Batura Glacier Trek Pakistan

Upon arrival at Islamabad International Airport, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing after your journey. In the evening, meet the Broad Peak Adventures team for a briefing about the trek and the journey ahead.

Altitude: 2,230 m / 7,316 ft
Flight Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Accommodation: Hotel in Skardu

After breakfast, transfer to Islamabad Airport for the scenic flight to Skardu. Weather permitting, enjoy spectacular aerial views of the Karakoram and Himalayan mountains, including Nanga Parbat.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the afternoon exploring Skardu Bazaar or relaxing before the journey to Hunza.

Altitude: Karimabad, approximately 2,450 m / 8,038 ft
Driving Duration: Approximately 7–9 hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Hunza

After an early breakfast, begin the scenic drive from Skardu towards Hunza Valley. Follow the Indus River through dramatic mountain landscapes before joining the Karakoram Highway.

Continue towards Hunza, stopping at the famous Rakaposhi Viewpoint for photographs and refreshments.

Arrive in Karimabad in the evening and check into your hotel.

Altitude: Passu, approximately 2,540 m / 8,333 ft
Driving Duration: Approximately 1.5–2 hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Passu

After breakfast, travel towards Upper Hunza, passing the beautiful Attabad Lake and the traditional village of Gulmit.

Continue to Passu, famous for its dramatic pointed peaks known as the Passu Cones. Spend the afternoon exploring the village and enjoying the surrounding mountain scenery.

Meet the local trekking team for an equipment check and briefing about the route, camping arrangements and upcoming trekking days.

Altitude: Approximately 2,880 m / 9,449 ft
Trekking Duration: Approximately 4–5 hours
Accommodation: Camping

After breakfast, begin the trek from Passu towards the Batura Glacier.

The trail climbs through rocky terrain and follows the glacier's lower moraine, gradually entering a beautiful valley with alpine vegetation and views of the surrounding peaks.

Continue towards Yunzben, a traditional summer pasture used by local Wakhi communities.

Arrive at the campsite in the afternoon and enjoy your first night in the mountains.

Altitude: Approximately 3,300 m / 10,827 ft
Trekking Duration: Approximately 5–7 hours
Accommodation: Camping

Continue along the Batura Glacier, passing rocky moraines, glacial streams and beautiful summer pastures.

Depending on the selected route and current glacier conditions, the trek may involve crossing sections of debris-covered ice under the guidance of our local trekking team.

As we approach Yashpirt, the landscape opens into green meadows surrounded by towering mountains. Yashpirt is one of the main summer grazing areas of the Wakhi communities, where shepherds bring their livestock during the warmer months.

Altitude: Approximately 3,400 m / 11,155 ft
Trekking Duration: Approximately 4–6 hours
Accommodation: Camping

After breakfast, continue trekking deeper into the Batura Valley towards Kukhil.

The trail follows alpine pastures and rocky terrain alongside the glacier, offering magnificent views of the Batura massif and surrounding snow-covered peaks.

Along the way, pass traditional shepherd settlements and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this remote mountain valley.

Arrive at Kukhil in the afternoon and settle into camp.

Altitude: Approximately 3,630 m / 11,909 ft
Trekking Duration: Approximately 4–6 hours
Accommodation: Camping

Today's trek continues towards Guchesham, one of the highest summer pastures along the Batura Glacier trekking route.

The trail passes through alpine meadows and glacial streams, with increasingly impressive views of the surrounding mountain walls.

From Guchesham, enjoy spectacular views of the Batura peaks, hanging glaciers and the vast ice formations below.

Spend the evening relaxing at camp and enjoying the peaceful mountain setting.

Highest Altitude: Approximately 3,870 m / 12,697 ft
Hiking Duration: Approximately 5–7 hours return
Accommodation: Camping at Guchesham

Today is dedicated to exploring the upper Batura Valley.

After breakfast, take a guided day hike towards the Lupdor pastures, following the valley through alpine landscapes and rocky terrain.

The route offers impressive views of the Batura Glacier and the surrounding peaks, including Batura Sar and Passu Sar.

Depending on weather, trail conditions and the group's fitness, our guide will select a suitable viewpoint before returning to Guchesham.

Spend another night at the campsite.

Altitude: Approximately 3,300–3,500 m / 10,827–11,483 ft
Trekking Duration: Approximately 5–7 hours
Accommodation: Camping

After breakfast, begin the return journey along the Batura Glacier towards Putmahal.

The route passes through familiar alpine pastures and rocky sections, with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains from a different perspective.

Enjoy the changing scenery as the trail gradually descends through the valley.

Arrive at Putmahal in the afternoon and establish camp for the night.

Altitude: Approximately 3,300 m / 10,827 ft
Trekking Duration: Approximately 4–6 hours
Accommodation: Camping

Continue the return trek towards Yashpirt, following the established route along the glacier and its surrounding pastures.

The walk offers further opportunities to photograph the Batura massif, traditional Wakhi settlements and the beautiful mountain scenery.

Arrive at Yashpirt in the afternoon and spend the evening relaxing at camp.

Altitude: Passu, approximately 2,540 m / 8,333 ft
Trekking Duration: Approximately 6–8 hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Passu

After an early breakfast, begin the final trekking day towards Passu.

Descend through the lower Batura Valley, crossing rocky moraine and glacier terrain where required. The route gradually returns towards the Karakoram Highway.

Upon reaching Passu, say goodbye to the porter team and transfer to your hotel.

Enjoy a hot shower and a comfortable night's rest after completing the trek.

Altitude: Karimabad, approximately 2,450 m / 8,038 ft
Driving Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours, excluding sightseeing
Accommodation: Hotel in Karimabad

After breakfast, begin the journey towards Karimabad, stopping at the famous Passu Cones viewpoint, Hussaini Suspension Bridge and Attabad Lake.

Continue to Karimabad, where you can explore the historic Baltit Fort, visit local shops and enjoy the traditional atmosphere of Hunza Valley.

In the evening, enjoy beautiful views of Rakaposhi and the surrounding mountains.

Altitude: Skardu, 2,230 m / 7,316 ft
Driving Duration: Approximately 7–9 hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Skardu

After breakfast, depart Hunza and begin the scenic drive back towards Skardu.

Travel along the Karakoram Highway before joining the Gilgit-Skardu Road, following the Indus River through spectacular mountain scenery.

Stop along the way for lunch, photographs and refreshments.

Arrive in Skardu in the evening and check into your hotel.

Altitude: Islamabad, 540 m / 1,772 ft
Flight Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Accommodation: Hotel in Islamabad

After breakfast, transfer to Skardu Airport for the return flight to Islamabad, subject to weather conditions.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Altitude: 540 m / 1,772 ft

After breakfast, transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your onward flight.

This marks the end of your Batura Glacier Trek with Broad Peak Adventures, following an unforgettable journey through the beautiful landscapes of Upper Hunza and the Karakoram.