23 Days
May to September
Islamabad Airport
Baltistan to Hunza via Snow Lake
18+
Biafo Glacier and Hispar glacier with total length of 126 km and longest out side the Polar Regions. They meet at the 5,150 meters high Hispar pass.This immense high way of ice and stones connects- the antique kingdoms of Nagar in west and Askoli (little Tibet) in east.
This route was extensively used to connect silk route with Indian sub continent, China and Tibet. Mr. H.W Tilman an English trekker claimed in 1937 that he had seen the foot prints of yeti on the glacier. The same way used to serve for people of Hunza to invade Askoli, which latter served as a more progressive way between Hunza and Askoli as the people of Hunza come over to Askoli to play POLO with the people of Askoli.
This life-long experience ends at the beautiful Hunza Valley; the Valley of Eternal Youth & home of the most progressive people as compared to other parts of Northern Areas. In Karimabad, we visit Altit and Baltit Forts and enjoy the view from the roof-top of the Baltit fort which is an unforgettable experience. The people of Hunza are known for their longevity in the world. Glaciologists after conducting tests on the snow lake confirmed that the thickness of snow is one mile deep. Here one can observe the rare species of animals in abundance like snow leopards, Himalayan bears, Ibex, Markhore and some times the Marco polo Sheep.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Altitude | 5,150 m (Hispar Pass) |
| Snow Lake Altitude | 4,114 m |
| Best Season | June – September |
| Total Trek Distance | ~126 km |
| Trek Standard | Strenuous / Challenging |
| Start Point | Askoli Village |
| Finish Point | Hispar Village / Karimabad |
| Duration | 23 Days |
| Camping Nights | 18 Nights |
| Hotel Nights | 5 Nights |
| Zone | Open |
| Mountain Range | Karakoram / Himalaya |
| Mode of Travel | Jeep, Trekking, Domestic Road Travel |
Arrival at Islamabad International Airport
Transfer to hotel
Rest and briefing preparation
Scenic drive along Karakoram Highway
Views of Indus River and mountain gorges
Overnight stay in hotel
Drive through dramatic mountain landscapes
Arrival in Skardu, gateway to Karakoram
Overnight in hotel
Jeep drive to Askole, last permanent village
Trek preparation and porter arrangements
Overnight in camp
Start trekking along Biafo Glacier
Gradual ascent through rocky terrain
Camp at Namla
Trek over glacier moraine and ice fields
Stunning views of surrounding peaks
Camp at Mango
Continue along Biafo Glacier
Vast glacier scenery and solitude
Overnight camp at Biantha
Acclimatization and exploration
Short walks and photography
Overnight camp
Trek deeper into glacier system
Increasing alpine wilderness
Camp at Marfogoro
Enter the famous Snow Lake plateau
Panoramic views of ice and peaks
Camp at Snow Lake
Acclimatization and exploration
Opportunity to observe rare wildlife
Overnight camp
Trek towards Hispar Glacier
Challenging ice and snow sections
Camp at Hispar Base
Early start for crossing Hispar La (5,150 m)
Spectacular high-pass crossing
Descend to Hispar Base Camp
Trek along Hispar Glacier
Continuous glacier terrain
Camp at Khani Base
Descend gradually
Landscape begins to change
Camp at Yutmaru
Trek through glacier and valley sections
Views of Pumari Chhish peak
Camp overnight
Continue descent toward vegetation
Camp at Bitanmal
Reach Hispar village
End of trekking section
Cultural interaction with locals
Drive to Hunza Valley
Visit Baltit & Altit Forts
Overnight hotel
Scenic valley drive
Explore Gilgit town
Overnight hotel
Drive along Karakoram Highway
Overnight hotel
Final drive to Islamabad
Overnight hotel
Transfer to airport
Fly to onward destination
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