20-Day Manglik Sar Expedition in Shimshal Valley with Karakoram views

20 Days Round trip from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) Hard pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Climb Manglik Sar, a 6,050 m trekking peak in the remote Shimshal Valley
  • 02 Follow the normal route over glacier terrain and 30-35° snow slopes
  • 03 Prepare for a serious summit push using crampons, ice axe, and rope techniques
  • 04 Enjoy exceptional Karakoram views toward K2 and Broad Peak
  • 05 Trek through Shimshal's high pastures, glacial valleys, and alpine camps

Manglik Sar, also spelled Minglik Sar / Mingling Sar, is a 6,050 m (19,849 ft) trekking peak in the remote Shimshal Valley of Upper Hunza. This 20-day expedition combines the approach through Hunza and Shimshal with a serious high-altitude ascent on a relatively accessible 6,000-metre objective. The normal route involves glacier travel, snow slopes of approximately 30-35°, and the use of crampons, an ice axe, and rope techniques during the final summit push. On clear days, the climb rewards you with exceptional views across the Karakoram toward major peaks including K2 and Broad Peak.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 20 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Islamabad, Hunza, Chilas, Naran, Shimshal, Manglik Sar

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly to Islamabad

  • Flight: Fly to Islamabad.

  • Journey Begins: Board your international flight to the capital city of Pakistan, enjoying scenic aerial views of the mountains upon arrival.

2
Day 02

Arrival in Islamabad and Hotel Transfer

  • Arrival: Arrive at Islamabad airport and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.

  • Arrival & Briefing: Land at Islamabad International Airport, check into your hotel, and meet your expedition leader for a team briefing.

3
Day 03

Drive from Islamabad to Chilas

  • Drive: Drive from Islamabad to Chilas and check into your hotel.

  • Into the Mountains: Embark on a scenic drive along the historic Karakoram Highway (KKH), descending into the Indus River gorge toward Chilas.

4
Day 04

Drive from Chilas to Hunza and Karimabad

  • Drive: Drive from Chilas to Hunza/Karimabad and check into your hotel.

  • Journey to Hunza: Continue driving along the KKH past dramatic mountain vistas and viewpoints of Nanga Parbat, arriving in the vibrant cultural heart of Karimabad.

5
Day 05

Preparation or Acclimatization in Hunza

  • Free day: Enjoy a free day for preparation or an acclimatization trek/hike, with an overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Acclimatization Day: Relax, sort your climbing gear, or take a light acclimatization hike up to Baltit Fort or Ultar Meadows for stunning valley views.

6
Day 06

Drive from Hunza to Shimshal Village

  • Drive: Travel from Hunza to Shimshal Village and stay overnight in a guesthouse.

  • Drive to Shimshal: Leave the main highway and navigate the rugged, narrow gorges of the Shimshal River valley to reach the highest settlement in Gojal.

7
Day 07

Trek from Shimshal to Wuch Furzeen

  • Trek: Trek from Shimshal to Wuch Furzeen/Past Furzeen and camp overnight.

  • First Trekking Day: Step onto the trail, following ancient paths along rushing glacial streams as you climb toward the high pastures.

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Day 08

Trek from Wuch Furzeen to Arbab Parien

  • Trek: Trek from Wuch Furzeen to Arbab Parien and camp overnight.

  • Deeper into the Wilderness: Ascend further through remote mountain terrain, surrounded by towering peaks and dramatic alpine gorges.

9
Day 09

Trek from Arbab Parien to Shuijerab

  • Trek: Trek from Arbab Parien to Shuijerab and camp overnight.

  • Approaching the Pass: Trek higher into the high-altitude zone where the landscape opens up into vast pastoral plateaus and glacial valleys.

10
Day 10

Trek to Shimshal Pass and Shuwert

  • Trek: Trek from Shuijerab to Shimshal Pass/Shuwert and camp overnight.

  • Reaching Shuwert: Cross near the historic Shimshal Pass and set up camp at Shuwert, surrounded by high-altitude turquoise lakes and grazing yaks.

11
Day 11

Acclimatization and Climbing Preparation

  • Acclimatization: Spend the day acclimatizing and preparing for the climb, with an overnight stay in camp.

  • Base Camp Prep: Focus on high-altitude adaptation, check technical climbing gear (crampons, helmets, harnesses), and practice rope techniques.

12
Day 12

Set Up Advance Camp

  • Camp: Set up advance camp.

  • Pushing Higher: Move equipment and establish the higher camp closer to the Manglik Sar climbing route to optimize summit morning timing.

13
Day 13

Summit Attempt on Manglik Sar

  • Summit attempt: Attempt the summit of Manglik Sar, 6,050 m, and return to camp.

  • Summit Day: Start before dawn to climb the non-technical snow slopes of Manglik Sar (6,050 m), taking in panoramic Karakoram views before descending safely.

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Day 14

Reserve Summit Day or Return to Base Camp

  • Reserve day: Keep this as a reserve summit day or return to base camp.

  • Contingency / Descent: Use this as a weather buffer day if needed, or trek back down to base camp to celebrate a successful climb.

15
Day 15

Descend toward Arbab Parien

  • Descend: Descend toward Arbab Parien and camp overnight.

  • Beginning the Return: Pack up camp and retrace your steps downward through the high-altitude valleys.

16
Day 16

Trek from Arbab Parien to Wuch Furzeen

  • Trek: Trek from Arbab Parien to Wuch Furzeen and camp overnight.

  • Down Valley Trek: Continue the descent along familiar trails, enjoying the milder air as altitude drops.

17
Day 17

Trek to Shimshal and Drive to Karimabad

  • Trek & Drive: Trek to Shimshal Village and drive to Karimabad for an overnight hotel stay.

  • Return to Civilization: Complete the final stretch of the trek back to Shimshal Village, meet your transport, and drive back to the comfort of Karimabad.

18
Day 18

Drive to Naran

  • Drive: Drive to Naran and stay overnight at the hotel.

  • Scenic Return Drive: Travel out through the picturesque Kaghan Valley, passing over the Babusar Pass (seasonal) and staying overnight in Naran.

19
Day 19

Continue to Islamabad

  • Drive: Continue to Islamabad and stay overnight at the hotel.

  • Back to the Capital: Complete the final leg of the drive back to Islamabad for a celebratory team dinner and a comfortable hotel night.

20
Day 20

Departure from Islamabad

  • Departure: Depart from Islamabad.

  • Farewell Pakistan: Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your return flight home.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation by flight / land

  • Hotel accommodation

  • Hotel meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

  • English-speaking local guide

  • Entry fees for museums, forts, and tourist resorts

  • Toll taxes and parking fees

What's Not Included

  • International flight tickets

  • Personal refreshments

  • Medical kit and any medicine

  • Any extra weight for domestic flight

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arrival hall at Islamabad International Airport, just outside the international arrival gates, where our representative will be waiting holding a signboard with your name and 'North Pakistan Adventure'
Tour start
Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
End of the journey

Your 20 days run from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB).

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