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Fairy Meadows - Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek

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Karim Ali Shah

A local from Hunza valley and Northern Pakistan, CEO Viola Tours.

Fairy Meadows, Nanga Parbat base camp trek lies in the Himalayan Mountain range in Gilgit-Baltistan. At an altitude of 3,300 meters, Fairy Meadows is gate way to Nanga Parbat base camp and peak. The major attraction of this Fairy meadow trip is:

  • experience the jeep ride on one of Pakistan most dangerous roads.
  • Fairy meadow and staying in wooden cottages.
  • Beyal camp, Nanga Parbat base camp, with a view of majestic Nanga Parbat peak.

The trek to Fairy Meadows and Nanga Parbat base camp does not require any special skills; this trek suits all level of trekkers. The trek to Fairy Meadow takes 3 hours on average, and the trek to Nanga Parbat base camp requires 4 hours one way.
The Fairy Meadow and Nanga Parbat trek begins with a jeep ride at Raikot Bridge. The jeep ride is about 45 minutes to 1 hour long. The jeep ends at Tattu, which is the starting point of the Fairy Meadow trek.

Travel Mode

Travel by-road

Number of Days

Total Days 5

Suitability

Family Friendly

Custom Option

Itinerary Flexible

Total Cost Of Fairy Meadows - Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek

Please note that the prices listed below may vary depending on the services selected. Client preferences—such as choice of hotels, adjusting tour days, or adding options—can affect the final cost.

Price Per Person – International Tourists

Pricing details for international tourists based on group size.
Package NamePer Person-2Per Person-3Per Person-4
Standard Package$ 474$ 426$ 352
Premium Package$ 525$ 451$ 371

Price Per Person – Domestic Tourists

Pricing details for domestic tourists based on group size.
Package NamePer Person-2Per Person-3Per Person-4
Standard PackagePKR 97,650PKR 82,080PKR 61,560
Premium PackagePKR 107,552PKR 88,920PKR 66,960

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Note: Below in the related Tours, the prices mentioned at Standard and Premium blocks are calculated keeping 2 persons in mind. To get the price for more than two Pax, please visit their relative pages by simply clicking on them.

SERVICES INCLUDED AND EXCLUDED .

Please note that the services we provide vary depending on the type of guest—domestic or international and also differ based on the nature of the tour, such as one-day trips, trekking tours, and more.

INCLUSIONS

  • Comfortable Transport

    Air-conditioned vehicles for all transfers. we offer cars, parado, grand cabin, 4x4 wheels based on number of people.

  • Accommodation

    Stay in 5-star hotels or local guest houses. Our Luxury package includes 5-star and 3-star hotel, whereas our standard packages includes local guest houses.

  • Breakfast

    The packages for our domestic tourist includes Breakfast only.

EXCLUSIONS

  • Lunch and Other Meals

    Meal services, including lunch, are not offered as part of domestic tour packages.

  • Local Expert Guide

    Guiding services by a local expert are not part of the domestic tour package by default. A guide can be included at an extra cost.

  • Personal Expenses

    Laundry, phone calls, and other personal costs are not included.

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Day 1: Fairy Meadow Trek, Drive from Islamabad to Raikot Bridge.

  • Drive Distance: 406 km
  • Drive Time: 10 to 11 hours

On the first day of Fairy Meadow Trekking, you start in Islamabad. Then, you drive to Raikot Bridge. This is where the jeep ride to Fairy Meadow begins. This will be done via Naran Valley. Along the way, our guests will get to see

  • Lulusar lake
  • Babusar top

Day 2: Jeep ride to Tattu and trek to Fairy Meadows

  • Jeep ride: 45 to 50 minutes
  • Trek Distance: 6–7 km
  • Trek Duration: Approximately 2 hours
  • Trek Starting Point: Tattu, which is the last point where the Jeep can reach
  • End Point: Fairy Meadows
  • Trek Difficulty: Moderate — including a bit steep ascent.
  • Fairy Meadow Altitude: 3,300 m

A jeep ride is required to reach Tattu from where the trek begins. This jeep ride is considered one of the most dangerous roads in the world. After the last point where the jeep could reach, the trek to Fairy Meadow begins. The trek is moderate, not dangerous, but a bit steep at the beginning.

Day 3: Fairy Meadow to Bayal Camp and Nanga Parbat Base Camp

  • Trek Distance: 7–8 km
  • Trek duration to Beyal Camp: approximately 45 minutes
  • Trek Duration to Nanga Parbat Base Camp: Approximately 3-4 hours
  • Starting Point: Fairy Meadows
  • Destination: Nanga Parbat Base Camp
  • Altitude: ~3850 - 4000 meters above sea level
  • Trek Difficulty: Easy to moderate — initially steep ascent.

The second day starts in Fairy Meadows. After 45 minutes of trekking, our guest will reach Beyal Camp. At Beyal Camp, you can find refreshment point offering tea and lunch to trekkers. Trekking further takes about 3 to 4 hours to reach Nanga Parbat base camp. It depends on your fitness and experience.

Day 4: Return to Naran Valley.

After taking in the views and snapping photos at Fairy Meadow and Nanga Parbat base camp, our client returns to Naran Valley. The same route will be followed to reach back to Raikot Bridge.

  • Trek Back to Tattu
  • Take a jeep ride to Raikot Bridge.
  • Drive back to Naran

Day 5: Back to Islamabad City

Our guests will be dropped off at their chosen location. International tourists will be taken to their hotel and then to the airport the next day.

Photos from my Personal Collections

Nanga Parba Base camp

Nanga Parba Base camp

Fairy Meadows

Fairy Meadows

Nanga Parbat peak

Nanga Parbat peak

Resting at Nanga Parbat bc

Resting at Nanga Parbat bc

Important Distances

Please note that the distances written below are based on data from Google and Google maps, whereas the drive time is from personal experience.

Area NameDistanceDrive / Trek hrs
Islamabad to Raikot Bridge407 km9 hours
Raikot to Tattu Jeep Stand20.1 km1 hour
Tattu to Fairy Meadows9.4 km2 hours
Fairy Meadows to Beyal camp3.6 km45 minutes
Beyal to Nanga Parbat base camp9 km2.5 hours

More Details about Fairy Meadow trek.

Fairy Meadow is among the best locations for trekking in Pakistan. You will not only experience the lush green meadows but will also get a chance to witness the beautiful and magnificent Nanga Parbat peak.

Trekking to Fairy Meadows is one of the easiest in Northern Pakistan. This trek suits all levels of trekkers. What makes this trek special is the jeep ride on the most dangerous and thrilling road from Raikot to Tattu (Jeep track end point). Secondly, the lush green pastures and view of the might Nanga Parbat makes the trip unforgettable. Furthermore, to make your trek even better, our professional guide will offer expertise and deep knowledge of the trek.

Generally, the trek to Fairy Meadow and Nanga Parbat base camp is 2 days long. To reach Fairy Meadows, you have to trek for 2 hours on the first day. Whereas the trek to Nanga Parbat base camp is 4 hours long one way, which you will do on the next day.

You can use different routes for the Fairy Meadows trip.

We also offer different routes for the Fairy Meadow tour, both by air and by road. The routes that lead to Fairy Meadows are:

  • Via Naran and Babusar pass (the shortest route via road) is 9 hours long.
  • The Karakoram highway (12 hours).
  • You can use air travel to Gilgit or Skardu and take a 2–3-hour drive to reach Raikot. (Fairy Meadow jeep stand).

Hotels in Fairy Meadows.

The hotels in Fairy Meadows, where you will be staying on this journey, are wooden cottages, these hotels provide you the basic facilities with hygienic food. For your information, please don’t compare these Fairy Meadow hotels with the wooden cottage you see in Europe or in the cites.

Below are some Destinations which you will be visiting.

Dont miss visiting these location during your Fairy Meadow and Nanga Parbat base camp trek.

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By travelling with us you will get a chance to explore the hidden gem in Fairy Meadows - Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek. Here are list of place to help you plan your itinerary.

Sightseeing

  • Naran Valley
  • Lulusar Lake
  • Babusar Pass
  • Nanga Parbat peak
  • Jeep ride to Tattu

Trekking

  • Fairy Meadow trek
  • Nanga Parbat Base camp trek

Hiking

  • Beyal Camp hike
  • Fairy Meadow and surroundings

Frequently Asked Questions

Fairy Meadow and Nanga Parbat trek is the easiest trek in Pakistan. No special skills are required for this trek and this trek suits all level of trekkers.

We recommend trekking the Fairy Meadows from the month of may till the end of October. During this time period you will witness the real beauty of region.

To reach Fairy Meadows you have to take a jeep ride from Raikot Bridge which is 1-hour long drive. After the jeep ride there is additional 2 hours trek to reach Fairy Meadows.

Fairy Meadow trip cost is relatively less in comparison to the other tours, as the hotels and food at Fairy Meadow are less expensive. The cost starts from PKR 49,248 for the domestic whereas USD 308 for foreigners.

Yes, trekking to Fairy Meadows and Nanga Parbat base camp is worth visiting. Fairy Meadow offers the closest view of the peak Nanga Parbat. The trek itself is also one of the best experiences you will ever have.

Fairy Meadow offers the magnificent view of the worlds 9th highest mountains and the second highest mountain in Pakistan, the Nanga Parbat.

Yes, we offer experienced and local tour guides for our trekking. The tour guides have in depth knowledge of the entire region and the best part is all our tour guides are local from Northern Pakistan.

We offer Fairy Meadow holiday packages from the following locations.

  1. Fairy Meadow trek form Karachi.
  2. Fairy Meadow trek from Islamabad.
  3. Fairy Meadow trekking from Lahore and Peshawar.

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