Naltar valley

Naltar is a pine forest village in Gilgit at a distance of 40 km from Gilgit city at an elevation of 9,680 feet. It is famous for its scenery and wildlife. Various animals can be seen while moving toward Naltar valley. Naltar is the second Ski Resort in Pakistan.

Up to Nomal, road is fine and any type of vehicle can be used to come there. Then trek leads to Naltar Bala becomes too much rocky and rough. So 4x4 jeep is required and that can be hired from Gilgit. The trek becomes a rugged and narrow as move on. The soft dirt spreading out from the jeep's tires while moving alongside the rushing Naltar River torrent. The sharp sound of water while pushing the stones in it makes the valley on its rhythms.

After one to two hour journey, you are in front of a massive and breathtaking meadows framed by deep green pine forests with snow-dusted alpine ridges. It is really a charming and fantastic view on the foot of Naltar Peak and Naltar Pass. You feel its openness when cool winds are coming by touching the Naltar Peak and gt gives you the deep relaxation of peace.

Naltar Ski Resort

In Naltar Ski Resort, chairlift is also available at specific times. Ski competitions, supervised by PAF, are held there in winter season. In winter season, it becomes a favorite spot due to snow, whereas in summer snow is not available but it scenic pine forest views.

To protect the wildlife in area, large size area is reserved to provide natural environment to wildlife. This reserved area is known as the Naltar Wildlife Sanctuary. Visitors are also able to observe the life of various kind of wildlife.

Lakes in Naltar Valley

Satrangi lake is located at 10 kilometers from Naltar Bala. Trek is bumpy and rock, so 4x4 jeep is required to access it. Jeeps are normally available in Gilgit. And they charge from 6,000 to 8,000 per jeep. After a certain point, hiking is performed to view the lake. Due to presence of green algae and underwater flora, it creates multiple color effect. Therefore, it is known as Satrangi lake.

After 4x4 jeep track, a short trekking is performed to access another stunning blue color alpine lake, known as Blue Lake or Pari Lake. It is rocky and inclined trek, so little effort is required while trekking there. But you will get most exciting and splendid scenic views those are never forgettable. Specially when you will the first view of the Blue lake, you forget all of troubles and efforts of the trek. It looks like a blue gem in the high-altitude mountain ranges. It is a landslide area, so before begin trek, confirm its conditions from locals. For more security, you must hire a local guide for this purpose. Guide will be available within the cost of 1,000 to 1,500 rupee.

Naltar Lakes, also known as Bashkiri Lakes, is a group of three lakes at a distance of 13 km from Naltar Bala. A narrow road with a stream that is coming from the lake, leads toward Naltar Lake. The fresh water of the stream energizes all of your body muscles and get you ready to trek more. In winter, it is not possible to access the lake due to heavy snow on the road.

After exploring the long trekking in mountains and planning to drive back towards Islamabad, then check out the essential rest stops along the Jaglot Route Guide.

About Nagar

Nagar district is located next to the Gilgit district in Gilgit Baltistan at an altitude of 8,822 feet on the Karakoram Highway. It was part of the Nagar-Hunza district, it is constituted as a separate district in July 2015. Nagar Khas is the major town and administrative headquarter of the Nagar district.