Shimshal, Gilgit-Baltistan
Shimshal is a travel destination with 9 curated tours available.
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9 Tours & Travel Packages in Shimshal
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Moderate
Inclusions
- Experienced trekking guide
- Private Transport for road travel from Islamabad to Askole and back
- Airport transfers
- Rooms on twin sharing
- Meals in hotels & during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- All required trekking permits/documents and fees
- Visa supporting documents
- Mess & Sleeping tents, mattress and sleeping bags
- Expert chef and assistant chef
Exclusions
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Drinks
- Entrance Tickets
- International/domestic air ticket
- Visa fee
Requirements
- International travelers must carry a valid passport and visa
- Good physical fitness is highly recommended
- Previous trekking experience is beneficial
- Participants should be prepared for high-altitude conditions
- Weather conditions may affect trekking schedules
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended
- Proper trekking gear and warm clothing are essential
- Respect for local culture and traditions is mandatory
- Children below a certain age may not be recommended for this trek
- Trekking routes may change due to weather or safety conditions
16 People
Duration16D / 15N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
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Moderate
Inclusions
- Experienced tour guide
- Private Transport
- Rooms on twin sharing
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Airport transfers
- Visa supporting documents
- Trekking foods
- Sleeping tents
- Sleeping mattress
- Porters
Exclusions
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Drinks
- Entrance Tickets
- International/domestic air ticket
- Visa fee
Requirements
- Valid passport and visa are mandatory for all international travelers
- Moderate physical fitness is recommended for travel to remote areas
- Respect for local culture, traditions, and religious practices is required
- Weather conditions may affect road access to Shimshal Valley
- Proper warm clothing is essential for high-altitude conditions
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended
- Festival dates may vary depending on seasonal livestock migration
- Photography should be done respectfully during cultural rituals
16 People
Duration16D / 15N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
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Easy
Inclusions
- Land transportation throughout the entire tour
- Airport transfers for a seamless arrival and departure experience
- Full-board meals, including Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation provided on a twin-sharing basis in carefully selected hotels, guesthouses, or homestays
- Knowledgeable and fluent English-speaking tour guide for insightful guidance and assistance
- Provision of visa supporting documents, if required, to facilitate a hassle-free travel process
- Photography assistance available upon request to enhance your experience
- Inclusive entrance fees and tickets for access to forts, museums, parks, and other attractions
Exclusions
- Airfare and related expenses
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and tips
- Additional meals or beverages not specified in the itinerary
- Optional activities and excursions
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Any other items not explicitly mentioned as included
Requirements
- Valid passport required for all international travelers
- Pakistan visa is mandatory before arrival
- Moderate travel endurance required due to long mountain drives
- Basic photography equipment recommended
- Weather conditions in mountain regions may affect schedules
- Respectful behavior required while photographing local communities
- Drone usage may require special permissions in restricted areas
16 People
Duration28D / 27N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
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Easy
Inclusions
- Experienced tour guide
- Private Transport (4WD)
- Rooms on twin sharing
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Airport transfers
- Visa supporting documents
Exclusions
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Drinks
- Entrance Tickets
- International/domestic air ticket
- Visa fee
Requirements
- Valid passport is mandatory for all international travelers
- Valid Pakistan visa is mandatory for all international travelers
- Travel insurance is highly recommended
- Moderate travel endurance is required due to long mountain drives
- Weather and road conditions may affect the itinerary
- Comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended
- Some remote regions have limited internet and mobile connectivity
- Respect for local culture and traditions is essential throughout the journey
16 People
Duration32D / 31N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
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Easy
Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking tour guide.
- Private 4WD jeep with an experienced driver throughout the tour.
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure).
- Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis (single supplement available upon request).
- Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) as specified in the itinerary.
- Driver's accommodation and meals.
- Fuel, road tolls, parking charges, and all applicable road taxes.
- Entrance fees to all forts, museums, national parks, and attractions included in the itinerary.
- Pakistan visa support documents (where applicable).
- Government taxes.
Exclusions
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Drinks
- Entrance Tickets
- International/domestic air ticket
- Visa fee
Requirements
- A passport with at least six months' validity from the date of entry into Pakistan is required.
- Most foreign nationals require a valid Pakistan tourist visa before arrival. Please check the latest visa requirements for your nationality.
- Hunza Explorers can provide Pakistan visa support documents after your tour booking is confirmed.
- This tour is available throughout the year, subject to weather and road conditions.
- Khunjerab Pass is now open year-round. Temporary closures may occur due to heavy snowfall, official border regulations, or adverse weather conditions.
- The maximum altitude reached during the tour is Khunjerab Pass (4,693 metres / 15,397 feet). Travellers may experience mild symptoms of high altitude due to the elevation.
- The itinerary includes travel on mountain roads. While roads are generally in good condition, occasional delays may occur due to landslides, weather, road maintenance, or traffic.
- Comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes are recommended for sightseeing at forts, villages, viewpoints, lakes, and glaciers.
- Warm clothing is essential throughout the year, particularly during the evenings and when visiting Khunjerab Pass, where temperatures can be significantly lower than in the valleys.
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, and lip balm are recommended, as ultraviolet exposure is strong at high altitude.
- Travellers should carry any personal medications, as pharmacies and medical facilities are limited in remote mountain areas.
- This tour is suitable for travellers of all ages with a moderate level of fitness. Most sightseeing involves short walks and occasional stairways at historical sites.
- Modest clothing is recommended when visiting villages, mosques, and local communities.
- Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, personal belongings, and trip interruptions is strongly recommended.
- The itinerary may be adjusted if necessary due to weather conditions, road closures, government regulations, natural disasters, or any circumstances beyond the control of Hunza Explorers.
16 People
Duration12D / 11N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
Availability:
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Easy
Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking tour guide throughout the tour
- Private transport throughout the tour with an experienced driver
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Domestic flights between Islamabad and Gilgit (where included in the selected package)
- Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis (single supplement available upon request)
- Full-board meals throughout the tour (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Entrance fees to all forts, museums, national parks, and attractions mentioned in the itinerary
- Guided hike to Passu White Glacier
- Visit to Khunjerab National Park
- Driver's accommodation and meals
- All fuel, road tolls, bridge tolls, and parking charges
- Pakistan tourist visa support documents (where applicable)
- Bottled drinking water during road journeys
- Government taxes
Exclusions
- International flights
- Pakistan tourist visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Meals and beverages not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone calls, shopping, and snacks
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities for the guide, driver, hotel staff, and porters
- Expenses arising from weather conditions, flight cancellations, landslides, road closures, political situations, natural disasters, or any circumstances beyond the control of Hunza Explorers
Requirements
- A passport with at least six months' validity from the date of arrival in Pakistan is required for all international travellers.
- Most foreign nationals require a Pakistan Tourist Visa before travelling. Hunza Explorers will provide the necessary visa support documents upon confirmation of your booking.
- This tour operates during the Autumn season (September to November), when the valleys of Hunza and Gojal (Upper Hunza) are transformed by vibrant autumn colours. The timing and intensity of the foliage may vary slightly each year depending on weather conditions.
- The highest point reached during the tour is Khunjerab Pass (4,693 m). Although no strenuous trekking is involved, some travellers may experience mild symptoms of altitude due to the high elevation.
- The tour is suitable for travellers with a reasonable level of fitness. It includes comfortable road travel, village walks, and a moderate hike to Passu White Glacier.
- Comfortable walking or hiking shoes with good grip are recommended, particularly for the hike to Passu White Glacier and walks around villages, viewpoints, forts, and lakes.
- Autumn temperatures vary throughout the day. Warm layered clothing, a fleece or insulated jacket, waterproof outerwear, gloves, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are highly recommended.
- Road travel in northern Pakistan may occasionally be affected by weather, landslides, road maintenance, or other unforeseen circumstances. Minor itinerary adjustments may be necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of all travellers.
- Domestic flights between Islamabad and Gilgit are weather dependent and may occasionally be cancelled. If this occurs, the journey will continue by road via the Karakoram Highway, with an overnight stay in Besham or Chilas before continuing to Karimabad.
- Wildlife sightings in Khunjerab National Park cannot be guaranteed, although species such as the Himalayan Ibex, Blue Sheep, Golden Marmot, and Golden Eagle are frequently seen.
- Mobile phone coverage and internet services may be limited or unavailable in remote areas, including parts of Shimshal Valley, Chipursan Valley, and Misgar Valley.
- Respect for local customs, traditions, and cultural values is appreciated when visiting villages, homes, mosques, and other community sites.
- Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip interruptions, baggage, and adventure travel is strongly recommended for all participants.
- The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather conditions, flight cancellations, road closures, government regulations, or any circumstances beyond the control of Hunza Explorers to ensure a safe and enjoyable travel experience.
16 People
Duration9D / 8N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
Availability:
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Easy
Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking tour guide throughout the tour
- Private transport throughout the tour with an experienced driver
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Domestic flights between Islamabad and Gilgit (where included in the selected package)
- Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis (single supplement available upon request)
- Full-board meals throughout the tour (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Entrance fees to all monuments, museums, forts, national parks, and attractions mentioned in the itinerary
- Visit to Khunjerab National Park
- Driver's accommodation and meals
- All fuel, road tolls, bridge tolls, and parking charges
- Pakistan tourist visa support documents (where applicable)
- Bottled drinking water during road journeys
- Government taxes
Exclusions
- International flights
- Pakistan tourist visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Meals and beverages not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone calls, snacks, and shopping
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities for the guide, driver, hotel staff, and porters
- Expenses arising from flight cancellations, weather conditions, landslides, road closures, political situations, natural disasters, or any circumstances beyond the control of Hunza Explorers
Requirements
- A passport with at least six months' validity from the date of arrival in Pakistan is required for all international travellers.
- Most foreign nationals require a Pakistan Tourist Visa before travelling. Hunza Explorers can provide the necessary visa support documents upon confirmation of your booking.
- This tour operates during the Spring season (March to April), when cherry, apricot, apple, almond, and plum blossoms are in bloom. As flowering depends on weather conditions, exact bloom timing may vary slightly from year to year.
- The itinerary reaches a maximum altitude of 4,693 metres at Khunjerab Pass. Although no trekking is involved, some travellers may experience mild symptoms of altitude due to the high elevation.
- This tour is suitable for travellers with a reasonable level of fitness. Short walks and light hikes are included at villages, viewpoints, glaciers, forts, and lakes.
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip are recommended, especially for visits to Passu White Glacier, Borith Lake, Hopar Glacier Viewpoint, and village walks.
- Spring temperatures vary considerably between day and night. Warm clothing, a waterproof jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, and a hat are highly recommended.
- Road travel in northern Pakistan is subject to weather, landslides, road maintenance, and other operational factors. Minor itinerary adjustments may occasionally be necessary for safety.
- Flights between Islamabad and Gilgit are weather dependent and may be cancelled. In such cases, the itinerary will continue by road via the Karakoram Highway or Babusar Pass (when open).
- Wildlife sightings in Khunjerab National Park cannot be guaranteed, although species such as the Himalayan Ibex, Blue Sheep, Golden Marmot, and Golden Eagle are frequently seen.
- Mobile phone coverage and internet services may be limited or unavailable in remote areas, including parts of Shimshal Valley, Chipursan Valley, and Misgar Valley.
- Respect for local customs, traditions, and dress codes is appreciated when visiting villages, homes, mosques, and cultural sites.
- Travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellations, baggage loss, and adventure travel is strongly recommended for all participants.
- The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather conditions, road closures, government regulations, or any circumstances beyond the control of Hunza Explorers to ensure the safety and comfort of all travellers.
16 People
Duration9D / 8N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
Availability:
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Easy
Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Private transport throughout the tour
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure, where applicable)
- Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis (single supplement available upon request)
- Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) as specified in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all attractions, museums, historical sites, national parks, and monuments included in the itinerary
- Driver accommodation and meals
- Fuel, road tolls, parking charges, and all transportation costs
- Bottled drinking water during road journeys
- Pakistan visa support documents (where applicable)
- Government taxes
Exclusions
- International and domestic flights
- Pakistan visa fee
- Optional activities not specifically mentioned in the itinerary (such as boating, kayaking, zipline, or horse riding)
- Travel insurance
- Meals and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone charges, and shopping
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
- Expenses arising from weather conditions, landslides, road closures, flight delays, political situations, or any circumstances beyond the control of Hunza Explorers
Requirements
- All international travellers must hold a passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Pakistan.
- A valid Pakistan tourist visa is required for most foreign nationals. Hunza Explorers can provide the necessary visa support documents upon request.
- As this tour visits Khunjerab Pass, Shimshal Valley, Misgar Valley, and Chipursan Valley, all travellers must carry their original passport throughout the journey.
- The highest point of the tour is Khunjerab Pass (4,693 metres / 15,397 feet). Visitors may experience mild symptoms of altitude due to the elevation. Adequate hydration and avoiding strenuous activity at the pass are recommended.
- The tour is suitable for travellers of all ages with a reasonable level of fitness. Optional walks and short hikes are available at several destinations.
- The best time to explore Gojal (Upper Hunza) is from April to November. During winter (December to February), heavy snowfall may temporarily affect access to Khunjerab Pass, Shimshal Valley, Misgar Valley, and Chipursan Valley.
- Road conditions in the mountains may occasionally be affected by landslides, rockfalls, snowfall, or road maintenance. The itinerary may be adjusted if required for safety reasons.
- Weather in the Karakoram can change rapidly, particularly at higher elevations. Warm layered clothing, a waterproof jacket, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended throughout the tour.
- Temperatures at Khunjerab Pass can be significantly lower than in Hunza Valley, even during summer. A warm jacket, gloves, and a hat are recommended.
- Modest clothing is appreciated when visiting villages, religious sites, and local communities.
- Travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip interruptions, and personal belongings is strongly recommended.
- Respect for local customs, traditions, wildlife, and the natural environment is expected throughout the journey.
- Please avoid littering and help preserve the pristine landscapes of Upper Hunza by following responsible travel practices.
16 People
Duration11D / 10N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
Availability:
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Easy
Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking tour guide throughout the tour
- Private transport throughout the tour with an experienced driver
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis (single supplement available upon request)
- Full-board meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Domestic flight between Islamabad and Skardu (where included in the selected tour package)
- Driver's accommodation and meals
- Fuel, road tolls and parking charges
- Pakistan visa support documents (where applicable)
- Government taxes
Exclusions
- International flights
- Pakistan visa fee
- Entrance fees to monuments, museums, national parks, and attractions unless specifically stated
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone charges, and shopping
- Camera fees and drone permits where applicable
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Expenses arising from weather conditions, road closures, landslides, flight delays, political situations, natural disasters, or any circumstances beyond the control of Hunza Explorers
Requirements
- Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your planned date of departure from Pakistan.
- Most international travellers require a Pakistan visa before arrival. Hunza Explorers can provide the necessary visa support documents where applicable.
- This tour operates from May to October, when the mountain roads to remote valleys such as Shimshal Valley, Chipurson Valley, Misgar Valley, and Hushe Valley are generally accessible. Weather and road conditions may occasionally require itinerary adjustments.
- Domestic flights between Islamabad and Skardu are subject to weather conditions. If a flight is cancelled, the itinerary will continue via the Karakoram Highway with suitable operational adjustments.
- Some roads travel through remote mountain regions where temporary delays may occur due to landslides, road maintenance, or adverse weather.
- The highest point of the tour is Khunjerab Pass (4,693 m). Although no technical trekking is required, some travellers may experience mild effects of high altitude. We recommend staying well hydrated and allowing time to acclimatise.
- This is an adventure sightseeing and cultural tour involving long but rewarding mountain drives through some of Pakistan's most remote regions.
- Short walks and easy to moderate hikes are included, such as the walk to the Passu White Glacier and village explorations. No previous trekking or mountaineering experience is required.
- A reasonable level of general fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the itinerary.
- Weather in Gilgit-Baltistan can change quickly. Warm layered clothing, a waterproof jacket, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat are highly recommended.
- Mobile phone coverage and internet access may be limited or unavailable in some remote valleys, including parts of Shimshal Valley, Chipurson Valley, Misgar Valley, Hushe Valley, and Ishkoman Valley.
- ATMs are limited outside major towns such as Gilgit, Skardu, and Karimabad. We recommend carrying sufficient cash for personal expenses during remote sections of the journey.
- Wildlife sightings in Khunjerab National Park and other mountain regions are possible but cannot be guaranteed.
- Flexibility is essential when travelling in remote mountain regions, as weather, road conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances may occasionally require changes to the itinerary.
44 People
Duration28D / 27N
Next DeparturesNo upcoming departures. Send a request for a private tour.
Availability:
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