a favor and take a trip with this guy, you will not be disappointed.
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