2025 Gilgit Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

Location: Gilgit, Pakistan How to get there : There are many buses from Islamabad heading to Northern Areas. I took Faisal movers, which costs 4000pkr, and the journey was 14 hours. Gilgit itself is like a town, there is not particularly much to do but it is surrounded by mountains so the view is spectacular. The weather also is really nice. It’s windy and cool at night. The air is also very fresh. Do get a hotel/ guest house with a good view It is recommended to stay here for a night. #pakiatan #Gilgit

Rich and Culture and breathtaking landscapes, Gilgit is a very beautiful area in Pakistan to visit , and is also Cost-friendly. the hospitality of the local people is also very famous and heartwarming. Must Recommended destination to visit. Food in Gilgit is also very delicious and their dry fruits are also very famous. the natural beauty of this area make you want to visit again and again. Best travel destination indeed.

Next kita p hidden place- tgk kat bbm xada lg kot yg p tmpat ne maybe ada yg dah p hoper valley - rush lake k2 view point Mcm biasa la kan tmpat yg kena hiking ne abam suka haha- tapi kali ne hiking manja2 ja. INFO MENGENAI PAKISTAN YANG ANDA PERLU TAHU.. 1. Pakistan adalah negara kelima yang mempunyai jumlah penduduk terbanyak di dunia iaitu sebanyak 242 juta orang. 2. Pakistan berkongsi sempadan dengan 4 negara iaitu India, China,Iran dan Afghanistan.Selain itu negara ini hampir dengan Tajikistan dan berkongsi perairan dengan Oman,Unik bukan ? 3. Terdapat 6 etnik berbeza di Pakistan iaitu Kurdish, Pashtun, Punjabi,Sindish,Muhajir dan Baloch. 4. Seramai 96.5% penduduk Pakistan beragama islam manakala 2.1% adalah hindu dan 1.3% adalah kristian. 5. Islamabad, Karachi,Peshawar dan Lahore adalah bandar2 utama manakala Hunza/Gilgit adalah tempat pelancongan yang mula terkenal. 6. Wilayah Punjab di mana Lahore adalah ibu negerinya mempunyai kepadatan penduduk tertinggi iaitu lebih 11o juta orang. 7. Kurta adalah pakaian rasmi dan kebangsaan rakyat Pakistan dan anda boleh melihat ramai lelaki yang memakainya. 8. Hoki adalah sukan kebangsaan Pakistan walaupun kriket kini lebih di gilai.

Nanga parbat base camp accomplished ✅ Trip abam kalau xada hiking rasa x lengkap Puas dah- esok merana la satu badan sakit haha Mmg lapar gila masa nak balik sbb last mkn maggie ja. Smpai ja hotel p cari kakak kesayangan Saliza M Zainon tanya ada makanan x hehe- nasib baik ada oreo- tq hilangkan hypo Day5 in pakistan Bangun pagi kaki kiri bengkak- metatarsal join sprain. Telan ubat ja lah. Dlm kaki dok sakit p jugak la tempat pond reflexion yg biasa org dok mai ambik gmbar. Nak p sini pun kena hiking sikit ja dlm 5min smpai. Tapi cuaca pagi x berapa helok nsk hujan. Dah seratus pic dah masuk hari ke5 Hari ne abam kena balik naik kuda sbb kaki dah injured. Harga balik rm30 ja sbb menurun murah sikiit, kalau masa naik kuda rm50. Kat sini lepa xmau ambil gmbar tau- nak capture ja pic budak2 comei lepa lari.

Nanga parbat base camp- 1hour 42min elevation 3983m( total 3jam 26min) with 681 elevation from starting point. Track dia mmg membunuh ya haha difficult, lalu lorong2 curam yg licin, up and down, cross sungai 3kali yg agak bahaya dan final mmg pacak teruk sblum tiba di basecamp. Untuk yg beginner xpayah mai la haha barai teruk. Total pergi dan balik 22.71km. Layan chai dan maggie kuah rm10 atas ne hehe. Benda yang kita minat bila kita buat mesti akan dpt hasil yg bagus. Bila kita travel kena pergi dgn org yg paham apa itu traveller bukan pergi sbgai melancong. Kalau melancong hangpa xdpt view mcm ne hehe. #payandtravelwithbrain

Ne bukan know2 arrived ya. Tera nak smpai pun mental dah koyak wei Dah la penat ikut pace mek salleh. Aku ikut kak london ne ja haha: dia la tolong ambik pic aku. Dia pun barai, dok ckp nak give up la apa la, hangpa igt lepa kuat sgt ka, sama ja mcm kita haha. Laluan ke check point terakhir sgt mencabar, lalu di lorong2 kecik tepi curam dan licin dan kemungkinAn boleh jatuh gaung ke dlm glacier tu. Akan lalu 3 titi yg air sungai yg deras, kalau jatuh dlm sungai tu bye2. Finally im arrived Sblum smpai ke puncak rasa mcm nak patah balik sbb last track mmg pacak 60-70degree dgn tali pun xada. Pas tu dok tgk jam sbb ada cut of time. Kena smpai sblum kul 2pm. Aku smpai kul 1, org ke5 dari 12org yeahh. So total 11km. Masa smpai dah hypoglycaemia, kak london bg kacang gan apricot kat aku. View dia berbaloi hahha

Check point ke2 dah smpai nanga parbat view point- 40min 3707m elevation, moderate track tapi dengan rasa panas terik wlpun suhu sejuk- paham kan- kita diatas ketinggian yg tinggi so direct gan sun light mmg jadi udang bakar la. Pas tu x byk pokok semua mcm gurun sahara ja, berdebu berpasir. Masa ne dah mula pikir nak teruskan x. Air plak tinggal 250ml ja lagi- kat sini xada kedai yg boleh refill air. Check point ke2 sapa yg x larat tu xleh guna perkhidmatan kuda dah. Bayaran kuda rm80 ke check point pertama ja(beyal camp) one way. Elevation semakin meningkat, dada pun rasa sempit sbb x cukup oksigen, tips kalau letih kena ambik gmbar haaha. Masa ne xada org dah kena la minta tolong batu ambikkan haha.

Ne pic kat depan penginapan ja Menangis tgk view waktu pagi Ready untuk hiking ke base camp #payandtravelwithbrain #trippenuhnature Day4 Ne pic dean bilik ja #payandtravelwithbrain #trippenuhnature #trippertamapostcovid Hi hangpa TUnggu pic yg lagi best x heheh Lepas bfast terus start hiking hari ke2 Hanya berbekalkan 500ml air mineral lengang kangkung hahah- sbb x study pun track dia mcm mana. Ingatkan dekat rupanya jauh dan azap. DIa ada 3check point sblum smpai nanga parbat base camp. Hiking hari ne ditemani oleh guide yg bersenjata ya hehe. Wlpun sorang ja tapi akan join gan group mat/mek salleh dan local pakistan. Semua 12 org. Aku sorang ja yg konon2 hebat xbawa full preparation air yg cukup, makanan haha. Sbb kat check point ada air dan maggie boleh beli sbb tu xmau bawak- tera nak smpai satu check point pun azap haha.

Mcm biasa la kan sambil hiking ambik pic Letak la timer kat celah2 batu pokok hahaha Best hiking dengan suhu yg sejuk Masa ne bawa air 500ml ja haha- sbb cuaca x panas xada la dehydrated sgt. Finally sampai jugak di penempatan fairy meadows Jarak 13km 1jam 42min Smpai puncak suhu dah 5C sejuk gedik View mmg x mengecewakan Esok akan sambung untuk hiking ke basecamp plak- selalu org malaysia smpai sini ja 😂. Separuh nyawa hilang x hiking ke sini- xpun Untuk beginer ok ja kalo nak hiking x susah mana pun. Kat penginapan ne xada heater, xada air panas, so tido jalah x mandi sejukk. Esok pagi baru mandi haha.

Naik jeep ne dari raikot bridge Satu jeep boleh muat 4-5org Harga rm140 satu jeep Fairy Meadows Jeep Stop- total 1jam 30min naik jeep bergegar la badan mcm mesin kurus ogawa 😎- jalan plak curam tgk gaung kat bawah tu fuhhhh. Dari fairy meadows jeep stop ne nak p tempat penginapan ada 2 option by foot hiking or horse. Abam pilih hiking la kan dgn bawa load 5kg Aku sorang ja hiking, 7 org yg lain naik kuda Terpaksa la aku guna pace kuda haha Hiking sorang2 pun jadi la Scenary mmg lawa Penat sbb artitute tinggi Apa2 pun layan ja #payandtravelwithbrain hiking to fairy meadows -1 jam 42min or by horse rm40 one way, porter 1kg rm1.60- track senang ja dlm 13.75km. Attitude 3302m, attitude yg tinggi buat kita cepat penat, track dia xadalah mencanak mcm kat malaysia pun, starting point hiking dah 2611m so elevation yg perlu didaki 691m ja- lg rendah dari bukit bendera- kesimpulan hiking lengang kangkung sepak debu ja 😂

Pakistan has the most number of glaciers on earth with a total number of 7253.. The glaciers are melting fast and can become an epicentre of floods. Glaciers in Pakistan. A view from flight ✈️…. #flood #pakistan #climatechange

📍The magical lake is situated in Northern areas of Pakistan in Gilgit Baltistan province. It is said to be deep in both the physical depth and its effects On human body.❤️❤️❤️❤️ 📍Tourists from around the world nourishes thier skin cells and souls when they take a dip or jump in from near by rocks to experience adrenaline rush feeling alongwith the mesmerizingly magical soothing effect of its water.💖💖💖💖 📍Gilgit Baltistan has a number of hotels and restaurants options and is easily accessible through air ans road. A must travel and experience for any traveler.📍📍📍📍 #passionpassport #vlogger #grouptravel

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🐎 Horseback Ride to Fairy Meadows – Adventure with Himalayan Views 📍 Location The horseback ride begins near Tattu village or the base of Fairy Meadows trek in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan, leading up to Fairy Meadows, with the majestic Nanga Parbat (8,126 m) towering in the background. ⸻ ✨ Overview For travelers seeking a blend of adventure and convenience, riding a horse to Fairy Meadows is a popular alternative to hiking. Horses carry visitors along the steep and scenic trail, crossing pine forests, streams, and alpine meadows, reducing the physical strain of the trek while providing a unique Himalayan experience. Local guides often provide horses, saddles, and assistance for first-time riders. The trail combines adrenaline, natural beauty, and cultural encounters, as riders pass through small settlements and interact with locals who have lived in these mountains for generations. ⸻ 🌄 Experience The horseback ride lasts around 1.5–2.5 hours depending on your starting point and pace. Along the trail, travelers enjoy: • Views of Nanga Parbat’s north face, one of the tallest mountains in the world. • Passing alpine forests, flowing streams, and terraced fields. • Occasional stops at viewpoints to capture panoramic photographs. Reaching Fairy Meadows by horse provides a sense of accomplishment and allows you to preserve energy for exploring and camping at the meadows. Horses are generally well-trained and guided by local riders, ensuring a safe and memorable experience. ⸻ 📷 Photo Tips • Wide shots of horses with Nanga Parbat in the background. • Capture the trail winding through pine forests and streams. • Action shots during ascent or at scenic viewpoints. • Include local guides with traditional attire for cultural context. ⸻ ⚠️ Travel Tips • Best done June–September, when trails are clear and weather is mild. • Wear comfortable clothing, layered for changing temperatures. • Riding helmets are recommended if available. • Tip the local guides/horsemen for their service. • Combine the ride with overnight camping at Fairy Meadows to enjoy sunrise and sunset over Nanga Parbat. ⸻ 🌟 Verdict Horseback riding to Fairy Meadows offers a thrilling yet accessible Himalayan adventure. It’s perfect for those who want to experience the beauty of Nanga Parbat and alpine meadows without the strenuous trek, combining natural splendor, local culture, and unforgettable memories.

🌲 Fairy Meadows – Pakistan 📍 Location Fairy Meadows lies at the base of Nanga Parbat (8,126 m), the world’s ninth-highest mountain, in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan. ⸻ ✨ Overview Fairy Meadows is often described as one of the most beautiful places on Earth—and for good reason. This alpine meadow, set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of Nanga Parbat, offers a perfect mix of lush green pastures, dense pine forests, and snow-capped peaks. The name itself comes from German climbers who called it “Märchenwiese” or “Fairy Tale Meadow,” inspired by its dreamlike scenery. Reaching Fairy Meadows is part of the adventure. Visitors must first take a thrilling jeep ride from Raikot Bridge on the Karakoram Highway, followed by a 2–3 hour trek. The effort is well rewarded with views that feel otherworldly, especially at sunrise and sunset when the peak glows in golden hues. ⸻ 🚩 Highlights • Panoramic Views: Sweeping sights of Nanga Parbat, often called the “Killer Mountain.” • Camping & Log Huts: Stay in wooden huts or pitch a tent under the stars. • Hiking Trails: Trek to Beyal Camp or further to Nanga Parbat Base Camp for close encounters with glaciers and rugged landscapes. • Photography: A paradise for capturing alpine beauty and dramatic mountain views. ⸻ 🚇 Transportation • From Gilgit: ~3–4 hours by road to Raikot Bridge, then jeep + trek. • Accessible only in summer (May–September) due to heavy snow in winter. ⸻ 🌟 Verdict Fairy Meadows is a bucket-list destination for trekkers, nature lovers, and dreamers. With its pristine beauty and majestic setting, it feels like stepping into a living fairytale at the edge of the Himalayas.

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🏔️ Rush Lake Trek – Complete Guide 📍 Location Rush Lake is located in Nagar Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. It lies near Rush Peak (5,098 m) and offers panoramic views of several 7,000+ meter peaks including: Spantik (Golden Peak) Ultar Sar Malubiting Diran Peak K2 (on clear days from Rush Peak) #travel#couplestrip#beachlife#staycation#naturalwonders#seascapes#resorts#museums#myitinerary#citydaytours#china#localfood

📅 แผนการเดินทาง (7 วัน 6 คืน) 📍 วันที่ 1: 15/7/23 – Islamabad → Chilas • 🕔 ออกเดินทางจาก Islamabad 05:00 น. • 🛣️ แวะรับประทานอาหารเช้าระหว่างทาง • 🚐 วิวระหว่างทาง: Babusar Top (ถนนสวย ทะเลหมอก) • 🏨 ที่พัก: พักที่ Chilas 📍 วันที่ 2: 16/7/23 – Chilas → Fairy Meadows • 🍳 กินมื้อเช้า 08:30 น. • 🚙 นั่งรถจี๊ปไป Fairy Meadows (~2 ชั่วโมง) • 🚶♂️ เดินเท้าขึ้นเขาแบบชิวๆ ประมาณ 4-5 ชั่วโมง (วิวป่า & Nanga Parbat สวยงาม) • 🏨 ที่พัก: พักที่ Fairy Meadows Cabins / Camps 📍 วันที่ 3: 17/7/23 – Fairy Meadows & Beyal Camp • 🕘 ออกเดินทางจากแฟรี่ฯ 09:00 น. • 🥾 เดินขึ้นเขาสู่ Beyal Camp (วิว Nanga Parbat ใกล้ขึ้น) • 🌄 กลับมาพักที่เดิม • 🏨 ที่พัก: ค้างคืนที่ Fairy Meadows อีกคืน 📍 วันที่ 4: 18/7/23 – Fairy Meadows → Karimabad (Hunza) • 🍳 หลังอาหารเช้า 08:30 น. • 🚐 เดินทางลงเขา → ขับต่อไปยัง Karimabad, Hunza • 🏰 เที่ยว Altit/Baltit Fort และจุดชมวิว Eagle’s Nest Viewpoint • 🏨 ที่พัก: พักที่ Hunza (Karimabad) เช่น Hidden Paradise Hunza หรือ World Roof Hotel 📍 วันที่ 5: 19/7/23 – Hunza → Attabad → Passu • 🍳 ออกเดินทางหลังมื้อเช้า 08:30 น. • 🚣♀️ เที่ยว Attabad Lake (พายเรือ/ถ่ายรูปวิวฟ้าใส) • 🌉 เที่ยว Hussaini Suspension Bridge (สะพานแขวนสุดหวาดเสียว) • 🏔️ ถ่ายรูปกับ Passu Cones, Passu Village • 🧊 แวะ Passu Glacier (ถ้ามีเวลา) • 🏨 ที่พัก: พักที่ Hunza (คืนที่ 2) 📍 วันที่ 6: 20/7/23 – Hunza → Naran → Saif ul Malook • 🍳 ออกเดินทาง 08:30 น. • 🚐 ขับกลับลงใต้สู่เมือง Naran • 🚐 แวะ Saif ul Malook Lake – ทะเลสาบในหุบเขา • 🏨 ที่พัก: พักที่ Naran 📍 วันที่ 7: 21/7/23 – Naran → Islamabad • 🍳 เดินทางกลับ Islamabad หลังมื้อเช้า (10:00 น.) • 🏁 เดินทางโดยสวัสดิภาพ 🏨 ที่พักแนะนำ (เรียงตามวัน) วันที่ 1 Chilas : Shangrila Chilas / Midway Hotel วันที่ 2–3 Fairy Meadows : Fairy Meadows Cottages / Broad View Hotel วันที่ 4–5 Hunza (Karimabad) : Hidden Paradise Hunza / Eagle’s Nest Hotel / World Roof Hotel วันที่ 6 Naran : Rose Valley Naran / Demanchi Hotel 🍴 ร้านอาหารแนะนำ (ฮาลาล & ท้องถิ่น) – At Chilas : Chilas Midway Restaurant : แกงเนื้อ, แป้งนาน, ชา – At Fairy Meadows :Camp kitchen : อาหารท้องถิ่น (ซุป, ข้าว, ไก่) –At Hunza : Hunza Lounge, Glacier Breeze (วิวดี อาหารสะอาด) – At Passu : Local Food Stalls : ซุปถั่ว, ข้าวอบ, แกงเนื้อ –At Naran : Moon Restaurant, Lulusar Restaurant : อาหารท้องถิ่น, ข้าวหมก, แป้งนาน, ชาชัก 📌 เคล็ดลับท่องเที่ยว • 🥾 เตรียมรองเท้าดีสำหรับเดินเขา (โดยเฉพาะ Fairy Meadows + Beyal Camp) • ❄️ อากาศเย็นแม้หน้าร้อน ควรพกเสื้อกันลม/กันฝน • 🧴 พกของใช้จำเป็น: ยาดม, ยาแก้ปวด, ครีมกันแดด • 📶 สัญญาณมือถือจะหายไปบางจุด เช่น บริเวณ Fairy Meadows / Passu • 📸 เตรียมแบตสำรองหรือพาวเวอร์แบงก์ เพราะบางที่ไม่มีปลั๊กให้ใช้สะดวก • 💰 เงินสดสำคัญ! ATM มีน้อย โดยเฉพาะในแถบภูเขา #เที่ยวต่างประเทศ #เที่ยวปากีสถาน #hunzavalley #fairymeadows #แบกเป้เที่ยว #แบกเป้เที่ยว #ปีนเขา

#mediterraneanvibes When I first arrived in Hunza, I had to remind myself over and over: “This isn’t the Alps. This isn’t the Mediterranean.” Yet, with its snow-capped peaks, turquoise rivers, and terraced fields dotted with apricot trees, Hunza feels like a secret blend of Switzerland and southern Italy. But no—it’s Pakistan. Can you believe this? #postandearn Tucked away in the far north of #pakistan , Hunza is the kind of place that takes your breath away. It’s peaceful, almost timeless, and so stunning you’ll wonder why more travelers don’t talk about it. I planned my journey using Trip.com, booking my flights into Islamabad and my hotel in Karimabad, and from there I set off on one of the most memorable adventures of my life. 🛤️ How to Get to Hunza Hunza isn’t hard to reach, but it feels like stepping off the beaten path. ✅ Fly into Islamabad (the capital of Pakistan) and then take a domestic flight to Gilgit Airport—the closest airport to Hunza. I booked these flights on Trip.com and saved hours compared to overland travel. ✅ From Gilgit, it’s a 2-3 hour drive along the legendary Karakoram Highway, often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. The road winds past glaciers, emerald lakes, and dramatic valleys—half the adventure is just getting there. 🌸 What to See and Do in Hunza 🏰 1. Explore Karimabad This is the heart of Hunza and the perfect base for exploring. Stroll through cobblestone streets lined with stone houses, cafes, and small handicraft shops. ✅ Visit the Baltit Fort, a 700-year-old fort that looks like it belongs in the Swiss Alps. ✅ Don’t miss Altit Fort, perched on a cliff with spectacular valley views.

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#MarchGoodPlaces2025 Gilgit is a famous tourist attraction in Pakistan, with thousands of tourists coming here for sightseeing and vacation every day. This time I will introduce a travel guide to Gilgit. It is located in northern Pakistan, at the intersection of the Karakoram, Hindu Kush and Himalayas, and borders Xinjiang, China and Afghanistan. This unique location creates an incredibly rich and diverse terrain! The mountain features are amazing! Part of the Karakoram Mountains is here, including K2 Peak, which is about 8,611 meters above sea level. It is a "savage giant peak" and is extremely difficult to climb, but it has attracted many top climbers from all over the world. There are also many peaks over 7,000 meters here. They are connected together, and the spectacular scene is really beyond words. The Hindu Kush Mountains in this area are also very majestic, with complex terrain, deep valleys, steep ridges, and large plateaus. Historically, it was also an important channel for culture and transportation, and has witnessed many exchanges and integrations. Although only a small part of the Himalayas is here, it makes the mountain landscape of the entire area richer! The natural landscape and ecology are also unique. The altitude here is high and the mountains are covered with snow all year round. In winter, the entire mountain range is like covered by a white blanket. When the sun shines on it, it sparkles, just like an ice and snow world in a fairy tale. 🧚♂️There are many beautiful alpine lakes between the mountains, such as Hunza Lake. The lake water is as clear as a mirror. Against the backdrop of the blue sky and snow-capped mountains, it is as blue as a gem and as green as emerald. It is a paradise for photography enthusiasts! There are grasslands and forests at a suitable altitude near the lake, which is home to many wild animals. Snow leopards, brown bears, blue sheep, argali, and Himalayan marmots all live happily here, forming a complete and magical ecosystem. This is also a tourist destination! There are magnificent mountains, beautiful lakes and a rich cultural heritage. Everyone can come here to climb mountains, hike, ski and enjoy the joy of outdoor sports. At the same time, you can also experience the unique local traditional culture and lifestyle. Historically, this place has been an important place for cultural exchange, and cultures such as Buddhism and Islam have left deep marks. The ancient temples and mosques are very distinctive. The architectural styles and customs reflect the integration of diverse cultures. It is really worth exploring!

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Fairy meadows! Literally heaven on earth. Having breakfast in front of killer mountain is just feeling ❤️

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