Around Nanga Parbat Nomadic Trek

📅 Detailed Nomadic Itinerary

Day 1 – Islamabad – Chilas

• Scenic drive along Indus River

• Stop at local villages & viewpoints

• Introduction to Diamer culture

• Stay: Local guesthouse

Day 2 – Chilas – Tarashing (Rupal Valley)

• Jeep drive into Rupal Valley

• Meet local porters & herders

• Evening campfire with locals

• Stay: Village homestay / tents

Day 3 – Tarashing – Rupal Glacier Camp

• Trek along Rupal River

• Walk through summer pastures

• Learn about seasonal grazing life

• Stay: Nomadic camp

Day 4 – Rupal Glacier – Herrligkoffer Base Camp

• Slow walk beside massive Rupal Face

• Interaction with shepherd families

• Photography & storytelling

• Stay: Tent camp

Day 5 – Acclimatization & Nomadic Life

• Short hikes above camp

• Helping locals with daily tasks

• Cultural exchange & rest

• Stay: Camp

Day 6 – Herrligkoffer BC – Mazeno Base Camp

• Trek across rugged terrain

• Glacial walk with guide support

• Remote wilderness experience

• Stay: High camp (tents)

Day 7 – Mazeno Pass Crossing (Optional / Weather Dependent)

• Early start to cross Mazeno Pass (~5,400 m)

• Enter Diamer side of Nanga Parbat

• Descent to Mazeno Glacier

• Stay: High camp

Note: If not crossing the pass, extra days are used for exploration & nomadic camps.

Day 8 – Mazeno Glacier – Shaigiri Camp

• Trek along wide glacier

• Observe wild terrain & silence

• Nomadic-style wilderness camp

• Stay: Tents

Day 9 – Shaigiri – Shart BC / Diamer Side

• Descend toward greener valleys

• Meet local herders & farmers

• Cultural differences between valleys

• Stay: Camp / village hut

Day 10 – Shart – Diamer Valley Village

• Walk through remote settlements

• Local bread baking & tea ceremony

• Stay: Traditional village homestay

Day 11 – Rest & Cultural Day

• Learn Diamer traditions

• Handicrafts, folk stories

• Optional short village walks

• Stay: Homestay

Day 12 – Diamer – Fairy Meadows

• Jeep drive to Raikot Bridge

• Hike to Fairy Meadows

• Sunset views of Nanga Parbat

• Stay: Wooden huts / tents

Day 13 – Beyal Nomadic Pasture Walk

• Walk to Beyal Camp

• Shepherd interaction & pasture life

• Photography & relaxation

• Stay: Camp

Day 14 – Fairy Meadows – Chilas

• Descend to Raikot Bridge

• Drive to Chilas

• Farewell dinner with team

• Stay: Guesthouse

Day 15 – Chilas – Islamabad

• Return drive or flight (if available)

• End of Nomadic Journey

🏕️ What Makes This Trek Nomadic?

✔ Walking on herders’ routes
✔ Living in high pastures & shepherd camps
✔ Cultural exchange in Rupal & Diamer
✔ Slow pace & flexible days
✔ Minimal infrastructure – maximum authenticity

🎒 Included Experiences

• Local mountain guides & porters

• Nomadic-style camping

• Cultural interaction days

• Traditional meal

• All trekking logistics

🗓️ Best Time

• June – Mid-September

• Peak nomadic activity: July–August