How cold is Deosai at night?
Even in summer it can drop near freezing — warm layers are essential.
6-day itinerary
6-Day Skardu & Deosai Journey
Lakes, cold desert and an overnight camp on the 4,000 m Deosai plateau.
6 days ModerateSummerMid-range
Route
Skardu → Shigar → Deosai → Sadpara → Skardu
Day by day
- 1
Arrive Skardu
Airport pickup, rest and evening at Katpana desert.
- 2
Lakes day
Shangrila, Upper Kachura and Sadpara Lake.
- 3
Shigar valley
Shigar Fort, apricot orchards and village walk.
- 4
Into Deosai
Jeep transfer over Sadpara to the plateau; camp at Bara Pani.
- 5
Deosai wildlife
Sheosar Lake, brown bear and marmot spotting, return to Skardu.
- 6
Departure
Transfer to airport or onward road to Gilgit.
Highlights
- Overnight camp on the Deosai Plains
- Shangrila and Upper Kachura lakes
- Katpana cold desert at sunset
- Shigar valley and fort
What's included
- 4x4 jeep transport
- Camping equipment
- Hotel nights in Skardu
- Guide and camp cook
- Park fees
Not included
- Airfare
- Some meals
- Sleeping bag hire
- Insurance
Accommodation
Three hotel nights in Skardu plus one supported tented camp on Deosai.
Transport
Jeeps with local drivers for all plateau sections.
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Where you might stay
Recommended hotels on this route
Shangrila Lakeside Resort
Lower Kachura, Skardu
Cottages set in gardens on the shore of Lower Kachura Lake.
Resort$$$Lake viewBoating
From (demo)
$130 / night
Indus View Hotel
Skardu city centre
Practical, well-run base in Skardu city with expedition-friendly service.
Hotel$$Gear storageAirport transfer
From (demo)
$60 / night