General
Arando Haramosh La Trek (2024-25)
The Arando Haramosh La Trek is an exciting and demanding trip that invites adventurers to discover the isolated and spectacular wilderness of Pakistan’s Karakoram Mountain Range. Given below are the details of this trek.
Dates & Cost – Arando Haramosh La Trek – (17 Days)
Summers are ideal for the Arando Haramosh La Trek. The start and end dates in the table below are your dates of arrival and departure from Pakistan. These months mentioned below are the ideal months for trekking in the Karakoram region of Pakistan. We have guaranteed departures every year. Our dates and costs for Arando Haramosh La Trek are given below.
| Start Dates | End Dates | Price (USD) | Availability | Deposit | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-Jun-2024 | 06-Jul-2024 | US$ 2,200 | Limited Space | US$ 260 | BOOK NOW |
| 20-Jun-2025 | 06-Jul-2025 | US$ 2,300 | Available | US$ 260 | BOOK NOW |
| Start Dates | End Dates | Price (USD) | Availability | Deposit | Registration |
Holiday Information
- Licensed professional guide (government requirement)
- Airport transfers on the first and last day
- All road transport in Pakistan
- Hotel accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing rooms)
- Trekking accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing tents)
- Hotel meals in Pakistan (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Trekking meals in Pakistan (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Trekking logistics (tents, non-personal equipments and tools)
- Support staff (cook, assistant(s) etc)
- Porters for trekking equipments, kitchen (supplies, tools, equipments, crockery, gas) and personal luggage
- Travel Insurance (recommendations only)
- Visa to Pakistan (supporting documents offered)
- International airfare
- Personal equipments (list provided on registration or request)
- Tips for guides, porters, staff etc
- Miscellaneous (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenir etc)
Highlights – Arando Haramosh La Trek
Arando Haramosh La Trek has a lot to offer. Given below are the main highlights of Arando Haramosh La Trek
- Remote wilderness exploration in Pakistan's Karakoram Mountain Range.
- Iconic views of peaks like Spantik and Leila.
- Traverse the impressive Haramosh Pass at 4,800 meters.
- Experience natural wonders including streams, meadows, glaciers, and forests.
- Discover the stunning Kutwal Lake with reflections of iconic peaks.
- Trek through pristine, less-explored Karakoram landscapes.
- Marvel at awe-inspiring mountain vistas along the journey.
Itinerary – Arando Haramosh La Trek
The itinerary for Arando Haramosh La Trek is given below.
Day 03: Skardu Sightseeing Day
Day 04: Drive to Arandu Village
Day 05: Trek to Chogo Brangsa
Day 06: Trek to Balucho
Day 07: Trek to Spantik BC
Day 08: Trek to Laila Peak BC
Day: 09 Rest day
Day 10: Trek to Sharing
Day 11: Trek to Haramosh La
Day 12: Trek to Kutwal Lake
Day 13: Trek to Askere
Day 14: Trek to Sassi Village
Day 16: Chilas to Islamabad
Day 17: Fly to home Country
Why Register Early?
1. Early Bird Discount: The given prices for the holiday are limited-time discount offers and are subject to change. Service providers including (but not limited) to airlines and hotels increase prices in peak-season. Early reservations cost less than peak-season.
2. Limited Flight Seats: Domestic flight seats to the Karakorams and Himalayas are sold out way ahead of time because there are only two daily flights during peak season. Among other things, the deposit is used to book domestic flights for you in advance.
3. Pay Balance after arrival in Pakistan: In these unusual times, we appreciate that paying the final balance for your trip may cause concern. Our policy is to only receive your final balance once you arrive in Pakistan. The only payment before arrival is the deposit.
4. Deposit valid for 3 years: We understand the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic (Covid-19). As part of our relaxed booking conditions following Covid-19, deposits are valid for 2 years.
6. Pay Minimum Deposit: The deposits for the holiday are also early-bird discounts and automatically change accordingly:
- 1st October: USD 190
- 1st November: USD 290
- 1st January: USD 350
- 15th February: USD 400
- 1st March: USD 450
- 1st May: USD 490
Note: The same dates above apply to next season's deposits.
Refund Policy for All
Deposit: Once paid, the deposit is non-refundable (but valid for 2 years) as it will be spent on making in-country arrangements.
Balance: Pay the balance only after arrival in Pakistan on the first day. Payment guidelines will be shared timely.
Currency
All international travelers can pay in US Dollars (USD) or equivalent in Euros (EUR) or Pound Sterling (GBP). Pakistani travelers are charged the equivalent in Pakistani Rupees (PKR).
Single Supplement
Separate hotel rooms (single supplement) will cost an additional USD 290. This includes all hotel nights. This payment should be made with the balance upon arrival.
Separate tents (single tent) will cost an additional USD 180. This includes the cost of additional porterage. This payment should also be made with the balance in Pakistan.
As Featured In:
| Apricot Tours' Social Responsibility |
| 1 foreign trekker = 5 trees |
| Apricot Tours will plant five trees for every foreign trekker who visits Pakistan for trekking to Nanga Parbat. The trees will be planted in the northern areas of Pakistan starting from 2019 as part of our CSR initiative. We aim to contribute to "Goal 13: Climate Action" of UN's Sustainable Development Goals by taking part in the massive government campaign to plant 10 billion trees during the next five years to tackle climate change. Pakistan's adverse climate impacts are very much visible through changing temperatures, prolonged droughts, increased floods and extreme weather conditions especially in Pakistan's mountain regions. Pakistan stands 7th on the list of countries that are mostly likely to be affected by global warming and has one of the highest deforestation rates in Asia. Decades of tree felling have reduced the country's forests to less than 3 percent of its total land area. How planting trees will make a difference? Planting trees will help save energy and money, cool our cities, reduce carbon emissions, reduce soil erosion, provide habitat for species of many kinds, provide clean water and add to the beauty of Pakistan's mountain region by simply being there. Our participants can also donate separately. Details on this initiative can be requested. |
Arando Haramosh La Trek – Overview
Adventurers are welcome to embark on the challenging and exhilarating Arando Haramosh La Trek, which offers breathtaking views of Pakistan’s Karakoram Mountain Range. This trek takes you deep into one of the most well-known mountain ranges in the world, offering you a unique opportunity to see the majestic peaks of the Chogo Lungma group, such as the impressive Leila Peak, which rises to 6,985 metres, and the towering Spantik, also known as Golden Peak and Ghenish Chhish, which rises to 7,027 metres.
A key aspect of the Arando Haramosh La Trek is the opportunity to cross the spectacular Haramosh Pass, which stands at 4,800 metres above sea level. This pass offers access to some of the most spectacular views imaginable and acts as a vital link between the Gilgit and Baltistan regions. Along the journey, you’ll be treated to a captivating symphony of natural beauty, such as the melodic gurgles of crystal-clear streams, the vivid hues of meadows in bloom, the hypnotic spectacle of sliding glaciers, and the mystique of mysterious and gloomy forests.
The gem in the crown of the walk is unquestionably the gorgeous Kutwal Lake, which shimmers at an elevation of 3,260 metres. With some of the most famous peaks in the Karakoram as a backdrop, this stunning body of water seems almost otherworldly. The mirror-like surface of Kutwal Lake reflects the views of Mani Peak (6,685 metres), Bilchar Peak (6,134 metres), Lila Peak (6,986 metres), Spantik (7,027 metres), Haramosh (7,409 metres), and Rakaposhi, creating an eerie and picture-perfect sight that makes one feel as though they are in a fairyland.
This trip is unique in that it is remote and less frequented. This wild and unspoiled region of the Karakoram is only accessible by a select group of daring hikers, allowing you to witness the wilderness in all its raw beauty. Whether you choose to hike the challenging Haramosh Pass or take a different route back, the Arando Haramosh La Trek offers an amazing journey through some of the most breathtaking natural panoramas on the planet. It invites you to make deep connections in one of the most breathtaking mountain settings on earth, to immerse yourself in the majesty of this wild wilderness, and to bow respectfully before the Karakoram giants.
Website Last Updated: February 15th, 2024
