Accomodation
Hotels and Camps
Best Season
June-October
Meals
Yes
Mineral Water
Available
Guide
Guided
Maximum Altitude
4,000m
Transportation
Bus, Coaster, Van
Minimum Age
10
Maximum Age
65
Destinations
Baltistan
Activities
Hiking, Jungle Safari, Peak Climbing, Photography
Difficulty
Moderate

The Rupal Valley Trek is one of the most scenic trekking experiences in Northern Pakistan, leading travelers to the breathtaking southern face of Nanga Parbat — the world’s ninth-highest mountain. Known as the “Killer Mountain,” Nanga Parbat’s mighty Rupal Face is the highest mountain wall on Earth, rising dramatically above lush alpine meadows, glaciers, and remote mountain villages.

This trek offers a perfect combination of adventure, culture, camping, glacier landscapes, and panoramic Himalayan scenery.

Trek Highlights

• South Face of Nanga Parbat • Herrligkoffer Base Camp • Rupal Glacier • Tarashing Village • Alpine meadows & glacier crossings

Day 01 :

Day 1 – Arrival in Islamabad

Arrival at Islamabad International Airport
Meet & greet by company representative
Transfer to hotel
Trek briefing and equipment check
Free time for rest or city exploration

Overnight:

Hotel in Islamabad

Day 02 :

Day 2 – Drive from Islamabad to Chilas

Early morning departure via Karakoram Highway
Scenic drive through mountain valleys and rivers
Stopovers for photography and refreshments
Views of Himalayan foothills and Indus River

Drive Duration:

10–12 Hours

Overnight:

Hotel in Chilas

Day 03 :

Day 3 – Drive to Rupal Valley

Breakfast at hotel
Continue journey toward Rupal Valley
Pass through traditional mountain villages
Arrival at Tarashing village
Meet local trekking crew and porters
Camp setup and acclimatization walk

Highlights:

Traditional mountain lifestyle
First views of Nanga Parbat

Overnight:

Camping in Tarashing

Day 04 :

Day 4 – Trek to Herrligkoffer Base Camp

Begin trekking through alpine meadows and glacier terrain

Cross streams and rocky sections

Spectacular views of the massive Rupal Face

Arrival at Herrligkoffer Base Camp

Trek Duration:

5–7 Hours

Altitude:

Approx. 3,900m

Overnight:

Camping at Base Camp

Day 05 :

Day 5 – Exploration Day at Base Camp

Full day to explore the surroundings
Optional hike toward glacier viewpoints
Photography session and relaxation
Experience sunrise and sunset over Nanga Parbat

Highlights:

Panoramic mountain scenery
Glacier landscapes
Adventure photography

Overnight:

Camping

Day 06 :

Day 6 – Trek Back to Tarashing

Breakfast at camp
Begin descent toward Tarashing village
Leisurely trekking through green meadows
Arrival and rest at campsite

Trek Duration:

4–6 Hours

Overnight:

Camping in Tarashing

Day 07 :

Day 7 – Drive to Gilgit

Scenic drive along mountain valleys
Optional stopovers for photography
Arrival in Gilgit
Free evening for local bazaar visit

Overnight:

Hotel in Gilgit

Day 08 :

Day 8 – Drive Back to Islamabad

Early morning departure
Scenic mountain drive via Karakoram Highway
Refreshment and photography stops

Overnight:

Hotel in Islamabad

Day 09 :

Day 9 – Departure

Transfer to airport
End of services

9 Days Rupal Valley Trek

9 Days Rupal Valley Trek

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9 Days Rupal Valley Trek

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Trek Highlights

Services Included

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You can send your enquiry via the form below.

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