Naltar – Ishkoman Trek

Following is the description of  Naltar over Naltar Pass to Ishkoman Trek. Source is the book ‘Pakistan Trekking guide’ by Isobel Shaw:
Best Time: Mid July to September
Duration: 5 days
Difficulty Level: Strenuous
Max height:  4600m
Naltar is a two hours jeep ride from Gilgit (42km) via Nomal. Alternate is to go by public bus to Nomal and then [...]

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Lakes of Kaghan Valley

Kaghan valley is one of the most beautiful valleys of Pakistan and is an ideal candidate for 4-8 days of green trekking. While Saif ul Mulook is the most famous of all lakes it has, there are others which are far more beautiful and worth attempting. Below are the description of five major lakes in [...]

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Thandiani to Nathiagali Trek

Trek from Thandiani to Nathiagali is one of the most popular weekend treks of the region. This is the trek on which many people mark the beginning of their camping/trekking life.  Thandiani (2700m) is at a drive of approximately 4 hours from Islamabad via Abbotabad. This trek could be done in two days if one [...]

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