The Nangma Valley Trek is a guided trip lasting 12 days in Gilgit-Baltistan, northern Pakistan, topping out at 4,500 m. It is graded Moderate — meadow trek to about 4,000 m, non-technical — 4 days on foot. 5 fixed departures are open from $1,590 per person, all-inclusive from Islamabad.
Nangma Valley Trek: 2027 All-Inclusive
The Nangma Valley Trek is a 12-day, 11-night trip from Islamabad into the Nangma Valley above Kanday in Baltistan, to the base camp meadows at about 3,950 m under the granite of Amin Brakk (about 5,850 m).
The Nangma Valley
Nangma is a side valley of the Hushe region, a green trough of meadows walled by some of the biggest granite towers in the Karakoram. Climbers call it the Yosemite of Pakistan. For trekkers it is one of the gentlest ways into big-mountain country: short days, no glacier crossings, and camps where shepherds still graze their flocks.
The route
Days 1–4: Islamabad, the flight to Skardu, a rest day, then the drive to Khaplu.
Days 5–8: on foot from Kanday (about 3,000 m) to Mingulu Broq (about 3,500 m), the Nangma base camp meadows (about 3,950 m), a day hike to Amin Brakk base camp (about 4,500 m), and back to Kanday.
Days 9–12: back to Skardu, the flight to Islamabad, a spare day for weather, and departure.
- Duration
- 12 Days - 11 Nights
- Max altitude
- 4,500 m
- Grade
- Moderate
- Days on foot
- 4
- Best season
- Summer ( May - September )
- Group size
- Max 12
Nangma Valley Trek Price
Join one of our fixed departures at an all-inclusive group price of $1,590 per person. Everything in the services-included section is covered at this price, including the Islamabad–Skardu flights and the CKNP fee. Choose your departure below.
Fixed Departures
Fixed departures are scheduled dates you join as part of a group, rather than arranging your own trip.
| Departure | Dates | Price | Availability | Deposit | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 02 | 1 May – 12 May | $1,590/person | 6 of 12 places | $159 | Book now |
| Group 03 | 20 Jun – 1 Jul | $1,590/person | 9 of 12 places | $159 | Book now |
| Group 04 | 11 Jul – 22 Jul | $1,590/person | 7 of 12 places | $159 | Book now |
| Group 05 | 1 Aug – 12 Aug | $1,590/person | 5 of 12 places | $159 | Book now |
| Group 06 | 22 Aug – 2 Sep | $1,590/person | 8 of 12 places | $159 | Book now |
Private & customised groups
These are private departures, priced by the size of your party rather than by a set date.
| Group size | Price | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Solo (1 Person) | $3,400 | Fully private Nangma trek with your own guide, cook and porters. |
| (2-3 Persons) | $2,590 | Semi-private trek for two or three walking together. |
| (4-6 Persons) | $1,990 | Small private group with the full support team. |
| (7-10 Persons) | $1,590 | Best value. Full group with guide, cook, porters, flights and hotels. |
Can you do this trek?
Yes — if you can walk uphill for a few hours, this is well within reach.
Graded Moderate — meadow trek to about 4,000 m, non-technical. No technical climbing and no ropework.
What to expect
The highest point is 4,500 m, so altitude counts here. The itinerary is built around acclimatising and your guide sets a pace that gets you there comfortably.
One thing we do insist on: travel insurance that covers helicopter evacuation.
Travel Experience
Itinerary: Nangma Valley Trek
A 12-day trek from Islamabad into the Nangma Valley in the Hushe region: Skardu and Khaplu first, then on foot from Kanday through Mingulu Broq to the base camp meadows under Amin Brakk.
Day 1Arrive in Islamabad
540 m
We meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel. In the evening your trek leader runs the briefing: gear check, the Skardu flight plan and how the days on the trail are paced.
Day 2Fly to Skardu
2,230 m
A 45-minute mountain flight past Nanga Parbat when the weather allows. If the flight is cancelled we drive the Karakoram Highway instead and use the spare day at the end. Afternoon free in Skardu.
Day 3Skardu: rest and gear check
2,230 m
A day to acclimatise before going higher. Walk up to Kharpocho Fort or out to the Manthal Buddha Rock, buy last snacks in the bazaar and repack for the trail.
Day 4Drive to Khaplu
~2,600 m
About three hours east along the Indus and Shyok rivers. In the afternoon, Khaplu Palace and the Chaqchan Mosque. Night in Khaplu.
Day 5Kanday to Mingulu Broq
~3,500 m
A short jeep ride to Kanday (about 3,000 m), the last village, where the porters load up. Then about four hours on foot through fields and Balti hamlets, over wooden bridges, to the meadow camp at Mingulu Broq.
Day 6Into the Nangma Valley
~3,950 m
A steady climb into the upper valley. The granite starts here: Amin Brakk, Shingu Charpa and the towers around them rise straight out of the meadows. Camp at the Nangma base camp meadows.
Day 7Day hike to Amin Brakk base camp
~4,500 m
Up to the base camp under Amin Brakk (about 5,850 m), the Great Tower of Pakistan, then back down to Nangma for the night. Steeper than the days before, and optional if you would rather rest at camp.
Day 8Trek out to Kanday
~3,000 m
Downhill most of the way, about five hours, back to Kanday. Night in a village guesthouse or camp.
Day 9Drive back to Skardu
2,230 m
Down the Hushe road and through Khaplu to Skardu, for a hot shower and a hotel bed.
Day 10Fly to Islamabad
540 m
The morning flight to Islamabad, weather permitting. If it is cancelled, we start down the Karakoram Highway by road.
Day 11Spare day in Islamabad
540 m
Kept free for weather delays. If everything ran on time, the day is yours: the Faisal Mosque, the Lok Virsa museum or the bazaars of Rawalpindi.
Day 12Depart
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
What’s included in the price
Every fixed departure is all-inclusive from Islamabad. This is exactly what your $1,590 per person covers, and the handful of things it does not — so there is nothing to settle at the trailhead.
Included in the price
- Airport transfers
- Islamabad–Skardu flights both ways (with a Karakoram Highway road fallback if a flight is cancelled)
- All jeep transfers
- 7 hotel nights (twin share) and all camping on the trek
- All meals on the trek and in hotels
- Camping equipment
- A licensed local Balti trek leader
- Cook and porters
- A satellite phone with the group
- The Central Karakoram National Park (CKNP) fee of $50 per person. Nangma is an open-zone valley
- So no restricted-area trekking permit is needed
Not included
- International flights to and from Pakistan
- The Pakistan visa fee
- Personal travel and medical insurance
- Personal trekking gear (boots
- Sleeping bag
- Down jacket)
- Rental can be arranged in Skardu
- Tips for guides
- Porters and support staff (recommended $5-10 per day per person)
Resources
Free guides from our local team, so you arrive ready.
- Trekking gear list what to pack
- Trekking medicine & altitude staying well up high
- Maps, books, visa & permits planning your trip
Why Karakoram Venture
Because the people who take you up this mountain are from it. Our guides grew up in these valleys, and they are our own team — not a booking desk handing you to whoever is cheapest that week. Every one of them holds a guide licence from DTS Gilgit-Baltistan and the Federal DTS, renewed each year, and worked at least five years in the region before applying for it. Most also hold Wilderness First Aid.
Because the safety is real, and we will name it rather than imply it. A satellite phone travels in every camp, we hold established helicopter-rescue contacts for this region, and we tell you exactly which travel insurance to carry. Budget operators cut precisely these things, because you cannot see them on a web page.
Because the price is honest. Local infrastructure is why $1,590 per person covers the trip from Islamabad rather than a stripped-down base rate. Exactly what it includes — and the handful of things it does not — is set out above.
How to book this trip
More About the Nangma Valley Trek
Booking & Payment
A deposit of 10% of the trip price confirms your seat. The balance is due 30 days before departure.
Book through our website, WhatsApp, or an authorized agent — every booking is confirmed in writing.
Prices are held once your deposit is received and may otherwise change with season and availability.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 30+ days before departure: full refund minus the deposit.
Cancel 14-29 days before: 50% refund of the total paid.
Cancel under 14 days before: no refund, as rooms and transport are already booked.
Permits & Documentation
You need a Pakistan Trekking & Mountaineering visa; we provide the Letter of Invitation.
Nangma is an open zone, so no restricted-area permit is required. The CKNP fee ($50 per person) is included in the price.
We require valid travel and medical insurance covering trekking and emergency evacuation.
Health & Fitness Requirements
Moderate. Four days on foot, 4–6 hours a day on shepherd trails, sleeping up to about 3,950 m. The optional day to Amin Brakk base camp climbs to about 4,500 m.
No technical climbing skills are needed. Nights are cold even in summer; we provide tents and camp gear.
Tell us in advance about any heart condition or history of altitude sickness so we can pace the climb.
Important Notes
Carry at least 2 recent passport-size photos for verification and documentation.
A valid passport (foreign nationals) or CNIC (Pakistani nationals) is mandatory for booking and travel.
Keep your original passport or CNIC with you throughout the tour for security checks and hotel check-ins.
Foreign nationals need a valid passport and the correct visa; any NOC and trekking/restricted-area permits are arranged by Karakoram Venture.
Special Information
Professional and experienced Tour Manager available from start to end of the trip.
Delicious and fresh daily meals included from Day 1 until departure.
No complimentary meals provided on flights or during transit stops.
Follow updated state travel policies carefully for a hassle-free journey.
Transportation Details
Comfortable and spacious A/C Coaches for long trips and intercity travel.
Sturdy 4x4 jeeps for mountain roads and sightseeing (up to 7 pax per vehicle).
Reliable 4x4 vehicles (Land Cruiser / Prado) for off-road and high-altitude excursions.
Arrival & Departure Guidelines
Day 1: Report at the designated airport on time as per schedule.
Final Day: Depart after successfully completing the full itinerary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Nangma Valley Trek cost?
$1,590 per person on our scheduled departures for a full group, including the Islamabad–Skardu flights and the CKNP fee. Smaller private groups pay more, up to $3,400 for a solo traveller; the price table above shows every tier.
How long is the trip?
12 days and 11 nights, Islamabad to Islamabad, with four days on foot.
When is the best time to go?
May to September. June to September is the most settled; in early May there can still be snow near the upper meadows.
How hard is the trek?
Moderate. Four to six hours a day on shepherd trails, sleeping up to about 3,950 m, with an optional day hike to about 4,500 m. No technical skills are needed.
Do I need a permit?
Nangma is an open zone, so no restricted-area trekking permit is needed. You do need a Trekking & Mountaineering visa, and we issue the Letter of Invitation. The Central Karakoram National Park fee of $50 is included.
Where do we sleep?
Seven nights in hotels in Islamabad, Skardu and Khaplu, three nights in tents on the trek, and one night in Kanday in a village guesthouse or camp.
