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5 hikes in Asia that you should put on your list for 2024, from fairy meadows to high mountain passes

  • From fairy meadows to high mountain passes, this is a list of treks we think should be on your radar for 2024

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A hiker stops to take in the view of Nangar Parbat. Photo: Shutterstock Images

Any list of the best hikes in Asia includes the obvious references to Everest, Bhutan and a variety of Nepal treks all listed as “must-do” walks.

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That means people occasionally miss out on some incredible experiences elsewhere in the region.

So, from the awe-inspiring to the downright daunting, here are five treks that should be on your radar.

Fairy Meadows and Nanga Parbat Base Camp, Pakistan

At 8,126 metres, Nanga Parbat is the ninth highest mountain in the world, and the trek to the nearby Fairy Meadows and on to Nanga Parbat Base Camp is a great and accessible journey.

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From lush green valleys and flowery meadows to glaciers, and ultimately the imposing sight of Nanga Parbat itself, this is a stunning trail.

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