Gilgit | گلگت

Located in the Karakoram mountain range of Naltar Valley, in Gilgit-Baltistan, Naltar ski resort is one of the most popular ski areas in Pakistan. It is at a top elevation of 2,950 metres and has served as the main facility for the Ski Federation of Pakistan.

Moreover, it has served as the venue for the Pakistan National Ski Championship, which saw international skiers gathering from across the globe to participate in ski races and test their skiing skills on the slopes of Naltar Ski Resort. Different winter activities such as snowboarding, ice skating and ice hockey competitions are also held at Naltar Ski Resort during the winter season.

Distance from airport

Those travelling to this destination have to get to Gilgit Airport first. After covering 43 km, which could be a 2-hour drive, you will reach Naltar Valley Ski Resort.

Shandur Polo Festival (3700 meters) is celebrated at the world’s highest polo ground in Babusar every year by polo teams of Gilgit-Baltistan. The ground is lush green and a great tourist spot in Pakistan for camping during the summer season in July. The polo festival is held in August each year. The teams compete with each other and the festival is enjoyed by thousands of people from all over Pakistan. The Tourism Department of Gilgit-Baltistan organizes the festival. 

The festivalis an amazing sports festival celebrated by the tribes of Gilgit and Chitral, providing a wholesome cultural experience. The tribes first meet at the Shandur Pass in the glorious Hindukush mountain range. The ground is adjacent to Shandur Lake.