Arrival in Islamabad and immediate transfer for the domestic flight to Skardu. This flight flies past Nanga Parbat and K2 (on clear days). Afternoon visit to the Shangrila Resort and Lower Kachura Lake. Overnight in Skardu.

A long but spectacular 6-7 hour drive. We follow the Indus River to the “Junction Point” where the three mountain ranges meet, then turn onto the KKH toward Hunza. We stop at the Rakaposhi Viewpoint before arriving in Karimabad for the night.

Drive further north to Gulmit. We visit a traditional 400-year-old Old House and the local carpet-weaving center. In the afternoon, we walk across the Hussaini Suspension Bridge before checking into our lodge at Borith Lake (2,600m).

The trek starts. We hike from Borith Lake in the scenic Gojal region of Upper Hunza. Along the lateral moraine of the glacier. The first segment is crossing a glacier it might seem tough but, but you won’t need any special skill or gear. After about 4 hours of steady climbing, we reach Passu Ghar (3,210m), a shepherd’s summer settlement with spectacular view along the way and the ice below.

Overnight in tents.

Today is the most technical and exciting part. We descend onto the Passu Glacier, navigating the “white ice” and avoiding crevasses under the guidance of our experts. After 4-5 hours of trekking, we reach the campsite at Luzhdar (also known as Nuzdhur). Overnight in tents.

A steep 3-hour zig-zag climb takes us to the Patundas Plateau 4,170m, a grassy plateau at high altitude. From here, the world opens up: the Batura Glacier is on your right, the Passu Glacier on your left. This spot offers one of the most breathtaking alpine views in the Hunza region.  We spend time at the viewpoint before descending back to our base at Luzhdar.

overnight at Luzhdar

After taking in the views and snapping great photos at the Patundas meadows. We re-trace our steps, crossing the glacier once more and descending to Borith Lake. A hot meal and a soft bed at the Borith Lake Resort feel like absolute luxury after the high-altitude camping.

Overnight at Borith

Drive back to Central Hunza. The day is dedicated to history: we visit Baltit Fort (former seat of the Mir of Hunza) and the ancient Altit Fort. Evening shopping for gemstones and local apricots in the Karimabad Bazaar.

Overnight at Karimabad Hunza

We head back down the KKH and through the Rondu Gorge to reach Skardu. Farewell dinner with the team, reflecting on the 4,000m heights we just conquered.

Overnight at Skardu

Morning flight from Skardu to Islamabad. (In case of flight cancellation, we begin the 12-hour drive back to the capital via the KKH or Babusar Pass).