Overview
Pamirs are like a second home for our guides and that's why they know the area like the back of their hand. Every year we lead and guide many adventure lovers to the high pastures of Shimshal pass. During these expeditions, we observe what works best for our clients and then re-organize things for the next year. This helps us in making the experience better for the next expedition. This year's Shimshal pass trek is designed in a way that our team gets ample amount of time to connect with mother nature and to acclimatize well. Our team has prepared such a plan that not only our clients reach their dream destinations successfully but they also enjoy the scenic journey along the way.
Country (Pakistan)
Difficulty Level
Strenuous (Not recommended for beginners)
15 days approximately
Trekking
Per Day (Average 6-7 hours)
Altitude (4750 M)
Season (June - August)
$1,500
(Per Person)
4th Aug 2024 | Arrival in Islamabad (for international members only) |
5th Aug 2024 | Islamabad – Gilgit – Hunza (1 hr flight & 2 hr drive) |
6th Aug 2024 | Hunza – Shimshal (5 hr jeep drive, Max altitude: 3000 m |
7th Aug 2024 | Acclimatization in Shimshal (Day hike) |
8th Aug 2024 | Trek to Garsar (avg.4 hr, Max altitude: 3670m) |
9th Aug 2024 | Trek to Shurjerav (avg. 5.5 hr, Max altitude: 4350 m) |
10th Aug 2024 | Trek to Shimshal Pass (avg. 3 hr, Max altitude: 4750 m) |
11th Aug 2024 | Rest day at Shimshal Pass |
12th Aug 2024 | Exploring Pamir Lakes |
13th Aug 2024 | Trek to Shuwirt and back (avg. 3 hr, Max altitude: 4750 m) |
14th Aug 2024 | Trek to Arbob Paryan (avg. 6 hr, Max altitude: 4700 m) |
15th Aug 2024 | Trek to Garsar (avg. 7 hr, Max altitude: 3900 m) |
16th Aug 2024 | Trek to Shimshal (avg. 3 hr, Max altitude: 3700 m) |
17th Aug 2024 | Drive to Hunza (5 hr jeep drive) |
18th Aug 2024 | Hunza – Gilgit – Islamabad (2 hr drive & 1 hr flight) |
19th Aug 2024 | Trek to ParyanSar (avg. 8 hr, Max altitude: 3900 m) |
20th Aug 2024 | Drop-off at Islamabad airport (for international clients) |
- Local Shimshali Mountain Guide: Alongside Saad Munawar, a strong and experienced mountain guide will also lead the team. The presence of a local guide will allow our clients to understand the local culture which makes the overall experience much better. It also provides an opportunity to establish a deeper connection with the area and the people.
- Electricity Generator: Electricity will be available every evening for 2 hours so that the clients can charge their mobile phones and cameras.
- Thuraya Phone: Satellite phone will be available throughout the expedition.
- Sustainability: This expedition is designed to take care of mother nature and to promote sustainable tourism at multiple levels.
- Airport transfer for international clients only (both arrival and departure)
- Hotel accommodation in Islamabad for international clients only (1 night on arrival and 1 night upon return from trek)
- Domestic flights (Islamabad – Gilgit – Islamabad)
- Obtaining NOC from the local government/administration.
- Lodging and food during the trek
- Services of professional guides and team leaders
- Wages for guide, cook, kitchen crew, porters, etc.
- Equipment, fuel and food charges for porters.
- Porter weight 10 kg per person
- All tolls, SNT environmental fee, etc.
- Value additions as mentioned previously
- International flights
- Meals at the hotel in Islamabad (for international clients)
- Any extra nights at the hotel in Islamabad (for international clients)
- Ground evacuation or helicopter rescue charges of any kind
- Personal snacks, energy bars, energy gels, sweets, etc.
- Insurance liability of member(s)
- Personal equipment like sleeping bag, sleeping mat, rucksack, trekking shoes, etc.
- Porter weight above 10 kg
- Tips for guide, kitchen staff and porters
- Any other item or services not listed in “Cost includes” section.
- Duffle bag
- Rucksack/Backpack
- Trekking shoes (2 pairs)
- Gaiters
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Thermal inner suit
- Down jacket(s)
- Fleece jacket
- Wind breaker waterproof jacket (Goretex jacket)
- Waterproof trouser(s)
- Waterproof gloves
- Warm clothes
- Woolen cap
- Sun Cap/hat
- Trekking / Climbing socks
- Warm socks
- Warm gloves
- Slippers
- Comfortable trekking clothes
- Trekking poles (sticks)
- Head torch
- Extra batteries for head torch
- Water bottle
- Sunblock
- Sunglasses
- Lip balm / Vaseline
- Neck gaiter / Buff
- Personal hygiene kit (Soap, Shampoo, Toothpaste, toothbrush, towel, all toiletries, etc.)
- Electronics (Power banks, earphones, etc.)
- Personal medicines
- For Pakistani members: USD 1,500
- For International members: USD 1,900
- To confirm your place, you must transfer 50% advance by 15th March, 2024.
- The remaining 50% must be paid by 1st August, 2024.
- 7 weeks before the start of trek (before 14th June): 100% refund
- 6 weeks before the start of trek (before 21st June): 75% refund
- 5 weeks before the start of trek (before 28th June): 50% refund
- 4 week before the start of trek: (before 5th July) 25% refund
- No refund after 5th July 2024.