Thalle La Trek

Thalle La Trek

Thalle La Trek, The 4,572-meter mountain pass that separates Pakistan’s Khaplu Valley from Shigar is the route of the Thalle La Trek. The 11–13 day trek is easy and crosses the Thalle Pass (4,572 M). This two-week trek is a significant plan that promises to be extremely exciting for a variety of reasons. Crossing of Thalay Broq can be possible from the Shigar and Khaplu valleys.

This region of the world is sure to enthrall even the most seasoned travelers with its breathtaking mountain scenery, vibrant cities, vibrant marketplaces, and friendly people. We have over 40 years of experience organizing trips here, so we know how to make your trip safe, exciting, and memorable. This private, specially designed tour will take you to the mountainous northeast of the nation, to a region known as Baltistan. There, you will trek for four days while taking in some of the most breathtaking scenery of the Karakoram Mountains

The strategically planned green city of Islamabad is where our Thalle La Trek Pakistan begins. After a friendly greeting at the Islamabad International Airport, your guide will transport you to the group hotel. We’re going to get together again in the afternoon to give you an update on Thalay Broq Trek. After spending the night in Islamabad, we will drive to the airport to take the spectacular Mountain View flight to Skardu. You can see the majestic Karakoram and Himalayan mountains from where you are fighting. When the sky is clear, you can see Nanga Parbat, the naked mountain, and the powerful K2. We are going to stay the night in Skardu.

Baltistan, the ancient Himalayan kingdom, had its capital at Skardu. It’s the escape route to Baltoro, Gondogoro Pass, K2, Gasherbrum, and other mountain valleys. The local bazaar, Sadpara Lake, and Kharpocho Fort are among the sights to see in Skardu. The following day, we’ll travel to Khaplu by following the Indus and Shyok rivers. The district capital of Khaplu Valley is Khaplu. We will visit the Chaqchan Mosque and the neighborhood bazaar while staying in the historic Khaplu fort. To begin our trek, we will travel to Thalle Village today. From this point on, we will begin our Thalle La Trek Pakistan walking session and continue for a few days until we reach Shigar. The district capital of the Shigar Valley is Shigar.

We firmly think that the Thalle La Trek in Pakistan, the Baltistan Valley’s Karakoram Mountains, and its extraordinarily kind people will leave you with enduring memories.

In June, July, and August, we have four scheduled departures of “Thalle la Trek Pakistan.” The Thale La Trek is a simple stroll that doesn’t require any experience with mountaineering.

For more information about these treks, get in touch with us.

Detailed Trip Itinerary

Day 01 (Islamabad Arrival)

• Greetings from Pakistan. You’re going to the Islamabad International Airport today.
• After a friendly greeting at the airport, our representative will transport you to your Islamabad hotel.
• As a welcome beverage, the hotel will serve you tea or coffee. Take this chance to socialize with other trekkers.
• Take a nap to recuperate from your lengthy flight after the drink. We will get together over dinner to go over specifics regarding your trek to Thalle La Trek.
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Day 02 (Islamabad – Skardu & Kachura) (7,316 ft.) (45 Minutes flight) 

• Breakfast early in the morning
• Drop guests at Islamabad Airport
• Pick Guests from Skardu Airport
• Head towards Kachura to explore
• Shangrila Resort
• Kachura Valley
• Upper Kachura Lake
• Xoq Valley
• Return to Skardu
• Transfer to hotel for night stay

In Case of flight Cancellation we will head towards Skardu via Karakoram High way to reach Skardu (14-16 Hours’ Drive)

Day 03 (Preparation Day in Skardu)

• Breakfast early in the Morning
• While we are getting your paperwork, transportation, and base camp hike logistics ready, you have one more day to explore.
• Located on the southern bank of the Indus River, which divides the Himalayas from the Karakorum, is Skardu. There are several stores lining both sides of the main road in a lengthy bazaar.
• Yadgar Chowk, a memorial containing the names of those who lost their lives defending Gilgit Baltistan from Dogra tyranny in 1947–48, is the hub of the town.
• Visit Kharpocho Fort
• The primary attraction is the Kharpocho Fort. See the historic Kharpocho Fort, which was erected in the latter half of the 16th century atop a rock that provided a view of the town.
• Visit the Kharpocho Fort first, then proceed to Sadpara Lake to view its pristine blue water.
• On the way back, stop by the well-known 8th-century Buddha rock. Buddha Rock provides proof that Buddhism existed in the region prior to the coming of Islam in the fourteenth century.
• Good night on your bed; tomorrow you will be spending the night in tents with sleeping bags until you get back to Skardu.

Day 04 (Skardu – Khaplu) (105 km) (03 Hours’ Drive)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• It will take about three hours to drive to Khaplu, which is 105 kilometers east of Skardu.
• To get to Khaplu, you will first follow the Indus River and subsequently the Shyok River. The drive is breathtaking, made even more striking by the contrast between the blossoms and the untamed mountains.
• After resting and checking into the hotel, you will go to one of Baltistan’s oldest Muslim monasteries, the Chaqchan Monastery, which dates back to the 14th century.
• You will also visit Khaplu Fort
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Day 05 (Khaplu – Thalle Valley)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• You will travel thirty minutes in a 4×4 jeep in the direction of Skardu. Follow the Thalle Lungma and cross the Shyok River at Daghoni via a wooden suspension bridge.
• Driving through the charming towns encircled by potato and barley fields will be an absolute pleasure. Eventually you will come to the highest summer settlement on the Thalle side, Olmo Village.
• Your camp staff will welcome you here and make you a steaming cup of tea. After that, you’ll go on an acclimatization hike before heading back to the camp for dinner.
• There shouldn’t be any snow during your hike, assuming the weather holds out, and you won’t require crampons for your boots at any point.
• For a restful night’s sleep, it is recommended that you pack an inflatable sleeping mat and your sleeping bag.
• Temperatures are predicted to range from 28 to 35 degrees Celsius during the day, but they can drop to -3 to -5 degrees at night.

Day 06 (Thalle – Azalan) (06 Hours Trek)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• This will be your first day of walking on the Thalle la trek, following your first night in the tent beneath the stars.
• Occasionally, herds of cows and Yaks will be seen grazing freely on verdant slopes. The tranquility of Thalle Valley is enhanced by the numerous snow-capped mountains that encircle it.
• You will make stops at shepherd huts where you can get a glimpse of the modest way of life led by hospitable shepherds who will kindly give you their milk products.
• We will camp tonight in Azalan, at the base of the Thalle La, after enjoying a hot lunch in the middle of the hike.
• Night stay at Azalan camp site

Day 07 (Azalan – Cross Thalle La – Raseppi) (15,000 ft.) (06 Hours Trek)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• You will begin your climb of the Thalle La (15,000 ft.) a little early today. Gorgeous alpine flowers will catch your eye a lot while you’re hiking today.
• Once on the pass, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the Siachen Mountains to the east and the Haramosh group to the west.
• You will begin a three-hour walk downhill through more alpine scenery after crossing the Thalle la.
• You will travel through the heavenly meadows of Raseppi, where you will spend the night in tents, after descending through a portion of dense juniper forest.
• Night stay at Raseppi camp site

Day 08 (Raseppi – Skardu) (04 Hours Trek)

• Breakfast early in the morning
• This is the final day of the Thalle La Trek Pakistan walking adventure.
• You will take the less steep Shepard trail and cross the Bangma River to continue descending through verdant pastures towards Shigar town.
• After finishing the Trek in Shigar, you will take to the Residence in Skardu for a much-needed hot shower and rest. You will pause for lunch by the river.
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Day 09 (Skardu – Islamabad) (45 Minutes flight)

• Breakfast at early in the morning
• Drop Guests at Skardu Airport
• Reaches Islamabad

OR

• In the event that inclement weather forces the cancellation of the flight, you will proceed from Juglot Skardu Road till you reach Juglot and from Juglot till Hazara Motorway, you will move by Karakoram Highway to Islamabad via road.
• With Nanga Parbat (8,126 meters), the ninth-highest mountain in the world, as your backdrop, you can travel with an amazing view.
• After a while, continue on the Karakoram Highway and pass through the Kaghan Valley and Babusar Pass (4,067 meters) to reach Mansehra City.
• Rejoining the Karakoram Highway from Mansehra, you will travel through the historically significant and culturally rich cities of Hassan Abdal, Taxila, and Abbottabad before arriving in Islamabad.
• It will be late afternoon when you arrive.

Day 10 (Spare Day in Islamabad)

• Breakfast at early in the morning
• You have the entire day to explore the green capital city of Islamabad if you were able to catch a flight there yesterday.
• See the Islamabad Monument, Parliament Square, and the Faisal Mosque before traveling to the nearby city of Rawalpindi.
• The historical and traditional city of Rawalpindi will introduce you to the flavors of southern Pakistan. Situated on the Pothohar Plateau, which is well-known for its long history of Buddhism, particularly in the nearby town of Taxila.
• Enjoy a local Pakistani curry at the Magnificent Food Streets for your final meal in Pakistan after a full day of sightseeing.
• Transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Day 11 (Departure | Fly Back Home)

• Breakfast at early in the morning
• You will be taken to Islamabad International Airport for your flight home after breakfast “Thalle La Trek” has ended.

Services Included

• All internal (Domestic) air tickets and related airport transfers
• English-speaking guide
• Private transport with driver
• Accommodations (Hotels and Camps)
• All Meal (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
• All camping ground fees, Mess tents, sleeping tents, Kitchen tents with chairs,
• All fees associated with trekking permits, royalty, toll taxes, entry tickets, parking fees etc.
• Every piece of kitchenware, including cutlery, crockery, fuel, and other associated
• All Wages and basic kits of guide, sirdar, Porter’s cook and assistants
• Insurance for crew members such as porters and guides (except helicopter rescue)
• Satellite phones
• Solar Panel or generator

Service not included

• International Flight tickets
• Travel Insurance
• Pakistan Visa Fee
• Photography & Videography
• Personal Nature Expense
• Items which are not mentioned in “Services Include”

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PYARA SKARDU ADVENTURE CLUB & TRAVEL AGENCY