Complete Guide To Skardu

Complete Guide To Skardu

Explore Skardu's top attractions, lakes, culture and best activities. This is a comprehensive guide to one of the most beautiful valleys in Pakistan.

Sana Ali
Sana Ali
8/27/2026
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Skardu is a city located in Gilgit−Baltistan, Pakistan, and serves as the capital of the Skardu District. Skardu is situated at an elevation of nearly 2,500 metres (8,202 feet) in the Skardu Valley, at the confluence of the Indus and Shigar Rivers.

Top Attractions

The valley is an important gateway to the eight-thousanders of the nearby Karakoram Mountain range. The town is located on the Indus river, which separates the Karakoram Range from the Himalayas.

  • Shangrila Resort
  • Deosai National Park
  • Sheosar Lake
  • Basho Valley

When to Visit

The best time to visit Skardu is from April to October. During this time, the weather is pleasant and the roads are clear of snow.

Skardu can be reached by road from Islamabad via the Karakoram Highway and Skardu Road. There are also daily flights from Islamabad to Skardu Airport.

The mountains are calling and I must go.

Enjoy your trip to this beautiful paradise!

Sana Ali
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Sana Ali

Travel enthusiast and professional photographer based in Islamabad. I love exploring the northern areas of Pakistan.