Nanga Parbat Base
Camp Trek
Overview
Nanga Parbat has an amazing south face, also called the Rupal face, which rises 4572 metres from the bottom of the Rupal Gah. This creates the biggest vertical climb from base to summit compared to any other peak. The trek includes easy paths and two short, not-too-difficult glacier crossings that take you right under the face for incredible close-up views. Though Rupal Gah is well-known, it is visited less than Fairy Meadows. In summer, the trek is moderate, walking through the green fields of Rupal Valley to reach the Ist base camp in 3–4 hours, then onwards to Lataboh and the Shigiri campsite.
Trip Highlights
Rupal Face Basecamp
Trek to the legendary Rupal Face Basecamp (3,500 m) of Nanga Parbat.
Rupal Valley
Witness the world’s highest mountain wall, rising dramatically from Rupal Valley.
Adventure Lovers
A perfect trek for those seeking real adventure, untouched landscapes, and solitude.
Herrligkoffer Basecamp
Camp in serene meadows of Herrligkoffer Basecamp named after a German expedition leader.
Tarashing & Rupal Village
Pass through the charming villages of Tarashing and Rupal, where warm local hospitality welcomes you.
Himalayan Peaks
Cross glaciers, wildflower meadows, and alpine streams beneath towering Himalayan peaks.
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Trip Facts
📍Region
Rupal Valley - Gilgit-Baltistan⏳ Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights🧗 Difficulty
Moderate🗻 Max Altitude
3,500 m⛺ Accommodation
Camping & local guesthouses🌞 Best Season
June – SeptemberFull Itinerary
- Arrival in Tarashing Villagefrom Islamabad and Trek briefing
- Introduction to guides
- Overnight in a local guesthouse
- Trek to Herrligkoffer Basecamp (3,500 m)
- Camp beneath the mighty Rupal Face
- Trek to lataboh basecamp - crossing the bazin glacier and crossing beautiful top meadows
- Camp at lataboh campsite
- Early morning trek to Shigri campsite and then trek back to Herrligkoffer Basecamp
- Return trek to Tarashing
- Night Stay in Tarshing
- Return to Islamabad
Inclusions
Includes:
- 2 nights accommodation at Hotel in Skardu
- Airport Pick and Drop
- Trek lead, local guides, porters
- 15kg weight limit (personal luggage)
- Kitchen team (cooks, assistants)
- 3 times hot meals during the trek
- Camping equipment (kitchen tents, mess camp, table chairs)
- Member tents (twin sharing)
- Washroom tents
- Permits & NOC
- 4×4 jeeps for transfers from Skardu to Askole
- First aid box
Excludes:
- Flights from ISB to Skardu
- Personal gear (sleeping bags, clothing)
- Insurance & rescue
- Climbing equipment for GGLa (rentable in Skardu for 13–15k PKR)
- Personal porters
Gearlist
To ensure safety, comfort, and a successful trekking experience, participants are required to carry the following personal equipment.
- Rucksack (80 litre)
- Backpack
- Sleeping bag (down filled, 1000 gsm recommended)
- Sleeping mat
- Trekking shoes (Gore-Tex recommended)
- Extra pair of trekking shoes or grip joggers
- Thermal inner suit
- Sunblock (SPF 60+)
- Wind breaker jacket
- Rain coat
- Gaiters
- Down jacket (goose down recommended)
- Water-proof trousers
- Woolen cap
- Sun cap / hat
- Buff
- Slippers
- Trekking pole
- Gloves
- Comfortable trekking clothes
- Head torch
- Sunglasses
- Safety helmet
- Crampons / snow grippers
- Harness
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