Upper Kachura Lake
A deep-blue, crystal-clear highland lake in a valley northwest of Skardu, with orchards along its shores, boating and trout. It is Skardu's most beautiful lake.
Upper Kachura Lake lies in a valley about 30 km northwest of Skardu at an altitude of roughly 2,500 metres. On sunny days the water turns a deep blue and is so clear you can see right to the bottom. It reaches about 70 metres at its deepest point and is surrounded by steep rocky mountains, apricot trees and apple orchards. From the car park, a path of about 10 to 15 minutes leads down to the shore, where you can take a traditional wooden boat out on the lake or try grilled trout. Summer is warm and pleasant, while the lake freezes over in winter. Entry is free, though boating costs extra. The trip from Skardu takes about 45 minutes by jeep or taxi, and it is often combined with Lower Kachura Lake and the Shangri-La Resort.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Shangrila Resort (Lower Kachura Lake)
- Basho Valley
- Katpana Cold Desert
- Kharpocho Fort (Skardu Fort)
- Manthal Buddha Rock
- Blind Lake (Zharba Tso)
- Satpara Lake
- Amburik Mosque