Hunza

Passu Cones

Cathedral-like granite spires above Passu village on the Upper Hunza KKH.

Passu Cones quick facts

Height above sea level: 20,050 ft; about 6,110 m
Nearest city: Karimabad; About 48 km to Passu village (about 1 hour by road on the Karakoram Highway)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 12°C to 25°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -12°C to 1°C

Famous for

The jagged, cathedral-like spires of Tupopdan (6,106 m) above Passu village in Gojal, one of the most photographed mountain views on the Karakoram Highway.

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

About Passu Cones

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 20,050 ft (about 6,110 m)
Nearest city: Karimabad — About 48 km to Passu village (about 1 hour by road on the Karakoram Highway)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 12°C to 25°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -12°C to 1°C

Famous for: The jagged, cathedral-like spires of Tupopdan (6,106 m) above Passu village in Gojal, one of the most photographed mountain views on the Karakoram Highway.

Passu Cones rise over Passu on the way to Khunjerab. Listed on day 6 of the Skardu Hunza tour by air with Gulmit photo stops.