Tour Description
Tucked in the Hushe region of Baltistan, the Nangma Valley — often called the “Yosemite of Pakistan” — is a hidden Karakoram gem of soaring granite towers, hanging glaciers and emerald alpine meadows. Raikot Tours’ Nangma Valley Trek is one of the most rewarding short treks in Gilgit-Baltistan, blending gentle trekking with dramatic big-wall scenery and authentic Balti village life.
Rising in popularity among climbers and photographers alike, the valley is ringed by legendary spires — the Great Tower, Grey Tower, and the King and Son Peaks — that draw expedition rock-climbers from across the world. For trekkers, it offers all the grandeur of the high Karakoram without the punishing altitude, making it ideal for first-time trekkers and families with a taste for adventure.
Key Points
- Destination: Nangma (Amin Braq) Valley, Hushe — Ghanche District, Baltistan
- Region: Karakoram Range, near Skardu
- Max Altitude: 4,450m (Amin Braq Base Camp)
- Best Season: June – September
- Duration: 12 Days (Islamabad to Islamabad)
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate — suitable for beginners with good fitness
- Highlights: Great Tower, Grey Tower, King & Son Peaks, Balti culture
Trek Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrive Islamabad — welcome, hotel briefing and trip preparation.
Day 2: Scenic flight to Skardu (weather permitting); hotel and rest.
Day 3: Acclimatisation and sightseeing day in Skardu.
Day 4: Jeep drive to Khaplu, gateway to the Hushe valleys.
Day 5: Drive to Kanday village; trek to Mingulu Broq meadow (approx. 4 hrs).
Day 6: Trek to Nangma Valley Base Camp amid the granite towers (approx. 3 hrs).
Day 7: Day hike to Amin Braq Base Camp (4,450m) and return — the scenic highlight.
Day 8: Trek back down to Kanday village.
Day 9: Drive back to Skardu via Khaplu.
Day 10: Fly to Islamabad (buffer for weather).
Day 11: Contingency / Islamabad sightseeing day.
Day 12: Transfer and departure for home.
What’s Included
- All ground transport, jeeps and internal Skardu flights (subject to weather)
- Experienced Balti guide, cook and porters
- Camping equipment, tents and full board on trek
- Hotel accommodation in Islamabad and Skardu
- All permits and trekking arrangements