7-Day Baltistan Escape: Kaghan, Skardu & Deosai
7-Day Baltistan Escape: Kaghan, Skardu & Deosai
About this tour
Starts in Islamabad
Pickup included from anywhere in Islamabad
7 days
For ages 18 to 60
Best suited for the specified ages
Guided in English
Led by experienced local guides
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A 7-day private honeymoon road journey from Islamabad deep into Baltistan and back, covering the Kaghan Valley, Babusar Top, Skardu, Shigar Valley and Deosai National Park. The route goes in via Naran...
Places covered
Highlights
Kaghan Valley scenic road journey on both outbound and return trip- Lulusar Lake and Babusar Top (4,173m) crossing
- Three Mountain Ranges convergence point and Nanga Parbat Viewpoint
- Upper Kachura Lake with boat ride included
- Shigar Fort, a 420-year-old royal heritage landmark
- Sarfaranga Cold Desert (White Desert) and Blind Lake
- Full day in Deosai National Park by 4x4 Prado Jeep
- Katpana Cold Desert, one of the highest cold deserts in the world
What's Included
Private transport in Toyota or Honda car throughout4x4 Prado Jeep for Deosai National Park and Sheosar LakeExperienced driver with fuel and all road tolls coveredHotel accommodation on twin or double sharing basisDaily breakfastComplimentary water bottles during travelFort entry tickets and guided tour of Shigar FortBoating charges at Upper Kachura LakeItinerary
Pickup from Islamabad at 8:00 AM. Scenic drive through the lush Kaghan Valley with refreshment stops and a lunch break en route. Arrive in the evening and explore Naran Bazaar. Overnight stay in Naran or Chilas depending on the month of travel.
Breakfast at 8:00 AM. Drive towards Skardu with stops at Lulusar Lake and Babusar Top (4,173m). Photo stop at the Three Mountain Ranges convergence point and the Nanga Parbat Viewpoint. Continue along the Indus River into Skardu. Arrive and check in. Overnight stay in Skardu.
Breakfast at 8:00 AM. Visit Upper Kachura Lake and enjoy a boat ride on the water. Explore the scenic Souq Valley. Drive to Shigar Valley and visit Shigar Fort, a 420-year-old royal heritage landmark. See the Sarfaranga Cold Desert (White Desert) and Blind Lake. Overnight stay in Skardu or Shigar.
Breakfast at 8:00 AM. Full-day excursion to Deosai National Park by 4x4 Prado Jeep — the second-highest plateau on Earth at over 4,000m. Stop at Bara Pani on the way. Visit Sheosar Lake, one of the highest lakes in Pakistan, set within vast open plains that are home to the Himalayan brown bear. Return to Skardu in the evening.
Breakfast at 8:00 AM. Visit a traditional organic village for a genuine local cultural experience. Explore the Katpana Cold Desert — one of the highest cold deserts in the world. Free time for shopping in Skardu Bazaar. Optional excursions on this day to Manthokha Waterfall or Khaplu Valley can be arranged on request.
Breakfast at 8:00 AM. Return journey towards Naran via Babusar Pass, subject to weather conditions. Short scenic stops along the way. Arrive in Naran and check in. Overnight stay in Naran.
Breakfast at 8:00 AM. Depart for Islamabad. Arrive and drop off. Tour ends.
Helpful answers
The overnight location on Days 1 and 6 depends on the month of travel and whether Babusar Pass is open. When the pass is open, the group stays in Naran. When it is not yet accessible, Chilas on the KKH is used instead.
Yes. A 4x4 Prado Jeep for the Deosai National Park and Sheosar Lake excursion on Day 4 is included in the package.
Manthokha Waterfall in Kharmang Valley and Khaplu Valley are both available as optional additions on Day 5. These are not included in the base price and should be arranged with the operator before travel.
What to know
- Pickup and drop-off only from Islamabad
- Overnight stops may vary between Naran or Chilas based on Babusar Pass conditions
- Babusar Pass is seasonal and weather-dependent
- Deosai National Park sits above 4,000m - mild altitude discomfort possible
- 4x4 Prado Jeep included for Deosai, private sedan for other transport
- Optional excursions not included in base price
- Multiple hotel categories available
- Mobile network can be weak in Deosai and parts of Shigar
- Travellers with severe altitude sensitivity: Deosai exceeds 4,000m
- Those with rigid schedules: Babusar Pass is seasonal
- Travellers departing from Lahore: package departs from Islamabad only
- Original CNIC (mandatory)
- Warm jacket, thermals and layers for high altitude areas
- Comfortable walking shoes for fort visits
- Sunglasses, hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- Personal medications
- Sufficient cash for meals and personal expenses
- Camera and power bank
- Refillable water bottle
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1 Adults