Tirich Valley, an extensive western offshoot of the Turikho Valley, leads toward the foot of some of the loftiest peaks in the Hindu Kush range, including Noshaq, Istor-o-Nal, and Tirich Mir. The well-frequented trek to Tirich Mir Base Camp involves crossing the Lower Tirich Glacier, so prior experience with glacier travel can be advantageous. The base camp is locally known as Babu Camp, a name honoring Babu Mohammad, a seasoned guide who, when not leading treks, can often be found at Chitral's Mountain Inn. While bearing a resemblance to the Baltoro Glacier trek, the Tirich Mir Base Camp trek is notably shorter and less physically demanding, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts of colossal mountains and grand glaciers.
Days | Activities | Overnight |
1 | Arrival in Islamabad. Rest day | Hotel |
2 | Fly or drive to Chitral. | Hotel |
3 | Drive to Zani Pass (3480m) for great views of the peaks of Hindukush and Hindu Raj. Start of trek and descend down to Shagrom 2900m (the last human settlement of the region) for night stay at Terichmir Guest House. From the pass to Shagrom 2-3 hours walk | Home(stay) |
4 | Trek to Sheniak 3540m through the willow trees and summer pasture, along the river of Terich. Walking time 5-6 hours | Camp |
5 | Continue trek onto the lower Tirich glacier and then moraine to Shughur Baisun 4038m. 5-6 Hours Trek | Camp |
6 | Trek besides the upper Tirich glacier to Tirich Mir, Noshaq and Istor o Nal Base Camp (4700m). 6-7 hours trek. Best view of Terich Concordia and surrounding peaks | Camp |
7 | Rest Days for Photography of surrounding mountains and Exploration of the area | Camp |
8 | Trek back to Shughur Baisun. 4-5 hours trek | Camp |
9 | Trek to Sheniak, Jungle of birch and willow trees. 4-5 Hours trek | Camp |
10 | Trek to Shagrom. 4-5 hours trek. | Home Stay |
11 | Drive back to Chitral. 5 hours drive | Hotel |
12 | Visit to Alexander’s lost tribe. The Kalash of Hindukush. 2 hours’ drive. Return back to Chitral in the afternoon | Hotel |
13 | fly to Islamabad or drive subject to weather | Hotel |
14 | Transfer to Airport for Home destination |