4,114M
LAND OF GIANTS
Deosai National Park
Wildflower meadows and rare wildlife across one of the world's highest plateaus.
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GILGIT–BALTISTAN · PAKISTAN
Experience Skardu — Gateway to the Mighty Karakorams
Explore emerald lakes, cold deserts, and ancient forts in Skardu, Baltistan.
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SKARDU VALLEY 2,228M
DEOSAI PLATEAU 4,114M
K2 SUMMIT 8,611M
01 — DESTINATIONS
Six landscapes, one valley Top Tour Places in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan
4,114M
2,500M
HEART-SHAPED LAKE
Shangrila & Upper Kachura Lake
Boat rides across crystal-clear water framed by pine-covered slopes.
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2,300M
HIGH-ALTITUDE DUNES
Sarfaranga Cold Desert
Golden sand dunes beside the Indus, best explored on a 4x4 jeep safari.
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2,438M
BALTI HERITAGE
Shigar Fort & Valley
A 400-year-old fort turned heritage hotel, at the mouth of Shigar Valley.
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2,560M
ROYAL RESIDENCE
Khaplu Palace & Chaqchan Mosque
A restored royal residence beside one of the region's oldest wooden mosques.
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8,611M
EXPEDITION GATEWAY
K2 Base Camp Trek Gateway
The starting point for treks to Concordia and the Baltoro Glacier.
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Curated routes through Baltistan Skardu Tour Packages and Gilgit-Baltistan Trip Prices
STANDARD · 5 DAYS
5-Day Skardu Explorer
Shangrila, Kachura, Katpana, Shigar.
PRICE ON REQUEST — QUOTED IN PKR
LUXURY · 7 DAYS
7-Day Complete Baltistan Experience
Deosai, Khaplu Palace, Manthoka Waterfall.
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EXPEDITION · 12 DAYS
12-Day K2 Base Camp Trek
Full guided trek with local staff & permits.
PRICE ON REQUEST — QUOTED IN PKR
JEEP SAFARI · 1 DAY
Sarfaranga Jeep Safari Day Trip
Full-day 4x4 run across the cold desert dunes.
PRICE ON REQUEST — QUOTED IN PKR
HONEYMOON · 6 DAYS
Skardu Honeymoon Escape
Romantic route through Shangrila and Shigar Valley.
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TREK · 3 DAYS
3-Day Deosai Short Trek
A gentler guided trek across the Deosai Plateau.
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03 — ITINERARY
The 7-day route, day by day 7-Day Complete Baltistan Experience Itinerary
01
ARRIVAL
Islamabad → Skardu
Fly over Nanga Parbat into Skardu, transfer to hotel, evening at leisure.
02
LAKES
Shangrila & Upper Kachura Lake
Boat ride on the heart-shaped lake, sunset at the resort viewpoint.
03
PLATEAU
Deosai National Park
Full-day jeep crossing of the plateau, wildlife and wildflower spotting.
04
WATERFALL
Manthoka Waterfall
Drive to Kharmang, picnic at the falls, return via the Indus route.
05
PALACE
Khaplu Palace & Chaqchan Mosque
Tour the restored royal residence and the region's oldest wooden mosque.
06
HERITAGE
Shigar Fort & Valley
Walk the orchards and heritage streets, lunch at the fort-hotel.
07
DEPARTURE
Skardu → Islamabad
Morning free for souvenirs, transfer to the airport for departure flight.
04 — GALLERY
Baltistan, frame by frame Skardu Gilgit-Baltistan Photo Gallery
05 — FAQ
Before you pack Skardu Travel Frequently Asked Questions
The best time to visit Skardu is from May to October, when roads to Deosai and the upper valleys are open and the weather is mild.
Yes, PIA flights to Skardu are weather-contingent and can be delayed or rerouted through Islamabad depending on visibility over the Karakoram range.
Yes, a 4x4 jeep is necessary for Deosai & remote valleys, where unpaved and high-altitude terrain requires proper ground clearance.
A minimum of 5 days covers Skardu's core sights like Shangrila and Shigar Fort. 7 days or more lets you add Deosai National Park and Khaplu Palace at a relaxed pace.
Yes, Skardu is one of the safer and most tourist-friendly regions in Pakistan, with an established travel infrastructure and welcoming local community.
International visitors need a valid Pakistani visa. No special permit is required for Skardu city or Deosai, though a few areas near the border may need a No Objection Certificate (NOC), which we can help arrange.
06 — CONTACT
Start planning your trip Contact Skardu Travel for Gilgit-Baltistan Tour Enquiries
OFFICE
Yadgar Chowk Road, Skardu City,Gilgit-Baltistan 16100, Pakistan
PHONE
+92-355-5224424