Passu Batura Trek
The Batura trek is the most accessible of the giant Karakorum Glaciers from the Karakorum Highway. It stretches west for about 65km with more than 10 peaks above 7000 m. This trek is an easy stroll along a flower-filled gully between the lateral moraine of the Batura Glacier and the mountains. It is one of the finest in the Karakorum, with beautiful landscapes and no major difficulties. Most of the trek is through Ablation Valley along streams, with almost no steep sections. The mountain views of Batura, Passu, and Shispar Peak are superb. The Passu women who spend the summer in the pastureland beside the glacier are friendly to female trekkers. Spending time with the Passu people and their yaks in the pasture allows a glimpse into their unique way of mountain life.
The views of the six Batura Peaks and the huge ice-fall from them to the glacier below are among the more remarkable mountain scenes in the Karakorum.
HIGHLIGHTS OF TREK
- Location: Situated in the breathtaking Hunza Valley in northern Pakistan, this trek offers incredible views of the Karakoram Range.
- Starting Point: The journey begins at Passu village, a quaint and picturesque settlement on the Karakoram Highway.
- passu Glacier: The trek traverses along the Batura Glacier, one of the largest and longest glaciers outside the polar regions.
- Duration: Typically, the trek takes around 8–12 days, depending on the route and weather conditions.
