Chillinji Pass Trek

Journey through wild, isolated Himalayan landscapes

Overview

Chillinji Pass (5,335m) is a high-altitude mountain pass in the Karakoram range of northern Pakistan, connecting the Chapursan Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan with the remote Wakhan Corridor in Afghanistan. It is an adventurous and off-the-beaten-path trekking route that offers breathtaking landscapes, glacial crossings, and encounters with the Wakhi people, known for their rich culture and hospitality.

The trek to Chillinji Pass is challenging, requiring strong physical endurance and technical trekking skills due to steep ascents, high-altitude conditions, and unpredictable weather. The journey takes trekkers through lush valleys, rugged terrain, and icy glaciers, with stunning views of snow-capped peaks.

Since Chillinji Pass is located in a restricted border area, special permits from Pakistani authorities are required. The best time to undertake the trek is from July to September when the weather conditions are relatively stable. This trek is ideal for adventure enthusiasts looking to explore one of Pakistan’s most remote and untouched regions.

Trek Facts

Trek Name: Chilinji Pass Trek
Trek Code: ATP-TR-19
Trekking Zone: Restricted Zone
Route: Islamabad-Swat-Chitral-Kalash Valley–Lasht–Kishmanja–Ishkarwarz–Lashkargaz–Laly Ribat–Kuramber Lake–Shuinji–Sukhtarabad–Chillinji Pass–Beyatot–Baba Gundi–Chupursen–Karimabad–Naran–Islamabad.
Best time: June to September
Maximum Elevation: 5,335m meters
Trek Grade: Moderate
Visa Category: Mountaineering & Trekking
Visa Sub Category: Trekking
Permit Requirement: A trekking permit is required as the trek falls in the restricted zone.

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Trek locations on map

Itinerary

Day 1. Islamabad

Upon arrival at the Islamabad International Airport, transfer to hotel. Half day city tour. Hotel

Day 2. Islamabad to Swat

After breakfast departure for Swat, 230Km 4-5 hours ,end route well preserved monastery of Takhat-E-Bai. Hotel

Day 3. Swat to Chitral

Drive from Swat to Chitral 7-8 hours Visit Chitral Town. Hotel

Day 4. Kalash Valley

Excursion of Kalash Valley Visit Bumburet, Birir, and Rumbur. Hotel

Day 5. Chitral-Lasht

Drive from Chitral to Lasht (7-8 hours) Altitude 3048m. Camping

Day 6. Lasht-Kishmanja

Trek start from Lasht to Kishmanja (6-8 hours) Altitude 3300m. Camping

Day 7. Kishmanja-Ishkarwarz

Trek to Ishkarwarz on the Brogil Pass (5-7 hours) Altitude 3600m. Camping

Day 8. Ishkarwarz-Lashkargaz

Trek to Wakhi Summer Settlement of Lashkargaz (4-6 hours) Altitude 3990m. Camping

Day 9. Lashkargaz-Laly Ribat

Trek from Lashkargaz to Laly Ribat (6-8 hours) Altitude 3900m. Camping

Day 10. Laly Ribat-Kuramber Lake

Trek from Laly Ribat to Kuramber Lake (6-8 hours) Altitude 4304m.Camping

Day 11. Kuramber lake-Shuinji

Trek from Kuramber to Shuinji /Toshinji (6-8 hours) Altitude 3930m.Camping

Day 12. Shuinji-Sukhtarabad

Cross Chotoboi Glacier to Sukhtarabad (6-7 hours) Altitude 3420m. Camping

Day 13. Sukhtarabad-Chilinji Jungle

Trek from Sukhtarabad to Chilinji Jungle (6-8 hours) Altitude 3450m.Camping

Day 14. Chilinji High Camp

We are gentle climbing towards the high camp (5-7 hours) Altitude 5335m.Camping

Day 15. High Camp-Beyatot

Trek from high Camp to beyatot via Chilinji Pass 5335 meters .It is Excellent views of highest mountains of Hindukush and Karakoram Ranges (8-9 hours).

Day 16. Beyatot-Baba Ghundi

Trek from Beyatot to Baba Gundi Ziarat takes approximately 6 to 8 hours on foot, depending on trail conditions and weather Altitude 3650m.Camping

Day 17. Chupursen-Karimabad

Drive to Central Hunza Karimabad En route Visit Batura Glacier,Gulmit Village ,Hussaini Bridge , Passu Cones and Attabad Lake. Hotel

Day 18. Karimabad

Sightseeing of Karimabad Including forts.

Day 19.Karimabad-Naran

Drive to Naran 355 km via Babusar Pass 4,173m.Hotel

Day 20. Naran-Islamabad

Drive to Islamabad 279 km en route Visit Taxila Museum and Historical Sites . Hotel

Day 21. Departure from Islamabad

Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for departure.