Dushanbe, Tajikistan
$5500 AUD
July 16-31 2027 (16 days)
Challenging
Group: Max 10
Eastern pamirs, tajikistan
An expedition on a vast scale, by road and on foot, into the remote mountains of Tajikistan. Our journey begins along the Pamir Highway, where days on the road carry us through deep valleys and mountain villages towards the high plateaus of the Eastern Pamirs. From here, we shoulder our packs for a high-altitude traverse through broad alpine valleys and over mountain passes, where we may walk for days without encountering anyone beyond our own group. We settle into the daily rhythm of walking, cooking and camping, far from roads and with the mountains setting the pace.
Price: 5500 AUD / 2850 GBP / 3750 USD
Dates: 16-31 July 2027 (16 days)
Accommodation: Tents, homestays + hotels
Highlights
Travel the Pamir Highway, one of the world’s great road journeys and an expedition in its own right
Stay in Pamiri homestays, soak in hot springs and spend time in mountain communities along the road, gaining insight into the region’s cultures and daily life
Traverse remote alpine valleys and high mountain passes on a continuous trek through the Pamirs
Walk for days with the possibility of encountering nobody beyond our own expedition team
Camp beside high-altitude lakes and beneath snow-covered peaks, settling into the rhythm of walking, cooking and living in the mountains
Explore Dushanbe, Tajikistan’s capital, taking in its markets, distinctive architecture and layers of history
Share the challenges, decisions and experiences of expedition life in a small group, supported by local knowledge and experienced leadership
A journey along the Pamir Highway and into the remote, high-altitude wilderness of the Eastern Pamirs.
Itinerary
Day 1 / July 16th: Arrival in Dushanbe
Arrival day. Settle into the hotel, meet the group, grab some dinner.
Day 2 / July 17th: Dushanbe Acclimatisation & Preparation Day
A full day in Dushanbe for last-minute gear needs, city exploring, and easing out the jet lag. We’ll also do our trip briefing, gear check and food packing.
Day 3 / July 18th: Dushanbe → Qal’ai Khumb (1,250 m)
Around 7 hours by private vehicle. Our road journey begins, travelling through Danghara and Kulob towards the Pamirs. Overnight in a guesthouse.
Day 4 / July 19th: Qal’ai Khumb → Khorog (2,100 m)
Around 7 hours following the Panj River, with Afghanistan across the water. We reach Khorog, the regional capital, in the late afternoon. Overnight in a guesthouse.
Day 5 / July 20th: Khorog → Ishkoshim (2,500 m)
Around 4 hours driving as we head towards the Wakhan Valley. The road journey unfolds through mountain villages, with time for stops along the way. Overnight in a homestay.
Day 6 / July 21st: Ishkoshim → Langar (2,800 m)
Around 4 hours driving through the Wakhan Valley, allowing time to visit local sites, hot springs and villages along the route. The first of two nights in a Langar homestay.
Day 7 / July 22nd: Acclimatisation Day → Engels Meadows
A full-day return hike from Langar towards the stunning Engels Meadows. A chance to stretch our legs, gain altitude and return to the same homestay as we prepare for the higher terrain ahead.
Day 8 / July 23rd: Langar → Bulunkul (3,750 m)
Around 5 hours driving via Khargush Pass. The valleys give way to the broad, sparsely populated plateaus of the Eastern Pamirs. Overnight in a Bulunkul homestay.
Day 9 / July 24th: Yashilkul → Chapdarkul Valley (4,000 m)
Approximately 14 km trekking after a short drive along Yashilkul. We leave the vehicles behind and climb into the valley leading towards Chapdarkul, following the river to our first remote camp.
Day 10 / July 25th: Chapdarkul → High Camp (4,450 m)
Approximately 13 km. We climb to Chapdarkul Lake at around 4,500 m before continuing north through another valley. Tonight is our highest camp, with cold temperatures and a remote mountain setting.
Day 11 / July 26th: Uchkul → Langar Valley (4,200 m)
Approximately 17 km. A gentle descent leads into a chain of mountain lakes before we turn upstream into the Langar Valley. Camp beside one of the valley’s lakes on the approach to Zarojkul.
Day 12 / July 27th: Zarojkul → Tsaxinkul (4,300 m)
Approximately 14 km. We ascend past smaller lakes to Zarojkul, then cross the trek’s highest point at around 4,600 m. A gradual descent brings us to our lakeside camp at Tsaxinkul.
Day 13 / July 28th: Tsaxinkul → Andaravadzh Valley (3,700 m)
Approximately 12 km. We descend through the Andaravadzh River valley, passing hot springs along the way. Our final night under canvas is spent beside the river.
Day 14 / July 29th: Andaravadzh Valley → Bachor (3,300 m)
Approximately 18 km. We follow the valley down towards the Gunt River and the village of Bachor, completing our six-day traverse. Overnight in a homestay.
Day 15 / July 30th: Bachor → Qal’ai Khumb (1,250 m)
Around 10 hours driving. An early departure begins our return along the Pamir Highway, retracing the river valleys towards Qal’ai Khumb. Overnight in a guesthouse.
Day 16 / July 31st: Qal’ai Khumb → Dushanbe
Around 7–8 hours driving, arriving in Dushanbe in the evening. Back in the capital after two weeks on the road and in the mountains. The expedition finishes on arrival in Dushanbe this evening. Please arrange your own accommodation for tonight and any additional nights before your onward flight.
What’s Included:
Two nights hotel accommodation in Dushanbe on arrival, with breakfast
Guesthouse and homestay accommodation during the road journey
All meals between departure from Dushanbe on Day 3 until our return on Day 16, including trekking snacks
All expedition transport from Dushanbe through the Pamirs and back, in private vehicles with local drivers
Group gear including tents, cooking equipment and fuel
Local guide and translation support
Donkey support and teamsters for transporting expedition supplies during the trek
Mountain Immersive expedition leadership and facilitation
Group first aid equipment and satellite communications
Trekking permits and GBAO permit
A piece of Mountain Immersive gear to take home
Pre-departure information, gear guidance and preparation support
Not Included:
International flights
Airport transfers
Tajikistan visa fees, where applicable
Travel insurance covering trekking to 4,600 m, emergency evacuation and repatriation (required)
Personal trekking equipment, as per the gear list
Lunches and dinners in Dushanbe before the expedition departs
Accommodation and meals after our return to Dushanbe, including the night of 31 July
Tips for the local team
Personal spending, additional drinks and snacks, and alcohol
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