Ultar Meadow
A half-day hike from behind Baltit Fort to a high mountain pasture facing the Ultar Glacier, following old irrigation channels up through the hills.
Ultar Meadow, at about 3,200 meters, lies in the Ultar Valley directly behind Karimabad. The trailhead beside Baltit Fort leads up along ancient irrigation channels and across scree slopes. It takes about 2 to 3 hours one way. The final pasture faces the Ultar II Glacier and Lady's Finger peak, and in summer there are herders' huts where you can have tea. The trail has steep scree, so hiking boots are needed. Be alert for falling rocks and glacial meltwater. A guide is recommended, and avoid returning too late in the afternoon if you're hiking alone.
Opening hours
Daytime, May–Oct
Nearby sights
- Baltit Fort
- Karimabad Bazaar
- Eagle's Nest Viewpoint (Duikar)
- Altit Fort
- Sacred Rocks of Hunza (Haldeikish)
- Ganish Village
- Hopar Glacier (Bualtar)
- Gulmit