Tour to Fairy Meadows
Fairy Meadows is in the heart of exotic North Pakistan, It is located at the base of Nanga Parbat, which, at 8126 m, is the 9th highest mountain in the world and second in Pakistan after K2.
Nanga Parbat is
also called the Killer Mountain
and locals call it Daimoryi,
which is the end of Himalaya. The meadows are lush green
alpine pastures
situated in the middle of a pine forest at an altitude of
3,306 m. The
meadows have been a thrilling destination for polo lovers,
spending
couple of days here, having a touch of real adventure.
Fairy Meadows has been a source of enchantment since long for back packers, climbers, wildlife researchers, photographers, painters & geologists, besides nature lovers. The pine forests skirting Fairy Meadows are perhaps one of the virgin forests in the north of Pakistan, and are home to a number of species of birds and wildlife. The site overlooks the Raikot Glacier and provides a majestic view of the North Face of Nanga Parbat, commonly known as the Raikot Face.
Fairy Meadows can be easily
approached
from the capital
city of Pakistan, Islamabad. Pakistan International Airlines
(PIA) operates two flights to
Gilgit daily, which is the main city of Northern Areas of
Pakistan. Further
via silk route (KKH) up to Raikot Bridge, 76 km from
Gilgit &
further 1 ½ jeep able journey.
A road journey from Islamabad on Karakoram Highway (KKH) takes
11 hours to Chillas. From here, Raikot bridge on silk route is
61 km
away. Another scenic approach by road from Rawalpindi is
through the
Kaghan Valley. Jeep able road passes through the Kaghan Valley
via the
Babusar Pass (4173 m) through Chillas, reaching the Raikot
Bridge. Jeeps are available
at Raikot Bridge round the clock, carrying 6
passengers on one vehicle. A small café in Jail village offers
refreshments & lunch.
Roots to Fairy Meadows
::
Islamabd to
Gilgit ( 2 Hours by Air)
:: Gilgit to Raikot Bridge ( 2 Hours by Road)
:: Raikot Bridge to Tatto ( 1 ½ Hours 4 X 4 Jeep Drive)
:: Tatto to Fairy Meadows ( 4 Hours Trek)
::
Islamabd to Chilas ( 11 Hours by Road)
:: Chilas to Raikot Bridge ( 2 Hours by Road)
:: Raikot Bridge to Tatto ( 1 ½ Hours 4 X 4 Jeep Drive)
:: Tatto to Fairy Meadows ( 4 Hours Trek)
::
Islamabd to
Kaghan Valley ( 7 Hours by Road)
:: Kaghan to Chilas via Babusar Pass ( 4 Hours by Road)
:: Chilas to Raikot Bridge ( 2 Hours by Road)
:: Raikot Bridge to Tatto ( 1 ½ Hours 4 X 4 Jeep Drive)
:: Tatto to Fairy Meadows ( 4 Hours Trek)
The famous day hike from Fairy Meadows is for Beyal Camp & the Base Camp of Nanga Parbat. Friendly and experienced mountain guides, who are familiar with the terrain, accompany the visitor, taking them to different treks. Staff at cottages is experienced and help trekkers in planning their routes. Camping equipment & food can also be arranged for these treks. Natural rock climbing pitch is a part of this beautiful setting, where climbing may be practiced under the supervision of well trained staff.
Proposed Plan: One Week Tour to Fairy Meadows in August.