A trek from the high Deosai Plateau over a high pass into the Shigar Valley. After a night in Skardu, you cross the Deosai Plateau by 4x4, then walk for five days via the Chahni Lakes, Shila and Dubla Khan to the Thalay La, before descending to the Shigar Fort and Skardu.
You're met at Islamabad International Airport and taken to your hotel. Later, visit the Faisal Mosque and Daman-e-Koh at sunset, or have dinner in Saidpur Village.
Weather permitting, fly to Skardu (2,230 m) and take the day gently to acclimatise. Walk up to Kharpocho Fort or visit Sadpara Lake, and check your kit with your guide.
Cross onto the Deosai Plateau by 4x4, a vast alpine plain at over 4,000 m, then walk for about two hours to your opening camp. Look out for marmots and wildflowers near camp.
A moderate trek deeper into the highlands, with lunch by the Chahni Lakes. Weather permitting, the Shila Pass gives rare views of K2, Broad Peak and Nanga Parbat before camp at Shila Broq.
Descend to Shila village to meet local families, then transfer to the foot of the Thalay valley and walk a short way to a riverside camp. Evenings here are for a warm drink by the campfire.
Walk through pastures and glacial streams into quieter alpine country, arriving at the glade of Dubla Khan. Take an afternoon ridge walk if you have the legs for it.
Start early for the climb to the Thalay La, at over 4,500 m, with views across the Masherbrum Range towards Mango Gusor. Descend to the summer pastures of Deserpa for your last night in camp.
Walk down into the Shigar Valley, past apricot trees and stone houses, and visit the Shigar Fort before driving to Skardu. Hot showers and a proper bed are waiting.
Weather permitting, take the morning flight back to Islamabad. In the afternoon, visit the Pakistan Monument and the Lok Virsa Heritage Museum.
This day is held in reserve in case weather delays the Skardu flight. If everything has run to plan, visit Taxila or walk in the Margalla Hills before your transfer to the airport.
Please note: camping arrangements on Deosai follow national park rules. If a planned campsite is not permitted in your season, we use the nearest approved site.
Every journey is tailored to you through consultation, and your final price is confirmed once we've planned it together.
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A boutique hotel in Skardu (two nights) and two nights in Islamabad; Five nights' camping with sleeping tents and mattresses
All meals
Private 4x4 with driver
Professional English-speaking guide
Entry tickets, permits and park fees
2 to 12 guests
Moderate to challenging. Up to 7 hours' walking a day, with one high pass.
Not included: international flights, visa, travel insurance and tips.
Blossom season
Blossom season
Summer walking and trekking
Summer trekking season
Summer trekking season
Autumn colour
Autumn colour
Apricot blossom usually peaks in April; timing varies each year.
Usually opens from mid-June
Open-season plateau walks
Summer plateau and wildflowers
Late open season; check conditions
Usually accessible June to September; opening and closing depend on snowfall.
April and May are for our blossom and valley journeys. Treks run from June.
Typical daytime temperatures. Nights are cooler, and mountain weather can change quickly.
Skardu's crystal-clear lakes and tranquil valleys meet Hunza's lush terraces and emerald orchards. Rich traditions and unforgettable encounters in the heart of the Karakoram.
Lush terraces, emerald orchards and the towering silhouettes of Rakaposhi and Ultar Sar. Skardu's crystal-clear lakes and dramatic mountain landscapes complete the journey.
Towering peaks rise above quiet valleys, where rivers cut through green pastures. Pristine wilderness beneath Masherbrum's sheer, snow-draped face, without the crowds.
