Skardu is the gateway to some of the highest mountains on earth, and a destination worth the journey in its own right. From the view at Shangrila Resort to the blue waters of Satpara and Upper Kachura lakes, the valley is full of quiet, wide-open beauty.
History lovers can explore Skardu Fort and the Khaplu Fort, while the Sarfranga cold desert offers something you rarely see next to snow peaks: golden dunes you can jeep across. The drive in along the Indus, and the flight over Nanga Parbat, are adventures of their own.
With its bazaars, its forts and its lakes, Skardu pairs perfectly with Hunza in one journey, and makes a strong base for treks like K2 Basecamp and the valleys of Baltistan.
