🏔️ Patundas Trek – A Hidden Jewel Above Passu Glacier

🌐 Overview

Patundas Meadow Trek is one of the most scenic and underrated alpine treks in the Karakoram range of Gilgit-Baltistan. Overlooking the confluence of Passu Glacier and Batura Glacier, the Patundas plateau (approx. 4,200 meters) offers jaw-dropping panoramic views of some of the most iconic peaks in Pakistan, including Passu Cones (Tupek Sar), Shispare Peak, Ultar Sar, and the entire Batura Massif.

Starting from the charming Passu village in Upper Hunza (Gojal), this trek is a moderate challenge with a high-altitude payoff — meadows stretching into the clouds, wildflowers carpeting the ground, and glaciers sparkling below your feet.

📍 Trek Details

    .    Trek Name: Patundas Meadow Trek

    .    Region: Passu Village, Gojal Valley, Upper Hunza, Gilgit-Baltistan

    .    Altitude: ~4,200 meters (Patundas Top)

    .    Duration: 6–8 days

    .    Trek Grade: Moderate (suitable for fit beginners to experienced trekkers)

    .    Best Time: June to September

    .    Starting Point: Passu Suspension Bridge

    .    Main Attractions: Passu Glacier, Batura Glacier, Patundas Plateau, Karakoram peaks, alpine wildlife

🏞️ Highlights of Patundas Trek

    .    Hike across the famous Passu Glacier, a thrilling and technical section

    .    Witness 360° views of the most spectacular peaks in the Karakoram

    .    Explore the lush green alpine meadows of Patundas – a photographer’s paradise

    .    Unique glacier-top camping experience at Luzhdur or Yunzben camp

    .    Cultural immersion in Passu village, home to the Wakhi-speaking community

    .    Connect with pristine nature, away from tourist crowds

🧭 Suggested Itinerary (7 Days)

📸 Panoramic Views from Patundas

From the top of Patundas, you can see:

    .    Passu Cones (Tupek Sar) – Jagged and dramatic spires

    .    Batura I (7,795 m) – One of the longest glaciers outside the polar regions

    .    Shispare (7,611 m) – Towering over the Hunza River

    .    Ultar Sar, Diran, and Rakaposhi (on clear days)

    .    Vast Batura Glacier and shimmering ice fields

🌸 Flora & Fauna

    .    Wildflowers: Blue poppies, edelweiss, juniper, and daisies

    .    Wildlife: Marmots, ibex, snow partridges, and Himalayan foxes

    .    Birds: Golden eagles, lammergeiers, and alpine choughs

🧭 Why Chogholingsa Trek & Tours?

    .    Locally trained glacier guides with intimate knowledge of the Passu region

    .    Full logistics and safety support, including glacier equipment

    .    Authentic experience with Wakhi homestays and traditional food

    .    Eco-friendly trekking model with low environmental impact

    .    Personalized treks tailored to your pace, interest, and experience level

⛺ Included Services

    .    Hotel stay in Passu/Hunza

    .    Professional guide and porters

    .    Tents, sleeping bags, camping gear

    .    Full board (all meals on the trek)

    .    Permits and local coordination

    .    Emergency response plan and satellite communication (on request)

📅 Best Time to Trek

The best months for the Patundas trek are June to early September, when the glaciers are stable, meadows are in full bloom, and skies are clear.

✨ Optional Add-Ons

    .    Extend to Batura Glacier Trek or Pasugar Viewpoint

    .    Combine with Khunjerab Pass Tour or Hunza Valley sightseeing

    .     Add cultural workshops: Wakhi music, traditional weaving, or food

🛡️ Trekking Safety

    .     All glacier crossings are done under expert supervision

    .    Ropes and crampons provided when necessary

    .    Medical kits and emergency evacuation assistance available

    .    Leave No Trace principles applied throughout

📸 What Makes Patundas Trek Special?

Unlike the more crowded trails, Patundas offers solitude, spirituality, and raw mountain grandeur. It's a place where the air is thin, the skies vast, and the soul feels free. It’s more than a trek — it’s an awakening.