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Thallay La Traverse

Khaplu

A committing high-pass traverse crossing the Thallay La, linking Baltistan's valleys on foot, for seasoned trekkers.

Difficulty
6 / 10
Moderate
Max elevation
4,200m / 13,780ft
Trip length
11 days
Gallery

On this journey

These photographs cover the two ends of the route, Khaplu at the start and the Shigar valley at the finish. Photography of the pass crossing itself is being shot this season.
Photography creditsHaldi Cones Khaplu · Photo: Wazir Qammer Abbas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Khaplu Palace · Photo: Alizahoor, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Khaplu Autumn Willows · Photo: Ahsanbaig, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Khaplu Valley · Photo: Bilalnawazphotography, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Shigar Valley · Photo: Jamil-ud-din Akhtar, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Shigar High Meadow · Photo: Bilalakhtar148, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  |  Shigar Valley under Cloud · Photo: Syedusman, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Day by day

Itinerary

A sample outline. Final itineraries are tailored to your dates and pace.

Day 1

Arrive Skardu

Day 2

Drive to Khaplu

Day 3

Ascent to high camp

Day 4

Cross Thallay La

Day 5

Descent valley

Day 6

Return

Day 7

Depart

What's included

  • Accommodation throughout
  • Ground transport and transfers
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Permits where required
  • Breakfast daily
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses and tips
Before you go

Trekking at altitude

Acclimatisation

Above 2,500m the body needs time to adjust. We build the route so height is gained gradually, with rest days where needed, and follow the principle of climbing high and sleeping low.

Altitude sickness

Learn the symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness before you travel and tell your guide immediately if you feel unwell. Guides are experienced in spotting it early and will adjust the plan.

Hydration and pace

Most people need four to six litres of fluid a day at altitude. The pace is set deliberately slow, going steadily is what gets people there.

Insurance

Your policy must cover trekking to the maximum altitude of this itinerary and emergency evacuation. We do not provide insurance or rescue cover.

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