Nature & Adventure · Glacier
Passu Glacier
Cathedral of Ice — Where the Karakoram Meets the Sky
Location
Passu Village, Gojal, Upper Hunza
Altitude
~2,400 m
From Karimabad
~75 km (1.5 hrs on KKH)
Best Season
April – October
Walk to Glacier
30–45 min from road
Duration
Day Trip
Overview
Passu Glacier is one of the most accessible and visually dramatic glaciers along the entire Karakoram Highway, located near Passu village in Upper Hunza (Gojal), approximately 15 km north of Attabad Lake. The glacier flows from the Passu Cones — a spectacular jagged row of cathedral-like rock spires that form one of the most photographed skylines in Pakistan. The glacier's snout comes remarkably close to the KKH, making it reachable on foot within 30–45 minutes from the road.
Day Trip from Karimabad or Sost
Depart Karimabad or Sost by vehicle. Drive KKH to Passu village. Park vehicle and take the trail to Passu Glacier snout (30–45 min walk).
Explore the glacier — walk on the moraine, photograph the ice cliffs and Passu Cones. Return to village for lunch at a local cafe.
Cross the Hussaini hanging bridge. Walk along the opposite bank with panoramic views. Optional short hike to Batura Glacier viewpoint (2 hrs return). Return to Karimabad in evening.
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