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Skardu & Hunza Travel Guide
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Destinations
Passu and Gulmit: The Upper Hunza Villages Worth the Extra Drive
Most Hunza visitors stop in Karimabad and never make it to Passu or Gulmit. They are missing some of the best scenery on the Karakoram Highway. What is there, how to get there, and why it matters.
1 May 2026
Seasonal Guide
Skardu in September: Why It's the Best Month Nobody Talks About
September in Skardu is the sweet spot: warm days, cool nights, Deosai still open, autumn colour starting, and significantly fewer tourists than July and August. Here is why we recommend it above all other months.
30 April 2026
Destinations
Fairy Meadows: How to Visit the Base of the World's Killer Mountain
Fairy Meadows is the meadow directly beneath Nanga Parbat's Raikot Face. How to get there, where to stay, how long it takes, and what makes it one of Pakistan's most extraordinary places.
29 April 2026
Planning Advice
How to Get to Skardu: Flights, the Road Route, and What to Do When Flights Cancel
Everything you need to know about getting to Skardu: booking flights from Islamabad, the road alternative, why weather cancellations happen, and how to build a backup plan.
28 April 2026
Destinations
Khunjerab Pass: What to Expect at the Pakistan-China Border
Khunjerab Pass sits at 4,693 metres on the Pakistan-China border. How to get there from Hunza, what to see, permits required, and what the drive is actually like.
25 April 2026
Itineraries
The Baltistan Road Trip: A 10-Day Route Through Skardu, Shigar, Khaplu, and Hunza
A practical 10-day road trip itinerary through Gilgit-Baltistan. Skardu, Shigar Fort, Deosai, Khaplu, Hushe Valley, and Hunza, with driving distances, overnight stops, and honest notes on road conditions.
20 April 2026
Seasonal Guide
Hunza in October: Why Autumn is the Valley's Best-Kept Secret
October in Hunza Valley: golden poplar trees, clear mountain views, fewer tourists, and lower prices. Why we recommend October over the peak summer months for most travellers.
15 April 2026
Planning Advice
Where to Stay in Skardu: Hotels, Heritage Properties, and Guesthouses
A frank guide to accommodation in Skardu: from Shigar Fort Palace to budget guesthouses. Which properties are worth the price, which are overrated, and what to book early.
10 April 2026
Planning Advice
Skardu vs Hunza: Which Should You Visit?
A frank comparison from people who know both valleys. What each destination offers, who each suits, and whether you should try to do both in one trip.
1 March 2026
Seasonal Guide
Hunza Apricot Blossom Season: Dates, What to Expect, and How to Plan
Everything you need to know about the Hunza apricot blossom season: when it peaks, where to see it, how to book accommodation, and what else to do while you are there.
15 February 2026
Destination Guides
Deosai National Park: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
A complete guide to Deosai National Park: when it opens, what to expect, the brown bears, camping, and how to add it to a Skardu itinerary.
1 February 2026
Itineraries
A 7-Day Skardu Itinerary: The Routes That Actually Work
A practical 7-day Skardu itinerary from local guides: what to do each day, how to structure the route, and which days to keep flexible for weather.
20 January 2026
Trekking
K2 Base Camp Trek: What to Know Before You Go
A practical guide to the K2 Base Camp trek via Concordia: route overview, fitness requirements, permit logistics, best season, and what most trekking guides leave out.
10 January 2026
Hotels
Staying at Shigar Fort Palace: What to Expect
An honest account of staying at the Shigar Fort Palace hotel: the rooms, the setting, the food, what it costs, and whether the experience lives up to its reputation.
15 December 2025
Travel Tips
Is Gilgit-Baltistan Safe for Tourists?
An honest answer to the question every international traveller asks. What the safety situation in Gilgit-Baltistan actually looks like, what the risks are, and what to be aware of.
30 November 2025
Travel Tips
What to Pack for Skardu and Hunza: A Practical List
A practical packing list for a Skardu or Hunza trip from people who travel there regularly. What you actually need, what you can buy there, and what most packing guides get wrong.
15 November 2025