Fairy Meadow is a lush green plateau; many people have called it the most beautiful place in Pakistan. These lush, green meadows and forests lie at the base of Nanga Parbat at the western edge of the himaliyan range. Fairy Meadows is a very peaceful
and relaxing place to enjoy the mountain atmosphere and hospitality of the local people. The name Fairy Meadows is part of the legend that Fairies have their heaven on this lush green plateau. Fairy Meadow offers superb views of the Nanga Parbat (8125 m) the highest mountain in Himalaya range of Pakistan. Nanga Parbat which means Naked Mountain, the local People call Diamer. It is about 540 km drive through Karakorum Highway, from Islamabad to Raikot Bridge (1400 m). Where local Jeeps will take you up to the Tatto village, it is one and half hour excited drive from Raikot Bridge to the last village of Tatto (2900 m). Crossing through the most impressive view of Karakorum Highway & River Indus. On arrival at Tatto village, it starts trekking on very easy and simple route to Fairy meadows. It would be a great experience to have overnight in fixed camping side, or in the traditionally built wood Huts, which offers magnificent view of the North face of the Nanga Parbat. There are several short walks on this plateau, including the full day excursion up to the base camp (3900 m) of Nanga Parbat. It is very easy walk through the forest till then the edge of the plateau call Beyal Camp (3500 m). Whereas the trek from Beyal Camp to base camp is little difficult along the Raikot glacier. Nice hotels and bungalows are available at the meadows, but you may also choose to camp in the grassy sites.
Fairy Meadows, Nanga Parbat Trek |
Fact Sheet |
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Altitude |
4114m |
Best Season |
June to September |
Distance of Trek |
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Trek Standard |
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Start Trek |
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Finish TREK |
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Camp |
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Hotel |
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Duration |
14 |
Zone |
Open |
Range |
Karakorum/Himalaya |
Mode of Travel |
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Itinerary:
Day 01 |
Arrive Islamabad. |
Day 02 |
Drive to Chilas |
Day 03 |
Drive to Raikot Bridge and onward Tato village. |
Day 04 |
Trek to Fairy Meadows. |
Day 05 |
Free Day at Fairy Meadows. |
Day 06 |
Trek Nanga Parbat Base Camp. |
Day 07-08 |
Crossing the Raikot Glacier. |
Day 09-10 |
Crossing Julipar Pass. |
Day 11 |
Climbing Julipar Peak. |
Day 12 |
Trek down to Patro Valley. |
Day 13 |
Trek and drive to Gunar Farm. |
Day 14 |
Drive to Chillas. |
Day 15 |
Drive to Islamabad |