Travelling in Pakistan in Spring
Spring is blossom season in Hunza and Baltistan and the start of the season for the lower treks. These are the programmes whose published best time falls between March and May.
Programmes in season from March to May
| Programme | Best time | Days | Range / region |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholistan Camel Safari | October to March (cooler months) | 7 | Cholistan Desert |
| Kalash Festival | 14th – 15th May/19th – 20th August/7th – 22nd December | 11 | Hindokush |
| Fairy Meadows Trek & Hunza Tour | Mid-May to End of November | 12 | Himalaya/Karakoram |
| Hushe valley Biking Tour | Mid-May to End-August | 14 | Karakoram |
| Rakaposhi/Diran BC Trek & Hunza Tour | Mid-May to September | 14 | Karakoram |
| Cherry Blossom Tour | Mid-March to End- March | 15 | Himalaya/Karakoram |
| Rush Lake Trek & Hunza Tour | Mid-May to End-August | 15 | Karakoram |
| Khusar Gang Expedition | Mid-May to End-August | 18 | Karakoram |
| HinduKush Mountain Bike | Mid-May to End-August | 19 | HinduKush/Karakoram |
| Gasherbrum III Expedition | Mid-May to End-August | 40 | Karakoram |
| K2 Expedition | Mid-May to End-August | 51 | Karakoram |
What to know about spring
- The cherry blossom tour's published best time is mid to end March; blossom timing varies by altitude and year.
- The Kalash spring festival, Chilimjushi, is listed for the middle of May.
- High passes and the highest treks open later; most of our long treks start from June.
- The Khunjerab Pass border crossing used to open only from April to November; Pakistan's Foreign Office announced year-round operation in December 2024. Snow and road conditions can still affect access, so confirm before an early-season trip.