GoriKot-From Astor to Chilum Chokki(Army base).
Jeep Traveling time apprx.3-4 hrs. Road was under construction in 2003. Chilum is entrance to Deosai.
Electricity and
shops/small restaurants availablein chilum. |
Chilum TO Deosai. Muddy Track but smooth can be slippery in rainy
season, but not dangerous. First good camping spot is Sheosar Lake. Will
find lots of rabbit like marmots on
the track.
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Clear Blue Skies of Deosai-
No trees - Carry wood to make fire at the lake
Be well prepared for the war against mosquitoes, carry light gloves
or any insect repellant. We recommend Mospil |
Sheosar Lake - It is beautiful. Surrounded by small lush green
mountains. Best camping spot. A small walk in east will take you to Chakor
pass. |
Ideal for surfing. Lots of fish. Don't
use spinner. Have last view of Nanga Parbat form Here. Lake is
medium in size and quiet deep. water is crystal clear but really cold.
Looks beautiful in the sunny days. Will Hardly find any human in this
area. |
Sheoasar Lake Chakor Pass ahead. Try
to camp at the north side of the lake. Cause u can find big square hollow
out area. Try to camp in the square to prevent your tents from strong
heavy winds |
Very famous Bridge of Bara Panni.
Deoasi National Park (Bears) territory starts from here. In the photo can
see the tents of Himalayan Bears Organization. Take their help for bear
watching. They are really nice people. Don't forget to present them some
gift. |
fishing at Bara Panni. Qad displaying the doubtful catch of
2Tango). Best time for fishing Dusk & Dawn. If the night is windy dig
a 1.5 feet hole and make fire in it. keep the tent's covers closed
all the time to avoid invasion of deadly mosquitoes |
Nights are very cold. even in jully
the temperature goes to freezing point. Must have good water proof tents
and good warm Clothing. |
Bara Panni Suspension Bridge. Get
off from the jeep while crossing. Bridge is ideal for fishing. Learn the
technique from the locals. |
Dinner At Barapani - there is
small tent hotel. From here u can get food. 1 kg chciken cost Rs 300. or u
can also get fresh fish. we used our own tin food and bought chapattis and
tea from here. |
Deosai River at Bara Panni. |
Hamaliyan bear Organization. Mr.
Yasen was the incharge. He really helped us in bear watching. Must take
their permission. Take along your jeep. They will take you deep into the
Park for bear watching. |
Bear watching- After 20-30 minutes jeep track you hike to the closet hill
and start searching. Tthere were 32 Bears in the yr 2003. If you are lucky
u can find some. |
some time they are very far. Binocular is a must. Try to concentrate on
the green patches |
2Tango-Eddie-Qad-Cobra Together at
Barra Panni. |
Track to Skardu- track condition:
very rough and really dangerous. Expert driver is a compulsion. Traveling
time from Barra Panni to Skardu 4 Hours. |
Satpara Lake- Close to Skardu
touch this Fish Paradise. Its Huge and beautiful. Know as Paradise for
Trout fishing. we didn't stop here -were really taxed & getting late
for PIA booking- just crossed the lake. |
Only 20-25 minutes drive from
Skardu. |
Sun Set in Rupal Valley. |
