Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek

The Rupal Base Camp Trek offers an exhilarating 12-day adventure, reaching altitudes up to 3656m at the foot of Nanga Parbat, Pakistan’s second-highest and the world’s ninth-highest peak. Known as the “Killer Mountain,” Nanga Parbat has a legendary yet tragic mountaineering history. From Hermann Buhl’s daring 1953 solo ascent to Reinhold Messner’s tragic 1970 expedition, its slopes have tested human endurance like few others. This trek allows adventurers to experience breathtaking Himalayan scenery, from lush valleys to towering walls of ice and rock. More than a trek, it’s a journey of reflection, courage, and connection with nature’s raw majesty.

Trek Highlights

• Rupal Base Camp (3,656m), the iconic starting point to witness Nanga Parbat’s western face.
• Nanga Parbat, the “Killer Mountain,” the world’s ninth-highest peak with legendary mountaineering history.
• Panoramic views of Rupal Glacier and surrounding Himalayan peaks.
• Intermediate camp trek offering stunning alpine scenery and glacier vistas.
• Lush valleys and river trails along the trek route.
• Malika Parbat views, the highest peak of the Kaghan Valley visible en route.
• Photography opportunities of dramatic walls of ice, rock, and snow.
• Immersion in raw Himalayan wilderness, far from crowded trails.
• Cultural encounters in Tarashing village and Chilas town.
• Scenic drives along the Karakoram Highway connecting Islamabad to the trek.
• Optional exploration of nearby Gilgit, including local markets, Kargah Buddha, and valley views.
• A journey of courage, reflection, and connection with nature’s grandeur, ideal for adventure seekers.

Nanga Parbat Rupal Base Camp Trek – Into the Heart of the Himalayas

Day 1 – Islamabad to Chilas

Early morning departure from Islamabad via Karakoram Highway (KKH). Scenic drive through Abbottabad, Besham, and Dasu. Arrive in Chilas; overnight stay at a hotel or guesthouse.

Day 2 – Chilas to Tarashing

Drive to Tarashing, the gateway to Nanga Parbat Rupal Base Camp. Preparation for the trek, including briefing and checking of gear. Overnight stay in a local guesthouse.

Day 3 – Trek to Rupal Base Camp (Initial Stretch)

Begin trek on moderate trails along streams and pastures. Scenic views of the western face of Nanga Parbat. Overnight camping at the first base camp zone.

Day 4 – Trek to Intermediate Camp

Continue ascending towards Rupal Glacier. Enjoy panoramic views of Rupal Face, Malika Parbat, and surrounding peaks. Overnight in tents at intermediate camp.

Day 5 – Trek to Rupal Base Camp

Final ascent to Rupal Base Camp (3656 m). Explore the surroundings; take photos of the majestic Nanga Parbat “Killer Mountain.” Overnight stay in tents at Base Camp.

Day 6 – Base Camp Exploration

Optional short hikes and photography around Rupal Glacier. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Nanga Parbat’s towering slopes. Overnight stay at Base Camp.

Day 7 – Begin Descent to Tarashing

Trek back along the trail towards Tarashing. Overnight stay in a local guesthouse.

Day 8 – Tarashing to Chilas

Drive back to Chilas along the KKH. Rest and sightseeing in Chilas. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 9 – Chilas to Gilgit

Scenic drive to Gilgit; optional visit to local markets and Kargah Buddha. Overnight stay in Gilgit.

Day 10 – Gilgit to Islamabad

Morning flight or road journey back to Islamabad.

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