14-Day Shimshal Pass Trek From Islamabad
Description
Embark on an adventurous trek to Shimshal Pass (4735 m) through one of the remotest valleys in the Hunza Gojal Region and be greeted with splendid mountainscapes, lakes, glaciers and flower-filled meadows. Climb some of the most challenging mountain trails and get rewarded with the breathtaking views of Mount K2, Mustagh Pass and Verjarab Valley from the top.
Highlights
- Discover the wonders of Pakistan in our Shimshal Pass Trek
- Drive along the mighty Indus River on Karakoram Highway
- Visit Unesco Listed impressive Altit and Baltit Forts
- Trek through the historical Hunza Valley
- Witness spectacular views of Mount Kailash (8,611 m) and Yazghil glacier
- See Shimshal Pamir, the highest and biggest Yak grazing pasture in Pakistan
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1- Islamabad - Naran expand_more
- Meet and greet your tour representative at Islamabad International Airport.
- Drive to Naran with the Pakistani tour guide.
- Enjoy lunch en-route.
- Arrive Naran and enjoy your free time after checking in.
Dinner and overnight in Naran.
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Day 2- Naran - Hunza expand_more
- Have breakfast and drive to Gilgit -Hunza Via Babusar Pass (4173 m).
- Drive to Chilas for lunch.
- After lunch, continue to Gilgit -Hunza with the Pakistani tour guide.
- Make a short stop at Rakaposhi viewpoint.
- Arrive at Hunza Karimabad and enjoy your free time.
Dinner at Pizza Pamir and overnight stay in Hunza.
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Day 3- Hunza - Shimshal expand_more
Depart for Shimshal and pass some beautiful villages on the way (Shiskat, Gulmit, Ghulkin, Hussaini, and Passu).
After Passu, leave the Karakorum Highway and drive on the narrow road between the mountains along the Shimshal River.
Head to the guesthouse for an overnight stay.
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Day 4- Shimshal - Pasthfuzin expand_more
Start the trek and cross the Shimshal River to Bandsar, a small village part of Shimshal.
After 2 hours, we reach Pamirthung, where we cross the Pamirthung River with a suspension bridge to Caesar, which is almost steep climbing.
Have lunch at Garsar and view the Yazghal glacier, White Horn, Distgir Sar and other famous mountains from this location; the Kurdapin glacier is also visible from this point.
After rest, trek to Pasthfuzin, located in a narrow valley, a very comfortable and beautiful place for camping.
Camp overnight.
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Day 5- Pasthfuzin - Arbabpurin expand_more
- The second day of the trek is a steep screw and descent to Woochfurzin, which takes 1 hour to climb up and cross some difficult parts of the way to Pamirthung,
- Cross the bridge called Chichan Bridge (this bridge was donated by a person to the community of Shimshal) and reach Parin.
- Enjoy lunch in Parin.
- Continue the climb to reach Parinsar. Parinsar offers the best view of Maidur Valley, Chashkin (6000m) peaks, Mangligh Sar(6050m) traverse walk to Arbabpurin.
Camp overnight.
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Day 6- Arbabpurin - Shujarab expand_more
Today, trek to Shujarab, which is the summer pasture owned by the people of Shimshal. Every year about 10– 20 families from Shimshal come here for 6 months (from May to October) with their cattle.
Here, taste the local cheese and milk.
Camp overnight.
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Day 7- Shujarab - Shimshal Pass expand_more
Start the day with a steep trek from Shujarab to Shimshal pass.
Midway, see two beautiful lakes, Lupwhooyee and Zaklayee and camp beside the lake.
Camp overnight.
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Day 8- Mangaligh Sar expand_more
Climb Mangaligh Sar by starting at 3 in the morning.
After 9 hours, reach the summit.
Head back to the campsite for a night stay.
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Day 9- Shimshal Pass - Arbabpurin expand_more
Have breakfast and trek back on the same way to Arbabpurin.
Camp overnight.
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Day 10- Arbabpurin - Pasthfuzin expand_more
Have breakfast and trek back to Pasthfuzin.
Camp overnight.
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Day 11- Pasthfuzin - Shimshal Village expand_more
Trek for 3 – 4 hours.
Arrive at Shimshal Village and head to the guesthouse.
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Day 12- Shimshal - Hunza expand_more
Have breakfast and drive to Hunza.
Visit the Biltit Fort and Altit Fort.
In the evening, visit Eagle's Nest for the sunset.
Head back to the hotel for a night stay.
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Day 13- Hunza - Naran expand_more
Head to Naran on the Karakorum Highway, Babusar top.
Take a halt for lunch and photography.
Proceed to the hotel for an overnight stay.
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Day 14- Naran - Islamabad expand_more
Depart for Islamabad.
Visit the historical Taxila museum, if time allows. But if not, then drive straight to Islamabad and spend the evening shopping or exploring Islamabad city.
Drive to the airport for the return flight.
What's Included
Accommodation on twin sharing basis at standard category hotels in towns and two-person tent during the camping
Meals: Half board at hotels, Full board during the trek
Transport: Air-conditioned on Karakoram Highway, soft top 4x4 jeeps from Hunza to Shimshal
Camping: Provision of dome tents mess tent, kitchen tent, Toilet tent, and folding table & chairs
Portage of 12.5 Kg during trekking
Tips & Portage at airport & hotels
Low porters from Shimshal to Shimshal pass and back
Camping fees
English-speaking Pakistani mountain guide
Invitation letter for visa process
What's Excluded
Domestic/International airfare and airport taxes
Any expense due to force majeure beyond the control of our staff and suppliers like the cancellation of flights, landslides, natural calamities, acts of God, etc
Any expense of personal nature not mentioned above
Entry fees in Parks, museums, etc
PCR test
Travel & health insurance
Meeting Point
Airport Avenue, Islamabad Gandhara International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Standard | |
1 To 4 | USD 2230 Per Person |
This is a group tour |