The central part of the valley is the most popular and the one people talks about when they say they are travelling to Hunza Valley.
My time at the valley was one of the most refreshing of all my trips, mainly because of the lively people and beautiful landscape that gives out countless feel-good vibes.
Read on ahead as I unravel my journey to the Hunza valley and present a complete guide on what to do, where to stay, and how to prepare for the lifetime trip to Hunza valley.
The people of Hunza are known as the Hunzakuts who are fair-skinned and speak the almost unknown language Burushaski. Most of the locals in the region are Ismaili Muslims and are very generous in accommodating tourists.
You will find that you are always welcomed in the hotels, restaurants, cafés, and homes of the people of Hunza valley. One of the best parts of visiting the valley for me was to get to know about the history and culture of the locals there.
Trekking and Hiking Gear: There are quite a few trekking and hiking locations in Hunza valley and nearby such as the Baltit Fort and Ultar Base Camp. Most of the time, particularly in Karimabad and other cities, you will have to walk through slightly hilly terrains so you should keep your big boots with you for the trip.
Food Items and Water Bottles: If you choose to go to Hunza through road via bus then keep in mind that there are not a lot of stops where you will find food and water supplies. When in Islamabad, it is advised that you keep basic food items and a few water bottles with you to quench the thirst along the way.
Local Sim Card: There are no service centers to register sim cards for you in Hunza valley so you will have to purchase a local sim card either from Islamabad or from Gilgit. The internet speed is not fantastic, but you get EDGE internet speeds and sometimes even 3G in those parts, so it is sufficient to get by.
Travel Essentials: Keep your sunblock, warm clothes, spare pair of boots, and camping gear with you when travelling to Hunza valley (if you will be visiting other places or want to hike to the mountain ranges).
As for the daily budget for your trip, it can range between 4000 PKR to 5000 PKR which includes accommodation and three sizeable meals at the local cafés. You will not find anything too expensive and should be able to get by in as little as 1500 PKR as well if you prefer walking over renting out jeeps and sleeping in dorms.
Hunza valley is one of the most popular tourist sites in the country, and there are many hotels that you can choose from to stay in. My experience is that there is very little difference between the hotels in terms of costs and facilities, but it comes down to the view.
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