7 Days Tour to Skardu – Ridakh Adventures

About the Tour

Discover the Heart of Gilgit-Baltistan

Skardu valley is located in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. The valley is about 10 km wide and 40 km long, sitting at the confluence of the Shigar River and Indus River, surrounded by the mighty Karakoram Range.

With its nearby lakes and mountains, Skardu is an important and beloved tourist destination in Pakistan. It is the main town of Baltistan along the first wide bank of the Indus — and home to some of the world’s highest peaks. This 7-day all-inclusive tour takes you through everything Skardu has to offer, from glacial lakes to ancient forts to the world’s highest cold desert.

Location

Skardu Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Duration

7 Days · 6 Nights · Full board

Travel Mode

Islamabad → Skardu by Air (45 min flight)

Key Attractions

Shangrila Lake · Upper & Lower Kachura · Deosai National Park · Sheosar Lake · Kharpocho Fort · Basho Meadows · Chunda Valley

Suitable For

Families · Couples · Solo travelers · All experience levels

Highlights

Ancient Silk Route · Himalayan & Karakoram views · Deosai National Park · Night camping at Basho Meadows

Tour Duration

7 Days

6 Nights · All-Inclusive Package

Travel Mode

By Air

Islamabad ↔ Skardu (45 min flight)

Tour Highlights

Upper & Lower Kachura Lakes

Shangrila (Shangrila Lake)

Deosai National Park top

Sheosar Lake & Bara Pani

Kharpocho Fort & Organic Valley

Night camping at Basho Meadows

Chunda Valley & Tandal Valley

Contact for Pricing

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Custom packages available

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Why Skardu

An Unforgettable Himalayan Experience

01
Glacial Lakes & Valleys
From the emerald Shangrila Lake to Upper & Lower Kachura — Skardu’s lakes are among the most beautiful in the world.

02
Deosai National Park
One of the world’s highest plateaus — visit the famed Sheosar Lake, Bara Pani and Kala Pani in a landscape like no other.

03
Basho Meadows Camping
Spend a magical night under the stars at Basho Meadows — a lush green valley surrounded by towering peaks.

04
Expert Local Guides
Ridakh Adventures’ experienced local guides ensure a safe, informative, and culturally rich journey through Gilgit-Baltistan.

Day by Day

Full 7-Day Tour Itinerary

From your airport pickup in Skardu to your farewell drop-off — every day of your adventure, meticulously planned.

Skardu — Day by Day

DAY 1Arrival in Skardu · Lakes & Desert

Pick up from Skardu Airport
Visit Upper Kachura Lake
Visit Lower Kachura Lake (Shangrila)
Visit Soq Valley
Visit Katpanah Cold Desert

DAY 2Manthoka Waterfall · Sarfaranga Desert

Visit Manthoka Waterfall
Visit Sarfaranga Cold Desert

DAY 3Deosai National Park

Visit Sadpara Lake
Drive to Deosai Top
Visit Bara Pani
Visit Kala Pani
Visit Sheosar Lake

DAY 4Kharpocho Fort · Organic Valley

Visit Kharpocho Fort (ancient Baltistan fort)
Visit Organic Valley — 1 hour hiking trail

DAY 5Basho Meadows — Night Camping

Drive to Basho Meadows
Explore the lush green valley
Night camping at Basho Meadows under the stars

DAY 6Chunda Valley · Tandal Valley

Visit Chunda Valley
Visit Tandal Valley
Return to Skardu

DAY 7Departure — Drop at Skardu Airport

Check out from hotel
Drop off at Skardu Airport
Flight: Skardu → Islamabad

What’s Covered

Services & Inclusions

Included in Package

Hotel (Luxury / Standard)
Vehicle (Prado / Car)
Air tickets (Islamabad – Skardu, Return)
Food (Breakfast & Dinner)
Professional tour guide
Entry fees
Service charges

* May vary according to your selected package

Not Included

Personal clothing & gear
Extras at hotels (drinks, laundry, calls)
Insurance, medical aid & rescue
Lunch or other food items
Boating charges
Jeep charges
Anything not mentioned above
Emergency rescue or medical charges

What to Pack

Warm layers — mornings & evenings are cold even in summer

Comfortable trekking or hiking shoes

Sunscreen, sunglasses & a hat (high UV at altitude)

Camera — the views are extraordinary

Sleeping bag for Basho Meadows camping night

Valid CNIC / Passport for permits & entry

Cash — ATMs are limited in remote areas

Best Time to Visit

April to October is ideal. Spring (April–May) brings blossoms, summer (June–August) is warmest, and autumn (September–October) offers spectacular golden foliage and crystal-clear skies.