Nanga Parbat Mazeno Pass Trek
Nanga Parbat (8125 m/26,813 ft) is the second highest mountain in Pakistan and 9th in the world. The huge massif has a series of ridges and pinnacles culminating at 8125m/26,813ft with the name of Nanga Parbat, which means ‘naked mountain’. The other given name which gained fame is Killer Mountain as the early disasters on this peak were drastic and once had the maximum number of causalities as compared to any other mountain in the world. After a long struggle, it was finally conquered by a joint Austrian-German expedition when Hermann Buhl made the final ascent in a strenuous forty one hour solo ordeal without oxygen. In the program we make a circle trip around the mountain and witness the beauty and culture of the surrounding areas. While trekking, we cross the maximum height of 5399 meters at Mazeno, a semi technical pass, which requires fixed ropes while making the descent on steep crevassed slopes.
Trip Highlight |
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| Best time: | July to September |
| Maximum Elevation: | 5399 meters |
| Trip Length (Islamabad to Islamabad): | 17 nights/18 days (6 hotel nights & 11 camping nights) |
| Trek Grade: | Strenuous |
| Route: | Islamabad-Chilas- Fairy Meadows-Astore-Nanga Parbat BC Rupal Side- Mazeno Pass-Nanga Parbat Diamir BC- Chilas-Islamabad |
| Days | Activities |
| 1 | On arrival at Islamabad International Airport, you’ll be warmly greeted and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a relaxed half‑day tour of Islamabad’s highlights—including the grand Faisal Mosque and scenic Daman‑e‑Koh viewpoint—before settling in for the night at a comfortable city hotel (500 m). |
| 2 | Today’s drive along the stunning Karakoram Highway takes 10–12 hours via Besham or Babusar Pass, with dramatic mountain views and ever‑winding roads. Arrive in the riverside town of Chilas (~1,265 m) for your overnight hotel stay. |
| 3 | Leaving early, you drive towards Tato (about 3 hours), then trek approximately 3 hours up to Fairy Meadows (3,300 m), passing through dense pine forests. Overnight in alpine huts surrounded by meadows and mountains. |
| 4 | Acclimatisation hike to Nanga Parbat’s Raikot Face Base Camp at ~3,900 m and return to Fairy Meadows. Enjoy panoramic views of the towering Nanga Parbat and its massive ice walls before spending another night in alpine huts. |
| 5 | After breakfast, descend to Tato and board a jeep for a scenic drive of about 7 hours to the mountain village of Tarashing (2,250 m). Overnight stay in a cozy hotel. |
| 6 | Begin trekking from Tarashing (≈2,900–3,000 m) through lush valleys up to Herrligkoffer Base Camp (~3,500 m) beneath Nanga Parbat’s imposing Rupal Face. Glacier views and pastoral terrain offer a perfect introduction to high‑altitude trekking. Overnight in tents. |
| 7 | A 7–8‑hour trek through alpine pastures brings you to Shaigiri Base Camp (~3,650 m) with dramatic views of Shaigiri Peak (5,584 m) and the Rupal wall. Camp under the shadows of the immense southern face of Nanga Parbat. |
| 8 | Trek for about 4 hours across juniper and grassy terrain climbing gently to Mazeno Base Camp (~4,200 m), nestled near Toshain peaks. This camp introduces you to the ridge terrain leading to the pass. Overnight in tented camp. |
| 9 | Ascend steeply for 5–6 hours to Mazeno High Camp (~4,800 m) on the upper side of the glacier below the Mazeno Pass. Vegetation fades, and the terrain becomes stark glacier moraine. Camp on a cold, high‑alpine site. |
| 10 | This is the trek’s highlight: a long, strenuous day (8–9 hours) ascending to the Mazeno Pass (≈5,399 m), then descending steep, crevassed slopes—ropes and crampons recommended—to Upper Loiba (≈4,200 m). Rewarding alpine panorama at the summit. Overnight camping. |
| 11 | After a challenging day before, enjoy an easier 4–5‑hour descent through lush Loiba Meadows (~3,350 m) surrounded by shepherd huts and alpine pastures. Relax amidst flowering meadows and calm streams. Camp overnight. |
| 12 | A scenic 6‑hour trek through pine and birch forests, crossing Kachal ridge (~3,400 m) to reach Ser (~2,900 m). Appreciate changing landscapes and views of distant Nanga Parbat. Camp for the night. |
| 13 | Continue trekking through gentle terrain (~6 hours) to the summer settlement of Kutgali/Jerdin (~3,100 m), where the locals graze livestock. Stunning mountain views, and spend the night under the stars. |
| 14 | A day hike (≈4 hours) to Nanga Parbat’s Diamer face BC (~4,100 m), across flower‑covered meadows with vista of the Kinshofer Route up the summit. After exploring, return to camp in Kutgali for the night. |
| 15 | Trek from Kutgali to Raikot Bridge and then load into jeeps for an adventurous drive into the gorge toward Tato. A final 2‑hour trek brings you to Fairy Meadows (~3,300 m), where you relax in alpine huts. |
| 16 | A gentle 1–1.5 hour trek through forest and along streams leads to Beyal Camp (~3,500 m)—a peaceful shepherd settlement with towering views of Nanga Parbat. Watch the Alpine glow light up the “Killer Mountain.” Overnight in tents. |
| 17 | Today’s optional excursion takes you up to the Raikot face Base Camp again (+4 hours round trip), followed by a return to Beyal. Bask in sweeping views and reflect on your journey. Camp overnight in Beyal. |
| 18 | Descend from Beyal to Fairy Meadows, then trek to Tato. Board your jeep back to Raikot Bridge and drive along the Karakoram Highway to Chilas, finally returning to Islamabad for a hotel stay or airport transfer. |
| 19 | Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your homeward flight. Conclude your 18‑night/19‑day journey filled with mountain magic, cultural insights, and alpine memories. |
• SERVICES INCLUDED
1. All Airport pick and drop
2. One way fare between––Skardu – Islamabad.
3. Transportation for briefing, debriefing and sightseeing.
4. Transportation between Islamabad Skardu -Askoli–Hunza-.
5. Three nights’ Accommodation, twin bed room in Islamabad (bed & breakfast)
6. One night in Chilas Hotel with full board.
7. Three nights in Skardu with full board.
8. Local staff Wages, insurance, food and equipment.
9. Low porters to carry trekking foods, member personal to all mentioned places.
10. Way up 25kg each trekking members.
11. Way down 25kg each trekking members.
12. All trekking and base camp foods.
13. Comfortable members tent, Mess tent, Kitchen tent, toilet tent, table, chairs & kitchen utensils.
14. Assistance for Reconfirmation of international flight tickets.
15. All Camping fees, road taxes & bridge crossing fee.
16. Low Porters Equipment’s.
17. Documentation fee
18. Trekking permit fee
• SERVICES NOT INCLUDED
1. Member international flight tickets
2. Helicopter emergency rescue fees (refundable after deduction of U$D 500/- if not use, it is now US$15000/-
3. Members any climbing gears
4. Member personal insurance
5. Sleeping bag and all personal expenses such as telephone calls, fax, email charges, liquor or soft drinks,
6. Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely personal nature
7. Custom clearing charges (import and export of equipment’s)
8. Tips for staff and porters.
8. Any unforeseen expenses (just like road block extra hotel stay or if members stay more days at Base Camp) then members will be pay according to the numbers of days basses.
9. Trekking members will come together. If any/some member split during the period then there extra expenses will be charged according to normal price
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