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Nanga Parbat Rupal Face Trek

Trek from Tarashing to Herrligkoffer Base Camp below the Rupal Face, the highest mountain wall on earth.

  • Duration

    7 Days / 6 Nights

  • Group size

    1–15 people

  • Difficulty

    Moderate

  • Season

    June - September

Overview

The south side of Nanga Parbat drops about 4,600 m from summit to valley floor as the Rupal Face, the tallest mountain wall in the world. This trek starts at Tarashing in the Astore Valley, crosses the Tarashing Glacier and follows the Rupal Valley to Herrligkoffer Base Camp, named after the leader of the 1970 expedition. A second day takes you further up the valley to Latobo meadows for the full view of the face. The route is less busy than Fairy Meadows and passes through traditional Astori villages.

Destination: Astore and Rama Meadows travel guide

Highlights

  • Herrligkoffer Base Camp (3,550 m)
  • The Rupal Face of Nanga Parbat (8,126 m)
  • Latobo meadows in the Rupal Valley
  • Astore Valley villages and Rama Meadows

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1: Drive to Chilas

  2. 2

    Day 2: Drive through Astore to Tarashing (2,900 m)

  3. 3

    Day 3: Cross the Tarashing Glacier to Herrligkoffer Base Camp (3,550 m)

  4. 4

    Day 4: Walk to Latobo meadows for the full Rupal Face view

  5. 5

    Day 5: Trek back to Tarashing, drive to Astore

  6. 6

    Day 6: Drive to Chilas

  7. 7

    Day 7: Return to Islamabad

What's included

  • Transport from Islamabad and back
  • Hotel stays in Chilas and Astore
  • Camping and all meals on the trek
  • Local trekking guide and porters

Travelling with us

  • Reply within 12 hours. Every email, form and WhatsApp message gets a personal reply from our team within 12 hours (Pakistan time, UTC+5).
  • Islamabad airport pickup. We meet you at Islamabad International Airport (ISB) on arrival and take you back for your flight home.
  • Private tours for your group. Every package runs as a private trip for you, your family or friends, on your dates. No strangers, no fixed departures.
  • A local team in Gilgit-Baltistan. Our drivers and guides live in the valleys you visit and re-plan the route around weather, roads and flights.

Read our Pakistan travel guide, safety information and payment and cancellation terms.

Questions travellers ask us

How much does the Nanga Parbat Rupal Face Trek package cost?

The Nanga Parbat Rupal Face Trek package costs from $600 per person. No payment is taken when you request a booking; our team confirms the final quote for your dates and group.

How long is the Nanga Parbat Rupal Face Trek trip?

It is a 7-day, 6-night trip to Astore and Rama Meadows for groups of 1 to 15 travellers.

What is included in the Nanga Parbat Rupal Face Trek package?

The package includes transport from islamabad and back, hotel stays in chilas and astore, camping and all meals on the trek and local trekking guide and porters.

How difficult is the Nanga Parbat Rupal Face Trek trip?

It is rated moderate and is planned as a trekking trip.

When is the best time for the Nanga Parbat Rupal Face Trek trip?

The best season is June - September.

How do I book the Nanga Parbat Rupal Face Trek package?

Choose your dates and number of travellers on the booking page and send the request. You get a booking reference straight away, and our team contacts you to confirm availability and payment.

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