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Nanga Parbat Expedition 2024-25 (Karakoram)

Nanga Parbat Expedition registration is now open. We are offering Nanga Parbat Expedition departures (guided and non-guided) for mountaineers and alpinists from around the world.

Including our Nanga Parbat Expedition, we offer 7,000 to 8,000m expeditions and the following 8,000m plus expeditions given in the table below.

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Nanga Parbat Expedition – Dates and Cost – 2024-25

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Nanga Parbat Expedition – Holiday Information

What's Included in Full-board Service?

*inclusions are given below

  1. High Altitude Climbing Leader/Sherpa hired from Nepal (request for details)
  2. Rope fixing team of Sherpas hired from Nepal (request for details) according to the composition below. 
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  3. Lodging above base camp
  4. Group climbing gear/equipment (tent, rope, ice crew, snow-bar, EPI gas, cooking pots, stoves, gas, etc)
  5. Meals above base camp during climb ((high altitude food/snacks)
  6. All meals during trek to base camp and at base-camp (B,L,D)
  7. Four (4) nights stay in Islamabad hotel on arrival and two on return (bed & breakfast only)
  8. Lodging at base camp (single supplement)
  9. Full base camp with dinning tent, bathroom, showers & solar charge
  10. All internal/domestic transport
  11. All domestic flights
  12. 65kgs (110 lbs) personal baggage
  13. Permit & royalty fee
  14. Liason officer(s) - equipment fee and allowance
  15. Group emergency equipment/satellite phone service with fixed calling charge
  16. Staff insurance (guide, cook, kitchen staff, assistant(s) & porters etc)
  17. Experienced cook from Pakistan
  18. Kitchen staff
  19. Porters for all expedition supplies
  20. Solar power at base camp
  21. Electricity generator (backup for high voltage devices)
  22. Communication radio (walkie talkie)
  23. Weather reports from European sources

What's Included in Base Camp Service?

*crossed out items below are not included in Base Camp service.

  1. High Altitude Climbing Leader/Sherpa hired from Nepal (request for details)
  2. Rope fixing team of three Sherpas hired from Nepal (request for details)
  3. Lodging above base camp 
  4. Group climbing gear/equipment (tent, rope, ice crew, snow-bar, EPI gas, cooking pots, stoves, gas, etc)
  5. Meals above base camp during climb ((high altitude food/snacks)
  6. All meals during trek to base camp and at base-camp (B,L,D)
  7. Four (4) nights stay in Islamabad hotel on arrival and two on return (bed & breakfast only)
  8. Lodging at base camp (single supplement)
  9. Full base camp with dinning tent, bathroom, showers & solar charge
  10. All internal/domestic transport
  11. All domestic flights
  12. 65kgs (110 lbs) personal baggage
  13. Permit & royalty fee
  14. Liason officer(s) - equipment fee and allowance
  15. Group emergency equipment/satellite phone service with fixed calling charge
  16. Staff insurance (guide, cook, kitchen staff, assistant(s) & porters etc)
  17. Experienced cook from Pakistan
  18. Kitchen staff
  19. Porters for all expedition supplies
  20. Solar power at base camp
  21. Electricity generator (backup for high voltage devices)
  22. Communication radio (walkie talkie)
  23. Weather reports from European sources

What's not Included in both Base Camp Service & Full-Board Service?

  1. Personal climbing Sherpa - USD 12, 833 (includes wages, kit allowance, royalty fee, return flight fares from Nepal, meals in Pakistan, oxygen cyclinders & mask/regulator for climb, accommodation, etc)
  2. Supplemental Oxygen for climbers (3 cylinders recommended) - Prices given below. 
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  3. Oxygen set for climber - includes regulator, mask, hoses, carriage to high camps - USD 980
  4. Summit bonus for personal Sherpa of US$ 1500
  5. International airfare
  6. Personal climbing equipment for any 8,000m peak, clothing & sleeping equipment
  7. Mountain climbing rescue and evacuation insurance policy - mandatory
  8. Personal equipment cargo to/from Islamabad
  9. Pakistan visa fee
  10. Tips/gratuities to staff, cook, assistant(s) of US$ 490 in total
  11. Meals in Islamabad
  12. Extra hotel nights after the climb
  13. Trip cancellation insurance
  14. All expenses incurred in the event of early wind-up/summit (extra hotel nights, meals at hotels, evacuation)
  15. Charges incurred due to delays beyond the control of Apricot Tours (Force majeure)
  16. Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail) between Pakistan and home country.

Highlights – Nanga Parbat Expedition

  • Very competitive prices for an eight thousander peak
  • Field office and permanent staff for logistical arrangements to and from the mountain
  • Itinerary based on our mountain guide's indigenous knowledge and vast experience
  • Spectacular mountain vistas during the expedition
  • Apricot Tours is a fully licensed native adventure company
  • Fixed departures are normally guided by our Pakistani High Altitude Climber(s) (HAC)
  • Private groups are always one of our top priorities
  • We cater to both guided expeditions and non-guided (alpine style) climbing
  • We cater to both "base camp services" and "full board services"
  • Nepalese Sherpas available upon timely request (at least 6 months prior to arrival in Pakistan)
  • The following High Altitude Support available at extra cost
    a. Pakistani High Altitude Porter (HAP) - Will carry 20 kg of personal equipment between camps
    b. Nepalese Private Sherpa (personal guide/porter) – Carries up to 20 kg (44lbs) of your personal equipment, climbs with you, melts water, cooks, and will be with you every step of the way.
    c. Personal equipment carriage service – Sherpa carries up to 10kg (22lbs) of personal equipment up and down the mountain between camps

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Gandhara International Airport, Islamabad

On this Day

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Altitude: 540 m

Your flights will normally arrive in Islamabad in the afternoon. Our guide(s) will receive you from the airport. Soon the participants will be transferred to hotels. This day the participants can relax and recover from the journey.

Accommodation Twin-sharing room at Chateau Royale (see pictures), Prestige Residence (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Islamabad.
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 02: Free day at Islamabad

On this Day

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Altitude: 540 m

On this day we will have have briefing from the Department of Tourism regarding the Nanga Parbat Expedition in Islamabad before travelling to Chillas.

After briefing we will spend time exploring Islamabad and we will have a taste of tradition Pakistani Food.

Accommodation Twin-sharing room at Chateau Royale (see pictures), Prestige Residence (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Islamabad.
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 03: Drive to Chilas via Karakoram Highway

On this Day

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Altitude: 1,265 m

The participants will drive to Chilas via Karakoram Highway. They will pass through Abbotabad, Mansehra, Besham, Dasu and Sazin villages to reach Chilas. Participants will spend their night in Chilas.

Accommodation Twin-sharing room at Shangrila Raikot (see pictures), Shangrila Chilas (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Chilas.
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 04: Drive to Halala Bridge and Camp at Zangot

On this Day

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Altitude: 2,600 m

On this day of the Nanga Parbat Expedition we will continue to drive Halala Bridge from Bunar Das. From this point onward we will walk to Zangot and camp there for the night.

Accommodation Twin-sharing tent/cottage at Raikot Sarai (see pictures), Greenland Hotel Hotel (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Fairy Meadows
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 05: Trek Kutgali

On this Day

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Altitude: 3,100 m

On this day of the Nanga Parbat Expedition we will trek from Zangot to Kutgali and camp here for the night.

Accommodation Twin-sharing tent/cottage at Raikot Sarai (see pictures), Greenland Hotel Hotel (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Fairy Meadows
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 06: Trek to Nanga Parbat Diamir Base Camp

On this Day

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Altitude: 4,000 m

On this day of Nanga Parbat Expedition we will set our way from Kutgali to Nanga Parbat Diamir Base Camp.

Accommodation Twin-sharing tent/cottage at Raikot Sarai (see pictures), Greenland Hotel Hotel (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Fairy Meadows
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 7 - 38 : Nanga Parbat Ascend

On this Day

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Altitude: 540 m

We will start our ascend to the mountain on this day and continue our climb during the four weeks duration. We will have contingency days for better weather windows. Apricot Tours Team will set up the base camp for the Nanga Parbat Expedition and will continue to assist the expedition during the time frame.

Accommodation Camping in twin-sharing dome tent (see pictures)
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + snacks (dry fruit/chocolate) for trek, appetizer (soup/fried-snacks) before dinner and dessert/fruits after dinner
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Day 39: Trek to Kutgali

On this Day

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Altitude: 540 m

On this day of Nanga Parbat Expedition, we retrace our steps to Kutgali from Nanga Parbat Base Camp.

Accommodation Camping in twin-sharing dome tent (see pictures)
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + snacks (dry fruit/chocolate) for trek, appetizer (soup/fried-snacks) before dinner and dessert/fruits after dinner
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Day 40 : Trek to Zangot

On this Day

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Altitude: 2600 m

On this day of Nanga Parbat Expedition, we retrace our steps to Zangot from Kutgali.

Accommodation Camping in twin-sharing dome tent (see pictures)
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + snacks (dry fruit/chocolate) for trek, appetizer (soup/fried-snacks) before dinner and dessert/fruits after dinner
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Day 40 : Trek to Halala Bridge

On this Day

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Altitude: 1,265 m

On this day of Nanga Parbat Expedition, we retrace our steps from Zangot from Halala Bridge and drive from this point to the hotel.

Accommodation Twin-sharing room at Shangrila Raikot (see pictures), Shangrila Chilas (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Chilas.
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 41 : Drive to Islamabad

On this Day

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Altitude: 540 m

On this day of the Nanga Parbat Expedition, we will drive back to Islamabad. We will take short intervals on the way. In the evening we will reach our hotel in Islamabad and rest for the night.

Accommodation Twin-sharing room at Chateau Royale (see pictures), Prestige Residence (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Islamabad.
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 42: Debriefing in Islamabad

On this Day

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Altitude: 540 m

On this day, we will sign the final documents and attend debreifing for the department of tourism. Remaining time will be used to explore the city or rest at hotel.

Accommodation Twin-sharing room at Chateau Royale (see pictures), Prestige Residence (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Islamabad.
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
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Day 43 : Fly to home country

On this Day

Meals included: Breakfast

Our staff will transfer all our guests to the airport on their respective departure timings. The checkout time of all our partner hotels is 12pm.

Why should you register very early?

1. Team building: It takes time to formulate a good team. We go through all incoming applications and formulate the best team of mountaineers (on the basis of experience). Although our vet process is not very strict, our top priority is always the safety of fellow climbers. We will not accept all applications only to maximize the number of the mountaineers.

2. Logistics: Our climbing adventures involve a lot of logistics. This includes reserving/assigning high altitude porters, guides and other staff in advance. It also involves a lot of procurement (equipment, food etc). This is not possible during the last hours. During winters expeditions, most of the supplies are transported to base camps two to three months prior to the expedition because winters in the mountains of Pakistan are very harsh and it becomes almost impossible to for porters to walk through the trail with heavy supplies.

3. Permit: Pakistani government tourism laws require tour operators to submit applications for climbing (along with all documents e.g. passport copies, photos, CVs etc) at least 70 days prior to arrival in Pakistan. 

4.Domestic Flights: We might not be able to get you on the domestic flight to Skardu if you do not pay your deposit on time. Domestic flight seats are sold very fast way ahead of time because there are only two flights to Skardu during peak season. This is a very serious concern. 

5. Price changes: The given prices are early bird discount offers and are subject to change. There can be increases in price after January. Service providers including (but not limited) to hotels increase prices in peak-season. Early reservations cost less than peak-season (May to September). Our prices will not change once you have paid the deposit so the price when you book is the price you will pay. Register yourselves early to avoid increase in holiday prices.

6. Pay less deposit: Given below is our deposit schedule for 2020 departures.

  • 8 months before departure (deposit: 35%)
  • 6 months before departure (deposit: 40%
  • 5 months before departure (deposit: 50%)
  • 4 months before departure (full payment)

Note: The same deposit time frames above apply to 2021-22 departures.

Refund policy

Deposit: Once paid, the deposit is non-refundable as it will be spent on making in-country arrangements, organizing logistics, procurement of equipment (e.g. oxygen sets) and supplies (including food), hiring of staff/sherpa etc. 

Balance: All balances are due 120 days prior to arrival in Pakistan unless otherwise specified. Participants whose balances are not received by the 120-day deadline as stated above, risk forfeiture of their funds and their place on the expedition. For this expedition, there are no refunds for the deposit or balance payments. This includes but is not limited to, expeditions that conclude without a summit or progress towards a summit for participants due to route conditions, weather, insufficient manpower, or any other factor outside the control of Apricot Tours. Expedition leader has the final say on the expedition conclusion and will make all the best efforts for a happy return home.

Currency

All international climbers are charged in US Dollars (USD).

Other Notes

  • Deposit should only be paid after filling out the registration form and confirmation/approval from Apricot Tours.
  • Due to the nature and heavy costs of government and operator permits, Apricot Tours must follow a precise refund policy.
  • Participants that choose to leave an active expedition for any reason are not entitled to any refunds
  • Apricot Tours highly recommends trip cancellation insurance for all expeditions

 

REGISTER NOW & PAY LATER

 

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Nanga Parbat Expedition – Royalty Fee

The royalty fee/rates assigned by Pakistan’s Tourism Ministry for climbing Nanga Parbat in spring, summer and fall start from USD 7,200 after a discount of 40%. The details of royalty fees for three seasons are given below.

Nanga Parbat Royalty Fee/Rates – Spring, Summer & Fall

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The royalty fee/rates assigned by the government for climbing Nanga Parbat in winters start from USD 600 after a discount of 95% in winters. The details of royalty fees for winters are given below.

Nanga Parbat Royalty Fee/Rates – Winter

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The discounts above are being offered since over a decade as part of the government policy to promote adventure tourism.

Overview – Nanga Parbat Expedition

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Apart from Nanga Parbat Expedition, we also offer K2 trekking holidays that are given in the table below.

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User Rating
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Company
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Adventure
Nanga Parbat Expedition
Price
USD 11875
Product Availability
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Tour review scores and score breakdown

10 / 10

Based on 1 reviews

Guest reviews are written by our customers after their tour of Nanga Parbat Expedition - Himalayas.

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Accommodation
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Transport
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Meals
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Guide
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Value for money
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Program accuracy
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Guest reviews

  • Apricot Tours
    2014-05-30

    Todo el mérito es para el equipo administrativo de Pakistán. Tampoco deberíamos olvidar a los cargadores de Karakoram a gran altitud. Dios bendiga a tu país.

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