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Majestic and Serene, Hunza Valley offers you a heady mix of beautiful and high landscapes, historical forts and orchid farms rich in organic food, glimpses into Chinese culture, mind-blowing local food, undiluted snow-covered peaks, and undeniable romantic vibes. A holiday in the Northern part of Pakistan’s party destination could be easily become a life-lasting affair if you do one thing – Book your tour package in one of the best Hunza tour packages and explore the beautiful destination that dots the region.

Planned your Hunza trip and packed your bags already? Let the ride begin. To help you out, we have sorted some of the ideal places to visit in Hunza valley in no particular order.

Places to Visit in Hunza Valley:

Karimabad	Passu Cones
Duiker	Attabad Lake
Altit Fort	Buddha Carvings
Baltit Fort	Sost Border
Bazaars of Hunza	Borith Lake
Hussaini Suspension Bridge	Gojal Valley
Nagar Valley	Sust Border
Rakaposhi View Point	Khunjerab National Park
Hoper Glacier
Hunza De Café
Eagles Nest
Gulmit
Passu Glacier

1. Karimabad, The Capital of Hunza

 

One of the most spectacular villages in Hunza Valley, Karimabad welcomes you to its golden sand and spellbinding natural scenic views. Blessed with vibrant apricot trees colors s and swaying cherry trees, the place offers a chilled-out party vibe. Whether you are looking for adventurous activities and water sports or just a relaxed day under the sun, Karimabad fits your pocket ranges. There’s more! The Small market at Karimabad, which is organized every day, gives you an option to experience the lively shopping culture Hunza is known for.

• Activities: Canoeing, Trekking, Hiking, Musical Nights, Yoga, Kayaking, Paragliding, Community tour, and shopping

2. Duiker Hunza Valley

An adventurous place in Hunza valley, Duiker is the viewpoint of the complete valley. The pristine viewpoint is peppered with snow-covered peaks. Birds and cliffs further add to its splendid beauty. It is also one of the places for eagles nesting sites also known as eagles nest, which gives you all the one reasons to visit Hunza Valley Duiker. You want to relax and rejuvenate, make your way to Duiker and you will come back in a happy mood. 

• Activities: Sightseeing, Hiking, Camping 

3. Baltit Fort Hunza Valley

Counted amongst the oldest forts in Hunza Valley, Baltit fort boasts of a rich past and history of the legends living once with it. Prince Agha Khan stayed at this fort during their stay at Hunza Valley. Fort named after the people of Baltistan so it’s called Baltit fort. Today the fort is the location of the top of Bazaar and you can enjoy majestic views of the surroundings from this fort.

• Location: Hunza
• Timings: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm; every day

4. Altit Fort Hunza Valley

This fort is famous for its royal garden and local communities living around it. Old women sitting in colonies wearing local traditional dresses and talking with each other. A swimming pool is a skating place in winters. Views from the Altit fort are incredible and mesmerizing

• Location: Karimabad
• Timings: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm; every day

5. Cafe In Hunza

This fort is famous for its royal garden and local communities living around it. Old women sitting in colonies wearing local traditional dresses and talking with each other. A swimming pool is a skating place in winters. Views from the Altit fort are incredible and mesmerizing

• Location: Karimabad
• Timings: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm; every day

Hunza Valley may have the reputation for being quieter and fewer options for dining out than other Northern areas, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a coffee here. In fact, there are several places to visit in Hunza Valley at night or day and chill out. Some of the best cafe spots in the Hunza are:

The Baltit Cafe

• Location: Near Baltit Fort
• Timings: 11:30 am to 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm to 12:00 am;
• Cost for two (approx.): PKR 200

The Hunza De Cafe

• Location:  Royal Garden
• Timings: 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm; every day
• Cost for two (approx.): PKR 150

6. Hussaini Suspension Bridge