Challenge: Pakistan | Skardu Challenge

Date and Time: September 19-29

Registration Fee: $900

Fundraising Target: $3,000

Register by: July 1, 2024

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Immerse yourself in the landscapes and adventures of Skardu, Pakistan. Grab a good pair of hiking shoes and wander through a region of breathtaking nature. 

Skardu, located on the east side of Gilgit-Baltistan, boasts some of the craziest scenery you’ll ever see. Home to some of the biggest mountains in the world, it is the perfect playground for adventurous souls. Join us on this multi-day challenge and experience an adventure of a lifetime!

And all for a good cause – take on this challenge of a lifetime while raising funds to help rebuild Pakistan.

Supporting resilience and recovery in Pakistan

Pakistan hosts one of the world’s largest populations, with an estimated population of around 217 million. It is also host to one of the largest refugee populations worldwide. In addition to high levels of poverty, vulnerable communities are also forced to cope with the effects of earthquakes, floods and droughts year after year. These natural disasters not only claim lives but also have a long-lasting impact on the socio-economic fabric of the nation.

The historic floods in recent years have been a stark reminder of the vulnerability of Pakistan’s communities, with millions affected, countless homes destroyed, and critical agricultural land devastated. The aftermath of such calamities has put an immense strain on Pakistan’s economy and its people, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities and pushing many into poverty.

Islamic Relief continues to support people across Pakistan to recover from the floods, including helping families to repair and rebuild homes, rehabilitating water systems, providing cash grants and setting up psychosocial support facilities.

This is where your donations will go towards: Supporting flood-affected families in Pakistan to rebuild their lives once again.

 
 

PACKAGE & INFORMATION

What will Islamic Relief cover with registration fees?

  • Transportation within Pakistan to/from airport in Islamabad 

  • 3 meals/day for duration of trip (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

  • 10 Nights Accommodation

  • Costs of all activities and tours listed below

  • Entrance fees for sites/parks 

What will YOU have to cover?

  • Transportation to/from Pakistan/Islamabad (Flight + Baggage expenses)

  • Selected meals on arrival/departure dates

  • Snacks outside of meals

  • Souvenir/Gift Shopping

  • Personal Expenses

  • Medical Expenses (travel insurance is required)

  • Trekking Equipment (boots, poles)

  • All other expenses outside of Islamic Relief Pakistan Trekking Challenge (extra tours, stays, transportation, meals)

Itinerary

  • Arrival in Islamabad

  • Check-in at the hotel (check-in time 12 PM)

  • Night stay in Islamabad 

  • Breakfast

  • Islamic Relief Pakistan activity (daytime)

  • Dinner at Monal restaurant

  • Night stay in Islamabad

  • Breakfast

  • 7-8 Hours Journey to Naran

  • Lunch

  • River Rafting in Naran

  • Night stay in Naran

  • Breakfast

  • Stop at Nanga Parbat view Point

  • Stop at Junction Point

  • 9 Hours journey drive to Skardu

  • Night stay in Skardu

  • Breakfast

  • Zipline Activity at Upper Kachura Lake

  • Stop at Satpara Lake

  • Visit of Bara Pani & Sheosar Lake

  • Night stay in Camps at Deosai Plains

  • Bonfire, Live BBQ

  • Breakfast

  • Stop at Cold Desert

  • Jeep Safari Activity

  • Reach Shigar Valley

  • Visit of Shigar Fort & Cherry Garden

  • Night stay in Shigar [Khoj Resort]

  • Breakfast

  • Departure for Raikot Bridge (6 Hours Drive)

  • Start our trek (4 hours difficulty medium)

  • Night stay at Fairy Meadows

  • Breakfast

  • Nanga Parbat Base Camp (4 Hours trek 1 side)

  • Full-day trekkin

  • Night stay at Fairy Meadows

  • Breakfast

  • 6 Hours’ drive back to Raikot Bridge

  • Night stay in Naran

  • Breakfast

  • Reach Islamabad in 8 hours

  • Night stay in Islamabad

Day 10: Departure
  • Breakfast

  • Drop at Airport           

*Please note that all activities are pre-planned, but may be subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

More Information

Eligibility Requirements for Sign-Up:

  • Age: Participants must be 18 years or older.

  • Physical Fitness: Individuals should be physically fit and capable of participating in physically demanding challenges.

  • Health Conditions: Participants should not have any serious medical or health conditions that could jeopardize their well-being, such as physical injuries, heart conditions, or pregnancy. It is advisable to consult with a doctor before signing up.

  • Fundraising Goal: All participants must raise 100% of their fundraising goal before the challenge begins.

Please note that all applicants will undergo a selection process to ensure that participants meet the specific requirements and criteria of the challenge. Selected participants will be notified and provided further instructions on how to proceed with their registration and preparation for the event.

Refund Policy

Refund requests for deposit payments will only be considered if vendor payments have not yet been finalized. Once vendor payments have been completed, deposit payments become non-refundable. Please note that this may occur as early as one month prior to the event or even earlier.

Questions?

Email us at [email protected] with any questions or for any further information. We’re here to support 9am to 5pm EST, Monday to Friday.