5 Days Max 4,350mModerate Skardu to Astore 4.9 · 62 reviews
Walk across one of the highest plateaus on Earth, 3,000 km² of rolling alpine meadows, wildflower carpets, crystal rivers and Himalayan brown bears. Starting from Skardu and emerging in Astore, this is a remote 5 day crossing rarely done as a through trek. Sheosar Lake, Bara Pani and complete wilderness are your companions.
Trek Itinerary
Day 1, Skardu to Sheosar Camp
4x4 to Deosai entry. Trek across undulating plateau to camp at Sheosar Lake (4,142m).
Day 2, Sheosar to Bara Pani
Full plateau crossing day. Brown bear sightings common at dawn. Wildflower meadows in July. Camp at Bara Pani (4,350m).
Day 3, Bara Pani to Chilam
Exit the main plateau. Trek down through transition zone toward Astore Valley.
Days 4 to 5, Chilam to Astore & Skardu
Reach Astore village. Jeep back to Skardu via different route.
Highlights
Sheosar Lake at 4,142mHimalayan Brown BearsWildflower Meadows (July)Bara Pani & Crystal RiversComplete WildernessEmerge into Astore Valley
What's Included
4x4 transport
Camping equipment
All meals
Deosai park permit
Guide
Not Included
Insurance
Personal gear
Trek Information
Max Altitude
4,350m (Bara Pani)
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Route
Skardu to Astore
Open
June October only
Fitness
Moderate
Best Season
July for wildflowers
Questions
Very likely in July and August, especially at dawn near Sheosar Lake and Bara Pani. Our guides know the best viewing spots.
Even in July, temperatures drop to 2 to 8°C at night on the plateau. We provide proper sleeping bags rated to minus 10°C.