14-Day Shimshal Pass Trek from Islamabad via Hunza and Shimshal

14 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on an adventurous 14-day trek to Shimshal Pass (4735 m) through one of the remotest valleys in the Hunza Gojal Region. This journey rewards you with sple...

Duration: 14 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Islamabad, Taxila, Gilgit, Hunza, Chilas, Naran, Shimshal · Languages: English

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What's Included

Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at standard category hotels in towns and in two-person tents during camping
Meals: half board at hotels and full board during the trek
Transport: air-conditioned transport on the Karakoram Highway and soft-top 4x4 jeeps from Hunza to Shimshal
Camping: provision of dome tents, mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, and folding table and chairs
Portage of 12.5 kg during trekking
Tips and portage at airports and hotels
Local porters from Shimshal to Shimshal Pass and back
Camping fees
English-speaking Pakistani mountain guide
Invitation letter for the visa process

Not Included

Domestic and international airfare and airport taxes
Any expense due to force majeure beyond the control of our staff and suppliers, such as cancellation of flights, landslides, natural calamities, acts of God, etc.
Any expense of a personal nature not mentioned above
Entry fees in parks, museums, etc.
PCR test
Travel and health insurance

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Islamabad and Drive to Naran

Meet and greet your tour representative at Islamabad International Airport. Drive to Naran with your Pakistani tour guide. Enjoy lunch en route. Arrive in Naran, check in, and enjoy some free time. Dinner and overnight stay in Naran.
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Day 02

Drive from Naran to Hunza via Babusar Pass

Have breakfast and drive to Gilgit-Hunza via Babusar Pass (4173 m). Drive to Chilas for lunch. After lunch, continue to Gilgit-Hunza with your Pakistani tour guide. Make a short stop at the Rakaposhi viewpoint. Arrive in Hunza Karimabad and enjoy your free time. Dinner at Pizza Pamir and overnight stay in Hunza.
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Day 03

Journey from Hunza to Shimshal

Depart for Shimshal and pass through beautiful villages on the way, including Shiskat, Gulmit, Ghulkin, Hussaini, and Passu. Depart for Shimshal and pass through beautiful villages on the way, including Shiskat, Gulmit, Ghulkin, Hussaini, and Passu. After Passu, leave the Karakoram Highway and drive on the narrow road between the mountains along the Shimshal River. After Passu, leave the Karakoram Highway and drive on the narrow road between the mountains along the Shimshal River. Head to the guesthouse for an overnight stay. Head to the guesthouse for an overnight stay.
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Day 04

Trek from Shimshal to Pasthfuzin

Start the trek and cross the Shimshal River to Bandsar, a small village that is part of Shimshal. Start the trek and cross the Shimshal River to Bandsar, a small village that is part of Shimshal. After 2 hours, reach Pamirthung, where you cross the Pamirthung River by suspension bridge to Caesar, which involves an almost steep climb. After 2 hours, reach Pamirthung, where you cross the Pamirthung River by suspension bridge to Caesar, which involves an almost steep climb. Have lunch at Garsar and enjoy views of the Yazghal glacier, White Horn, Distgir Sar, and other famous mountains from this location. The Kurdapin glacier is also visible from this point. Have lunch at Garsar and enjoy views of the Yazghal glacier, White Horn, Distgir Sar, and other famous mountains from this location. The Kurdapin glacier is also visible from this point. After a rest, continue trekking to Pasthfuzin, located in a narrow valley and known as a very comfortable and beautiful place for camping. After a rest, continue trekking to Pasthfuzin, located in a narrow valley and known as a very comfortable and beautiful place for camping. Camp overnight.
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Day 05

Trek from Pasthfuzin to Arbabpurin

The second day of the trek involves a steep ascent and descent to Woochfurzin, which takes 1 hour to climb, followed by crossing some difficult parts of the trail to Pamirthung. Cross the bridge called Chichan Bridge, which 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 (6000 m) peaks, and Mangligh Sar (6050 m), followed by a traverse walk to Arbabpurin. Camp overnight.
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Day 06

Trek to the Summer Pasture of Shujarab

Today, trek to Shujarab, 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. Today, trek to Shujarab, 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. Here, taste the local cheese and milk. Camp overnight.
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Day 07

Climb Toward Shimshal Pass

Start the day with a steep trek from Shujarab to Shimshal Pass. 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. Midway, see two beautiful lakes, Lupwhooyee and Zaklayee, and camp beside the lake. Camp overnight.
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Day 08

Summit Climb to Mangaligh Sar

Climb Mangaligh Sar, starting at 3 in the morning. Climb Mangaligh Sar, starting at 3 in the morning. After 9 hours, reach the summit. After 9 hours, reach the summit. Head back to the campsite for the night. Head back to the campsite for the night.
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Day 09

Return Trek to Arbabpurin

Have breakfast and trek back along the same route to Arbabpurin. Have breakfast and trek back along the same route to Arbabpurin. Camp overnight.
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Day 10

Trek Back to Pasthfuzin

Have breakfast and trek back to Pasthfuzin. Have breakfast and trek back to Pasthfuzin. Camp overnight.
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Day 11

Trek to Shimshal Village

Trek for 3-4 hours. Trek for 3-4 hours. Arrive at Shimshal Village and head to the guesthouse. Arrive at Shimshal Village and head to the guesthouse.
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Day 12

Drive to Hunza with Fort Visits and Sunset

Have breakfast and drive to Hunza. Have breakfast and drive to Hunza. Visit Baltit Fort and Altit Fort. Visit Baltit Fort and Altit Fort. In the evening, visit Eagle's Nest for sunset. In the evening, visit Eagle's Nest for sunset. Head back to the hotel for the night. Head back to the hotel for the night.
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Day 13

Return to Naran via the Karakoram Highway

Head to Naran on the Karakoram Highway via Babusar Top. Head to Naran on the Karakoram Highway via Babusar Top. Stop for lunch and photography. Stop for lunch and photography. Proceed to the hotel for an overnight stay. Proceed to the hotel for an overnight stay.
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Day 14

Drive to Islamabad with Optional Taxila Visit

Depart for Islamabad. Depart for Islamabad. Visit the historical Taxila Museum, if time allows. If not, drive straight to Islamabad and spend the evening shopping or exploring the city. Visit the historical Taxila Museum, if time allows. If not, drive straight to Islamabad and spend the evening shopping or exploring the city. Drive to the airport for your return flight. Drive to the airport for your return flight.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Airport Avenue, Islamabad Gandhara International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan · Tour start: New Islamabad Airport Rd, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.