Welcome To Skardu

A popular gateway to enjoy the North of Pakistan
PAF Also Welcomes You

Skardu Airport also serves the Pakistan Air Force. Recently numerous F-16's were parked here because of war conflict with it's neighbor India. This area is disputed territory.
Bus Transport..

Due to military operations here, we are transported to the terminal area where foreigners are registered
Free Airport Pick Up

Personal service by hotel owner himself
The Airport Shuttle

With good conversation about the area and our host who was a popular movie producer. Also, his mother was a very involved in local politics.
Baltistan Fort Views

Stunning..
Baltistan Fort

An eco-friendly hotel from it's core foundation which used 800 bags of cement which was offset by planting 100 trees.
Car And Driver..

Although I had self-drive in mind while visiting Skardu, I'm convinced it's safer and more economical to hire a driver. Instead of 14k per day plus fuel cost, I will pay 5.5k per day plus fuel.
Snack Bag..

Not long after checking in, it's a stop at a roadside shop and a tour around Skardu begins
Doughnuts.. And Lays

Had to pass up local pastries but I'm disappointed in the donut that's too dry for me. However, having Texas BBQ in Texas, Now son that's a treat..
On The Road Again..

Seeing views I enjoy seeing view again and again.. Pakistani country song.. artist unknown
I 💕 Skardu...

Hard not too.. It's the gateway to K2 and so many other cool attractions to enjoy in Pakistan
Unreal

Surrounded by mountains so grand it makes them seem imaginary. I'm living inside a postcard
Boys Only...

Very common to see separate gender government schools as we drove around and lots of signs promoting education
City Streets..

Busy and hectic but everything stll seems to flow
If It Looks Like..

A Pakistani Duck.. it's probably a...
Just A Kid On A Bike..

A Lone Wolf.. as it seems more common to see children here playing together
Another Postcard Moment

Local Grapes..

Small and so sweet..
Upper Karchura Lake

A beautiful surprise after about a 10-15 minute walk from the car park
Taking A Ride

Upper Karchura Lake isn't relatively that large, but you do have the opportunity for watersports activities and zip lining
Crisp Colours

That complimented each other for a perfect match
Zip Lining With A View

Too Quick A Return

For 2500 rpk person, I expected more time on the lake to soak it all in. I wanted a slow boat to China experience