7-Day Islamabad to Deosai National Park Itinerary
(Includes food, accommodation, transportation, and logistics for a smooth adventure.)
Trip Overview:
Duration:
7 Days
Route:
Islamabad → Chilas → Astore → Deosai Plains → Sheosar Lake → Skardu → Islamabad
Best Time to Visit:
June - September
Accommodation:
Hotels (Chilas, Astore, Skardu), Camping (Deosai Plains)
Transport:
Private car + 4x4 Jeep for Deosai
Road Condition:
Good till Astore, Off-road from Astore to Deosai
Special Attractions:
Rama Lake, Deosai Plains, Sheosar Lake, Bara Pani, Skardu
Day 1: Islamabad to Chilas (Long Journey!)
Departure:
Early morning (~4 AM) from Islamabad via Karakoram Highway.
Route:
Islamabad → Mansehra → Besham → Dassu → Chilas.
Travel Time:
~12-14 hours.
Breakfast:
Stop at
Mansehra or Besham
.
Lunch:
Stop at
Dassu or Chilas
.
Arrival in Chilas:
Late evening.
Dinner & Stay:
Shangrila Chilas / Panorama Hotel Chilas
.
Day 2: Chilas to Astore & Rama Lake
Breakfast:
Early morning in Chilas.
Drive to Astore Valley:
~3 hours via Karakoram Highway.
Lunch:
At Astore town.
Drive to Rama Lake:
~1-hour Jeep ride.
Activities at Rama Lake:
Short hike to
Rama Meadows & Lake
.
Enjoy
breathtaking reflections of Nanga Parbat
in the lake.
Drive back to Astore:
Late evening.
Dinner & Stay:
PTDC Motel Astore / Wazir Guest House
.
Day 3: Astore to Deosai National Park (Camping Adventure)
Breakfast:
Early morning in Astore.
Drive to Deosai National Park:
~3-4 hours via
Chilam Pass
(4x4 Jeep required).
Visit Sheosar Lake:
One of the
highest lakes in the world (4,142m)
.
Lunch:
At Sheosar Lake (packed or camp-style).
Drive to Bara Pani:
Beautiful river crossing & best camping spot
.
Activities:
Enjoy the
wildlife (Himalayan brown bears, golden marmots)
.
Stargazing & Bonfire
at night.
Dinner & Stay:
Camping in Deosai Plains (Bara Pani Campsite)
.
Day 4: Explore Deosai & Drive to Skardu
Breakfast:
Morning at the campsite.
Drive through Deosai National Park:
Enjoy
amazing landscapes & wildlife
.
Visit Sadpara Lake:
Scenic alpine lake near Skardu
.
Lunch:
At Skardu town.
Activities in Skardu:
Visit
Shigar Fort (Serena Hotel for tea & historical exploration)
.
Explore
local Skardu Bazaar
.
Dinner & Stay:
Shangrila Resort / Serena Hotel Skardu
.
Day 5: Skardu & Surroundings Exploration
Breakfast:
Morning in Skardu.
Visit Upper Kachura Lake:
Short hike & boat ride in crystal-clear water
.
Drive to Mantokha Waterfall:
A stunning hidden gem near Skardu
.
Lunch:
At a local Balti restaurant.
Relaxing Evening in Skardu:
Visit
Satpara Dam
for sunset views.
Dinner & Stay: Shangrila Resort / Serena Hotel Skardu.
Day 6: Skardu to Chilas
Breakfast:
Early morning in Skardu.
Drive Back to Chilas:
~8-10 hours via Karakoram Highway.
Lunch:
Midway stop.
Relax in Chilas:
Short break before a long return journey.
Dinner & Stay:
Shangrila Chilas / Panorama Hotel
.
Day 7: Return to Islamabad
Breakfast:
Early morning in Chilas.
Drive Back to Islamabad:
~12-14 hours.
Lunch:
Midway stop at Dassu or Besham.
Dinner:
Stop at Abbottabad or Mansehra.
Arrival in Islamabad: Late night.
Estimated Cost Per Person (Full Package)
Hotels (Astore, Skardu, Chilas):
PKR 6,000 - 12,000 per night.
Camping in Deosai:
PKR 3,000 - 5,000 per night.
Food:
PKR 2,500 - 3,500 per day.
Transport:
Private Car (Islamabad to Astore/Skardu):
PKR 50,000 - 70,000 round trip.
4x4 Jeep Rental (Astore to Deosai & Skardu):
PKR 12,000 - 15,000 per day.
✅ What’s Included?
✔️ All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
✔️ Hotels & Camping (As per itinerary).
✔️ Private Car & Jeep for Transport.
✔️ Camping Gear & Local Guide for Deosai.
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