Hispar Glacier Approach Trek
Gateway to the World's Greatest Glacier System
From
￥136,080
8 Days
Duration
4,500m
Max Elevation
2–10 pax
Group Size
Hispar Valley, Nagar District, Gilgit-Baltistan
Region
Overview
The Hispar Glacier is the western arm of the world's greatest non-polar glacier system — a vast ice highway connecting with the Biafo Glacier through Snow Lake to create 120km of continuous ice. While the full Snow Lake Traverse (trek-007) requires 21 days, this approach trek takes you deep into the Hispar Valley and onto the glacier itself in 8 days, experiencing the beginning of this extraordinary system without committing to the full traverse. The Hispar Valley above Nagar is strikingly beautiful — wide, green in summer, with high glaciated peaks flanking both sides. This is serious wilderness trekking with few other parties.
Trip Highlights
Hispar Glacier — gateway to the world's longest non-polar glacier system
Hispar Village — remote traditional Burusho community
Kani Basa Lake — stunning glacial lake at the head of the valley
Nushik La and Hispar La views — the great passes of the glacier system
Bularung Sar (6,930m) and Pumari Chhish (7,492m) flanking the route
Perfect preparation for the full Snow Lake Traverse
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1Islamabad → Hunza
🏠 Hotel Karimabad🍽️ All meals
Islamabad → Hunza
Drive or fly to Gilgit, continue to Hunza. Overnight in Karimabad.
2Hunza → Hispar Village
🏠 Guesthouse Hispar🍽️ All meals📏 80km⛰️ 2,500m → 3,050m
Hunza → Hispar Village
Drive through Nagar Valley to remote Hispar Village (3,050m) — one of the last human settlements before the great glaciers. Meet local team.
3Hispar → Glacier Snout Camp
🏠 Camp Glacier Snout🍽️ All meals📏 14km⛰️ 3,050m → 3,400m
Hispar → Glacier Snout Camp
Trek to the snout of the Hispar Glacier. The glacier is immediately impressive — vast and crevassed, flanked by enormous peaks.
4Glacier Snout → Bitanmal Camp
🏠 Camp Bitanmal🍽️ All meals📏 14km⛰️ 3,400m → 3,700m
Glacier Snout → Bitanmal Camp
Trek onto and across the Hispar Glacier. The glacier moraine is rough but the scale is extraordinary. Camp at Bitanmal on the glacier edge.
5Bitanmal → Kani Basa
🏠 Camp Kani Basa🍽️ All meals📏 12km⛰️ 3,700m → 4,100m
Bitanmal → Kani Basa
Continue up-glacier to Kani Basa — a beautiful glacial lake with dramatic peak reflections. One of the most remote and beautiful campsites in Pakistan.
6Kani Basa → Nushik La View Camp
🏠 Camp Nushik Approach🍽️ All meals📏 10km⛰️ 4,100m → 4,500m
Kani Basa → Nushik La View Camp
Push higher towards the Nushik La pass approach. Outstanding views towards Snow Lake basin. Maximum altitude ~4,500m. Return to Kani Basa or camp nearby.
7Return to Hispar Village
🏠 Guesthouse Hispar🍽️ All meals📏 26km
Return to Hispar Village
Trek back down the glacier to Hispar Village. Farewell dinner with local team.
8Hispar → Hunza → Islamabad
🏠 Hotel Islamabad🍽️ Breakfast, Dinner
Hispar → Hunza → Islamabad
Drive back to Hunza and return to Islamabad.
What's Included
- Transport Islamabad–Hunza–Hispar Village and return
- Licensed guide with Hispar experience
- Cook and full kitchen team
- Porters at standard rate
- Full camping equipment
- All meals
- Trekking permit
- First-aid kit
Not Included
- International flights
- Pakistan visa
- Personal gear
- Travel insurance
- Tips
⚠️ Requirements & Prerequisites
- •Good fitness and altitude tolerance
- •Previous glacier trekking experience helpful
- •Travel insurance mandatory
Best Season
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$900 USD · 4–5 persons
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