Fairy Meadows Women's Trek
The Fairy Meadows Women's Trek is a 7-day trek for women, led by a female guide, through the Kaghan Valley and over the Babusar Pass to Fairy Meadows, with hikes to Beyal Camp below the Raikot Face of Nanga Parbat.
- Duration7 Days
- PaceModerate
- RegionsFairy Meadows, Beyal Camp
- Best SeasonJune – September
- Led byFemale guide
A Women's Trek Below Nanga Parbat
Fairy Meadows is one of the most beautiful places in Pakistan, a green meadow in pine forest facing the huge Raikot Face of Nanga Parbat. The hike up is short, and the trails beyond lead to Beyal Camp and the Raikot Glacier.
On the Fairy Meadows Women Trek, led by a female guide, we travel through the Kaghan Valley, cross the Babusar Pass, hike to Fairy Meadows and spend three nights in wooden cottages, with a day hike to Beyal Camp and the glacier viewpoint.
Trip Highlights
- Led by an experienced female tour leader
- Three nights in cottages at Fairy Meadows
- Day hike to Beyal Camp and the glacier viewpoint
- Sunrise on Nanga Parbat (8,126 m)
- The Kaghan Valley and the Babusar Pass
- Women-only small group
Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Islamabad
Met at the airport by your female tour leader.
Overnight: HotelDay 2Drive to Naran
Through the Kaghan Valley to Naran.
Overnight: HotelDay 3Babusar Pass to Fairy Meadows
Cross the Babusar Pass, jeep to Tato and hike to Fairy Meadows.
Overnight: CottageDay 4Beyal Camp
Day hike to Beyal Camp and the glacier viewpoint.
Overnight: CottageDay 5Free day at Fairy Meadows
Relax, walk in the forest and watch the sunset on Nanga Parbat.
Overnight: CottageDay 6Back to Islamabad
Hike and jeep down, then drive back towards Islamabad.
Overnight: HotelDay 7Depart
Transfer to the airport.
Overnight: —Itineraries are flexible and can change with weather and roads. Your female tour leader is with you throughout. Your guide will always put safety first.
What's Included
Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off, met by your female tour leader
- Hotels in Islamabad and Naran, cottages at Fairy Meadows
- Jeep Raikot Bridge–Tato and back
- Porters for luggage to Fairy Meadows
- Experienced English-speaking female tour leader throughout
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a carefully selected, experienced driver
- Women-only small group or private trip
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Entry fees to sites in the itinerary
- Letter of invitation (LOI) for your Pakistan visa
Not Included
- International flights to and from Pakistan
- Pakistan visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and drinks
- Tips for guide and driver
- Anything not listed under "Included"
Moments from the Trail
Why Choose the Fairy Meadows Women Trek?
The Fairy Meadows Women Trek is a perfect first trek in Pakistan for women. The hikes are moderate, the cottages are cosy, and the view of Nanga Parbat is unforgettable.
For a longer trek, see our Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek, or read our Fairy Meadows guide.
Before you travel, read our Pakistan visa guide, or browse all our women-only tours in Pakistan.
Plan the rest of your trip
Good to Know
Your Female Guide
Every women's tour is led by an experienced female tour leader who travels with you from arrival to departure. Female guides are in high demand, so please book early.
Safety & Comfort
We choose welcoming, well-reviewed hotels and carefully selected drivers, and your leader looks after you at all times. Drivers in Pakistan are usually men.
Dress & Culture
Loose, modest clothing that covers arms and legs is best, with a scarf for mosques and shrines. Your leader can help you shop for local clothes on day one.
When to Go
June to September is the only time when the Babusar Pass and Fairy Meadows are easy to reach. Read our guide to the best time to visit Pakistan.
Reserve Your Place on the Tour
Message us with your preferred dates and group size, and our team will confirm your female guide and send you a quote.
