Autumn Jeep Safari Gilgit-Baltistan
Autumn Jeep Safari Gilgit-Baltistan
About this tour
Starts in Islamabad
Pickup included from anywhere in Islamabad
17 days
For ages 18 to 60
Best suited for the specified ages
Guided in English
Led by experienced local guides
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Experience the spectacular autumn colors of Gilgit-Baltistan from mid-September through November. Our expertly designed Jeep Safari follows the legendary Karakoram Highway and Baltistan's hidden backr...
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Places covered
Highlights
Karakoram & Baltistan Highways scenic drive
Upper & Lower Kachura Lakes autumn reflections
Katpana & Sarfaranga Cold Deserts exploration
Kharphocho and Khaplu historic forts
700-year-old mosque in Khaplu village
Hushe and Machulo Villages mountain gateway
Altit & Baltit Forts in colorful Hunza
Attabad & Borith Lakes crystal waters
Hussaini Suspension Bridge adventure
Khunjerab Pass Pakistan-China border
What's Included
Itinerary
Our guide will transfer you to the hotel. Freshen up, rest and receive a detailed trip briefing. If you arrive early in the morning, we can arrange a short Islamabad city tour, or you can enjoy it after your return.
Take a short flight to Skardu, if the weather allows. Otherwise, travel by road to Chilas via the scenic Babusar pass
Drive from Chilas through the Deosai Plains to Satpara Lake by mid-afternoon, and later to your hotel in Skardu.
Spend a full day exploring Skardu, like Kharpocho Fort, the Organic Village, Katpana Cold Desert, etc.
In the morning, visit the Manthokha Waterfall, then continue to Khaplu. Discover the 700-year-old Chaqchan Mosque and the 350-year-old Khaplu Fort.
Drive to the Hushe for a short trek towards Masherbrum Base Camp. Return for an overnight stay in Machulo or Saling.
Travel to Shigar to see the Blind Lake, the Cold Desert, Hashupi Bagh, the 900-year-old mosque and Shigar Fort.
Drive to Skardu, but before reaching, take a trek of 4-5 hours to Marsoor Rock, a sloping stone with panoramic views of the Indus River, Skardu city and the Karakoram mountains, then return to Skardu.
Visit Shangrila Resort and Upper Kachura Lake before driving via the Skardu–Juglot road to reach Gilgit city.
A 3-hour drive takes you into the heart of the Hunza Valley. Rakaposhi at 7,788 m towers above the KKH. Explore Karimabad, taste local food and visit Altit and Baltit Forts before spending the night in a local hotel.
What to know
- Best time is October to early November for peak autumn colors
- Weather dependent flight to Skardu available
- Suitable for couples, families, groups, and solo travelers
- Photography opportunities throughout the journey
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