Khunjerab Border Marker
The border monument at 4,693 m inside Khunjerab National Park.
Gilgit-Baltistan
Khunjerab Pass
The highest paved border crossing in the world
4,693 m Summer · Autumn
Overview
The road from Hunza climbs past Passu Cones, Sost and the national park gate to the border marker at Khunjerab.
Wildlife including ibex, marmots and occasionally snow leopard tracks make the park as interesting as the pass itself.
Best time to visit
Usually open May to November, subject to snow.
Weather & season guidance: Demo placeholder — conditions at the pass change fast, even in summer.
How to get there
- Day trip by car or jeep from Karimabad, roughly 4 hours each way.
- National park entry fee applies at the gate.
- Sost is the last town with fuel and food.
Top attractions
Ready-made journeys
Adventure plans including Khunjerab Pass
7 days EasyMid-range
7-Day Hunza Valley Adventure
Hunza Valley · Gilgit · Khunjerab Pass
- Baltit and Altit forts with a local historian
- Sunrise at Duikar viewpoint over the valley
- Boat ride on Attabad Lake
From (demo)
$850
10 days ModeratePremium
10-Day Hunza + Skardu Road Trip
Hunza Valley · Skardu · Gilgit · Khunjerab Pass
- Full Karakoram Highway experience
- Khunjerab Pass and Passu Cones
- Deosai plateau crossing
From (demo)
$1450
Where to stay
Hotels in Khunjerab Pass
Sost Border Inn
Sost, Upper Hunza
The last stop before the pass — basic, warm and well placed.
Guesthouse$HeatingEarly breakfast
From (demo)
$35 / night
Where to eat
Restaurants & local food in Khunjerab Pass
Restaurants for this destination are being added.
Good to know
Khunjerab Pass FAQs
Can I cross into China here?
Crossing rules and opening status change; treat any information here as a placeholder and check official sources.
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