The Darkot Pass, nestled in Pakistan’s Hindukush Range, served as a historic route used by Korean General Ko Chen-Chi and the Chinese Army. It’s a remote and stunning trekking path, forming part of the Darkot and Broghil Pass Trek, which begins in Islamabad, takes you through Gilgit via the Karakoram Highway, and leads to Darkot Pass and the Wakhan corridor along the Afghan border. The journey continues through Chitral, offering a glimpse of Kalash Valley and Swat Valley before circling back to Islamabad. This trek provides a rare opportunity to explore a recently accessible region, featuring picturesque mountain villages, lush meadows, and abundant wildlife. It eventually concludes in Gupis via Shandur Pass, with the chance to visit Hunza and Gilgit.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Islamabad, transfer to the hotel.
Day 2: Drive to Chilas, En route and visit ancient rock carvings.
Day 3: Drive to Gilgit, and explore Kargah Buddha and the local bazaar.
Day 4: Depart for Darkot village, and reach Darkot before sunset.
Day 5: Trek to Darkot Pass Base Camp with scenic views.
Day 6: Trek to Darkot Pass (4,703m) and descend to Chikar-Chitral Valley.
Day 7: Trek to Lashkargaz via Gharel and Ishkarwaz.
Day 8: Trek to Lale Rabat via Zindi Kharam Glacier and Chikar Glacier.
Day 9: Trek to Karomber Lake (4,304m), and enjoy natural beauty.
Day 10: Scenic trek through the high plateaus of Wakhan Corridor.
Day 11: Trek to Kashmanja, passing through mountain villages.
Day 12: Drive to Yarkhun Lasht in a four-wheel jeep.
Day 13: Drive over Shandur Pass to Gupis via Phander Lake.
Day 14: Drive to Gilgit, and visit Kargah Buddha and local bazaars.
Day 15: Drive to Besham with stops at Jaglot and Nanga Parbat viewpoints.
Day 16: Drive to Islamabad via Taxila, and visit museums and historical sites.
Day 17: Departure, transfer to the airport for international departure.
Highlights
Islamabad – Chilas – Gilgit – Darkot village – Chikar-Chitral Valley – Lashkargaz – Lale Rabat – Karomber – Wakhan Corridor – Kashmanja – Yarkhun Lasht – Shandur Pass
Time Duration
17 days and 16 nights