Fairy Meadows & Nanga Parbat Base Camp

Duration

7 Days

Accommodation

4 Nights Hotel
2 Nights Cottage

Meals

6 Breakfasts
6 Lunches
6 Dinners

Booking

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Overview

Trip Highlights

Enjoy unparalleled views of the beautiful Nanga Parbat (8,126m)
See an 8,000m peak up-close without doing multi-day trekking (perhaps this is the only such tour in the world!)
Relax in the lush green plateau of Fairy Meadows, with breathtaking views of Nanga Parbat.
Witness the magical views of Milky Way Galaxy and the mighty Nanga Parbat in the same frame!
Enjoy the marvelous mountain scenery on the 8^th wonder of the world, the Karakoram Highway
If the road is not blocked, cross the beautiful Babusar Pass (4,173m) which connects Naran Valley with Chilas
Experience the hospitality and culture of local people
Experience outclass service throughout the tour

Fairy Meadows is one of the most popular and stunning places to visit and hike in Pakistan and for good reasons. You can get unobstructed views of one of the most beautiful mountains anywhere in the world, Nanga Parbat (8,126m), which is also the 9^th highest mountain in the world and 2^nd highest mountain in Pakistan. Fairy Meadows tour provides with one of the most accessible hikes that will allow you to witness an 8,000m high mountain without doing a multi-day trek.

The approach to this magical place involves road travel, a short jeep drive and finally, a short soft trek. However, the first sight of the mighty Nanga Parbat will mesmerize you, captivating you in its aura and magic. Next day you can see Nanga Parbat up-close from Beyal camp (one of the base camps of Nanga Parbat) for some marvelous mountain scenery. The days spent in the shadow of Nanga Parbat at Fairy Meadows will surely be an experience of the lifetime!

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrive at Islamabad

Arrival at Islamabad.
You will be received by the group leader and/or guide.
Transfer to centrally located hotel.
Tour briefing with group leader at the hotel.
Sightseeing of Islamabad in the evening.
Enjoy an outstanding dinner at Monal Restaurant, which is situated in Margalla Hills and offers spectacular views of the city.
Overnight stay at centrally located hotel.
Meals: L,D

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Day 2 – Drive to Chilas (Pakistani Tourists will join on this Day)

Leave early in the morning on private air-conditioned coach (or van) for Chilas via Karakoram Highway or Naran Valley (depending on the situation of Babusar Pass).
The Karakoram Highway follows the Indus River, cutting through steep gorges and offering some spectacular scenery all the way to Chilas. On the other hand, the Naran Valley route follows Kunhar River, passing through lush green valleys and offering some marvelous mountain scenery. The crossing of Babusar Pass (4,173m) is an experience in itself, offering some out-of-the-world views.
Chilas is a dry and barren place, situated at the bank of Indus River. You will witness some outstanding panoramic views of Indus River from Chilas.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Meals: B,L,D

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Day 3 – Drive to Raikot Bridge & then Jeep Ride and Small Trek to Fairy Meadows

Leave early in the morning for Raikot Bridge – approximately 3 hour drive on the Karakoram Highway.
Witness some of the most majestic mountain sceneries in the world!
We will transfer to 4×4 Jeeps from Raikot Bridge to Tato Village – Jeep journey will be approximately 1 hour.
From Tato Village, Fairy Meadows in a mere 3 hour soft trek. (You can also ride a horse to Fairy Meadows from Tato Village).
Get ready to be mesmerized at the first sight of Nanga Parbat (8,126m).
Overnight stay at hotel in Fairy Meadows Cottages.
Meals: B,L,D

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Day 4 – Trek to Nanga Parbat Base Camp OR Relax at Fairy Meadows

We recommend to see Nanga Parbat up-close, from Beyal Camp (one of the base camps of Nanga Parbat).
The trail to Beyal Camp is pretty decent, first passing through a thick forest and then along Raikot Glacier to Nanga Parbat viewpoint at 3,667m. There will be some magical views of Nanga Parbat all along the trail.
The trek to Beyal Camp will take approximately 3 hours (one way). Don’t forget to pack a pair of good sturdy shoes and weather-proof jacket.
We can also take the day to just relax at Fairy Meadows and enjoy the aura and mystique of this place. The name Fairy Meadows is part of the legend that fairies have their heaven on this lush green plateau.
The skies are clear most of the night, giving magical views of Milky Way galaxy and the Mighty Nanga Parbat in the same frame!
We will enjoy the bonfire and local music at night.
Overnight stay at hotel in Fairy Meadows Cottages.
Meals: B,L,D

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Day 5 – Trek and Jeep Ride to Raikot Bridge and then Drive to Chilas

Our trek from Fairy Meadows down to Tato Village will be much easier compared to going up from Tato Village to Fairy Meadows.
Transfer to 4×4 Jeeps from Tato Village to Raikot Bridge – Jeep journey will be approximately 1 hour.
Travel on air-conditioned coach (or van) from Raikot Bridge to Chilas, witnessing some incredibly awesome mountain scenery along the Indus River on the Karakoram Highway.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Meals: B,L,D

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Day 6 – Drive to Islamabad (Tour Ends for Pakistani Tourists in this Day)

Leave early in the morning on private air-conditioned coach (or van) for Islamabad via Karakoram Highway or Naran Valley (depending on the situation of Babusar Pass).
The Karakoram Highway follows the Indus River, cutting through steep gorges and offering some spectacular scenery all the way to Chilas. On the other hand, the Naran Valley route follows Kunhar River, passing through lush green valleys and offering some marvelous mountain scenery. The crossing of Babusar Pass (4,173m) is an experience in itself, offering some out-of-the-world views.
Overnight stay at centrally located hotel.
Meals: B,L,D

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Day 7 – Trip Concludes

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport by guide and/or group leader for the flight back home.
Meals: B

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We can customize the itinerary according to your needs, giving you the option to choose where you want to go, what you want to see and when you want to do it. Be it adding a few more days to the tour for visiting more places (e.g. Skardu Valley, Hunza Valley, Naran Valley, Swat Valley, etc.), combining a short trek with the tour (e.g. Rakaposhi (7,788m) Base Camp or Rush Lake), or taking the one of its kind Islamabad/Gilgit/Islamabad flight, just let us know. We will be more than happy to provide you with a tailor-made itinerary.

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Inclusions

What's included

6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners (full board service)
Good hotel in Islamabad (on twin sharing basis)
Good cottage in Fairy Meadows (on twin sharing basis)
Extremely skill and knowledgeable guides
Airport transfers on first and last day of trip
4×4 Jeep ride on the way to and from Fairy Meadows
Domestic transport by air-conditioned coaches (as described in itinerary)
Safety equipment and first aid kits
Emergency medical kit
All tolls on the highways
Visa support letter

What's not included

Clothing and equipment of personal use
Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc.
Tips
Visa
International flights
Airport and departure taxes, excess baggage
Travel Insurance

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