Skardu Tour Packages
Skardu Valley has been the center of attention for many tourists in Pakistan and around the world because of its immense and enormous beauty, which makes one wonder how tiny human beings are compared to God’s divine creations. We have designed some well-researched and planned Skardu Tour Packages 2024 for you to enjoy a stress-free, luxurious, and adventurous experience.
Customized Skardu Pakistan Tour Packages 2024
Skardu Tour Packages By Air
We can directly land in Skardu City from Lahore, Islamabad, or Karachi by using Skardu Tour By Air. Some international flights are also available for Skardu. Pakistan International Airlines offers direct flights from Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi to Skardu. Recently, Skardu has opened its gates for international flights. It has given a significant boost to international tourism in Pakistan.
This air travel to Skardu has so much to offer. The highlights of this trip are the aerial view of sky-scrapping Nanga Parbat, Babusar Top, Saif-ul-Malook Lake, Fairy Meadows, and the view of the mighty Indus River. This air travel to Skardu takes 45 minutes to 1 hour only, and you can spend more time at your desired destinations in Skardu or Hunza Valleys.
We at NatureHikePakistan.pk offer Skardu by Air ticket bookings and Skardu Tours by Air. You can select from the Skardu by Air Tour Packages given above.
Public Skardu Pakistan Tour Packages 2024
Client Category of Customized Skardu Pakistan Tours:
- Skardu Couple / Honeymoon Tour Packages are designed to help the newlyweds cherish the new life together with all the luxury and solitude, surrounded by the beautiful nature.
- Skardu Family Tour Packages are designed to ensure a fun, luxurious, and secure environment for your loved ones to intensify the blood bond and acquire memories for a lifetime.
- Skardu Students / Friends Group Tour Packages are designed to have all the fun, engaging activities and games for laughing together, dancing together, and, more importantly, exploring the adventurous destinations together without the hassle of planning all the bits of the tour. You only have to decide what to pack for that memorable tour with your besties.
- Skardu Corporate Groups Tour Packages are designed to create an environment for the employees to develop a closer connection with each other, enhance their potential for team building, and entertain themselves with nature outside their usual office environment.
We have
- Skardu Tours Packages from Lahore
- Skardu Tours Packages from Karachi
- Skardu Tours Packages from Islamabad
You can also customize these tours from other cities in Pakistan.
Skardu is a big city in the Gilgit-Balitistan province of Pakistan. Several beautiful valleys, historical locations, lakes, mountain passes, waterfalls, and glaciers in Skardu Valley are visited from the city of Skardu. Some famous tourist places to visit in Skardu Valley are:
Skardu City
Skardu City, the capital of Skardu District, is located in Gilgit Baltistan province of Pakistan. Skardu was an ancient city with traces of Tibetan, Maqpon, Dogra, Mughal, and British rule until it fell into the democratic land of Pakistan. Skardu is located where the Shigar River falls in the mighty Indus River. It is a famous tourist destination in Pakistan. Millions of local and international tourists turn to Skardu annually.
Skardu International Airport
Skardu Airport is located in Skardu city. It is one of the most scenic airports in the world. You will fall in love with Skardu as soon as you get the first glance of it. Skardu offers domestic and international flights for the tourists. Direct domestic flights from Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad are operational, and direct international flights from Dubai are available. It is excellent news for the readers that you can directly land in the Skardu. Right now, AirBlue and Pakistan International Airlines offer flights to Skardu.
Masroor Rock Hussainabad
Masroor Rock recently gained interest due to its unique formation and view of the Skardu Valley from the top. It was discovered by the local photographers when they were exploring the Hussainabad Village for some good shots. Masroor Rock is located in the Hussainabad village of Skardu. It takes almost 3 to 4 hours from Hussainabad to the rock. It is a steep, challenging track, but the view up there is one to die for. You will also encounter Hussainabad Waterfall on the way to the rock, like an oasis in the desert.
Manthal Buddha Rock Carving
Several Buddhist rock carvings around Gilgit Baltistan indicate Buddhism’s presence in the region. One such rock carving is the Manthal Budha Rock. It earned this name due to its location in the Manthal Village. It is almost 3 km from the Skardu City. In old times, the worshipers or devotees carved a huge Budha on a granite rock. It is a holy place for the Buddhists and a popular tourist destination.
Skardu Highway (JSR)
Jaglot-Skardu Road or Skardu Highway (also S-1 Highway) provides the link between Karakoram Highway and Skardu. It is a 167 km long highway, which starts from the Jaglot town on KKH till the Skardu City. This highway faces numerous landslides and gets blocked for clearance and renovation. This highway holds enormous significance for tourism in the region. It is also essential to the locals as they use it to supply goods to the people of Skardu and surrounding areas.Deosai Plains
Deosai Plains Deosai is a massive mountainous area in Skardu. It is the second-highest plateau in the world. The word Deosai means “The Land of Giants” because of the monstrosity it offers. Deosai connects Skardu with Astore through Deosai Road. You can also access Deosai from Astore’s side through Chillam Chowki. It remains closed from November till May due to snow. There are several camping and glamping sites in Deosai. This giant land is home to the Himalayan Brown Bears, Siberian ibex, Snow Leopard, Kashmir Musk Deer, Himalayan wolf, Himalayan Marmot, Trout Fish, and over 124 types of resident and migratory birds. Sheosar Lake, Talkhumbo Lake and a few other lakes are on the premises of Deosai. Kala Pani and Bara Pani are two major river cossings in Deosai.
Khunjerab Pass
Khunjerab Pass is a mountain pass located on the Karakoram Highway. This pass is at the border between Pakistan and China in the Gilgit Baltistan province of Pakistan. It is the highest-paved international crossing at an elevation of 4693 meters. It is also the highest point on KKH. Khunjerab Pass also has the highest ATM in the world. It connects Cina’s Xinjiang province with Gilgit Baltistan. This border is used for trade, travel, and tourism purposes. Being at a high elevation, it receives a significant amount of snowfall, making it inaccessible during winter. Khunjerab Pass is included in the Khunjerab National Park. This National Park starts from Sost Town and goes to the border. During summer, if you are lucky enough, you can witness wild Yaks, Himalayan Markhor, and Ibex.
Hussaini Suspension Bridge
Hussaini Suspension Bridge has been used to connect Hussaini Village in Hunza Valley with the Karakoram Highway for centuries. It crosses over the Hunza River. This bridge is almost 500 feet long, spreading over the river like a long, thin rope. This bridge is famous for its perilous pathway, as the gaps between each plank of wood used to put our feet on are too much that it almost gives mini heart attacks while crossing it. This bridge was recently renovated, but the gap between the bridge’s planks of wood is still the same. If you are an adventure tourist, you must visit this once in a lifetime.
Karimabad Bazar Hunza
Karimabad Bazar Hunza is the gem in Karimabad town of Hunza Valley. It is undoubtedly the best tourist destination in Hunza Valley if you want to meet locals, enjoy their local food, witness their culture through their artifacts, or to buy any souvenirs. In Karimabad Bazaar, the local shops sell antique and handmade artifacts, dry fruits, traditional dresses, shawls, handbags, shoes, and rare and expensive gems. You will also bump into local restaurants serving traditional, desi, and continental food. If you need a detailed guide on the restaurants in Hunza serving local food, visit Must-Visit Cafes & Restaurants in Hunza. You will also meet lovely locals greeting you with their huge smiles. A trip to Hunza is incomplete without a visit to Karimabad Bazar.
Passu Cones
Passu Cones are famous for their unique pointed and conical structure, also known as Tupopdan or Passu Cathedral. Passu cones are 6106 meters high. Passu Village is located in the foothills of Passu Cones on the Karakoram Highway, offering a panoramic view of these mountains. Passu Village is one of the most popular destinations in Hunza Valley for domestic and international tourists. This place is relatively peaceful as compared to Karimabad or Aliabad.
Passu Glacier
Passu Glacier is located south of the Passu Cones. This glacier can be seen from the Karakoram Highway while going towards the Passu Village. Passu Peak is situated at the back of this glacier. It is almost 0.5 km long, spread over 1.5 sq km, and joins the Batura Glacier. One can reach the glacier from Borith Lake, starting from the zero point. It takes almost 1 to 2 hours to get to the glacier using a steep track.
Batura glacier
Batura Glacier is the neighboring glacier of Passu Glacier. Batura Glacier is the longest and largest glacier outside the polar regions and the 3rd largest glacier in Pakistan. It is almost 57 km long. This glacier is located at the foothills of Batura and Passu Peaks,
THINS TO DO IN HUNZA VALLEY
FAQ's
It is located in the Gilgit Baltistan province of Pakistan. Hunza is one of the 14 districts of GB, neighboring Ghizer, Shigar, and Nagar districts.
Hunza Valley is accessible throughout the year, and the best time to visit Hunza Valley is from May to October, during the summer and autumn seasons. Tourists also turn to this valley in the Cherry Blossom season, which starts from March till April.
There are many trekking routes in Hunza Valley, including the popular Rakaposhi Base Camp trek, Passu Glacier trek, Batura Glacier trek, Ultar Sar Base Camp trek, Shimshal Pass trek, Diren Peak Basecamp, Golden Peak Base Camp, Rush Lake trek with surrounding glaciers, and many other destinations.
There are several historical sites in Hunza Valley, including Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, Duikar, Karimabad town, old Ganish Village, Ondra Poygah, and many more.
Many annual festivals are celebrated in the valley. Some are the Nouroz festival, the Gojal Music Festival, and the Ginani festival.
Yes, Hunza Valley is completely safe to travel solo and with groups. It is always advised to research before traveling for the first time.
You can travel by road from Islamabad via the Karakoram Highway or Naran-Babusar road or by air through the Gilgit Airport. You can also join our weekly tours to Hunza Valley, which is quite economical and hassle-free, or customize your trips with us.