The cold deserts of Katpana offer unique experiences found nowhere else. Activities such as paramotoring, jeep safaris, and more are available at Katpana Cold Desert. The village of Katpana, known for its stunning dunes, is perfect for 3-5 day Pakistan tour packages.
Khurpacho Fort – 500 years old (1400 m)
Khaplu Palace – 400 years old (2600 m)
Shigar Fort – 420 years old (1500 m)
Chaqchan Mosque – 900 years old (2700 m)
Buddha Rock – 800 years old
Ancient Maqpoon Palace
Khanqah-e-Mullah – 300 years old
Adventure seekers can enjoy a variety of activities on these Skardu holiday packages, including trekking, rock climbing, boating, rappelling, and leisurely walks. A weekend getaway offers a range of traditions, diverse cultures, stunning travel destinations, historical sites, and attractions. It is advisable to check the weather first for potential landslides in some areas.
Additionally, Skardu Valley offers a range of exciting activities, including paramotoring, jeep safaris, fishing, and hiking.
Skardu, located in one of the most picturesque regions of Northern Pakistan, is situated at an elevation of over 1,500 meters. This enchanting hill station features stunning mountainous scenery amidst a misty atmosphere, creating a surreal experience. While you may encounter some rough environments and traffic conditions in the town center, just a few kilometers away, you will find beautiful green plantations, clear blue skies, and breathtaking landscapes.
The route from Lahore to Skardu is now fully paved, with short stops along the way. It is best to depart from Lahore at night to cover the maximum distance via the motorway. More than 5 to 6 flights operate weekly from Lahore to Skardu during the summer season. From Skardu, a 4-hour road drive covering approximately 115 km will take you to the vibrant Khaplu Valley. For your convenience, we provide the latest models of Prado and comfortable vehicles to explore incredible attractions. Private transport is available with experienced drivers for navigating mountainous terrains.
Experience the iconic beauty of Shigar. You will need to cover a distance of 52 km with a travel time of approximately 2 hours, including short breaks along the way. Road tours are available for both private and group travel. Additionally, you can take a flight with Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) from Lahore to Skardu, a total distance of 555 kilometers. The flight duration from Skardu to Lahore is about 1 hour and 10 minutes. A 3 to 5-day trip to Skardu by air is popular for its stunning glaciers, fertile apricot and apple farms, and turquoise alpine lakes.
This journey is often with nearby destinations such as Basho, Deosai, and Khaplu, offering visitors a taste of nature at its finest. In the Upper Kachura region, guests can indulge in luxurious meals and enjoy overnight accommodations by the lakeside. Skardu is a multicultural city, and those who want to experience its rich diversity? With our carefully curated and customizable offerings, our air travel options provide the perfect way to begin your journey to Skardu from Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad. We also explore Deosai Plain (4,115 m), known as the highest plain, which is part of our Northern Areas Tour Packages.
Deosai National Park boasts a rich variety of wildlife and indigenous plants, and its landscapes are truly breathtaking. This valley is one of the most incredible tourist destinations in Skardu, with its striking beauty. Mystic Skardu Valley, known as a land of giants, is an ideal spot for those seeking peace and solitude away from the bustling city life. The town is famous for its apple orchards and lush greenery. Staying at a resort, hotel, or guesthouse near a plantation or in the heart of the forest provides a perfect opportunity to experience the area’s natural bounty!
Our Skardu by air tour packages for 2025 are available from Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore, with affordable airfare and ticket options. A 7-day trip to Deosai Plain departs every weekend.
Highlights from our summer travels across Gilgit-Baltistan, a land of spectacular mountains, valleys, glaciers, cold deserts, rivers, lakes, and waterfalls. The home of three of the mightiest mountain ranges in the world: the Karakoram, the Himalayas, and the Hindu Kush, all three of which come together at the Three Junction. The home of five of the fourteen eight-thousanders in the world, including the world’s second-highest peak, the K-2. The home of three of the world’s longest glaciers outside the polar regions. A land whose breathtaking natural beauty is surpassed only by the warm hospitality of its people.
While the entire region was amongst the most beautiful places I have ever visited anywhere in the world, no place was more beautiful than when you exit the Deosai National Park, cross the security checkpoint at Chilam, make your way through Burzil Pass, and then enter the village of Minimarg and travel onwards to Domel. If there is heaven to be found here on earth, then surely no other place but this can claim to be it.
Byarsa in Skardu, Khoj in Shigar (the villa comes with its hammock right on top of the Shigar River), Army Guest House in Minimarg, Wazir Mahal in Gorikot, Riverdale Resort in Gilgit (where the Pakistani drama, Khaie, was shot), Ambiance in Hunza (the room comes with a wraparound balcony offering 360-degree sweeping views of Hunza, including the Rakaposhi Mountain and the Ladyfinger Peak), and Famree in Attabad Lake.
We were travelling across some of the scariest (paved and unpaved) roads and tracks in the world. Nothing is more thrilling than traversing the Deosai National Park (its average elevation of 13,500 feet makes it the second-highest plateau in the world). This part of Pakistan opens up for a few months in the summer. Otherwise, there is no access to it. We went right when the roads had cleared.
We also loved driving the Karakoram Highway (dubbed the eighth wonder of the world), all the way up to Khunjerab Pass, Pakistan’s border with China. At 15,397 feet, this is the highest paved international border crossing in the world.
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Skardu Baltistan is a key hub for tourism, trekking, and expeditions in Gilgit–Baltistan. The mountainous landscape, home to four of the 14 Eight-thousander peaks, draws adventurers and nature lovers from across the globe.
Its totally safe and sound. This area is unique in that it showcases waterfalls, meadows, valleys, deserts, snow-capped mountains, organic villages, hiking trails, rocks, and thrilling destinations—all within a 200-kilometer radius. These natural wonders make Skardu a captivating place to explore.
If traveling from Karachi, you should plan for about 9 to 10 days for your trip. For those coming from Lahore or Islamabad, 6 to 7 days will suffice. During your visit, explore the stunning landscapes of the Skardu Valley, particularly Khaplu, which serves as a gateway to many of the highest peaks.
The winter months in northern Pakistan can be cold, making the best time to visit Skardu from April to September. Autumn arrives in mid-September and lasts for about a month. While this season offers breathtaking views, it also brings chilly temperatures.
You can also reach Skardu by bus from Islamabad, which will take you along the scenic Karakoram Highway (KKH). This newly paved road offers a smooth journey, though some sections are susceptible to landslides, occasionally causing blockages.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) operates flights between Islamabad and Skardu daily except Wednesdays and Fridays. Ticket prices for these flights typically range from PKR 15500 to PKR 23,500, depending on your travel plans.
In terms of mobile connectivity, Telenor and Zong are the most reliable service providers in Hunza and Skardu.
Spring in Gilgit Baltistan is an exciting time from March to April. The region becomes a lively paradise, bringing joy to people.
Tourists visit Skardu Baltistan during the Autumn months of October and November. The area turns into a colorful canvas as the leaves change. You can see beautiful views of the autumn colors because the weather is crisp and clear.
These times are perfect for photography, trekking, and enjoying nature’s beauty.
In recent years, numerous newly constructed hotels have opened, providing visitors with exceptional hospitality.
