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Tour
16 Days Kuch Festival Experience in Shimshal Valley
by Rock Valley Tours
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Duration
16D / 15N
Departs from
Gilgit
Destinations Covered
Overview
A 16-day guided expedition to the Kuch Festival in Shimshal Valley, Upper Hunza, featuring a multi-day trek through Pasth Furzin, Wuch Furzin, Shujerab, and Shuwart near the Shimshal Pass. Includes cultural interaction with Shimshali families, observation of the traditional goat sacrifice and livestock-return ritual, visits to Baltit and Altit Forts, and camping at high-altitude alpine lakes.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Pricing Options
Original USD priceBest Value
Rs 2,500per person
What's Included
Included
- Accommodation:
- Twin-sharing standard hotel rooms in towns.
- 2-person dome tents during the trek.
- Meals:
- Half board at hotels (breakfast + dinner).
- Full board during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea/coffee).
- Transportation:
- Air-conditioned transport along the Karakoram Highway.
- Soft-top 4×4 jeeps to/from the trek head and trek end.
- Camping Facilities:
- 2-person dome tents with mattresses.
- Dining tent with folding table & chairs.
- Kitchen tent with full kitchenette and staff.
- Toilet tent.
- Portage:
- 13 kg per person during the trek.
- Other Services:
- Tips and portage at airports & hotels.
- Entrance fees to sites and museums.
- English-speaking mountain guide.
Not Included
- Domestic or international airfare and airport taxes.
- Any expenses due to forced measures, flight cancellations, landslides, natural calamities, acts of God, or other events beyond the control of Rock Valley Tours, their staff, and suppliers.
- Personal expenses not mentioned under “Included,” such as souvenirs, snacks, phone/internet charges, or laundry.
- Personal trekking equipment and clothing.
- Optional activities or services not listed in the itinerary.
- Travel or health insurance, including evacuation or rescue costs.
- GEAR AND CLOTHING LISTLuggage
- Large Duffel Bag: Maximum 12.5 kg, with lock. Easier for porters to carry; avoid using a backpack.
- Day Pack: For items you need during trekking, jeep rides, or bus travel (camera, jacket, water bottle, etc.).
- Extra Carry-On: To store city clothes in the respective city.
- Money Belt/Fanny Pack: For passport, travel documents, and cash.
- Sleeping & Camping
- Sleeping Bag: Rated 0 °F / -18 °C. Down bags are lightweight; synthetic bags perform better when wet. Waterproof shell or bivy recommended.
- Camp Shoes: Jogging shoes or Tiva sandals, ideal for streams and campsite strolls.
- Mattress/Close-Cell Matrices: We provide, but personal comfort items are optional.
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