Hunza Valley – Batura Glacier Trek

The Batura Glacier Trek in Hunza Valley offers an unforgettable journey along one of the longest glaciers outside the polar regions—stretching over 56 kilometers. Surrounded by the stunning peaks of the Batura Muztagh, including Passu Sar and Shispare, this trek blends dramatic mountain scenery with cultural immersion. The trail passes through traditional Wakhi villages, lush pastures, and flower-filled meadows, making it one of the most scenic and culturally rich treks in the Karakoram. Ideal for moderate trekkers, it offers spectacular views without extreme altitude challenges.

Tour Overview

Islamabad – Gilgit/Chilas – Passu – Yunzbin – Yashpart – Guchashim – Gulmit – Gilgit – Bisham – Islamabad

Why Choose This Tour?

Glacial Wonderland

Walk alongside one of the world’s longest non-polar glaciers (56km) with stunning views of the Batura Muztagh peaks

Cultural Richness

Interact with Wakhi communities in traditional villages along the route

Accessible Adventure

Experience high-altitude trekking without extreme elevation challenges

Photographic Paradise

Capture dramatic contrasts of blue ice seracs against 7,000m peaks

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

ISLAMABAD

Arrival in Islamabad.

Day 02

ISLAMABAD – GILGIT/CHILAS

Fly to Gilgit or drive to Chilas (09 hrs drive by van).

Day 03

GILGIT/CHILAS – PASSU (2680m)

08 hrs drive by van to Passu. Begin trekking/camping.

Day 04

PASSU – YUNZBIN (2930m)

Easy trek for 03 hours.

Day 05

YUNZBIN – YASHPART (3200m)

Trek for 06 hours.

Day 06

YASHPART – GUCHASHIM (3700m)

Trek for 05 hours.

Day 07,08

GUCHASHIM – GUCHASHIM

05-04 hrs trek (Exploration/Rest days).

Day 09

GULMIT – GILGIT

03 hrs by van/jeep from Gulmit to Gilgit. End of trekking/camping.

Day 10

GILGIT – BISHAM

08 hrs by van/jeep.

Day 11

BISHAM – ISLAMABAD

08 hrs by van/jeep.

Day 12

FLY OUT

Transfer to the Airport for onward flight to abroad.

What's Included

Assistance upon arrival/departure
Hotel accommodation with full board meals
All meals during trek as per itinerary
Porterage of 16 kg per person
Road transfers between airport/hotel and within city as per itinerary
Sleeping tents, mattresses, mess, kitchen and toilet tent with tables/field stools and camping ground fees
Kitchen equipment, crockery, cutlery, fuel and related community gear
Wages of English speaking guide, sardar, cook and assistant (s)
Insurance of our field staff and low altitude porters (except helicopter rescue)
Porterage at airports, hotels, toll taxes and parking fee etc
A bottle of mineral water per person per day basis in cities, boiled water during the trek

What's Not Included

International airfare, airport tax, excess baggage charges
Sleeping bags, personal and climbing equipment of any kind high altitude food and oxygen
Medications, ground evacuations and helicopter rescue charges of any kind
Room services, laundry, beverages, phone/communication bills and items of personal nature
Insurance liability of member (s) and other under force majeure conditions
Any other service not mentioned in this condition sheet

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Fixed Departure Dates

Contact for Price

per person

Duration

12 Days

Season

June – October

Group Size

6-12 people

Difficulty

Moderate

Hunza Valley – Batura Glacier Trek

Tour Overview