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From Islamabad (by air)
Airline
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) operates a Boeing 737 flight between Islamabad International Airport and Skardu Airport (approximately 30km from Shigar Fort Residence)
• A spectacular flight from Islamabad treats passengers to dramatic views of the Karakoram, Himalayan, and Hindukush mountain ranges, with views of five 8000+ meter peaks, including K-2 and Nangaparbat;
• Daily departures from Islamabad to Skardu at 9:30am (Sunday's at 11:30am);
• Daily return flights from Skardu to Islamabad at 11:30am (Sunday's at 1:30pm);
• Flights are approximately 1 hour in duration;
• Flights are subject to weather conditions.
Helicopter
Private and charter helicopter access with nearby heli-pad in Shigar (2.5 hours)
Note: Shigar Fort Residence offers complimentary ground transfers from Skardu Airport (45 minutes) or heli-pad (10 minutes)
From Gilgit (by road)
• Travel to Skardu by paved from Gilgit along the breathtaking Indus Gorge
• Distance of approximately 170km
• Travel time of approximately 5 hours
• Daily bus service available |
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