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Gilgit-Baltistan
Khunjerab Pass
4,693 m181 trips available
Best time
June – September
Trip cost
PKR 550 – 1,120,000
Typical length
1 – 28 days
How to reach
Located at the end of the Karakoram Highway, 2 hours from Sust. Accessible by jeep or 4x4 from Gilgit or Hunza. Only open May–October due to snow.
Khunjerab Pass is a mountain pass on the Karakoram Highway in Pakistani-administered Gilgit-Baltistan bordering Xinjiang Autonomous Region of China. It is a high-altitude mountain pass lying at an elevation of 4,693 metres (15,397 ft) above sea level in the Karakoram. It holds a significant strategic position on the northern border of Pakistan, specifically in the Gilgit-Baltistan's Hunza and Nagar districts. Additionally, it is positioned on the southwestern border of China with Pakistan, in the Xinjiang region.
Trips to Khunjerab Pass
181 trips · from PKR 550
USD 550
10 Days on the Road: Epic Bike Journey to Hunza Valley & Islamabad - DNP
Discovernorthpakistan10D / 9Nfrom Karachi
≈ PKR 154,000
USD 765
Photography Tours in Hunza & Gilgit
Pak Tours6D / 5Nfrom Gilgit
≈ PKR 214,200
USD 800
Naltar Valley Tour
Apricot Tours6D / 5Nfrom islamabad
≈ PKR 224,000
USD 850
Hunza Cherry Blossom Tour 2026
Hunza Explorers9 Daysfrom Gilgit
≈ PKR 238,000
USD 980
9 Days Trip to Hunza from Karachi By Road
Exploria9D / 8Nfrom Karachi
≈ PKR 274,400
USD 1,200
Hunza Winter Festival | 2026-27
Apricot Tours9D / 8Nfrom islamabad
≈ PKR 336,000
USD 1,288
10D GILGIT BALTISTAN TOUR
Travel & Culture Services10 Daysfrom Gilgit
≈ PKR 360,640
USD 1,288
10 DAYS HUNZA SKARDU TOUR
Travel & Culture Services10 Daysfrom islamabad
≈ PKR 360,640
USD 1,300USD 13,001
Wildlife Tour Pakistan | 2026-27
Apricot Tours7D / 6Nfrom islamabad
≈ PKR 364,000
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Khunjerab Pass?
Located at the end of the Karakoram Highway, 2 hours from Sust. Accessible by jeep or 4x4 from Gilgit or Hunza. Only open May–October due to snow.
What is the best time to visit Khunjerab Pass?
The best months to visit Khunjerab Pass are June, July, August, September. During these months the weather is most favourable for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Do I need a permit to visit Khunjerab Pass?
No special permit is required for most visitors to this destination. Some high-altitude trekking routes nearby may need an NOC — your tour agency will arrange this if applicable.
Is Khunjerab Pass safe for foreign tourists?
Khunjerab Pass is considered safe and welcoming for tourists. Pakistan's northern regions have seen a significant tourism boom and locals are well accustomed to visitors. Standard travel precautions apply — follow your guide's advice on weather and trail conditions.
Good to know
Permit
No special permit is required for most visitors to this destination. Some high-altitude trekking routes nearby may need an NOC — your tour agency will arrange this if applicable.
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