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Passu Glacier: The Complete Guide

📅 Aug 16, 2026⏱ 6 min read
Editorial note: Prepared by the Pakistan Tours local operations team. Visa, permit, safety, access and price information can change; confirm current official requirements and your written quotation before travel.

Passu, in upper Hunza, is defined by two dramatic natural features, the jagged Passu Cones peaks and the Passu Glacier itself, making it one of the valley's most photographed stops beyond Karimabad.

Passu Cones (Tupopdan)

The Passu Cones, also known as Tupopdan, are a series of sharp, jagged peaks rising dramatically above the village, one of the most instantly recognisable mountain silhouettes in the Karakoram, and a defining backdrop for the whole area.

Passu Glacier

Passu Glacier is reachable via a relatively short, accessible walk from the village, one of the more approachable glaciers in the region for travelers without a serious trekking commitment, offering close-up views of the ice and surrounding moraine.

Batura Glacier

Batura Glacier, stretching roughly 57km, is among the longest glaciers outside the polar regions, a serious trekking objective for experienced trekkers wanting to go beyond the accessible Passu Glacier viewpoint.

Hussaini Suspension Bridge

The Hussaini Bridge, a rickety wood-and-wire suspension bridge over the Hunza River, is a genuine adventure-photography favourite, walking across it is a memorable, mildly nerve-testing experience for most visitors.

Best Time to Visit

June through September for the most reliable access and clearest views of the Cones and glacier.

See our Hunza destination guide for how Passu fits into a wider valley itinerary.

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