Fairy Meadows of Pakistan is famous for its beautiful, lush green plateaus and the world’s ninth biggest mountain, Nanga Parbat (the Killer Mountain). It is located in Diamer District of Gilgit-Baltistan region, Pakistan. The place was named Fairy Meadows in 1953 by an Australian climber Hermann Bhul due to its mesmerizing beauty. Fairy Meadows is also called “Heaven on Earth” due to its matchless beauty. At an altitude of about 3,300 meters above the sea level, it serves as the launching point for trekkers summiting on the Rakhiot face of the Nanga Parbat. In 1995, the Government of Pakistan declared Fairy Meadows a National Park.
Explore the Incredible Fairy Meadows of Pakistan
Fairy Meadows Overview
Spend a night camping or stay in traditionally constructed wooden cottage here with a breathtaking view of the mighty Nanga Parbat’s North Face. It is a very unique and wonderful experience. and is more amazing if the sky is clear and night is full moon. The cool moonlight reflecting from the gigantic, majestic icy peak shows the real meaning of nature’s beauty and peace.
How to Reach?
The first stop near Fairy Meadows is Raikot Bridge. It is located at an altitude of 4595 feet (1400 meters) above sea level and about 540 kilometers (336 miles) from Islamabad (the capital of Pakistan), when coming through Karakoram Highway. Driving on the highway, you may even see some amazing truck art!
From Raikot Bridge you can hire a local jeep to reach Tatoo Village at an altitude of 9515 feet (2900 meters) above sea level. It will take about half and hour of exciting journey to reach Tatoo Village.
Onwards from Tattu, the route becomes too narrow for a jeep to travel, but is not very difficult for trekking. After two to three hours of trekking (depending on your fitness level) you’ll reach Fairy Meadows.
Where to stay?
There are several hotels and tourist lodges are available to facilitate tourists in Fairy Meadows. Most of them of are available at very reasonable prices. A few are little expensive. Many tourists like to stay in camps on grassy places.
When to visit?
The best time to visit Fairy Meadows in Pakistan is between end of June and middle of August. The place becomes inaccessible in winter due to heavy snowfall.
Mehvi Awan
Mehvi has found words as her most prominent strength. A writer by heart has impressed many by her words woven beautifully to express the beauty of travelling in Pakistan and experiencing it’s culture. This patriotic soul urges her readers to feel that Pakistan is much safer, beautiful and has much more to offer than what it’s being portrayed in world media. For Mehvi, Love is the intrinsic ingredient of all her writings. Love can be for nation, people, emotions, anyone and everyone. As she believes that love can cure all. She marvelously uses her words to create love.
very informative article..and i really cant wait go here..its really amazing places with amazing view..i hope i can be here someday?
Hi Mehwish,This is very informative & interesting article u wrote.
It is probably a pity that every citizen of each state cannot visit all the others, to see the differences, to learn what we have in common, and come back with a richer, fuller understanding of Pakistan – in all its beauty, in all its dignity, in all its strength, in support of moral principles.
Keep it up u are doing great work❤
Hi Mehwish, this one is another Informative and Interesting article explained precisely and Beautifully ?
You are doing a great service to Pakistan and the world prompting these Magical and Breathtaking places.
This whole region is my personal favourite.
May God bless you always ?
Really lovely place to visit. Hope one day can visit for the camping in that place.
This seems to be a mountain adventurer’s dream, offering hiking in an amazing landscape. I love the way you described this beautiful natural site and I’m waiting for more articles from you.
Absolutely Amazing Mehvi definitely would love to explore Fairy Meadows soon I’m sure foreginers are also getting more enthusiastic to visit Pakistan after reading this massive piece I’m just loving the way you are promoting Pakistan’s toursim in your articles there is always something new to know about this beautiful country Keep it up ! ❤️
Wow. I can almost feel myself there. Great words and easy to gather points provided.
What an enchanting place this must be! Thank you for your excellent & inviting article; you have given me another place to dream of seeing!!!
This area sounds so dreamy! I will definitely have to visit it some day.
Very convincing ? I shall definitely visit! ❤️Keep up the good work – beautifully put up!
These photos are stunning!
Best way how to travel in Pakistan
Thanks ❤️❤️
I’ve always been fascinated about Nanga Parbat. Not just its quite a unique name but quite a thrilling history always attracts me. I’ve been to mountains of Asia and this has always been in my list. Really thanks to author for giving some very crucial details very beautifully, makes me closer to my dream come true. Great work 🙂
Hi Mehvi,
No Doubt this place is amazing and its a heaven on earth we can say that God gifted us with such a beautiful place. Appreciate you on highlighting this beautiful place people are now visiting and enjoying this place.