MOUNT NANGA PARBAT

MOUNT NANGA PARBAT
Nanga Parbat (8125m) is the 9th highest peak in the world, and perhaps the most challenging. Anchoring the western end of the Himalayan range, Nanga Parbat was first climbed in 1953 by Herman Buhl. The following two treks one to north and south faces of this mountain.

THE RUPAL FACE
LEVEL B: (15 days) This trek leads to the base camp of Nanga Parbat's southern face, the most dangerous and difficult of all the routes to the summit. From Gilgit, drive through the gorges of the Astor Valley to the beautiful alpine village of Tarashing. From here, it is a two-day hike to the base camp, which is set amidst a lush alpine meadow. Enroute, traverse the Chumphere and Bazin glaciers before reaching the traditional base camp, locally known as Latobah. From this area there are spectacular views of the towering 5000m Rupal face. The entire trek parallel Rupal stream, and offers fine views of Chongra (6447m) and Raikot (7074m) peaks. spend a day exploring the area then commence the two-day return trek to Tarashing, and then jeep to Gilgit.

ITINERARY

DAY 1: Depart from home to Pakistan.
DAY 2: Arrive at Islamabad.
DAY 3: Drive to Chillas on KKH.
DAY 4: Drive to Juglote and transfer to jeep for Tarashing.
DAY 5: Trek to Herligkoffer base camp.
DAY 6: Trek to Latobah.
DAY 7: At leisure.
DAY 8: Return trek to Rupal.
DAY 9: Return to Tarashing and jeeps to Gilgit.
DAY 10: Drive to Karimabad.
DAY 11: At leisure.
DAY 12: Return to Gilgit.
DAY 13: Fly to Islamabad (weather permitting).
DAY 14: At leisure
DAY 15: Destination flight.