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- Duration
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- Highest point
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- Difficulty
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- Season
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Trek · Naltar valley
Naltar Lakes Walk
An easy two-day walk in the forested Naltar valley near Gilgit, from Naltar Bala to Satrangi Lake and the smaller lakes beyond.
- Duration
- 2 days
- Highest point
- 3,215 m
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- June–September
- Price
- Price to be confirmed
Photo: Syed Hussain Ali Gillani · CC BY-SA 4.0
Overview
Naltar is a pine-forested side valley north of Gilgit, known for its alpine lakes and as a winter ski area. From the upper village of Naltar Bala a dirt track follows the stream through the forest to Satrangi, the largest of the lakes, whose name refers to its shifting colours.
Most visitors drive the track, but walking it lets you enjoy the forest and stream at a slower pace. Smaller lakes lie further up the valley and make a good extension on foot.
- Satrangi Lake, the largest of the Naltar lakes
- Pine forest and meadows along the Naltar stream
- Smaller lakes higher up the valley
- Easy access from Gilgit
Itinerary
Day 1
Gilgit to Naltar Bala
Drive from Gilgit into the Naltar valley, then an afternoon walk around the village and forest. Timing varies with road and weather conditions.
Overnight: Guesthouse in Naltar
Day 2
Walk to Satrangi Lake and return to Gilgit
Walk the forest track beside the stream to Satrangi Lake, explore the lakes nearby, then return by jeep to Naltar and on to Gilgit.
Highest point: 3,215 m
Practical information
- Accommodation
- Guesthouses
- Suitable for
- Families, Trekkers, Photographers, University groups, Corporate groups, Private groups
What’s included
Included
- Transport between Gilgit and Naltar
- Walking guide
- One night's guesthouse accommodation
- Meals during the walk
- Jeep pick-up from the lakes
Not included
- Accommodation in Gilgit
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Personal gear
What to bring
Essential
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm fleece for the evening
- Light rain jacket
- Sun protection
- Water bottle
- Daypack
Optional and useful
- Camera and polarising filter for the lake colours
- Picnic supplies
- Binoculars
- Insect repellent
Good to know
Important notes and restrictions
- The lake track is shared with jeeps in summer; walk on the stream side where possible.
- Heavy snow closes vehicle access outside the summer season.
- Suitable for most fitness levels; distances can be shortened by jeep.
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