The North Remembers
Overview
"The North Remembers: Peak of the Karakoram" Witness the collision of empires and ice. This is an epic transit through the Himalayas and Karakorams, designed to take you beyond the map and into the soul of Pakistan’s most majestic landscapes. "The North is calling—answer it." The Giants' Footsteps: Stand in the shadow of legends as you trek to the base camps of Nanga Parbat, the "Killer Mountain," and Rakaposhi, the "Shiny Wall." A Tale of Two Valleys: Contrast the surreal, high-altitude cold deserts and turquoise lakes of Skardu with the emerald orchards and ancient silk-road heritage of Hunza. The View from Above: Conquer the heights of Fairy Meadows for a mystical alpine escape and climb to Baskochi Top for the ultimate bird’s-eye view of the glowing Attabad Lake. From the roar of glacial avalanches to the silence of the Sarfaranga dunes, this expedition captures the very soul of the North. Adventure at its peak, literally.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Flight to Skardu
Morning: Take the world's most beautiful flight and land to Skardu. Afternoon: Shift to Van and Explore nearby spots i.e. Shangrila & Upper Kachura Lake.Check-in at Resort and take rest. Evening: Depart for Katpana Desert for Sunset and back to Resort.
Visit Kharpocho Fort and Hike to Masroor Rock
Morning: Breakfast and depart to visit the ancient fort. Afternoon: After that, Hike to Masroor Rock and visit some nearby spots in Skardu. Night: Cultural Dinner in the evening.
Sarfranga Desert and Shigar Valley
Morning: Breakfast, visit Sarfranga Desert and do some Desert Activities. Afternoon: Visit Shigar Valley, Shigar fort and back to Skardu. Night: Dinner at Skardu's Famous Hotel.
Drive to Adventorous Road of Fairy Meadows
Morning: Breakfast, we will drive towards Fairy Meadows which is almost 4hour Drive. Midday: Shift to 4x4 Jeeps for the lifetime Adventorous Ride. Evening: Reached Tatu Village and Hike towards Fairy Meadows. Check-in at Resort.
Hike to Nanga-Parbat Basecamp
Morning: Breakfast, we will start our most beautiful hike towards Mighty NangaParbat basecamp. Afternoon: Short stop at Bayal Camp, Viewpoint and then reached at Basecamp. Evening: Photography and Dance at the Basecamp. Night: Hike back to Fairy-Meadows. BBQ and Bonfire at Night-time.
Drive towards Amazing Hunza Valley
Morning:Hike back to Village to catch our Jeep. Back to Raikot Bridge and shift to our Bus. Afternoon: Reached Karimabad, have cultural lunch and visit Altit Fort. Evening: Drive towards Hunza Highest view-point, "Eagle-nest" for the incredible Sunset. Night: Back to Resort.
Atabad Lake & Passu Cones
Morning: Breakfast & Visit Atabad Lake, Hussaini Suspension Bridge. Midday: Passu Cones, Gulmit Valley and Borith Lake. Night: Stay in Passu Valley.
Hike towards Baskochi-top.
Morning: Spend some time to explore Passu Valley. Do Cycling or have rest and restore your energy. Afternoon: Hike towards Baskochi top in the noon and back to Passu Valley. Night: Bonfire and Cultural Dance Party at Passu Resort. Dinner at Yak Gril.
Hunza to Hapakun
Morning: Drive from Karimabad to Minapin Village. Park our vehicle at local guesthouses like Diran Guesthouse or Osho Thang. Afternoon: Start the trek. The trail climbs steeply through pine and juniper forests. Trek Time: 3–4 hours. Stay: Camp at Hapakun Meadows, a beautiful grassy pasture with views of the Hachindar and Maiun peaks.
Hapakun to Rakaposhi Base Camp
Morning: Continue the ascent. The trail becomes steeper as you approach the ridge overlooking the Minapin Glacier. Midday: Reach Taghafary, the base camp area. From the ridge, you can see the massive "Shiny Wall" of Rakaposhi and the interconnecting ice wall with Diran Peak. Optional: Many hikers take a side trip across the glacier to Diran Base Camp (requires 2–3 extra hours and caution due to crevasses). Stay: Overnight in Camps at Taghafary.
Return to Minapin & Hunza
Morning: Enjoy the sunrise over the peaks and begin the descent. Afternoon: The hike down to Minapin is much faster (approx. 3 hours). Evening: Drive back to Gilgit and night stay in Nomal Valley
Nomal Valley to Skardu
Morning: Breakfast and Explore the Garden of Das-e-Basi Resort. Afternoon: Depart for Skardu Valley (4hr drive) and check-in at Resort Evening: Sunset at Katpana Desert Night: Dinner at Rafsal Resturant
Flight to Islamabad
Morning: Flight back to Islamabad. Afternoon: Check-in at Guesthouse and Explore Islamabad Main Points. Evening: Dinner at Dome's Resturant located at Margalla Mountains. Night: Shopping and back to Guesthouse
What's Included
- Domestic Return Flight
- Breakfast, Dinners and Refreshments.
- Entry Tickets, toll taxes and fuel
- All type of Transport. (Van & 4x4 jeep)
- Accomodation (Resort & Camping)
- Professional Tour Guide
- Porter's Cost for Treks
What's Excluded
- International Flights and Visa
- Lunch and other self-refreshments
- Shopping and Tips
- Anything that is not in the Services Inclusion.
Ready for this adventure?
$1,800per person