Kashmir to Naran Trek — 6-day trekking in Azad Kashmir → Naran, KPK, Pakistan
Trekking Azad Kashmir → Naran, KPK4.9 · 18 reviews

Kashmir to Naran Trek 6 Days

Cross the roof of Pakistan — from Kashmir's emerald lakes to Naran's legendary queen.

Duration

6 days / 5 nights

Difficulty

Level 3

Max altitude

≈ 4,420m

Group size

Max 22

Best season

July – August

Starts from

I-8 Markaz, Islamabad

Overview

Six days. Ten lakes. Three high passes above 4,000 metres. This is not a tour — it's a crossing. You begin in Kashmir's alpine wilderness and end in Kaghan Valley, having traversed the watershed between two of Pakistan's most dramatic regions on foot. The route links lakes that most people never find, over passes that earn their views. Groups are small, the mountains are real, and spots go fast. The question isn't whether you should go. It's whether you'll go this season.
Good to know: anyone with good health and stamina can join, even without prior trekking experience — but the daily 10–12 km hikes from Day 2 to Day 5 can last up to 10 hours, so build endurance beforehand with running and light exercise. Days are mild; nights are cold. Don't have gear? We can arrange it or guide you on where to buy it.
Lakes to be Explored: Ratti Gali Lake, Gahtian Lake, Hans Raj Lake, Kala Sar (1,2,3) Lakes, Kala Sar Pass, Noori Lake, Noori Waterfall, Jabbah Gali Pass Saral Lake, Saral Pass, Dudipatsar Lake, Mula Ki Basti, and Besal Naran.

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Day-by-day itinerary

6 days, 5 nights · tap any day to expand.

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    Day 0 — Night Departure, Islamabad — The Journey Begins
    Your adventure starts tonight at 11:30 PM. Meet fellow trekkers at I-8 Markaz — there's an electricity in the air when a group of strangers gathers under stars, bound for the high mountains. The overnight drive north sets the mood: city lights fade, valleys deepen, and by the time dawn breaks you'll be somewhere else entirely.
    Altitude:507 mMeals:Midnight TeaStay:Coach (overnight transit)
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What's included

10 in your package

  • Private transport (Saloon Coaster)
  • High-quality waterproof camps on twin/triple sharing
  • Large portions of fresh, nutritious food (breakfast + day-pack/snack + dinner)
  • Professional, experienced mountain guides and porters
  • Satellite phone tracking
  • Mess tent and kitchen utensils
  • Guide, cook and driver expenses
  • Government NOC & permissions
  • Fuel expense, road tolls & taxes
  • Basic first-aid kit

Not included

Please arrange these separately

  • Medication, evacuation and rescue in case of emergency
  • Personal expenditures (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Personal insurance & liabilities
  • Sleeping bag (available on request when booking)
  • Personal porters for your own bag
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

What to pack

45–60 L rucksack

45–60 L rucksack

Warm jacket

Warm jacket

Hiking shoes

Hiking shoes

Rain coat

Rain coat

Warm clothes, socks & cap

Warm clothes, socks & cap

Hiking stick

Gloves, headlamp & water bottle

Gloves, headlamp & water bottle

Sunblock & sunglasses

Sunblock & sunglasses

Personal medicines & hygiene items

Personal medicines & hygiene items

Sleeping bag

Sleeping bag

Sleeping mat

Missing gear?We arrange rentals — just ask

Ask about rentals

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Where you'll travel

Azad Kashmir → Naran, KPK · departs from I-8 Markaz, Islamabad

Regions on this trip:Neelum Valley,Kaghan Valley

Frequently asked

Everything you might be wondering before you book — tap a question to expand.

It's graded moderate-to-challenging. You'll reach altitudes above 4,000 m with some long, steep days (10–12 km of hiking daily). You should be healthy, reasonably fit and exercise regularly.

Yes, if you're healthy and have good stamina — but remember you'll average 10–12 km a day from Day 2 to Day 5, up to 10 hours of walking with stops. If you're not already active, start running and light exercise to build endurance before the trek.

The trek starts at the Ratti Gali base camp and finishes at Besal, Naran. Most of it is flat valley and meadow walking; the tough sections are ascending and descending the three ~4,000 m passes (Kala Sar, Jabbah Gali and Saral Pass).

Choose a departure date and pay a 50% deposit by bank transfer or in person at our Islamabad office. Once we receive your receipt, your seat is confirmed and you're added to a private WhatsApp group with your trip leader.

Cancellation charges apply on a sliding scale, based on how close to departure you cancel: 3 days or less — 100% cancellation charge; 5 days or less — 75%; 7 days or more — 50%; 10 days or more — 30%.

Your group is led by the most professional and experienced team at TourRangers. We specialise in arranging trekking tours and have successfully run multi-day treks and expeditions across the north — including the Churko Peak Winter Summit (4,300 m), K2 Base Camp Trek, Ratti Gali to Besal–Naran Trek, Chitta Katha Lake, Supat Valley Trek, Musa Ka Musalla, Makra Peak and the Ganga Choti winter summit, backpacking in Chitral, and a successful expedition to Shimshal Pass and Minglik Sar (6,050 m).

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Traveller reviews

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Fazil Yousafzai

It was great travelling & trekking with Tour Rangers. Thank you.
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M Salman Aslam

From the breathtaking scenery to the excellent services, every aspect of the trip exceeded my expectations. Shoaib Swati Bhai is a true gem.
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Muhammad Umair Arif

I have joined tour rangers on 09-14 aug for kashmir to naran trek. I have found them very professional and their management is very impressive.
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Haris Khan

My first-ever trekking experience and I'm glad that I booked it with TourRangers. The management was very good including meals, guidance, safety, transport.
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Farhan Asghar

This is my 2nd Tour with Tour Rangers and it was fantastic from Ratti Gali to Basel... It was a lifetime Experience.
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Shahid Mehmood

It was my very first ever trekking trip with Tourrangers. It will be a lifetime memory for me. I have been dreaming to visit this part of country for so many years.

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