The Skardu Cherry Blossom Tour brings you to the ancient valleys of Baltistan at the most magical moment of the year — when the apricot, cherry and almond orchards of Shigar Valley burst into bloom against a dramatic backdrop of snow-capped Karakoram peaks. The blossom season in Skardu is less crowded than Hunza but arguably even more beautiful.
Shigar Valley Orchards
The Shigar Valley is the heartland of the Skardu blossom. Ancient apricot orchards surround stone villages, traditional watermills and the restored Shigar Fort Heritage Hotel. Walking through these orchards in full bloom — with the Karakoram walls rising 5,000 metres above — is an experience of extraordinary beauty.
Kharpocho Fort
The 16th-century Kharpocho Fort above Skardu town is framed by blossom trees in spring, with the entire Skardu valley visible below. The combination of ancient architecture and spring flowers is quintessential Baltistan.
Satpara Lake in Spring
The brilliant blue Satpara Lake is at its most vibrant in spring, when snowmelt turns the surrounding streams crystal clear and early wildflowers appear on the banks.
Related Tours: Hunza Cherry Blossom Tour | Baltistan Cultural Tour | Skardu Autumn Tour