BATURA GLACER

Battura Glacier - Shimshal Valley Heli Trip
Range: KARAKORAM
Zone: Open
Duration: 11 Days
Best Time: Mid April - End October

Heli treks combine the thrill of trekking in the glacial surroundings around Biafo/Hispar with the pleasure of flying over the colorful valleys of Shimshal and Hunza in their spring and Autumn glory affording magnificent mountain scenery with glimpses of Latoks, Diran, Paiyu, Kanjurth Sar, Dastagil Sar, Momhill sar, etc. It is for people who want a short holiday in the mountains with its physical and visual pleasures.

Trip Itinerary:

Day 01 Islamabad:
Arrive Islamabad. Transfer to hotel.

Day 02 Skardu/Besham:
a) Fly to Skardu subject to weather. Transfer to Hotel.
b) In case of flight cancellation drive to Besham. Hotel.

Day 03: Free day at Skardu for sightseeing or complete road journey to Gilgit. Hotel.

Day 04 Hunza:
Drive to Hunza. Afternoon sightseeing. Hotel.

Day 05 Battura Glacier/Shimshal Valley:
a) Heli trip over Battura glacier and Shimshal Valley and land at Gulmit. Hotel.
b) In case of cancellation of heli flight due to bad weather then excursion to Khunjerab Pass and back to Gulmit. Hotel.

Day 06 : 2nd spare day for heli flight or excursion to Gulkin Glacier, Borit Lake. Hotel.

Day 07: 3rd spare day for heli flight or drive to Hunza and excursion to Hoper Glacier. Hotel.

Day 08: Drive to Gilgit. Hotel.

Day 09: Fly to Islamabad or drive to Besham. Hotel.

Day 10: Day free at Islamabad or drive to Islamabad. Hotel.

Day 11: Transfer to airport for your homebound flight.

Services Included:

* Airport/road transfers in AC coach and four wheels drive jeep.
* Helicopter expenses as per itinerary on hourly basis.
* Hotel accommodation with all meals.
* Services of English speaking guide.
* Porterage at airport and hotels, toll taxes and parking fee etc.
* Insurance of our guide.