This is a moderate to slightly hard trek reaching altitudes above 4,000m. Prior hiking or trekking experience is strongly recommended. Participants should be in good physical health and comfortable walking 4 to 5 hours per day on uneven terrain.

You will stay in twin sharing tents throughout the trek. Hotel accommodation is provided in Skardu on Day 1 before the trek begins.

Yes. Porters are included to carry group equipment, tents and food supplies. You are responsible for your own personal daypack on the trail.

All trekking meals are included — breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the trek. Personal drinks, snacks and any food ordered at the hotel are at your own expense.

• Group size is strictly limited to preserve the trekking experience.
• The trek reaches altitudes above 4,000m. Prior trekking experience is recommended.
• Weather in July can change rapidly. Be prepared for rain and cold nights.
• Porters carry group equipment. Personal daypack is your own responsibility.
• Mobile network is unavailable beyond Kanday village. Carry a power bank.
• Minimum age is 16 years. All participants must be in good physical health.

• People with serious heart or cardiovascular conditions
• Those with severe respiratory problems or asthma
• Pregnant women
• Children under 16 years of age
• Individuals with limited mobility or no prior trekking experience

• Warm layering system including thermal base layers and a down jacket
• Waterproof outer jacket and trekking trousers
• Sturdy high-ankle trekking boots (broken in before the trek)
• Sleeping bag rated to at least -5°C
• Sunglasses, sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
• Personal medications and a basic first aid kit
• Power bank and camera
• Refillable water bottle or hydration bladder
• Personal snacks for energy on the trail