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The vivid blue lake of Naltar valley surrounded by rocky mountains

Gateway to the Karakoram, Hindu Kush & Himalaya

Gilgit

Gilgit-Baltistan

  • Altitude1,500 m
  • From Islamabad≈ 500 km by road · 1 hr flight (weather permitting)
  • Best timeApril – October

About Gilgit

Gilgit is where three of the world's great ranges meet. Use it as your base for the colourful lakes of Naltar, the Rakaposhi viewpoint, the ancient Kargah Buddha and the road north to Hunza and Khunjerab.

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Top experiences in Gilgit

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    Naltar Valley

    Pine forests and the famous multicoloured Satrangi & Blue lakes.

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    Rakaposhi View Point

    Tea with a 7,788 m wall of ice right in front of you.

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    Kargah Buddha

    A 7th-century Buddha carved into the cliff face above Kargah nullah.

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    Karakoram Highway

    The legendary KKH — the 'eighth wonder of the world'.

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    Fairy Meadows add-on

    Optional jeep & hike to the base of Nanga Parbat (8,126 m).

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