Pakistan Tourism Guide

Destinations Across Pakistan

From the Karakoram giants to the Kalash valleys — explore the destinations we fly to, and message us on WhatsApp for live flight quotes.

Gilgit-Baltistan

Hunza Valley

Gateway to the Karakoram

Turquoise Attabad Lake, 900-year-old Baltit Fort, Passu Cathedral Cones, and the Khunjerab Pass at 4,693 m on the Pak-China border.

Altitude:2,400 m
Best Season:April–October (blossom in April, autumn in October)
Nearest Airport:Gilgit (GIL) — 2 hr drive
Top Attractions
Attabad LakeBaltit FortPassu ConesKhunjerab PassEagle's Nest Duikar
Gilgit-Baltistan

Skardu

Gateway to K2

Shangrila Resort, Deosai Plains (the second-highest alpine plateau on earth), Shigar Fort, and the cold desert of Sarfaranga.

Altitude:2,228 m
Best Season:May–September
Nearest Airport:Skardu (KDU) — direct flights from Islamabad
Top Attractions
Shangrila ResortDeosai National ParkShigar FortSarfaranga DesertManthal Buddha Rock
Gilgit-Baltistan

Fairy Meadows

Base of Nanga Parbat

A grassy meadow at 3,300 m framed by the south face of Nanga Parbat — the world's 9th-highest mountain. Accessible by jeep track plus a 2-hour hike.

Altitude:3,300 m
Best Season:May–September
Nearest Airport:Gilgit (GIL) — 3 hr drive via Karakoram Highway
Top Attractions
Nanga Parbat ViewpointRaikot GlacierFairy Meadows CampBeyal Camp
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Swat Valley

The Switzerland of the East

Alpine scenery, Buddhist heritage (Butkara Stupa, Swat Museum), and family-friendly resorts in Kalam and Malam Jabba.

Altitude:2,000 m
Best Season:May–September (avoid monsoon in July–August)
Nearest Airport:Islamabad (ISB) — 4 hr drive
Top Attractions
KalamMalam JabbaMadyanBahrainMarghazar
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Naran & Kaghan Valley

Lakes and peaks

Lake Saif-ul-Malook at 3,224 m, Babusar Pass at 4,179 m, and the Kunhar River running the full length of the valley.

Altitude:2,408 m
Best Season:June–September (Babusar Pass open)
Nearest Airport:Islamabad (ISB) — 6 hr drive
Top Attractions
Lake Saif-ul-MalookBabusar PassLalazar PlateauShogranSiri Paye
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Chitral & Kalash Valleys

Pre-Islamic culture of the Kalash

The Kalash people — a non-Muslim community of ~4,000 with a unique culture, language, and religion. Famous for the Joshi spring festival and Chaumos winter festival.

Altitude:1,500 m
Best Season:May (Joshi festival) or December (Chaumos)
Nearest Airport:Chitral (CHT) — daily PIA flights from Islamabad
Top Attractions
Bumburet ValleyRumbur ValleyBirir ValleyChitral FortGaram Chashma hot springs
Azad Kashmir

Neelum Valley

The greenest valley in Pakistan

Pine forests, rivers, and waterfalls. Runs parallel to the Line of Control — check the security situation before travelling.

Altitude:1,200–4,000 m
Best Season:May–September
Nearest Airport:Islamabad (ISB) — 5 hr drive
Top Attractions
Shounter LakeRatti Gali LakeKelTaobatKeran
Gilgit-Baltistan

Deosai National Park

The Land of Giants

The second-highest alpine plateau on earth at 4,114 m. A national park protecting the Himalayan brown bear, golden marmot, and snow leopard. Open late May to early November.

Altitude:4,114 m
Best Season:July (wildflowers) or September (bears)
Nearest Airport:Skardu (KDU) — 2.5 hr 4x4 drive
Top Attractions
Sheosar LakeBrown Bear viewingAli Malik Mar entranceBarapani camp