Karachi to Gilgit

Pakistan is the country known for its beauty and uniqueness about its every city but the beauty of its Northern part is just heavenly matchless. Though all of its parts have diversity in culture and norms but still each stood up as a separate entity when it comes to tourism.

Obscured in the heights of the magnificent Karakoram hills

The beautiful Gilgit city has no precincts and even an introduction is not requisite for the natural majesty of Gilgit that sets it apart from the rest of the country. Bordering with one of the highest mountains and plateaus of the world, Gilgit has one of the most inimitable wild life with the most breathtaking views and mesmeric landscapes.

Flights from Karachi to Gilgit

Flights from Karachi to Gilgit can be grabbed at the most affordable rates by travelling through you favorite airline that you once have experienced before or if not do some search and find the one that has the most reasonable fares. To make your spree super congenial, why not travel with "Fatima Travels"; the master of all travelling solutions. Fatima Travels is one of the most trustworthy travel agency of Pakistan endeavoring best deals with curated content and handy gen that is enough to facilitate you all along your trip. So make Fatima Travel your travelling companion and enjoy the ride to Gilgit that will remain forever in your memory.

Airports serving flights between Karachi and Gilgit

Karachi has Jinnah International airport to commence your flight from whereas your landing will be at Gilgit Airport which is a small domestic airport situated 2.3 km from the city's east. Both of the airports are good to endeavor as much comfort as required by the passengers but your flight will not be a direct one rather than an indirect one via Islamabad.

There is no flight operating directly from Karachi to Gilgit so 1 stopover comes between the two cities. The travelers have to first take flight from Karachi International Airport to Islamabad and then from Islamabad International Airport there flight will be directed to Gilgit Airport.

From airport to the main city

As the Gilgit airport is situated almost 2 km farther from the main city so it will not take to be in the Gilgit city more than 15 minutes. Private vehicles like taxis and cabs are normally used as local transport. Renting jeeps or cars is also a common way of moving around the city. Buses are used to move in the father areas or to another nearby city.

Airlines operating flights form Karachi to Gilgit

Pakistan International Airline (PIA), Serene Air, Air Blue and Shaheen Airlines are some of the prominent airlines that bestow flights between the two cities with 1 stopover (Islamabad).

Duration of flight

As the flight form Karachi to Gilgit is an indirect one so apparently it will take 4 hours and 45 minutes with Islamabad being layover.

Explore the mesmeric beauty of Gilgit

Gilgit has not only the spellbinding beauty but also has amusement activities that will make you to love this city even more. Here is the list of doable and visitation that are worth to do while being in the city of splendor; Gilgit.

• Hunza Valley (a mountainous valley surrounded by magnificent hills; known for its extraordinary enchanting landscape)
• Deosai National Park (an awe- inspiring Plain ranked as the world's second highest alpine plain)
• Shandur Polo Festival (A three day Polo Festival occurred every year in summers at the highest spot in the world known as "the roof of the world")
• Khunjerab National Pass (a high mountain pass in the Karakoram hills stood high giving the enthralling views)
• Baltit Fort (the fort overlooking the stunning views of Karakoram Highway and the river is a perfect spot for the history lovers to come and explore)
• Chaqchan mosque ( "The Miraculous Mosque" the mosque is known for its unique architecture and beautiful design; though having capacity of only 500 the mosque is one of the oldest mosque in Pakistan dated back form 1370)
• Karakoram Highway (a highway with mesmeric sceneries constructed as a symbol of friendship between Pakistan and China in 1979)
• Rainbow Lake (named by the first inhabitants that came to the lake and was named Rainbow because of its inspirational shape)
• K2 mountain (the second highest mountain range in the world covet with white sheet of snow giving Pakistan a proud name in the foreign)
• Yasin Valley (a beautiful valley with high top mountains, soothing atmosphere, turquoise lake of sonorous waves and umbrella of lush green trees)

Accommodations in Gilgit

If you are planning to tour Gilgit then surely you need a place to stay too. Here is a list of accommodations that will aid you a lot whilst planning your staying in Gilgit. Gilgit Serena Hotel, Hotel Riveria, Hunza experience guest house, Salai Silk route and New Green Hotel are some of the most appreciated accommodations in Gilgit by the tourists.

Best time to tour Gilgit

Gilgit is literally a destination that is all around the year one because every month of the year is full of hustle and bustle in Gilgit. Gilgit is usually a low temperature city so if you are travelling form Karachi then do pack yourself in something wooly and hot because in winters the temperature keeps on going in minuses. Summer is the best time to visit Gilgit and specifically the months of June, July and August that proffer a lot to the tourist. April and May has Apricot Blossom in bloom in Hunza, Shigar and Khaplu is often referred as the flower season because the coral pink flowers and a mild fragrance of them will surely boast up your mood. July and August will bring you Wildflowers at their best in the Deosai Plains and are the best months for camping ad trekking. April to September is the Trout fishing Season that will endow you to make some delicious food while sitting nearby a turquoise lake. Watch some beautiful shades of brown in the autumn while being in Hunza Valley and who would not love to see the most anticipated polo festival of Shandur in July?

Best time to book your flight

The best time to book your flight to Gilgit is the off- season when the city receives a bit less tourism. Usually winters are too cold to visit Gilgit so try to book your flight in the winters. Try to book as prior your flight as you can as it will bring cheapest flights to you. Being flexible with your dates is another way to save your pocket.