Skardu, Shigar Palace & Deosai Safari
Heritage royal palace stays, Cold Desert sand dunes, and 4x4 safaris across the Deosai Plains.
Direct Askole supply chain. No middle agency markups.
Witness the northern valleys ablaze with vibrant gold, amber, and crimson foliage. Experience ancient 900-year-old Baltit and Altit forts, walk the high suspension bridges of Passu, cruise on turquoise Attabad Lake, and interact with the warm community of Central Hunza.
Detailed stages from Islamabad briefing to the high camps and return.
Welcome reception and visit to Faisal Mosque and Lok Virsa.
Scenic journey along the legendary Silk Route.
Drive past the junction of three mountain ranges to Karimabad. Sunset over Rakaposhi.
Guided exploration of UNESCO-restored royal forts and traditional water channels.
Boat cruise on turquoise Attabad Lake and walk near the Cathedral Passu Cones.
Day drive to the highest paved international border crossing in the world.
Visit the active black gravel glacier in neighboring Nagar valley.
Visit Kargah Buddha rock carving and vibrant Gilgit mountain bazaar.
Scenic return drive or flight to the federal capital.
Transfer to Islamabad Airport for onward flight.
Essential high altitude gear for Karakoram conditions. Porters carry your main duffel bag up to 20kg.
Detailed gear recommendations are provided upon booking confirmation.
Trailhead & Key Waypoints: Islamabad, Gilgit, Karimabad, Altit, Attabad Lake, Passu, Gulmit
All expeditions depart from Skardu and proceed through Shigar Valley to the Askole village trailhead before traversing the Baltoro Glacier.
Open Satellite View on Google MapsHigh altitude permits and domestic flight reservations are secured months in advance. Contact our Skardu expedition director to confirm your departure window.
Heritage royal palace stays, Cold Desert sand dunes, and 4x4 safaris across the Deosai Plains.
Direct supply chain from Skardu to Askole village. No middle agencies, 100% native Karakoram mountain staff, fair porter treatment, and thirty years of glacier route leadership.