Baltistan Division

The high-mountain division around Skardu, gateway to climbing K2 and trekking the Baltoro Glacier.

Baltistan Division lies in eastern Gilgit-Baltistan, with its main city, Skardu, set in the Indus Valley. Nearby are Kachura Lakes, Satpara Lake and cold-desert landscapes, while traditional buildings such as Shigar Fort and Khaplu Palace have been restored as heritage hotels. The Deosai Plateau is known for its high-altitude grasslands and wildflowers. This is also the starting point for classic treks to K2 Base Camp and the Baltoro Glacier. Summer is the main travel season. Skardu Airport has flights to and from Islamabad, and the region can also be reached overland.

Destinations

• Skardu

Itineraries

• Baltistan Plateau & Forts Tour – Fly to Skardu for a summer loop covering Deosai Plains, Khaplu Palace, Shigar Fort, and Kachura Lake
• Grand Karakoram to Lahore Overland Traverse – Fly from Islamabad to Skardu, visit Fairy Meadows and Hunza, then head south to Rohtas Fort and Lahore