We offer custom Skardu Tour packages that include comfortable hotel stays in Skardu, as well as visits to Basho Meadows, Shigar, and Sheosar Lake. Visit the Deosai National Park (The Land of Giants) on a day tour as part of this package. Get the best and most affordable direct flight options, both with and without airfare included. Our family-friendly by-plane travel packages to Skardu include all-inclusive services, including cozy hotels, tasty meals, and comfortable transportation. Among the many activities you can do in the snow-topped Skardu are trekking, pony riding, day picnics, and sledding.
Skardu holiday packages 2026, including transportation, accommodation, and meals, will be top-notch. The local cuisines introduced us to a delightful array of flavors and added a culinary highlight to the journey. So, Nature Adventure Club lets you design your own Skardu family vacation packages for a memorable excursion. Our tour management company is the leading local tour operator in Skardu, offering all-inclusive, premium, and customized trips package in Skardu.
PIA and Airblue offer direct flights from Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad, allowing travelers to reach Skardu quickly without the lengthy road journey.
Mantokha Waterfall is one of the largest and longest waterfalls in the Skardu Valley. A few minutes’ walk will take you to this beautiful waterfall along its stream. During the monsoon season, the Skardu Mantokha Waterfalls are at their most stunning and captivating.
This waterfall is situated southeast of Skardu on the way to Shigar Valley. It is almost an hour from the main city of Skardu, with a perfect route. The way to Manthoka Waterfall is filled with lush green forests and beautiful mountainous landscapes. The waterfall is approximately 180 feet high and therefore glorious.
A major offbeat tourist destination in Gilgit Baltistan, it is the base camp for K-2 expeditions. Notably, the Alpine touch, hazy weather, and perpetual snowfall make this valley look even more beautiful in winter.
Many beautiful resorts are situated on the bank of this lake with different price ranges and scenic views from each room. This place is perfect for new couples, families, and kids to make memories and have a good time. This lake is one of the must-visit places in Skardu, along with the Soq Valley.
A natural wonderland with abundant adventure, Deosai Plain is an ideal destination for nature lovers and thrill-seekers. Enjoying the tranquility, you can explore the valley on foot or take a pony ride in this panoramic landscape.
A 3 to 4-hour thrilling off-road journey will take you to the second-highest plateau (14,000 feet above sea level). It is advisable to hire a Prado for your visit to the Deosai Plains, as the route is rugged and uneven.
For a day trip from Skardu, a 5-door Prado rental costs between Rs.15,000 and Rs.20,000 and accommodates 5 to 6 passengers. This option allows for a comfortable and enjoyable exploration of the stunning Deosai Plain.
The amazing treks here are thrilling. The thrill of sliding through the mountain paths while surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty is unbeatable. It also offers paramotors (6000 per person), 4-wheelers (3000 per head), jeep desert safari (5000 per round), horse riding (2000 per head), wildlife, and bird-watching opportunities. The only desert receives heavy snowfall every year and shows two faces to nature lovers.
Discover the mesmerizing beauty of the Sarfaranga Cold Desert, nestled in the heart of Skardu. Known as one of the world’s highest cold deserts, this unique destination offers breathtaking landscapes of golden dunes surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks.
Poplar forests and snow-covered mountains surround the Khaplu Valley, a perfect tourist destination. Khaplu Palace is one of the oldest forts in Khaplu Valley, a 4 – 5 hour drive from Skardu main City. The words peace and beauty reside in Khaplu Valley.
Located 113.4 km from Skardu, Khaplu has been attracting tourists from around the world to enjoy moments of calm. The valley boasts its rich culture and traditions. Moreover, the entrance ticket price of Khaplu Palace for local people is Rs.800 PKR, and for foreigners, it is Rs.1500 PKR with a local tour guide.
Visiting the marvelous Skardu, the trekking land, has many beautiful destinations to explore. One of them includes Upper Kachura Lake, which is accessible in a few minutes of an easy trek. This lake is perfect as the most beautiful tourist destination in Skardu. Visiting this lake feels like a short trip to heaven in your lifetime experience. The beauty and the scenery of the place are beyond explanation.
Satpara Lake is one of Pakistan’s most famous natural lakes to explore on the way to Deosai Plain. Like Upper Kachura Lake, this lake is famous for its natural attractions and scenery. Almost 30 minutes of driving will bring you to this place, which makes it one of Skardu’s most easily accessible places. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Skardu vacation packages from Lahore, Islamabad, and Karachi—all at unbeatable prices!
Skardu is famous for its wintry deserts with white & brown dunes. One of these deserts is the Sarfaranga Desert, which stretches in the Shigar Valley. This Desert remains cold even in summer, attracting many tourists. During winter, you can witness snowfall here and in wondrous locations worldwide. You can combine the eight-day Skardu Hunza holiday package if you have more days.
Shangri-La Resort is hard to keep out when discussing the most famous hotels in Skardu. The resort is so big that it includes Lower Shangrilla Lake. The resort is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Pakistan. Sitting in the greenest garden in the luxury four-day Skardu honeymoon packages is the best experience you will have.
For visitors who do not stay at the resort but wish to visit these beautiful tourist attractions and facilities, a PKR 1,000 charge applies. In addition to the lakes, mini zoo, trout hatchery, boats, jogging track, and rock lounge café, the payment allows access to the zoo, mini zoo, and trout hatchery.
Apart from its natural beauty, the valley is also famous for its wildlife, flora, and fauna. The region has a high chance of snow leopards, markhor, deer, and ibex. Moreover, there are several beautiful sites you would love to visit on your trip to Basho Meadows to Skardu. These attractions include Basho Bridge, Basho Waterfall, Chocolate Rocks, and Basho Meadows. Basho Valley jeep cost depends on your bargaining, ranging from Rs.10,000 to Rs.15,000 for a round trip from Skardu.
Start your adventure with a scenic drive through a one-hour direct flight from Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi to the awe-inspiring Skardu. Engage in thrilling activities like dune bashing, jeep safaris, and photography, or immerse yourself in the serenity of this remarkable natural wonder. With its surreal beauty and unmatched tranquility, Skardu Valley is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Need to pay 30% to 50% advance for the reservation of the tour. Remaining at the Departure time, you will have to pay the remaining balance. A receipt will be issued to you after receiving the advance.
Choose a direct 2-hour PIA flight, hop on public transport (not recommended), or select one of our specially designed Skardu travel packages from Lahore.
Yes, Skardu Airport is situated in Gamba, Skardu, which is 19 km west of Skardu city center. The distance from Skardu Airport to Kachura (Shangrila Lake) is 23 km.
All mobile networks operate in Skardu, but Telenor, Scom, and Zong provide the best and most reliable internet coverage.
Look for distinctive handmade crafts like Pashmina shawls, carpets, and traditional Balti jewelry. You can also purchase a variety of dried fruits and Shalajeet.
Transport depends on the number of persons. For our group tours, we use a private AC Coaster Saloon. We have sanitized and well-maintained AC vehicles with expert drivers to make your journey smooth and leisurely.
Khorpocho Fort, Masrur Rock, Burji La Pass, Broad Peak, Laila Peak, and Concordia Base Camp K-2, as well as Broadway Peak, are the best treks to experience in Skardu.
The best months to visit Skardu Valley are from April to October, when daytime temperatures average approximately 20°C and nights are cool.
To get to Skardu directly from Islamabad, you must travel 700 km by road via Babusar Pass; from Lahore, 1220 km, which takes 12 to 18 hours, respectively. Once you are in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, you have two options for traveling to Skardu.
The first is to fly directly to Skardu airport, a scenic 1-hour flight over the Karakoram and Himalayan Ranges. The air distance from Islamabad to Skardu is about 318 km (198 miles). You can hire local cars and Prados to explore Skardu’s tourist attractions on a per-day rental basis.
You can ride public transport, such as Faisal Movers, K-2, and Mashaburam Travel buses, at affordable prices along the Karakoram Highway. The ticket price is between 4,500 and 5,000 per person, one way. On the way, you can explore the beauty of the Karakoram ranges, Nanga Parbat View, Kohistan, and the Indus River. There´s no direct bus from Lahore to Skardu, so you must go to Islamabad first.
If you love to travel separately by car, you can buy a seat or hire a full car with an expert driver from Islamabad to reach Skardu. It is advisable not to go directly to Skardu from Islamabad. You should take some nights in Naran or in Chillas while going to Skardu. In a car, per seat, it costs you 7000 to 9000 on one side.
We offer many Skardu group travel packages for friends and families year-round, including hotels, local tour guides, transport, jeeps, and driver expenses. Just book the tour with us, and no worries about anything. We will provide you with the best travel services in a family environment to make your tour memorable and a perfect experience. For further discussion, contact us for more details and customized tour packages.
In the Summer Season (June to October)
In the Winter Season (November to May)
Skardu is about 980 kilometers from Lahore—a journey of 22 to 24 hours by road that promises adventure as you travel the breathtaking Karakoram Highway or experience the scenic Naran-Babusar Top route.
The driving distance from Islamabad to Skardu is about 620.6 kilometers via JSR Road and Naran-35 Highway, with a driving time of approximately 18 hours and 30 minutes.
Route 1 via KKH: Islamabad → Mansehra → Basham → Dassu → Chilas → Jaglot → Skardu
Route 2 – via Babusar Top: Islamabad → Mansehra → Balakot → Naran → Babusar Top → Chilas → Jaglot → Skardu
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) operates direct flights from Islamabad to Skardu.
PIA also operates flights to Skardu from Lahore and Karachi.
The flight duration from Islamabad to Skardu is approximately one hour.
