Deosai Plateau Crossing Trek
Walk across one of the highest plateaus on Earth — 3,000 km² of rolling alpine meadows, wildflower carpets, crystal rivers and Himalayan brown bears. Starting from Skardu and emerging in Astore, this is a remote 5-day crossing rarely done as a through-trek. Sheosar Lake, Bara Pani and complete wilderness are your companions.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 — Skardu to Sheosar Camp
4x4 to Deosai entry. Trek across undulating plateau to camp at Sheosar Lake (4,142m).
Day 2 — Sheosar to Bara Pani
Full plateau crossing day. Brown bear sightings common at dawn. Wildflower meadows in July. Camp at Bara Pani (4,350m).
Day 3 — Bara Pani to Chilam
Exit the main plateau. Trek down through transition zone toward Astore Valley.
Days 4–5 — Chilam to Astore & Skardu
Reach Astore village. Jeep back to Skardu via different route.
Included / Not Included
Trek Information
| Max Altitude | 4,350m (Bara Pani) |
| Duration | 5 Days / 4 Nights |
| Route | Skardu to Astore |
| Open | June – October only |
| Fitness | Moderate |
| Best Season | July for wildflowers |
FAQs
Very likely in July and August, especially at dawn near Sheosar Lake and Bara Pani. Our guides know the best viewing spots.
Even in July, temperatures drop to 2–8°C at night on the plateau. We provide proper sleeping bags rated to -10°C.