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Basho Valley is one of Skardu's best kept secrets, a dense pine forest and alpine meadow valley that most tourists never see. This tour combines Skardu's classic lakes with two nights camping deep in Basho's silent forest, the perfect antidote to the busier circuits.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1, Arrive Skardu
Drive or fly into Skardu. Check in. Evening visit to Shangrila Resort.
Day 2, Drive to Basho Valley
Jeep into Basho Valley, dense pine forest opening into highland meadows. Set up camp by the river.
Day 3, Basho Valley Exploration
Full day trekking through the forest and meadows. Visit local shepherd settlements. Campfire dinner under incredible stars.
Day 4, Return to Skardu
Trek back to the jeep point. Drive to Skardu. Afternoon at Upper Kachura Lake.
Day 5, Departure
Final morning in Skardu. Transfer to airport or begin road journey home.
Tour Highlights
Shangrila ResortBasho Valley Pine ForestAlpine Meadow CampingRiver Side TrekkingStargazing NightsLocal Shepherd Villages
What's Included
4x4 jeep transport
Camping equipment for 2 nights
Hotel for remaining nights with breakfast
All meals while camping
Guide
Not Included
Lunches and dinners in Skardu city
Personal expenses
Tour Information
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Travel Mode
By Road
Camping
2 nights in Basho Valley
Fitness
Moderate
Best Time
June September
Where You'll Stay
Camping in Basho Valley
2 nights in proper expedition tents by the river.
Skardu city hotel
2 nights before and after the Basho extension.
Questions About This Tour
No, it remains one of Skardu's least visited valleys, which is exactly its appeal. Expect total quiet and dense pine forest unlike anywhere else near Skardu.
We provide quality tents, sleeping bags and all meals. The valley has a flowing river for fresh water and the forest provides natural shelter from wind.