OVERVIEW

June to October

Day To Mode Time Height Stay (hours) (meters) Stay

00 >

01 >Narran/ Besham AC Van 10/12 1,050 GH/Motel

02 > Hunza / Passu AC an 6/7 2,515 Lodge

03 >Shimshal village Trek 7/8 3,300 GH

04 > past Furzin Trek 5/6 3,650 Camp 1

05 > Arbabparian Trek 4/5 4,150 Camp 2

06 > Shuijerab Trek 4/5 4,500 Camp 3

07 >over Shimshal Pass Trek 4/5 4,735 Camp 4

08 >Base Camp Rest 4,700 Camp 5

09 >Manglik Sar climb 6/7 6,050 Camp 6

10 >Base Camp Rest 4,700 Camp 7

11 >Arbabparian Trek 5/6 4,150 Camp 8

12 > Shimshal Trek 7/8 3, 300 Camp 9

13 >Gilgit / Besham AC Van 12 1,050 GH/Motel

14 Islamabad AC Van 5/6 670 Hotel / Home Self.

DETAIL ITINERARY

Day- 00 Arrive ISB, free days, Foreigners Departure for Pakistan

Day - 01 Arrive Islamabad – / Besham

Arrive Islamabad, after a short stay for fresh up and breakfast drive on the Karakoram Highway to Narran /Besham in air conditioned transport Overnight in hotel. (260/ 150 km, 6/7 hours)B/D

Day - 02 Narran / Besham –Hunza Karimabad;

Exciting drive on KKH through the gorge of Indus & Hunza rivers to upper Hunza. En route visit the meeting point of the worlds three greatest mountain ranges, Himalayas, Hindukush and Karakoram. Enjoy fascinating views of Nanga Parbat (8,125 m) & Rakaposhi (7,788 m). Overnight in hotel. ( 500/530 km, 8/9 hours)

Day - 03 Hunza Karimabad / Passu Shmshal Valley:

We start the day with a short ride on soft top 4x4 jeeps from Passu village towards Shimshal valley. The jeep track passes through the narrow gorge of Shimshal river After 3 hours relatively easy walk by the river, we arrive at the ‘travelers hut’ of Ziarat for overnight. camp. Some 600 years ago a Sufi Saint (Shah Shams) from central Asia arrived here and stayed here for several nights. He also preached Islam in this region. From Ziarat we can see Karoon 1 (7164m) Peak. In Ziarat we will find fresh spring water for drinking and washin will be in Kuk, opposite to Mulungudi glacier, and with hot springs. We have beautiful view of Dastagil Sar (7885m) from here. As we walk from Kuk, we cross the river on another foot bridge and then climb a gradually ascending hill and finally emerge on the starting point of the Shimshal valley. From here it is easy descend to the main valley of an hour & half to main village. Shimshal is one of the remotest areas of Karakoram. 900 years ago Shimshal Valley was discovered by a Sufi Saint he settled here and all Shimshali people are from his family. GH/ Camp overnight. (4/5 hours, 3300m)

Day - 04 Shimshal – Pasth Furzin:

For the next two days, our walk would mostly be traverse through the really narrow gorge of Shimshal river. But our walk from the village for the first two hours today is in the open valley along the river. Soon we leave the main valley and turn to left to enter the gorge. Mostly the trek is safe, although at few places you would need good balance on the narrow foot track. Enroute enjoy views of Kunianchish and Yazgildoom peaks both are above 7000m. Furzin, a narrow camp along the side stream is known for its Birch trees. Overnight in Furzin. (5/6 hours)

Day - 05 Pasth Furzin - Arbab Parian:

This might be the hard part of the trek. We start from the camp with a steep ascend of 200 meters on the cliff facing the camp, traverse gradually for half an hour and then descend steeply to Shimshal river. We cross the river on foot bridge and then walk for another hour to Pariyan camp for cool breeze off the Maidur Nallah and fresh lunch. After lunch we take up the last part of gorge walk, involving one and half hour’s ascend on a well maintained yet steep foot trek (pariyan) to the top, called Pariyan Sar, with fascinating views of our peak Manglik and many other summits. Here you enjoy the vista and take relaxing an hour’s walk to the camp. Our camp Arbabparian is a shepherds settlement for winter, with plenty of fresh water. (4/5 hours)

Day – 06 Arbab Parian – Shunjerab:

Compared to last two days, it is a relaxing walk along the river with views of peaks soaring above 6,000 meters. In our way we will pass Ganj Dour Valley, leading north to China border with many pastures for the yaks and goats. This valley is known for its substantial population of blue sheep, Marcopolo sheep, Ibex and also few snow leopards and bears. Shunjerab is the summer home of Shimshalis, with 60 houses and huge yards to house the animal & human population. People stay here in May & June and then proceed over Shimshal pass to Shuwart to spend the winter. Camp overnight (4/5 hours)

Day – 07 Shunjerab – Shimshal Pass Manglik Base Camp:

East from Shunjerab is Gulchi Washk (carpet of flowers), a 200 meters gradual ascent to bring us just under Manglik Sar. We walk in wide open valley running east to west, with two lakes located just before the Shimshal Pass. In summer we find Yaks, goats and sheep who roam the green pastures. We shall built our camp after 2/3 hours walk, just under the main ridge of Manglik Sar. In afternoon one could walk over to Shuwart summer settlement, consisting of 60 houses. Inevitable we might get invited for dinner, a great chance to visit local houses and also to taste the energetic nomad food made from Yak’s cheese, butter and wheat flour. Camp overnight. (4/5 hours, 4735m)

Day - 08 AT Base Camp:

Base Camp Rest day for acclimatization and to explore the area. We will also visit some local houses this day. Shuwart glacier is one of the places here to visit. Camp overnight.

Day – 09 Manglik Sar 605m Base Camp:

Full days to attempt the trekking Peak Manglik Sar (6050m), just north of our camp. As we start in soft morning light, for the first few hours we will ascend gradually on the main ridge leading to the summit. At 5,800 meters we will leave the ridge and head toward the eternal snow of the Peak. The going could be slow here due to altitude and increased ascent of the Peak. Yet near the top it is wide as a football field and also not so steep. Enjoy fascinating view of the valley from the top, on a clear day one can see K-2 and Broad Peak distant east. Safety rope and other required climbing equipment will be carried by the mountain guide. Descend down to base camp. (9/10 hours excursion).

Day – 10 Attempt Day Base Camp:

Another full day to attempt the peak. On this trek to Shimshal Pamir, there is option to climb the Manglik SAR 6050m or other two peaks around or who do not want to make the summit can trek around or to Shuwerth. Here we take you for the ascent of a 6,050 m trekking Peak. It is an easy trekking peak does not required technical things just to needs to travel the team in roped. It is one day climb normally with 1500M ascent and 1500 descent. It is safe and easy climbing, can

take a good and physical fit trekker to the top of this peak. This is a popular and easy to access 6000M peak. To climb this peak you need snow shoes, gaiters, harness and rope.

There are two other peaks just near below 5500M, Kuz Sar and Lup Zhui Sar also in one day can climb using same base camp of Mangalik Sar.

A special camp fire will be arranged that night with local music and dances to celebrate the successful attempt on the peak. Camp overnight.

Day – 11 Shimshal pass Shuwart - Arbab Parian:

Same trek we have passed through on our way to Shuwart. But it will take us very short time because of the continues gradual descend of the trek. Camp overnight. (5/6 hours)

Day – 12 Arbab Parian – Shimshal :

It is an easy walk. We follow a stream flowing from Shuwart to Shimshal It is a beautiful Valley and water is easily accessible here. Camp overnight. (4/5 hours)

Day - 13 Drive Karimabad – Besham/ Narran:

Early morning drive Air Conditioned transport on the Karakoram High way towards Besham. Lunch in Dassu./ Narran Proceed towards Besham/ Narran. Overnight at Motel. (11/12 hours )

Day - 14 Drive Narran/ Besham – Islamabad:

After breakfast we will drive towards the Federal Capital. Half day SS in Islamabad after lunch. Evening free. Overnight at Hotel. (5/6 hours)

Personal Equipment checklist for travel to the PAKISTAN

We recommend the following equipment for your trek tour,

Ω Trekking backpack or travel bag from 90 liters with large zipper

Ω Duffle Packing bag / protection bag (70 to 90 l) against moisture, dust, rain,

Ω 1 day backpack approx. 25 - 35 liters volume, also suitable as hand luggage

Ω Passport + passport, vaccination pass, 1 passport

Ω Flight tickets

Ω Cash in small denominations in USD ,Euro, pound,

Ω 1 pair of trekking shoes with strong profile sole ankle high (well run in and crampon for the climbing peaks or pass

Ω 1 pair of sports or gym shoes

Ω 1 pair of sandals (overland)

Ω 1 Gore-Tex jacket wind and waterproof

Ω Fleece pullover, fleece jacket

Ω Long trousers, including 1 trekking trousers, over-trousers waterproof

Ω 1 - 2 long-sleeved cotton shirts, T-shirts

Ω Functional underwear, warm socks, trekking socks

Ω Woolen cap, warm gloves (mittens recommended)

Ω Laundry (all in small dosages!), Small towel

Ω 1 sleeping bag (down or synthetic fiber) up to -8 -10 ° C suitable for comfort

Ω 1 insulating mattress

Ω 1 LED headlamp with spare batteries

Ω 1 thermos bottle 1 liter + 1 tin bottle from SIGG 1 liter with thermo mantel

Ω Better but 2 Thermos bottles! (About 2 liters in total)

Ω Sonne hut, good sun cream (at least 25), lipstick for the lips.

Ω glacier goggles with side protection (at AT in a large selection and inexpensive to buy)

Ω Toilet paper 1 roll, paper towels, moist towels (for hygiene)

Ω Hand disinfectant

Ω Photo equipment with sufficient batteries + memory cards, event. Binoculars

Ω Sewing kit, some cord (as a clothes line or for repairs)

Ω Pocket knife, book for reading, leggings

Ω Additional catering - eg Power Bar Riegel or Gel - our miracle weapon on the mountain especially bifi, chocolate, sweets, other snacks, sweets, tea bags.

Ω Medicines for digestive disorders, colds, headaches, circulation, pavement

Ω 1 pair of telescopic sticks as walking aid

Ω Waterproof plastic bags (various for the better overview in the main bag), additionally bags for the Dirt washing and problem waste which you take back home (eg batteries and aluminum)

Ω Electrolyte drink (available at the pharmacy)

Ω Pakistan professional Mountain Guide;

Ω Crampons for climb peaks pass,