Overview
The Karakoram Hunza Skardu Tour is specially designed for the foreigner who wishes to see the beauty of culture along with the breathtaking locations. Karakoram Hunza Skardu Tour covers all the major parts of Gilgit- Baltistan as the name mention. Moreover, the tour plan is consist of 17 days in which we shall explore all the adjacent areas of Gilgit along with the Hunza and most importantly, Skardu, the extreme north and superb region of northern Pakistan.
GilgitBaltistan is, perhaps, the most spectacular region of Pakistan in terms of its geography and scenic beauty. Here world’s three mightiest mountain ranges: the Karakoram, the Handukuch and the Himalayas – meet. The whole of GilgitBaltistan is like a paradise for mountaineers, trekkers and anglers. The region has a rich cultural heritage and variety of rare fauna and flora. Historically, the area ha remained a flash point of political and military rivalries amongst the Russian, British and Chinese empires. Immediately after the end of British rule in the sub-continent in 1947, the people of this region decided to join Pakistan through a popular local revolt against the government of Maharaja of Kashmir.
Five out of the fourteen mountain peaks with height of over 8000 meters including the K-2 (world’s second heights peak) and some of the largest glaciers outside polar regions are located in GilgitBaltistan. Acknowledging the vast potential of tourism and its effects on downstream industries, the Government of Pakistan as well as the GilgitBaltistan Administration are focusing on tourism for increasing the number of tourist to these area.
Beautiful landscape, unique cultural heritage and rich biological diversity given the GilgitBaltistan a competitive advantage in attracting tourists from all over the world.
Included/Excluded
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The travel and tour package includes a flight from Islamabad to Skardu and back. There is a Jeep drive from Skardu to Askoli and return, with porters or mules to carry luggage where the jeep cannot reach. Pick-up and drop-off services from the airport to the hotel and vice versa are provided. Participants will enjoy a 3-night stay at hotel in Islamabad with bed and breakfast included. The expedition includes the royalty and permit from the Pakistan Government, maps for trekking and climbing, and porters carrying up to 20 kg of personal baggage. Climbers are provided with three meals a day and comfortable accommodation in a hotel, lodge, or tents. At the base camp, each individual gets a mattress and pillow, along with facilities like a dining tent, kitchen tent, communication tent, toilet, staff tent, tent for Pakistani base camp staff, store tents, tables, chairs, and all necessary cooking gear. Twin-sharing tents for members, experienced and well-trained cook and kitchen helpers, a heating system in the dining tent and other necessary tents, a solar panel/electricity generator, medical and first aid kit, and a professional and experienced tour guide are also included. Additionally, all taxes and fees required for necessary tools, as well as a farewell dinner, are covered.
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The services do not cover airfare for international flights or the Pakistan visa fee. Personal climbing equipment like sleeping bags and oxygen masks are not provided, nor are minibars during hotel stays or travels. Distinct items for individuals, such as single occupancy rooms, may incur extra charges. Group climbing gear, including ropes, ice screws, snow bars, EPI gas, cooking pots, and others, is also excluded. An insurance policy for mountain climbing rescue and evacuation, which is mandatory, is not included. Lodging and meals after the base camp, as well as meals in Islamabad other than breakfast, are not covered. Any costs arising from the necessity of an early conclusion or summit attempt, such as additional hotel nights, hotel meals, and evacuation expenses, must be borne by the participants. Costs resulting from unforeseeable delays beyond the company’s control (Force majeure) are not included. Finally, personal communication expenses like phone, fax, or email from Pakistan to the home country are not covered.
Tour Plan
Day 01
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Activities |
Accommodation |
| 1 |
Islamabad- sightseeing |
Hotel in Islamabad |
Day 02
| Day |
Activities |
Accommodation |
| 2 |
Fly to Skardu. (Subject to weather conditions) an impressive 50 minutes fly over Babusar pass and mighty Nanga Parbat (8125m). Transfer to hotel Shangri-La. |
Hotel |
Day 03
| Day |
Activities |
Accommodation |
| 3 |
Drive to Shigar valley, the gateway to Baltoro glacier. Visit the 16th century old mosque and lacal tibeten style old houses and village. After lunch drive back to Skardu. |
Overnight at Shangri-La Resort |
Day 04
| Day |
Activities |
Accommodation |
| 4 |
Drive to Khaplu a beautiful town at the bank of River Indus. Visit the old Fort and Mosque built by the Tibetan Architect style overnight at Khaplu or Return to Skardu hotel |
Hotel in Skardu |
Day 05
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Activities |
Accommodation |
| 5 |
Full day Excursion to Deosai National Park to explore the endangered wild life species. Meals and overnight Astore hotel. |
Hotel in Astore |
Day 06
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Activities |
Accommodation |
| 06 |
Drive to Tarishing via Chachor Pass. Visit the Sheosor Lake there are different kind of birds species in this lake and a magnificent views of Nanga Parbat. After a brief visit continue drive to Tarishing, a village at the foot of south side of Nanga parbat is surrounded by high peaks and gives views on the valley. Meals and overnight at local Sarai |
Overnight at local Sarai |
Days 07
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Activities |
Accommodation |
| 07 |
Drive to Rama Lake a beautiful resort situated in thick pine forest. After lunch drive to Rama lake and local shaped huts. Meals and overnight at PTDC Rama. |
PTDC Rama |
Day 8
| Day |
Activities |
Accommodation |
| 08 |
| Drive to Gilgit by the Astor gorge and at Thalichi the road joins KKH. A magnificent view of Nanga Parbat appear the immaculate summit of the Killer Mountain. Overnight at Riveria Hotel |
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Riveria Hotel |
Day 9
| Day |
Activities |
Accommodation |
| 9 |
Drive to Karimabad. Perched on the bank of the Hunza River the town is shadowed by Ultar, Lady Finger and Rakaposhi peaks. On way stop to admire the view on Rakaposhi (7788m). Visit the Baltit and Altit Forts. After noon drive to Duikar view point for sun set photography of many countless peaks above 7000 m in Karakoram and enjoy the bird’s eye view of Hunza and Nagar valleys. Overnight at hotel |
Hotel |
Day 10
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Activities |
Accommodation |
| 10 |
Day Excursion to Hoper village at Nagar valley dominated by Rakaposhi Peak (7788m). Views on Malubiting (7266m), and Diran peaks. Overnight at Hilltop Hotel. |
Hilltop Hotel |
Day 11
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Activities |
Accommodation |
| 11 |
Drive to Gilgit an important market place on the Silk Road. Visit the Buddha carved in rock at Kharga and exploration of the town. Many shops show the precious stones, which are found in all the area. Overnight at Riveria Hotel. |
Riveria Hotel |
Day 12
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Accommodation |
| 12 |
Early morning drive to Raikot Bridge and walk on the narrow gorge of the Raikot valley jeep road up to Tato village which has damaged by the earth quake last year takes 5-6 hours to Tato village. another 3 hours walk leads to Fairy Meadow. Overnight at green land hotel |
Green Land Hotel |
Day 13
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Accommodation |
| 13 |
Trek back to Raikot Bridge. Drive to Chilas. Visit Rock carving at Thalapen famous for the petroglyphes. Overnight at Shangri-La Chilas |
Shangri-La Chilas |
Day 14
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| 14 |
Drive to again on KKH towards Islamabad travelling almost 12-13 hours |
Day 15
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| 15 |
Transfer to airport for your onward journey. Assistance at departure and bon voyage. |
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