Six peaks above 7,000m, run from Skardu by our own Balti team. Permits, oxygen, insured high-altitude porters and a turnaround policy that is actually enforced.
Six peaks above 7,000m, run from Skardu by our own Balti team. Permits, oxygen, insured high-altitude porters and a turnaround policy that is actually enforced.
The Nagma Valley Tour is a 6 days guided trip in Gilgit-Baltistan, northern Pakistan, topping out at 3,800 m. It is graded Easy to Moderate — high-altitude 4×4 — short day walks. 6 fixed departures are open from $360 per person, all-inclusive from Islamabad.
The Nagma Valley Tour takes you to one of Baltistan's most beautiful and least-visited alpine valleys — a hidden paradise of glacial rivers, wildflower meadows and high summer pastures tucked above Skardu in the heart of the Karakoram.
The Valley
Nagma Valley climbs from Skardu (2,500m) to alpine meadow camps at around 3,800m. It is characterised by crystal-clear glacier-fed streams and open alpine meadows carpeted with wildflowers from June through August — a world away from the crowds of more famous destinations, with the Karakoram giants rising on every side.
Culture & People
The Balti people of the Skardu valleys are among the most hospitable in Pakistan. Traditional stone and timber houses, summer shepherd camps and a way of life shaped by the high mountains are part of daily life here. The valley's isolation has preserved customs and a rhythm of life largely vanished elsewhere.
Discover Skardu’s hidden alpine gem at $360 per person — six days of wildflower meadows, local shepherd trails and unobstructed Karakoram panoramas in the rarely-visited Nagma Valley above Skardu.
Fixed Departures
Fixed departures are scheduled dates you join as part of a group, rather than arranging your own trip. 6 dates are currently open, each capped at 12 people. Every date is the same price, $360 per person. A $50 deposit reserves a place. The availability column shows how many places are left on each date.
These are private departures, priced by the size of your party rather than by a set date. Pick the band that matches your group and the price per person is fixed at that rate, across 4 options. The more of you who travel, the less each person pays — from $792 for Solo (1 Person) down to $360/pp for 7-10 Persons. What each band covers is set out in the table.
Group size
Price
What it includes
Solo (1 Person)
$792
Private Nagma Valley tour with dedicated personal guide.
(2-3 Persons)
$576/pp
Private group tour of Nagma Valley for couples or friends.
(4-6 Persons)
$450/pp
Small group with private guide throughout all 6 days.
(7-10 Persons)
$360/pp
Best value. Full guide, transport, accommodation and meals.
Is this trip right for you?
Yes — this is one of the easiest trips to say yes to.
Graded Easy to Moderate — high-altitude 4×4.
short day walksDays on footthe rest is travel
3,800 mhighest pointMost people feel only short breath.
Good to know
The highest point is 3,800 m. Most people feel nothing worse than short breath up there, and the pace is set to keep it that way.
You’re ready ifyou enjoy a full day out and do not mind some hours on the road.
Give yourself a little longer ifyou would like to feel fresher. A couple of walks beforehand makes the short strolls even easier.
This might not be your trip ifyou are after long days on foot and nights in a tent. Tell us and we will point you at one.
One thing we do insist on: travel insurance that covers helicopter evacuation.
Travel Experience
Itinerary — Nagma Valley Tour
The Nagma Valley Tour takes you to one of Baltistan's most beautiful and least-visited alpine valleys — a hidden paradise of glacial rivers, wildflower meadows and high summer pastures tucked above Skardu in the heart of the Karakoram.
6 days
Arrive in Skardu, walk up to Kharpocho Fort, and get briefed for the Nagma Valley trek.
Trek into the Nagma Valley, climbing to 3,200m for a first alpine-meadow camp.
Push to 3,800m past glacial streams and wildflower fields, the Karakoram all around.
Shepherd trails on the upper circuit and a visit to a Balti village.
Descend to Skardu with a stop at Satpara Lake and a rest night.
Fly from Skardu to Islamabad. Departure.
What’s included in the price
Every fixed departure is all-inclusive from Islamabad. This is exactly what your $360 per person covers, and the handful of things it does not — so there is nothing to settle at the trailhead.
Included in the price
All ground transport from Skardu by private vehicle
Hotel night in Skardu
Full camping at Nagma Valley meadows
All meals on trek
Tents and camping equipment
A local Balti guide
Cook and porters
Community fees plus daily route and weather monitoring by our team
Not included
Domestic and international flights to Skardu (we book these for you on request)
Lunches
Personal expenses
Any optional activities not listed
Pakistan visa fees and personal travel insurance
Tips for your guide and driver (appreciated
Never expected)
Why Karakoram Venture
Because the people who take you up this mountain are from it. Our guides grew up in these valleys, and they are our own team — not a booking desk handing you to whoever is cheapest that week. Every one of them is certified by the Alpine Club of Pakistan, holds Wilderness First Aid, and has between five and twenty years on high-altitude ground.
Because the safety is real, and we will name it rather than imply it. A satellite phone travels in every camp, we hold established helicopter-rescue contacts for this region, and we tell you exactly which travel insurance to carry. Budget operators cut precisely these things, because you cannot see them on a web page.
Because the price is honest. Local infrastructure is why $360 per person covers the trip from Islamabad rather than a stripped-down base rate. Exactly what it includes — and the handful of things it does not — is set out above.
How to book this trip
Four steps from here to the mountains
1Pick your dateA fixed departure above, or private dates you choose.
2Send the requestThe form on this page, or WhatsApp. Name, party size, date.
3Pay $50 per personThat holds your place. We reply within 24 hours.
4Balance 30 days beforeThen we take over: flights, hotels, permits, crew.
No card details on this page. Nothing is charged until you confirm.
More About Nagma Valley Tour
Booking & Payment
A deposit of $50 per person confirms your seat. The balance is due 30 days before departure
Book through our website
WhatsApp
Or an authorized agent — every booking is confirmed in writing
Prices are held once your deposit is received and may otherwise change with season and availability
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 30+ days before departure: full refund minus the deposit
Cancel 14-29 days before: 50% refund of the total paid
Cancel under 14 days before: no refund
As rooms and transport are already booked
Permits & Documentation
Foreign guests need a standard Pakistan tourist visa — no restricted-zone permit is required for Nagma Valley. We provide a Letter of Invitation on request
A small local community and grazing-ground fee applies and is included in your package
Carry your passport and ID
Valid travel and mountain medical insurance is recommended
Health & Fitness Requirements
Moderate. You camp at alpine meadows up to 3,800m and walk 4-5 hours a day on shepherd trails — a good level of general fitness is needed
No technical climbing skills are required. Nights are cold even in summer
We provide tents and camp gear
Tell us in advance about any heart condition or history of altitude sickness so we can pace the climb
Important Notes
Carry at least 2 recent passport-size photos for verification and documentation.
A valid passport (foreign nationals) or CNIC (Pakistani nationals) is mandatory for booking and travel.
Keep your original passport or CNIC with you throughout the tour for security checks and hotel check-ins.
Foreign nationals need a valid passport and the correct visa; any NOC and trekking/restricted-area permits are arranged by Karakoram Venture.
Special Information
Professional and experienced Tour Manager available from start to end of the trip.
Delicious and fresh daily meals included from Day 1 until departure.
No complimentary meals provided on flights or during transit stops.
Follow updated state travel policies carefully for a hassle-free journey.
Transportation Details
Comfortable and spacious A/C Coaches for long trips and intercity travel.
Sturdy 4x4 jeeps for mountain roads and sightseeing (up to 7 pax per vehicle).
Reliable 4x4 vehicles (Land Cruiser / Prado) for off-road and high-altitude excursions.
Arrival & Departure Guidelines
Day 1: Report at the designated airport on time as per schedule.
Final Day: Depart after successfully completing the full itinerary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Nagma Valley Tour cost?
$360 per person on our scheduled departures. The package page lists exactly what is included; private and custom-group pricing is available on request — just ask.
How long is the trip?
6 Days - 5 Nights, start to finish.
When is the best time to go?
Summer (May - September). We will help you pick the best window for your dates.
How hard is this trip? Is it family-friendly?
Moderate — this is a real trek, not a drive-up tour. You camp at alpine meadows up to 3,800m and walk 4–5 hours a day on shepherd trails, so a good level of general fitness is needed. No technical climbing skills are required, and we provide all tents and camp gear.
What visa do I need?
A standard Pakistan tourist visa is all you need. We can send an invitation and booking letter to support your application.
What about insurance and safety?
We recommend standard travel insurance with medical cover for your trip. Our local team knows the routes and conditions and looks after you throughout.
Who guides the trip?
Your team is local Balti — our own guides and drivers from Gilgit-Baltistan, never subcontracted.
How do I get there?
Fly to Skardu or Gilgit from Islamabad, or travel overland on the Karakoram Highway. We arrange airport pickup and all ground transport.
Can I do this as a private or custom trip?
Yes — every itinerary can run as a private departure and be tailored to your dates, pace and group size. Tell us what you have in mind and we will build it around you.
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