Chapchingol Pass Trek (2025-26) – 18 days
Chapchingol Pass Trek is a medium duration trekking holiday in our challenging treks category in Shimshal Valley of Hunza region. It is a holiday in one of the isolated valleys for trekkers offered by Apricot Tours. Given below are the details of this holiday.
Brief Itinerary – Chapchingol Pass Trek
Day 01: Arrive at Islamabad International Airport (590m)
Day 02: Fly to Gilgit & Drive to Karimabad, Hunza
Day 03 Spend Free day in Karimabad – official paperwork
Day 04: Drive to Shimshal village – Hotel
Day 05: Free Day in Shimshal Village (final logistics/porter assembly/village walks) – Hotel
Day 06: Trek to Zardgarben – Camp
Day 07: Trek to Jaffar Washk or Shpodin – Camp
Day 08: Trek over Boisum Pass to Perchod Washk
Day 09: Trek to Mandik Shlaq (4,100m) – Camp
Day 10: Trek to Warben (3,500m) – Camp
Day 11: Rest day for porters or short trek to Targeen (depends on the energy level of porters) – Camp
Day 12: Trek to Chafchingol Base camp (4,084m) – Camp
Day 13: Trek over Chafchingol Pass (5,100m) to Koksil – Camp
Day 14: Rest day/Contingency for bad weather – hotel
Day 15: Drive to Gilgit or Karimabad
Day 16: Fly to Islamabad – hotel
Day 17: Contingency day for possible flight cancellations
Day 18: Fly out to home country
Prices & Other Options – Chapchingol Pass Trek
| Trekking Options in Shimshal | Price (USD) | Deposit | Min Pax |
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| SHORT TREKS | |||
| Shimshal – Yazgil BC Pasture Trek (12 days) | US$1,560 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Shimshal – Lupghar BC Pasture (12 days) | US$1,560 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Karun Pass Trek (12 days) | US$1,710 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Two Passes Trek (12 days) | US$1,710 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| MEDIUM & HARD TREKS | |||
| Shimshal Pass Trek (19 days) | US$1,690 | US$450 | 8 pax |
| Chapchingol Pass Trek (18 days) | US$2,340 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Shimshal & Chafchingol Pass Circuit Trek (26 days) | US$3,530 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| CLIMB TREKKING PEAKS | |||
| Chapchingol Pass & Sonia Peak Climb (25 days) | US$3,615 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Minglik Sar Climb (Trekking Peak) (19 days) | US$1,690 | US$450 | 8 pax |
| LONG & EXTREME TREKS | |||
| Lukpe La Treks via Snow Lake | |||
| Lukpe La: Shimshal to Hispar (31 days) | US$4,030 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Lukpe La: Shimshal to Askole via Biafo (28 days) | US$3,640 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Lukpe La: Shimshal to Askole via Nobande…(31 days) | US$4,030 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Khurdopin La Pass Treks via Snow Lake | |||
| Khurdopin La: Shimshal to Hispar (26 days) | US$3,380 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Khurdopin La: Shimshal to Askole via Biafo (23 days) | US$2,990 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Khurdopin La: Shimshal to Askole via Nobande… (29 days) | US$3,770 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Virjerab La Pass Treks via Snow Lake | |||
| Virjerab La: Shimshal to Hispar (25 days) | US$3,250 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Virjerab La: Shimshal to Askole via Biafo (22 days) | US$2,990 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| Virjerab La: Shimshal to Askole via Nobande.. (28 days) | US$3,640 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| OTHER TREKS | |||
| Tilman Pass Trek: Shimshal to Askole (30 days) | US$4,120 | US$450 | 4 pax |
| View all SNOW LAKE FIXED DEPARTURES | – | – | |
| View all K2 BASE CAMP FIXED DEPARTURES | – | – |
| Trekking Options in Shimshal | Price (USD) | Deposit | Min Pax |
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Website Last Updated: October 29th, 2024
Holiday Information
- All domestic flights (Checked Baggage Allowance: 20kg, Hand Carry: 7kg)
- All road transfers including airport transfers
- All hotel accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing room)
- All trekking accommodation in Pakistan (twin sharing dome tent)
- All camping site fees and bridge fees
- All trekking logistics (all tents, non-personal equipment and tools etc)
- All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and beverages/water during meals
- Snacks including dry fruits and tea/coffee during the trek
- Licensed professional guide (government requirement)
- Government paperwork
- Shimshal Nature Trust fees (government requirement)
- Islamabad and Hunza sightseeing including all entry fees
- Support staff (cook, assistant(s) etc)
- Porters – personal luggage (14kgs) and mountaineering equipment (8kgs)
- First aid medicine kit (very basic)
Why Register Early?
1. Early Bird Discount: The given prices for the holiday are limited-time discount offers and are subject to change. Service providers including (but not limited) to airlines and hotels increase prices in peak-season. Early reservations cost less than peak-season.
2. Limited Flight Seats: Domestic flight seats to the Karakorams and Himalayas are sold out way ahead of time because there are only two daily flights during peak season. Among other things, the deposit is used to book domestic flights for you in advance.
3. Pay Balance after arrival in Pakistan: In these unusual times, we appreciate that paying the final balance for your trip may cause concern. Our policy is to only receive your final balance once you arrive in Pakistan. The only payment before arrival is the deposit.
4. Deposit valid for 3 years: We understand the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic (Covid-19). As part of our relaxed booking conditions following Covid-19, deposits are valid for 2 years.
6. Pay Minimum Deposit: The deposits for the holiday are also early-bird discounts and automatically change accordingly:
- 1st October: USD 190
- 1st November: USD 290
- 1st January: USD 350
- 15th February: USD 400
- 1st March: USD 450
- 1st May: USD 490
Note: The same dates above apply to next season’s deposits.
Refund Policy for All
Deposit: Once paid, the deposit is non-refundable (but valid for 2 years) as it will be spent on making in-country arrangements.
Balance: Pay the balance only after arrival in Pakistan on the first day. Payment guidelines will be shared timely.
Currency
All international travelers can pay in US Dollars (USD) or equivalent in Euros (EUR) or Pound Sterling (GBP). Pakistani travelers are charged the equivalent in Pakistani Rupees (PKR).
Single Supplement
Separate hotel rooms (single supplement) will cost an additional USD 290. This includes all hotel nights. This payment should be made with the balance upon arrival.
Separate tents (single tent) will cost an additional USD 180. This includes the cost of additional porterage. This payment should also be made with the balance in Pakistan.