Famous Tourist Attractions: Attabad Lake

Attabad Lake in Pakistan is one of the most famous tourist attraction sites from Hunza valley. The site has been surrounded on four sides by different mountains and valleys, hence they are not easy to access by road and only a few vehicles could pass through them. 

This place should be visited due to its unique features like lush green hills and deep blue waters that make you feel your mind full.

Attabad Lake is located at an altitude of 6,848 feet (2,912 meters). It lies on the edge of Chilas River, so travelers can enjoy stunning sunrises over this beautiful scene.

However, this site also has some difficulties related to traffic control: there is a long hike from Marvel Chowk towards Zuluk Hill top and then back down; if you want to get down from the hill and start hiking, you need to take off all the shoes before reaching the bottom. Also, this location has no electricity or sewage system so all these facilities can be difficult to come by.

So, here is everything you need to know about reaching Attabad Lake:

Best time to go to Attabad Lake

The best time to go from Islamabad to Attabad Lake is early morning. There will be lots of light from the sunset, and it is necessary to stay up late because of the lack of traffic. You can reach the peak in just five hours from Islamabad, and you can walk up after lunch.

Just check out this article to get more details about this route. Some buses that depart from Islamabad leave from here and pick up the tourists on return.

Cost to visit Attabad Lake

For those who arrive in Attabad lake late night and can’t find a way home after midnight, we recommend renting an Airbnb near Chilas to spend the night. The cost here ranges between $1500-$3999 per week depending on how many rooms you book; we suggest taking two bedrooms.

Travelling to Attabad Lake

In order to reach Attabad Lake, we recommend traveling through Faisalabad. From there, head to Kaimak village and continue southward towards Sost, where you can enjoy panoramic views along with a good restaurant overlooking Hunza and the river.

Once you arrive on Mount Zulfiqar, you can take another bus southwards and visit Hunza and Dir. Another option for reaching Attabad Lake is from Islamabad that stops by Badshahi Mosque and Dir in Mardan District.

Attractions in Attabad Lake

Attabad Lake is popular as one of the main tourism destinations in Hunza Valley. Its beauty makes you feel the importance of being around nature and water. The Park area is filled with waterfalls, glacial streams, and colorful flowers; this scenery is certainly worth visiting. Moreover, the forest inside this lake provides you with amazing flora and fauna.

Hotels and Accommodations at Attabad Lake

The visitor-friendly hotels of these areas have low-cost rooms with cheap food offerings; the rates depend on the number of guests. For instance, hotels such as Sheraton Hotel and Residence Inn are generally cheaper than any other type of accommodation. So, if you are looking for a good room for spending time, these might be good options.

Activities at Attabad Lake to spend Vacation

Here are some activities that would please you on your journey to Attabad Lake:

Go sightseeing!

In addition to seeing the natural wonders along the Hunza Valley wall, enjoy the view of mountain range from the top.

Visit Khunjerab Pass and see the snow-capped peaks above.

Enjoy the peace of surrounding landscapes and rivers together with having delicious cuisines available almost anywhere.

Take part in adventure sports!

Here you will encounter plenty of opportunities for exploring, whether you want to climb volcanoes nearby or try skiing in the scenic Hunza Valley.

See what the locals have to offer!

Most of the local residents were excited and eager to welcome you, so meet them and learn their stories about why they love the lake and its neighboring regions.

Experience authentic Pakistani cuisine!

Hunza Lake is known worldwide for its incredible food, so don’t forget to eat it! The region has several wonderful restaurants prepared with tasty meals, which are often served at fair prices and are recommended by many visitors.