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Description
Take one of the shortest and easiest treks leading to Karakoram peak base camp, home to sweeping views from Rakaposhi to Diran peaks. Also, known as Minapin Trek, the Nagar Valley adventure is easily accessible through the Karakoram highway. The Minapin Glacier sweeps down from the 16 km long fluted snowy ridge that connects the Rakaposhi and Diran.
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Islamabad expand_more
Arrive at Islamabad airport and transfer to the hotel.
The rest of the day can be spent sightseeing in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
Visit the largest mosque in Asia Faysal Mosque and the old local bazaar.
dinner at Monal.
Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
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Fly to Gilgit or drive to Chilas- Naran expand_more
Fly to Gilgit and drive to Chilas (12-14 hours drive on the Karakoram Highway) with your Pakistan tour guide.
If weather permits, you will get a good look at Nanga Parbat (8125m) from the plane.
Overnight at the hotel in Chilas.
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Drive to Gilgit- Magar Valley expand_more
Drive to Gilgit and after lunch, continue to Minapin (about 2-hrs). On the way (70km); the road gradually climbs approx. every 10-km - ascending about 100m at every climb.
A short stop at old silk route.
Enjoy a spectacular view of Mount Rakaposhi (7788m), with its many habitats and villages around the foothills and its snow crown changing color with light. The route abounds with terraced fields and trees, particularly, apricot, apple, and walnut either in bloom or in fall. Dinner Overnight stay.
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Minapin - Hapakun expand_more
Trek to Hapakun 4-5 hours, 5.8km. The trail begins behind the Minapin village, cross a bridge to the Minapin Rivers true left bank.
The stepped path gives wide views of the Minapin Glacier, and eventually of the entire Rakaposhi-Diran crest line. After five hrs ascent,
we reached Hapakun huts. Altitude: 2,814m, Dinner Overnight stay.
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Hapakun to Tagaphari expand_more
A steep trail continues from Hapakun to Tagaphari (3300m).
Then, the trail eases off and contours the rocky slope for about 30 minutes to a verdant bowl, where wildflowers and colourful songbirds thrive. Sweeping gently through the meadow, one can catch the sunset on Diran.
Overnight in the tent.
(2-3 hours, 3km, 450m ascent)
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Tagaphari to Diran Base camp expand_more
Travel from Tagaphari to Diran Base Camp (3700m), an interesting walk of 3-hours on land and another 3-hours to cross the Minapin glacier to reach the foot of Mount Diran.
From Diran Base Camp, trek south-east up the ablation valley towards a rocky bend (4040m), where the route to Camp I moves into the Glacier, close beneath Diran. Enjoy views of the peaks around.
Overnight in the tent.
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Day free or hike to Katchelli Lake (4000M) expand_more
Spend the day at leisure or hike to Katchelli Lake at 4000m. It takes 3 hours to go up and come back to Diran Base Camp.
Overnight in the tent.
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Trek back to Tagaphari expand_more
Trek back to Tagaphari by the same route in 4-5 hours.
Overnight in the tent.
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Walk down directly to Minapin expand_more
Walk down to Minapin in 3 hours, by following the zig-zag route to the Village.
Drive to Karimabad.
Overnight at the hotel.
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Day free at Karimabad expand_more
Visit local sites or go on an excursion to Hoper and Duiker.
Explore Baltit Fort and Altit Fort, and the old civilization of Hunza.
dinner at Pizza Pamir.
Overnight at the hotel.
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Drive to Gojal valley expand_more
Have breakfast and drive to Khunjarab pass.
On the way, visit rock carving, Pak-China friendship tunnel, Attabad Lake, Gulmit, Sost.
Arrive at Khunjarb pass take pictures and back to Sost for lunch.
After lunch, visit Sost dry port and back to Passu.
Visit Passu glacier and Hussaini suspension bridge.
Enjoy dinner.
Overnight stay at Gulmit old house.
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Drive to Besham expand_more
Drive to Besham on Karakoram Highway.
Halt for lunch en-route.
Arrive Beshan/Naran for night stay.
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Besham-Islamabad expand_more
Continue to Islamabad on the Hazara motorway.
Stop for lunch en route.
Arrive at Islamabad check-in free time
Savour dinner at food street.
Overnight stay.
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Departure from Islamabad expand_more
Breakfast and drop to the Islamabad International airport for departure.
What's Included
Accommodation on a twin-share basis at standard category hotels in towns. and Huts & Dome tents during the trek.
Meals included are half board in the hotel and full board during trekking.
Transport: Air-conditioned transport on Karakoram Highway.
Soft top 4x4 jeeps for Hunza excursions.
Invitation letter for visa process
English-speaking Pakistani guide.
What's Excluded
Domestic or international airfares and airport taxes.
Any expenses due to the cancellation of flights, landslides, other natural calamities or Acts of God that go beyond our or our supplier's control.
Entrance fees at sites & museums.
Any expense of personal nature not mentioned above.
Tips and porterage at airports and hotels.
Traveling Insurance
- Covid19 PCR test.
Know before you go
Hunza Valley, paradise on earth, is a mountainous valley located in Gilgit. The main town Karimabad (formerly known as Baltit) is the capital as well as the most popular tourist destination in Hunza. As famous as the valley is for its beauty, the people of Hunza are also well-known for their friendliness and hospitality. Unlike most places in Pakistan, Hunza valley has a very high literacy rate of more than 90%.
Hunza’s tourist season is generally from May to October, because in the winter the Karakoram Highway is often blocked by snow.
Balti Fort in the Hunza Valley is an ancient fort dating back 700 years and has been on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List. Rebuilt and altered over the centuries, the fort is located at a height and can be reached only on foot or by jeep. From its terrace, one can enjoy a splendid bird’s eye view of the houses in Karimabad.
Borith Lake located near Gulmit, Gojal, in the upper Hunza area is roughly 2600m (8500 feet) above sea level. The lake can be reached via a 2 km unpaved jeep route from Husseini village, and is also accessible by a 2-3 hour trekking route directly from Ghuylkin.
Located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region, which is also home to K2 - the second highest peak in the world, Hunza Valley is well-known for its many trekking routes.
Hunza is also famous for its local delicacies, which are served at most of the restaurants located in the Karimabad market area. Sharbat, Diram-Fete, Davdo, Muleda, amongst many others, are just a few of the traditional foods available. Cooked in pure butter and drowned in oil, these dishes are prepared only on occasion as they are expensive.
There are at least 50 shops, restaurants, and hotels located on Karimabad’s bustling streets. One of the biggest attractions in this area is the variety of precious and semi-precious minerals and gemstones. Many tourists visit the Gilgit-Baltistan area for this reason.
From low to high budget, Hunza has them all. You can find the best hotels in Hunza.
Hunza is very safe and the people are known for their hospitality. Similar to all Pakistan cities, it is best to dress modestly. Women must cover their shoulders and knees, and couples should avoid public displays of affection.
Pakistan Rupees, all International credit cards (Visa, MasterCard) are accepted at the ATMs.
Gilgit Airport has located 105 km from the Hunza center.
Cancellation Policy
No refund in case of any cancellation.
Price Details
| Adult | |
| 2 To 20 | USD 2500 Per Person |
| Child | |
| 0 To 0 | USD 0 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |