Deosai

Deosai Plains

Deosai Plains quick facts

Height above sea level: 13,500 ft; about 4,110 m
Nearest city: Skardu; About 30 km from Skardu to the park entrance via Sadpara (about 1.5–2 hours by jeep)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 2°C to 17°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -35°C to -15°C (road usually closed)
Tourists per year: About 60,000 (2018, Deosai National Park staff, reported by Pamir Times)

Famous for

The world's second-highest plateau (average 4,114 m), a national park famous for summer wildflowers and the endangered Himalayan brown bear; called the 'Land of Giants'.

Temperatures are typical seasonal ranges. Mountain weather changes quickly, so check the forecast before you travel.

About Deosai Plains

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 13,500 ft (about 4,110 m)
Nearest city: Skardu — About 30 km from Skardu to the park entrance via Sadpara (about 1.5–2 hours by jeep)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 2°C to 17°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -35°C to -15°C (road usually closed)
Tourists per year: About 60,000 (2018, Deosai National Park staff, reported by Pamir Times)

Famous for: The world's second-highest plateau (average 4,114 m), a national park famous for summer wildflowers and the endangered Himalayan brown bear; called the 'Land of Giants'.