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Trekking in Pakistan's Karakoram

From beginner-friendly meadows to the legendary K2 Base Camp.

Fairy Meadows trek

Trek across Gilgit-Baltistan, the Karakoram and the Himalaya with guides who were born in these mountains. Old Hunza Adventures has been leading expeditions since 1979, with a flawless safety record and decades of trail-craft.

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K2 Base Camp Trek - Baltistan & Karakoram Tour
Baltistan & Karakoram21 Days / 20 Nights
June – AugustTrekking

K2 Base Camp Trek

The Ultimate Himalayan Challenge — Stand at the Foot of the World's Second Highest Peak

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (16 Days)

Briefing. Equipment check.

Skardu

Reach K2 Base Camp at 5,150mTrek along the Baltoro Glacier — 63 km of ancient ice

Drive + jeep, 3–4 hrs. Last village before the Karakoram wilderness.

Skardu

Trek along the Baltoro Glacier — 63 km of ancient iceStand at Concordia (4,600m) — 'Throne Room of the Mountain Gods'
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Rakaposhi & Diran Base Camp - Nagar Valley Tour
Nagar Valley8 Days / 7 Nights
June – SeptemberTrekking

Rakaposhi & Diran Base Camp

Minapin Glacier, Rakaposhi Taghafari & Diran Base Camp Trek

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (8 Days)

Transfer to Minapin village (2,000m). Meet local guides and gear check.

Minapin / Hunza Valley

Taghafari pasture with direct views of Rakaposhi's 5,800m sheer vertical ice faceTraverse Minapin Glacier and Katchelly Glacier moraines

4–5 hrs trek through pine groves and shepherd settlements (2,800m).

Minapin / Hunza Valley

Traverse Minapin Glacier and Katchelly Glacier morainesReach Diran Base Camp (3,900m) at the foot of Diran Peak (7,266m)
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Nanga Parbat Trek - Diamer & Astore Tour
Diamer & Astore14 Days / 13 Nights
June – SeptemberTrekking

Nanga Parbat Trek

The Killer Mountain — Pakistan's Most Dramatic Trek

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (14 Days)

Drive. Overnight.

Islamabad

Trek to Fairy Meadows (3,300m)Continue to Nanga Parbat Base Camp (Rakhiot, 3,600m)

Raikot Bridge → Tato (jeep) → Fairy Meadows (3 hrs hike).

Islamabad

Continue to Nanga Parbat Base Camp (Rakhiot, 3,600m)Cross via Mazeno Pass route or jeep to the Rupal Valley
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Fairy Meadows & Beyal Camp - Diamer & Raikhot Tour
Diamer & Raikhot5 Days
May – SeptemberTrekking

Fairy Meadows & Beyal Camp

Trek to Nanga Parbat Base Camp from Fairy Meadows

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (5 Days)

Drive ~350 km via KKH.

Islamabad

Reach Nanga Parbat Base Camp (Rakhiot, 3,600m)Stay in wooden cabins at 3,300m Fairy Meadows

Jeep + 3-hr hike. First views of Nanga Parbat.

Islamabad

Stay in wooden cabins at 3,300m Fairy MeadowsLegendary jeep ride from Raikot Bridge to Tato
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Deosai Plateau Trek - Baltistan Plateau Tour
Baltistan Plateau4 Days
June – SeptemberTrekking

Deosai Plateau Trek

Walking Routes on the Roof of the World

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (4 Days)

Drive via Burji La. Stop at Bara Pani for bear sightings.

Skardu

Sheosar Lake loop (2 hrs)Bara Pani marsh walk (1.5 hrs) — frequent brown bear sightings

Hike around the lake. Wildlife photography.

Skardu

Bara Pani marsh walk (1.5 hrs) — frequent brown bear sightingsStream-crossing hikes in the plateau interior
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Nangma Valley Trek - Kanday, Baltistan Tour
Kanday, Baltistan8 Days / 7 Nights
June – SeptemberTrekking

Nangma Valley Trek

The Hidden Valley of Wild Flowers and Cathedral Peaks

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Day-by-Day Itinerary (8 Days)

Drive, 3 hrs.

Skardu

Extraordinary wildflower meadows in June–JulyDramatic rock towers and granite walls

Drive 2 hrs + trek 4 hrs.

Skardu

Dramatic rock towers and granite wallsCompletely off-the-beaten-path wilderness
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Ultar Sar Base Camp Trek - Karimabad, Hunza Tour
Karimabad, Hunza4 Days / 3 Nights
July – SeptemberTrekking

Ultar Sar Base Camp Trek

Beneath the Most Dramatic Peak Above Hunza Valley

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Day-by-Day Itinerary (4 Days)

3,500m. 4–5 hrs steep climb.

Karimabad, Hunza

Start the trek literally from Karimabad townGain dramatic elevation through pine and juniper forest

4,200m. 3–4 hrs. Full day exploration.

Karimabad, Hunza

Gain dramatic elevation through pine and juniper forestReach Ultar Sar Base Camp at 4,200m beneath a 7,388m peak
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Patundas Trek - Passu, Upper Hunza Tour
Passu, Upper Hunza3 Days / 2 Nights
June – OctoberTrekking

Patundas Trek

The Most Scenic Viewpoint Trek in Hunza

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (3 Days)

4–5 hrs, 3,900m. Overnight camp.

Gulmit, Upper Hunza

View the astonishing Passu Cathedral Spires from aboveSee the massive Batura Glacier (56 km) and Passu Glacier

Sunrise. Wildlife. Explore the high meadow ridges.

Gulmit, Upper Hunza

See the massive Batura Glacier (56 km) and Passu GlacierWildflower meadows with marmots, ibex and golden eagles
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Rush Lake & Rush Peak Trek - Hoper, Nagar Valley Tour
Hoper, Nagar Valley6 Days / 5 Nights
July – SeptemberTrekking

Rush Lake & Rush Peak Trek

The World's Highest Trekking Lake — An Extraordinary High-Altitude Gem

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (6 Days)

30 min drive. 4 hrs trek, 3,300m.

Minapin, near Hunza

Reach Rush Lake at 4,694m — one of the highest trekking lakes360° views including Rakaposhi, Diran, Spantik and Haramosh

3–4 hrs, 3,800m.

Minapin, near Hunza

360° views including Rakaposhi, Diran, Spantik and HaramoshTrek through the remote Minapin and Hapakun Glaciers
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Great Karakoram Traverse Trek - Central Karakoram Tour
Central Karakoram20 Days
June – AugustTrekking

Great Karakoram Traverse Trek

The ultimate high-altitude crossing of the Karakoram range

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (3 Days)

Approach via Askole and glacier basecamps.

Askole – Hunza

Crossing of multiple glaciers and high passesRemote wilderness camping

Progressive glacier travel and high pass crossings with acclimatization days.

Askole – Hunza

Remote wilderness campingViews of several 7,000m+ and 8,000m peaks
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Hispar La & Biafo Glacier Trek - Nagar to Baltistan Tour
Nagar to Baltistan14 Days
July – AugustTrekking

Hispar La & Biafo Glacier Trek

Cross one of the world's longest glacier systems

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4WD Transport
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Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (3 Days)

Trek along the Hispar Valley and onto the glacier.

Hispar – Askole

Traverse of the Hispar GlacierCrossing Hispar La pass (~5,151m)

Glacier travel and acclimatization toward Hispar La.

Hispar – Askole

Crossing Hispar La pass (~5,151m)Remote high-altitude camping
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Snow Lake (Lukpe La) Trek - Biafo Glacier Basin Tour
Biafo Glacier Basin16 Days
July – AugustTrekking

Snow Lake (Lukpe La) Trek

Walk across one of the largest ice basins on Earth outside the poles

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (3 Days)

Trek along the Biafo Glacier with acclimatization stops.

Askole

Reaching the legendary Snow Lake ice basinTrekking the Biafo Glacier

Continue to Snow Lake basin and surrounding camps.

Askole

Trekking the Biafo GlacierRemote camping among towering peaks
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Baskochi Meadows Trek - Attabad Lake, Hunza Tour
Attabad Lake, Hunza3 Days
May – SeptemberTrekking

Baskochi Meadows Trek

Wildflower meadows beneath the Hunza peaks

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (3 Days)

Trek from trailhead into lower meadows, camp overnight.

Hunza

Alpine meadows and wildflowers in seasonPanoramic views of Hunza's peaks

Trek to upper meadows, explore surroundings, camp.

Hunza

Panoramic views of Hunza's peaksShorter itinerary suited to most fitness levels
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Hoper Glacier Day Trek - Hoper Valley, Nagar Tour
Hoper Valley, Nagar2 Days
April – OctoberTrekking

Hoper Glacier Day Trek

Walk on one of the most accessible glaciers in the Karakoram

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (2 Days)

Drive to trailhead, trek onto the glacier, overnight camp near the moraine.

Nagar / Hunza

Direct access onto glacier iceViews of Rakaposhi and Diran

Morning glacier walk, return trek and transport back.

Nagar / Hunza

Views of Rakaposhi and DiranSuitable for most fitness levels
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Kharfaq Lake Trek - Khaplu, Baltistan Tour
Khaplu, Baltistan3 Days
June – SeptemberTrekking

Kharfaq Lake Trek

A hidden alpine lake in the mountains above Khaplu

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (3 Days)

Trek from Khaplu to base camp.

Khaplu

Remote alpine lake rarely visited by touristsHighland scenery above the Khaplu Valley

Trek to Kharfaq Lake and explore, camp near the lake.

Khaplu

Highland scenery above the Khaplu ValleyLocal guides with deep regional knowledge
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Juliper & Buldar Pass Trek - Nanga Parbat Massif Tour
Nanga Parbat Massif10 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Juliper & Buldar Pass Trek

Fairy Meadows extension to the remote Nanga Parbat north face

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (10 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer and briefing

Islamabad

Views of Nanga Parbat's dramatic Raikot Face from base campRemote and seldom-visited Juliper and Buldar Pass routes

Fly or drive to Chilas on the Karakoram Highway

Islamabad

Remote and seldom-visited Juliper and Buldar Pass routesCamping on the moraine of Buldar glacier beneath 8000m peaks
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Darkot & Broghil Pass Trek - Yasin & Broghil Valley Tour
Yasin & Broghil Valley14 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Darkot & Broghil Pass Trek

Historic Hindukush passes to Karambar Lake and the Wakhan

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (14 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer

Islamabad

Crossing the historic Darkot Pass at 4600mKarambar Lake - the 31st highest lake in the world at 4300m

Fly to Chitral or drive via Lowari Tunnel

Islamabad

Karambar Lake - the 31st highest lake in the world at 4300mIsolated Broghil Valley with Wakhi and Kirghiz communities
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Tirich Mir Base Camp Trek - Hindukush, Chitral Tour
Hindukush, Chitral14 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Tirich Mir Base Camp Trek

To the base of the highest peak in the Hindukush (7708m)

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4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (14 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer and city tour

Islamabad

Views of Tirich Mir (7708m), the highest peak in the HindukushImpressive 7000m neighbours: Noshaq (7492m) and Istor Nal (7403m)

Fly to Chitral via Lowari Tunnel

Islamabad

Impressive 7000m neighbours: Noshaq (7492m) and Istor Nal (7403m)Zani Pass crossing with panoramic Hindukush views
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Masherbrum Base Camp Trek - Hushe Valley, Baltistan Tour
Hushe Valley, Baltistan12 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Masherbrum Base Camp Trek

Hushe Valley to the granite towers of Masherbrum (7821m)

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (12 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer

Islamabad

Masherbrum (7821m), one of the most beautiful Karakoram peaksHushe Valley with traditional Balti villages and orchards

Fly to Skardu or drive via Karakoram Highway

Islamabad

Hushe Valley with traditional Balti villages and orchardsIntimate glacier experience with few other trekkers
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Wakhan Corridor & Pamir Trek - Chipurson, Upper Hunza Tour
Chipurson, Upper Hunza19 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Wakhan Corridor & Pamir Trek

Three passes traverse from Chitral to Hunza

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (19 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer

Islamabad

Three high passes: Shah Jinali (4215m), Karambar (4300m), Chilinji (5160m)Karambar Lake at 4300m, one of the world's highest alpine lakes

Fly to Chitral

Islamabad

Karambar Lake at 4300m, one of the world's highest alpine lakesWakhan Corridor border with Afghanistan and Central Asian states
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Rupal Face Nanga Parbat Trek - Astore Valley Tour
Astore Valley10 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Rupal Face Nanga Parbat Trek

Nanga Parbat's south side - the greatest vertical rise on Earth

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (10 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer

Islamabad

The Rupal Face of Nanga Parbat - the greatest vertical rise on Earth (4572m)Lush green Rupal Valley with potato fields beneath 8000m walls

Drive to Chilas via Karakoram Highway

Islamabad

Lush green Rupal Valley with potato fields beneath 8000m wallsTwo non-technical glacier crossings close to the face
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Shimshal Pass & Minglik Sar - Shimshal Valley, Gojal Tour
Shimshal Valley, Gojal18 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Shimshal Pass & Minglik Sar

High pastures of the Pamirs on the Central Asia divide

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (18 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer

Islamabad

Shimshal Pass (4735m) on the South Asia-Central Asia divideMinglik Sar (6050m) ascent with distant views of K2

Fly to Gilgit or drive to Chilas

Islamabad

Minglik Sar (6050m) ascent with distant views of K2Crystal-clear alpine lakes at the base of Minglik Sar
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Naltar to Ishkoman Traverse - Gilgit & Ghizer Tour
Gilgit & Ghizer10 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Naltar to Ishkoman Traverse

Pine forests, alpine lakes and Wakhi villages

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (10 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer

Islamabad

Naltar's alpine lakes (Bashkiri Lakes) with turquoise and emerald watersDense pine forests and ski slopes of Naltar Valley

Fly to Gilgit or drive to Chilas

Islamabad

Dense pine forests and ski slopes of Naltar ValleyNaltar Pass crossing with views of Rakaposhi and Diran
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Chilinji Pass Expedition - Karambar & Chipurson Tour
Karambar & Chipurson14 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Chilinji Pass Expedition

5160m pass into Chapursan Valley

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (14 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer

Islamabad

Chilinji Pass at 5160m, one of the highest trekkable passes in the HindukushRemote glaciated terrain with no established tourist infrastructure

Fly to Gilgit

Islamabad

Remote glaciated terrain with no established tourist infrastructureChapursan Valley and the sacred Baba Ghundi shrine
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Gondogoro La & Concordia Trek - Baltoro & Hushe Tour
Baltoro & Hushe21 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Gondogoro La & Concordia Trek

K2, Concordia and the 5650m pass into Hushe

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (21 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer and briefing

Islamabad

Four 8000m peaks visible: K2 (8611m), Broad Peak (8051m), Gasherbrum I (8068m), Gasherbrum II (8035m)Gondogoro La Pass (5650m) with panoramic views of the Karakoram

Fly to Skardu or drive to Chilas

Islamabad

Gondogoro La Pass (5650m) with panoramic views of the KarakoramConcordia - the Throne Room of the Mountain Gods
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Concordia — Throne of the Gods - Central Karakoram Tour
Central Karakoram21 Days
May - OctoberTrekking

Concordia — Throne of the Gods

The Throne Room of the Mountain Gods

All-Inclusive Package Features:

4WD Transport
Hotels & Stays
Licensed Guide
Meals Included
Entry Permits & Tolls
Day-by-Day Itinerary (21 Days)

Arrival in Islamabad, hotel transfer

Islamabad

K2 (8611m), the world's second-highest mountain, from base campConcordia - 360-degree panorama of 8000m peaks

Fly to Skardu or drive to Chilas

Islamabad

Concordia - 360-degree panorama of 8000m peaksBroad Peak, Gasherbrum IV, Mitre Peak, Chogolisa and Trango Towers
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Prepare

Trek Preparation Tips

Physical Fitness

Train cardio and legs at least 8 weeks before your trek.

Right Gear

Layered clothing, sturdy boots, good sleeping bag — we advise on each trek.

Permits

We handle all government permits and NOCs for restricted areas.

Acclimatization

Itineraries include rest days to adjust to high altitude safely.

Expedition-Grade

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Biafo Hispar Snow Lake Trek
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Biafo Hispar Snow Lake Trek

Traverse the World's Longest Glacial System Outside the Polar Regions

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All treks are led by our expert local guides with 45+ years of combined experience.