Pakistan · Trekking

5-Day Fairy Meadows Trek from Islamabad with Nanga Parbat Views

5 Days Round trip from Islamabad Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Take in the magnificent views of Nanga Parbat and Beyal Camp
02 Hike to the magnificent grassland of Fairy Meadows
03 Travel via Babusar Pass at 4,173 m with scenic stops along the way
04 Experience thrilling jeep rides between Raikot Bridge and Tattu

Embark on a trekking adventure to Fairy Meadows and Beyal Camp, passing through steep and challenging hiking trails. Enjoy spectacular views of mountain ranges, forests, valleys, glaciers, and meadows along the way, with thrilling jeep rides adding to the experience. Spend your nights in cosy camps while taking in the breathtaking scenery around Nanga Parbat.

Enjoy spectacular views of mountain ranges, forests, valleys, glaciers, and meadows along the way, with thrilling jeep rides adding to the experience.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Islamabad, Chilas, Naran, Nanga Parbat

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Drive from Islamabad to Chilas via Naran Kaghan

Pick up from Islamabad and drive to Chilas via Hazara Motorway, Balakot, and Naran Kaghan. (13 hours)
Stop over at Balakot, Kawai Waterfall, Naran, Lulusar Lake, and Babusar Pass at 4,173 m.

Overnight stay in Chilas.

Day 02

Journey to Fairy Meadows via Raikot and Tattu

Head to Raikot Bridge (1.5 hours) and take a jeep ride to Tattu (2 hours).
Then, trek up to Fairy Meadows (3-4 hours) and enjoy spectacular views of the breathtaking mountains all around.
Arrive at Fairy Meadows and spend some free time enjoying the stunning views of Nanga Parbat and other mountains along the Raikot Glacier.

Bonfire dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03

Hike to Beyal Camp and the Viewpoint

Start hiking to the viewpoint via Beyal Camp. (3 hours)
Take a short break at Beyal Camp and continue the hike to the viewpoint. (1 hour)
Enjoy your time at the viewpoint and return to Fairy Meadows. Those who want to see the base camp can continue the hike up to the base camp. (2.5 hours)
Spend your time at the base camp and then return to Fairy Meadows.

Bonfire dinner and overnight hotel stay (camping).

Day 04

Return from Fairy Meadows to Batakundi or Kaghan

Today, hike back to Tattu. (2 hours)
Take a jeep ride (2 hours) and return to Raikot Bridge.
Then, continue the drive to Batakundi or Kaghan Valley. (6 hours)

Night stay in Batakundi.

Day 05

Drive via Naran and return to Islamabad

Continue the drive to Naran and enjoy river rafting there (not included in the package).
Later, transfer to Islamabad.

End of tour.

Where this trip takes you

Fairy Meadows grassland, Beyal Camp viewpoint, Nanga Parbat, Babusar Pass at 4,173 m

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Islamabad 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transport: private van from Islamabad to Islamabad
4x4 jeep from Raikot to Tattu and return
4x4 jeep from Paras to Sharan and return
Accommodation: 4 nights on a triple-sharing basis
Food: 3 standard meals a day
Entrance tickets and toll tax
All guided excursions
Tents, sleeping bags, and mattresses

What's Not Included

Medication, evacuation, and rescue in emergencies
Personal insurance of clients, international airfare, airport taxes, and extra expenses due to landslides, roadblocks, etc.
Extras at hotels such as drinks, laundry, and phone calls
Any travel cost (bus or jeeps) if anyone leaves the trek at any stage for any reason

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