{"id":18649,"date":"2022-09-07T20:32:22","date_gmt":"2022-09-07T20:32:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/?p=18649"},"modified":"2024-03-29T11:28:55","modified_gmt":"2024-03-29T11:28:55","slug":"travel-guide-to-skardu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complete_Ultimate_Travel_Guide_to_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>Complete Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Complete_Ultimate_Travel_Guide_to_Skardu\" >Complete Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Where_is_Skardu\" >Where is Skardu?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Weather_in_Skardu\" >Weather in Skardu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#The_best_time_to_visit_Skardu\" >The best time to visit Skardu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#How_to_get_to_Skardu\" >How to get to Skardu?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Daily_Flight_Operation_for_Skardu\" >Daily Flight Operation for Skardu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Drive_To_Skardu\" >Drive To Skardu<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Best_Hotels_in_Skardu\" >Best Hotels in Skardu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#How_to_get_around_in_Skardu\" >How to get around in Skardu?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Is_it_Safe_to_Travel_to_Skardu\" >Is it Safe to Travel to Skardu?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Road_Condition_in_Skardu\" >Road Condition in Skardu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Food_in_Skardu\" >Food in Skardu<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#First_Aid_in_Skardu\" >First Aid in Skardu<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Some_popular_balti_dishes_include\" >Some popular balti dishes include:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Best_places_to_visit_near_Skardu\" >Best places to visit near Skardu<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Deosai_National_Park\" >Deosai National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Mantuka_Falls\" >Mantuka Falls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Shigar_Valley\" >Shigar Valley<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Sarfaranga_Desert\" >Sarfaranga Desert<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Katpana_desert\" >Katpana desert<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Upper_Lake_Kachura\" >Upper Lake Kachura<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Shangri-La_Resort\" >Shangri-La Resort\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Manthal_Rock\" >Manthal Rock<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Also_visit_if_you_have_time_to_explore_beautiful_Pakistan\" >Also, visit if you have time to explore beautiful Pakistan:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/#Book_your_Skardu_Tour_Package_Today_and_experience_the_most_fantastic_time_of_your_life\" >Book your Skardu Tour Package Today and experience the most fantastic time of your life.\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>If you are planning to travel to the northern part of Pakistan, you may come across the name Skardu. This important city in Gilgit-Baltistan may be less famous than the Hunza Valley in the north or Ferry Meadows in the west. However, it is still one of Pakistan&#8217;s top tourist destinations due to its unique natural attractions nearby.<\/p>\n<p>Skardu is the perfect destination in Pakistan if you dream of visiting a cold desert or alpine plateau. If you&#8217;re also in the mood to sample some of Balti&#8217;s delicacies, it&#8217;s time to pack your bags and plan your vacation in Skardu.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the<a href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/2022\/09\/07\/travel-guide-to-skardu\/\"> complete travel guide to Skardu<\/a> that you should consider before heading to Skardu.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>Where is Skardu?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Skardu is located in northern Pakistan&#8217;s eastern part of the Gilgit-Baltistan region at an altitude of about 2230 meters. It is one of the most important cities in the area, alongside the majestic Himalayas. This place brings a unique landscape and ecosystem to the region, which can be found in very few other locations worldwide.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weather_in_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>Weather in Skardu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Compared to the rest of northern Pakistan, Skardu has a relatively m<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18709\" style=\"width: 509px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18709\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18709\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Weather-in-Skardu.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"499\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Weather-in-Skardu.jpg 499w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Weather-in-Skardu-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18709\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Travel Guide to Skardu- Weather Update of Skardu<\/p><\/div>\n<p>ild climate. The hottest months are from June to September, when temperatures can reach 30 degrees Celsius, and the coldest months are from December to February when temperatures often drop below zero. In the months in between, expect temperatures around 10\u00b0C. The highest precipitation occurs from December to May.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_best_time_to_visit_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>The best time to visit Skardu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to visit Skardu is the summer months, from June to September. It&#8217;s the perfect time to enjoy lush green landscapes at a comfortable temperature, avoid heavy rain, and escape the oppressive heat of the rest of Pakistan. October is another great time to visit Skardu to experience the region&#8217;s golden fall in autumn. Winter turns the area around Skardu into a beautiful white wonderland, but during this season, the city will be hard to reach.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18707\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18707\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18707\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-time-to-visit-Skardu.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-time-to-visit-Skardu.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-time-to-visit-Skardu-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18707\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Best Time to visit Skardu<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you confused about what to wear in Skardu? Most of the time, you can wear warm clothes as the nights in Skardu are too chilled.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>How to get to Skardu?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Entering Skardu is both a blessing and a curse. You have more options than most other places in northern Pakistan, as Skardualready has its airport.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to get to Skardu:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_Flight_Operation_for_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>Daily Flight Operation for Skardu <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are daily direct flights from Islamabad and Karachi to Skardu Airport. Flights are operated by the national airline PIA with small aircraft. Despite the relatively short flight time, flights to Skardu are expensive, ranging from $80 to $200 per round trip. Getting into the mountains (scenic) is very difficult for pilots, but it&#8217;s still safer to fly to Skardu than to reach the city by road.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18706\" style=\"width: 509px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18706\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18706\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Daily-Flight-Operation-for-Skardu-.png\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"499\" height=\"351\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Daily-Flight-Operation-for-Skardu-.png 499w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Daily-Flight-Operation-for-Skardu--300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18706\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Skardu Flight Operations<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drive_To_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>Drive To Skardu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you confused about what to wear in Skardu? Most of the time, you can wear warm clothes as the nights in Skardu are too chilled.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Driving to Skardu is a lot cheaper than flying. You can hire an experienced driver with a private car to take a bus for that route. There are four ways to reach Skardu by road from Islamabad:<\/p>\n<p>First: Islamabad &gt; Mansehra &gt; Basham &gt; Dasoo &gt; Chilas &gt; Jaglot &gt; Skardu<\/p>\n<p>Second: Islamabad &gt; Mansehra &gt; Basham &gt; Dasoo &gt; Chilas &gt; Deosai &gt; Skardu<\/p>\n<p>Then we have, Islamabad &gt; Mansehra &gt; Balakot &gt; Naran &gt; Babusar Top &gt; Chilas &gt; Jaglot &gt; Skardu<\/p>\n<p>Last: Islamabad &gt; Mansehra &gt; Balakot &gt; Naran &gt; Babusar Top &gt; Chilas &gt; Deosai &gt; Skardu<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18705\" style=\"width: 512px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18705\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18705\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Drive-To-Skardu.png\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"502\" height=\"351\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Drive-To-Skardu.png 502w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Drive-To-Skardu-300x210.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 502px) 100vw, 502px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18705\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Drive to Skardu<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You can also travel to Skardu from Gilgit. The total length is 256 kilometers.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Hotels_in_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>Best Hotels in Skardu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many hotel options in and around Skardu. If you&#8217;re looking for an upscale experience, you might consider staying at one of the popular hotels near Skardu. This includes the Serena Higg Hotel within Fort Higg and the Shangri-La Resort around Lower Kachula Lake. However, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shangrila Resort Skardu is the most famous resort in Skardu.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18704\" style=\"width: 509px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18704\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18704\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Hotels-in-Skardu.png\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"499\" height=\"349\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Hotels-in-Skardu.png 499w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Best-Hotels-in-Skardu-300x210.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18704\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Travel Guide to Skardu- best hotels in Skardu<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for something low-end and still want a central location, you&#8217;d prefer to be close to the actual city. Our best recommendation is Cherry Inn Skardu, where you get all the amenities and a homely atmosphere.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_around_in_Skardu\"><\/span>How to get around in Skardu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best way to visit Skardu is with a private driver or guide. Our tour guides are the most experienced and know every inch of the areas you are visiting. So, it is always recommended that you stay with a professional tour guide. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for the Skardu tourist map? Here, you can find it ultimately.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_Safe_to_Travel_to_Skardu\"><\/span>Is it Safe to Travel to Skardu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Overall, Skardu is a very safe travel destination in Pakistan. However, to ensure a smooth ride, there are a few things to remember. Many hidden places in Skardu are still unexplored. Skardu is famous for its mesmerizing places, natural beauty, and fantastic weather. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Skardu trip<\/strong> is one of the best decisions you can make.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Road_Condition_in_Skardu\"><\/span>Road Condition in Skardu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best route for Skardu is by air or Gilgit. <\/span>As mentioned, the <strong>road connecting Skardu and Gilgit<\/strong> is the most dangerous. If you decide to travel by road, make sure to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hire an experienced driver.<\/li>\n<li>Only use vehicles in good condition and avoid large buses.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid traveling in the dark and during the landslide season.<\/li>\n<li>Budget a lot of time for this adventurous trip.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Usually, this is not a big problem in cities, but when you are outside Deosai National Park, avoid getting too far from your car if you encounter a brown bear in the Himalayas.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Food_in_Skardu\"><\/span>Food in Skardu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Papua is a traditional Balti dish consisting of buckwheat pasta in a creamy pesto sauce. Balti is probably the most popular food in Pakistan. The flavor and spice of Balti are pretty different from those of the rest of Pakistan you may be familiar with, as it has far more carpi comfort food than spice. Since Balti is hard to find in other parts of Pakistan, it should be eaten as much as possible in Skardu.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Aid_in_Skardu\"><\/span>First Aid in Skardu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>As elsewhere in Pakistan, food safety is your biggest health concern, so avoid tap water and unfinished food.<\/p>\n<p>Also, it&#8217;s a good idea to keep some altitude sickness drops with you in case the altitude affects you.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_popular_balti_dishes_include\"><\/span>Some popular balti dishes include:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Papua: Korean TikTok-like soba noodles served with creamy pesto<\/p>\n<p>Mamtu: Steamed Wheat Dumplings Stuffed with Beef, Lamb, or Yak<\/p>\n<p>Balti Lentil Soup: A thick, mild and vegetable soup similar to German Lentil Soup.<\/p>\n<p>Namkin Chai: Milk tea flavored with a pinch of salt to create a fantastic flavor.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18700\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18700\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18700\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Food-in-Skardu.png\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Food-in-Skardu.png 500w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Food-in-Skardu-300x210.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18700\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Travel Guide to Skardu- Famous Food of Skardu<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_places_to_visit_near_Skardu\"><\/span><strong>Best places to visit near Skardu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The area around Skardu is full of fantastic tourist destinations. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the best places to visit in Skardu are worth seeing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Here are some suggested attractions near Skardu, arranged in perfect order:<\/p>\n<p>From the city itself, despite its regional importance, Skardu is a relatively small town so it can be easily explored in a few hours.<\/p>\n<p>Visit Skardu Bazar and shop for local handicrafts and textiles at the town&#8217;s souvenir market. Don&#8217;t forget to haggle!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deosai_National_Park\"><\/span><strong>Deosai National Park<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Deosai Plateau near Skardu is between 3,000 and 5,000 meters above sea level, making it the second-highest plateau in the world. Deosai National Park was established initially to protect the Himalayan brown bear and other endangered species and is now included in UNESCO&#8217;s Temporary World Heritage List. Visit Deosai National Park and admire the vast and empty landscape, along with the Kalapani and Barapani waters and Sheosar Lake, a 1-2 hour drive south from Skardu to Deosai National Park through the mountain pass.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18698\" style=\"width: 509px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18698\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18698\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Deosai-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"499\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Deosai-National-Park.jpg 499w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Deosai-National-Park-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18698\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu-Deosai National Park<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mantuka_Falls\"><\/span><strong>Mantuka Falls<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Mantuka Falls is a beautiful waterfall about an hour&#8217;s drive southeast of Skardu. Surrounded by a serene green valley, Mantuka Falls emerges from towering and luxurious mountains; it is hard to believe the waterfall is artificial! Bask in the crystal clear waters of waterfalls, snap photos of silky streams and rainbows, and enjoy a relaxing picnic in one of the most beautiful places around Skardu.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18701\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18701\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18701\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Mantuka-Falls.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Mantuka-Falls.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Mantuka-Falls-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18701\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Travel Guide to Skardu- Mantuka Falls<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shigar_Valley\"><\/span><strong>Shigar Valley<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The beautiful Shigar Valley is located along the Shigar River, about an hour&#8217;s drive northeast of Skardu. Follow the scenic road to the beautiful village of Shigar, where you will see not only local architectural gems such as the Shigar Fort or the old wooden Khilangrong Mosque but also the traditional Balti village life.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sarfaranga_Desert\"><\/span><strong>Sarfaranga Desert<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sarfaranga Desert is one of the famous cold deserts around Skardu. It is located in the Shigar Valley along the Shigar River, so it is the perfect result for a visit to Shigar. Stay on the soft sand and bounce around the tall dunes with friends. But beware, some thorns may be hidden under the sand!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18695\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18695\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18695\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Sarfaranga-Desert.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Sarfaranga-Desert.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Sarfaranga-Desert-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18695\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Travel Guide to Skardu- Safarranga Desert<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Katpana_desert\"><\/span><strong>Katpana desert<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Closer to the city is the Katabana desert, another cold Skardu desert. Surrounded by towering mountains and beautiful lakes, the Katapana Desert is incredibly stunning in winter when its sand is covered in soft snow. Also, it is close to Skardu Airport and has easy access to the Katapana Desert all year round.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18693\" style=\"width: 509px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18693\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18693\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Katpana-desert.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"499\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Katpana-desert.jpg 499w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Katpana-desert-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18693\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Katpana Desert<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Upper_Lake_Kachura\"><\/span><strong>Upper Lake Kachura<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Kachura, a settlement about an hour northwest of Skardu, is known for its two lakes: Upper Kachula and Lower Kachula. A 15-minute hike can reach the first through a small forest. Popular activities on Lower Kachula Lake include swimming, fishing, and jet skiing.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18697\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18697\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18697\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Upper-Lake-Kachura.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Upper-Lake-Kachura.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Upper-Lake-Kachura-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18697\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Upper Khachura Lake<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shangri-La_Resort\"><\/span><strong>Shangri-La Resort\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Lower Kachura Lake is one of the most beautiful places in Pakistan, if not the world, located in the majestic Shangri-La resort. Spend a relaxing afternoon in one of the greenest gardens in paradise on earth, and be sure to enjoy some organic cider in front of the heart-shaped lake. If you&#8217;re feeling more gifted, consider staying overnight at the resort.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18696\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18696\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18696\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Shangrilla-Resort-.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Shangrilla-Resort-.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Shangrilla-Resort--300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18696\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu-Shangrilla Lake<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manthal_Rock\"><\/span><strong>Manthal Rock<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A short drive south of Skardu, Manthal is home to an ancient Buddhist monument known as Manthal Buddha Rock. The rock is around 1,200 years old and contains a Buddha image. While you won&#8217;t have the chance to visit Manthal alone, it&#8217;s a great addition to your Skardu itinerary if you have the time.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18694\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18694\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18694\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Manthal-Rock.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Take A Skardu Tour Today\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Manthal-Rock.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Manthal-Rock-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18694\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu- Manthal Rock<\/p><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Also_visit_if_you_have_time_to_explore_beautiful_Pakistan\"><\/span>Also, visit if you have time to explore beautiful Pakistan:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>K2<\/strong>: Skardu is the gateway to the summit of K2, the second-highest peak in the world, and more than 8,000 peaks. While the summit is reserved for the best climbers in the world, you can visit K2 Base Camp alone or on tour.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fairy Meadows:<\/strong>\u00a0Fairy Meadows is a beautiful mountain paradise surrounding Nanga Parbat. Your journey to this remote paradise begins near Chiras, which means you&#8217;ll pass through the area on your way out of Gilgit-Baltistan.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hunza Valley:<\/strong>\u00a0The Hunza Valley is the most popular<a href=\"https:\/\/seepakistantours.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> tourist destination in Pakistan<\/a> and a must-see when you travel in Pakistan. The beautiful valley is located north of Skardu on the Karakoram Highway.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Islamabad:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re flying to Skardu, this could be the start and end of your trip, so it never hurts to spend a day or two exploring the Pakistani capital.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go through our <strong>ultimate travel guide to Skardu<\/strong>, and let us know if you need any queries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_your_Skardu_Tour_Package_Today_and_experience_the_most_fantastic_time_of_your_life\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistantourntravel.com\/tours\/skardu-tour-packages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Book your Skardu Tour Package Today and experience the most fantastic time of your life.\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Complete Ultimate Travel Guide to Skardu\u00a0 If you are planning to travel to the northern part of Pakistan, you may come across the name Skardu. 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