Eagle's Nest Viewpoint (Duikar)
ایگلز نیسٹ
A viewpoint on the top of Duikar mountain at about 2,900 metres, where you can see Rakaposhi, Spantik, Ultar, Ladyfinger and other snowy peaks all at once.
Eagle's Nest lies above Karimabad in the village of Duikar, at about 2,900 metres. It is named after the Eagle's Nest hotel on the summit, and it is Hunza's most famous spot for sunrise and sunset. From the large rock viewpoint, you can see nearly 360 degrees. To the south are Rakaposhi (7,788 metres) and Diran Peak. To the east are Spantik, Ladyfinger Peak and Hunza Peak. To the north is Ultar Peak. At your feet are terraced fields and the Hunza Valley. At sunrise the snowy peaks shift from pink to gold, and at sunset the whole valley is painted gold and red. The views are especially stunning in autumn, when the poplars and apricot trees turn yellow and red.
From Karimabad, it takes about 20–30 minutes by car or jeep. The road is narrow with many steep bends, so most people hire a vehicle for a return trip. You can also stay at a hotel in the Eagle's Nest area and watch the sunrise from there. The viewpoint platforms are mostly run by hotels or private owners, who may charge a small entry fee. It is windy and cold at the top, so bring a warm jacket for sunrise.
Opening hours
All day (best at sunrise and sunset)
Nearby sights
- Sacred Rocks of Hunza (Haldeikish)
- Altit Fort
- Baltit Fort
- Ganish Village
- Karimabad Bazaar
- Ultar Meadow
- Hopar Glacier (Bualtar)
- Attabad Lake