14 Days Max Mazeno La, ~5,377mHard Fairy Meadows / Rupal Valley 4.9 · 7 reviews
Rather than viewing Nanga Parbat from just one side, this demanding circular trek circumnavigates the mountain, crossing the high Mazeno La pass to connect the Fairy Meadows (Diamir) side with the dramatic Rupal Valley, among the most complete ways to experience the "Killer Mountain" from every angle.
Trek Itinerary
Days 1 to 3, Fairy Meadows Approach
Jeep and trek to Fairy Meadows, acclimatisation with Nanga Parbat's northern views.
Days 4 to 9, Crossing to Mazeno La
Multi day trek around the mountain's flank toward and across Mazeno La, camping at progressively higher, more remote camps.
Days 10 to 12, Descent into Rupal Valley
Descend the far side toward Rupal Valley, with the immense Rupal Face now directly overhead.
Days 13 to 14, Rupal to Astore & Return
Trek out to Tarashing, drive to Astore and onward transport.
Highlights
Fairy Meadows & Nanga Parbat North ViewsMazeno La Pass Crossing (~5,377m)Rupal Face, One of the World's Highest Mountain WallsFull Circumnavigation of an 8,000m Peak
What's Included
Transport between trailheads
Camping equipment
All meals on trek
Licensed high altitude guide
Porters
Not Included
International flights
Pakistan visa
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Personal gear
Tips
Trek Information
Max Altitude
~5,377m (Mazeno La)
Duration
14 Days / 13 Nights
Start
Fairy Meadows
End
Astore / Rupal Valley
Fitness
Very High
Best Season
July August
Group Size
2 to 6 people
Questions
serious, high altitude, glacier terrain and significant remoteness with no easy exit once committed. This trek is for experienced, well acclimatised trekkers only.
It's the only way to see both the Fairy Meadows approach and the Rupal Face's scale in a single trip, giving a complete picture of the mountain rather than one fixed perspective.