Pakistan is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. From its diverse landscapes to its unique culture, there’s no shortage of things to do in Pakistan. Whether you’re looking for adventure or just want to escape from city life for a while, camping is a great way to explore this country’s natural beauty.
Here are 21 places where you can camp in Pakistan:
21 Best Places to Camp in Pakistan in 2023
1. Deosai National Park, Skardu
Deosai National Park is a National Park in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. It is the second-highest plateau in the world, after Mount Everest. Located in Skardu district, it covers an area of 665 square kilometers (257 sq mi) and its highest point stands at 5,100 meters (16,000 ft).
Deosai has several trekking routes available for visitors to explore its diverse flora and fauna. The most popular route is known as ‘The Grand Trunk Road’; this trail takes you through some beautiful valleys with breathtaking views along your way to Shigar Valley where you can visit Marco Polo sheep – one of only two wild species found on this plateau!
2. Kaghan Valley, Mansehra
Located in the Mansehra district, Kaghan Valley is a beautiful place to visit. It’s about 2 hours drive from Islamabad and it has many natural beauty places to visit including Tiger Point, Nageshwar Temple and Diamer Bhasha Dam.
The valley is surrounded by mountains that give it a serene atmosphere making it an ideal choice for camping trips with family or friends.
The Kaghan valley has many places to stay including the Thekkumuri Resort, which is located in the middle of a pine forest. It also provides camping facilities if you want to spend the night under the stars.
3. Fairy Meadows, Nanga Parbat
Fairy Meadows is a beautiful place to camp. It’s located in the Kaghan Valley and is a popular destination for trekkers and hikers, who flock here to get a view of some of Pakistan’s most majestic mountain ranges. There are many good camping spots at Fairy Meadows, including one that overlooks the mighty Nanga Parbat (which means “Black Mountain”).
It’s also worth noting that this area has other interesting features as well: there are plenty of wildlife like snow leopards and ibexes living here; you’ll have access to several waterfalls; you can hike up into some valleys with crystal clear streams running through them;
it’s easy enough for families with young children since there are no high peaks or cliffs involved when hiking up into these areas; plus if you’re into photography then this could be your dream spot!
4. Shogran, Kaghan Valley
Shogran is a beautiful village in Kaghan Valley, located at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level. It’s a popular tourist destination and has been attracting visitors since the early 1900s.
Shogran is also an ideal place for camping because it offers some great options for outdoor fun: hiking trails that are suitable for beginners or experts alike; several lakes where you can swim or fish; a picnic area with benches where you can eat lunch under the shade of trees; and lots of other things to keep you busy if your day isn’t spent relaxing on one of its many beaches!
If traveling in summertime (June through September), consider staying here before visiting nearby destinations like Skardu or Hunza Valley—these places will provide beautiful views while still being accessible enough by car or bus from Shogran itself.
5. Rama Meadow, Astore
Rama Meadow is a popular camping site in Astore. It is situated at an altitude of about 10,000 feet and it has many other places to camp in the area. It is also a good place to watch the sunrise and sunset, as well as wildlife like eagles, hyenas, and leopards.
The Astore Valley is an idyllic location for camping. There are many places to camp in the area, including a meadow that is popular with tourists.
6. Saiful Muluk, Kaghan Valley
Saiful Muluk is a lake in the Kaghan Valley. It is located at the base of Nanga Parbat, a climbing peak of 8,125 meters (26,660 feet). The lake is surrounded by mountains and glaciers on all sides, and as such it’s an ideal place to camp if you have your own vehicle.
Saiful Muluk has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 1994 due to its natural beauty and historical significance. The area around Saiful Muluk has been inhabited for thousands of years by local tribesmen who lived off fishing or farming their land until recently
when tourists started visiting this unique location every year during summer months when temperatures rise above freezing point on average once every ten days throughout mid-summer season (June/July).
7. Nathiagali, Abbottabad
Nathiagali is a small town in Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It is located at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level and has been designated as an important heritage site by the Government of Pakistan. The city was founded in 1321 by Sultan Wali Hussain Khan who came from Delhi after he had rebelled against his brother Muhammad Shah Ghazi I (1289-1316).
The best time to visit Nathiagali is from April to October when there are fewer tourists but still good weather conditions for camping out under tents or blankets with family members and friends around you!
8. Shandur Pass, Chitral
The Shandur Pass is the highest point on the road from Chitral to Gilgit, and it’s also one of Pakistan’s most popular trekking destinations. At 4,693 meters (15,397 feet), this pass has a height that makes it an ideal spot for exploring peaks like Nanga Parbat or K2. It sits at the junction of three valleys: Ghizer Valley in north-east Pakistan; Kohistan Valley in central Afghanistan; and Baltistan in northern Pakistan and Ladakh in India respectively.
The pass features some spectacular scenery including glaciers, waterfalls and glaciers carved out by ice sheets over millennia!
9. Ziarat, Balochistan
Ziarat is a town in the Balochistan province of Pakistan. It is situated in the district of Ziarat, which is named after it. Ziarat is located at an altitude of 2,500 metres (8,200 ft).
The area around Ziarat was ruled by different groups including Brahmanas and Meds who were later conquered by Mahmud Ghaznavi during his invasion of India. After this period there were no major changes until the British arrived in this region in 1857 CE when they made peace with local tribes and started their rule over them under authority given by crown prince Dilawar Jung II
who was ruling at that time from Kabul before being assassinated along with his wife Maharani Zehar Kheli (also known as “Zehar Kadri”) while returning back home from Kabul together with other members of the court including Sardar Aurangzeb Khan Mirza Khizr Khan Mevlana Shah Waliullah Dehlavi Qutubuddin Aibak..
10. Rush Lake, Nagar Valley
Rush Lake (also known as the Nagar Valley) is a beautiful high-altitude lake in Abbottabad, Pakistan. It’s located 250 km away from Islamabad and 140 km away from Rawalpindi. If you want to get there by car, take I-8 highway north out of Islamabad or south out of Rawalpindi and follow signs for Murree until you reach Mansehra city
where you will turn left onto Highway 2 towards Abbottabad till it ends at another intersection near Rush Lake Eco Resort on your left side.
If you have time on hand before heading out on camping trips here we recommend checking out some nearby attractions:
- The Khyber Pass Museum tells stories about this famous mountain pass through which Alexander The Great marched his troops back in 327 BC;
- The Safed Koh Wildlife Sanctuary offers great views over this valley containing several lakes & streams including Rush Lake itself…
11. Shigar Fort, Skardu
The Shigar Fort is located in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan. It was built by the ruler of the Hunza State, Mir Shamsher Ali in 1892. The fort is a tourist attraction and also houses a museum that displays artifacts found in this region.
Shigar Fort is one of the best places to stay while traveling through Skardu. It has been declared as World Heritage Site by UNESCO due to its architectural importance and historical significance as well as being one of Pakistan’s most popular attractions!
12. Khunjerab Pass, Gilgit-Baltistan
Khunjerab Pass is a high mountain pass at the extreme eastern end of the Karakoram Range. It is located on the border between Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan and Xinjiang, China.
The pass was first used by travelers in ancient times, but it wasn’t until 1933 that an all-weather road was built across it. Today people can drive from Islamabad to Kashgar through this pass in about two hours; however, many consider this route dangerous because of its steep inclines and sharp curves (especially near Hunza).
The road itself has been closed several times due to weather conditions—including snowstorms during winter months—and landslides during springtime months when heavy rains come down from nearby mountains into Gilgit Valley or Hunza Valley below them.”
13. Naltar Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan
The Naltar Valley is one of the most beautiful valleys in Gilgit-Baltistan. It is located in the upper Hunza river valley and surrounded by snow-capped mountains and glaciers. The name Naltar means “the place where the sun sets”, which refers to its position on a high mountain ridge.
The main attraction here are its snow-capped peaks that give this area an otherworldly feel like no other place on earth could compare with it!
The valley is one of the most beautiful valleys in Gilgit-Baltistan. It is located in the upper Hunza river valley and surrounded by snow-capped mountains and glaciers. The name Naltar means “the place where the sun sets”, which refers to its position on a high mountain ridge.
14. Patriata, Murree
Patriata is a village in Murree, Pakistan. It is located at an altitude of 2,100 meters above sea level and surrounded by pine trees. The place is a popular tourist destination in Murree and offers you some great campsites where you can enjoy the fresh air and relax after spending some time with your family or friends.
The weather here is pleasant throughout the year so it’s perfect for camping during summers as well as winters!
15. Chitral Gol National Park, Chitral
Chitral Gol National Park is located in the Chitral District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. It is the only national park in Chitral District and covers an area of 1,290 square kilometers (465 sq mi).
The park was established on August 8th, 2012 by the Wildlife Trust of India and Pakistan’s Ministry for Climate Change Adaptation & Environment (MCCAEE) under its “Green Pakistan Programme” with financial assistance from WWF-Pakistan.
The main attractions include:
- Silver pakki ibex;
- Black bears;
- Red foxes;
- Himalayan black bears;
16. Sairu Hill Station, Skardu
Sairu Hill Station is a popular tourist destination in Skardu. The hill station is located at an altitude of 2200 meters above sea level, and it offers a view of the Indus River and surrounding mountains.
Sairu Hill Station has been used as an army base during British rule in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. It was also used by Alexander Cunningham who traveled through Sairu to discover what became known as Gilgit Baltistan (now part of Pakistan).
17. Ratti Gali Lake, Neelum Valley
Ratti Gali Lake is a scenic lake in Neelum Valley. It is located at a height of 6,000 feet above sea level and surrounded by mountains and hills. The lake is also known as Ratti Gali Lake.
The area around the lake has been developed for tourism purposes with hotels, restaurants, shops, and other facilities available for visitors to enjoy their stay here. The best time to visit this place would be during the summer months
when temperatures are warm enough for you to swim in the water without getting too cold on your body or having any problems with heatstroke due to lack of proper clothing during cold nights like those experienced inside tents during winter months when temperatures can drop below freezing point overnight!
18. Kalaam, Swat
Kalaam is a small village in Swat District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. It is located on the south bank of the Swat River at an altitude of 1570 m (5,150 feet). The population was 1,817 as per census 2008. Kalaam has a small but charming village square with shops and restaurants surrounding it. There are also several hotels for tourists to stay at during their visit to this region
. Kalaam is known for its natural beauty and its pleasant climate throughout the year. It is also a popular tourist destination in Pakistan.
19. K2 Base Camp, Skardu
K2 is the second-highest mountain in the world, located in the Karakoram Range of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. It has an elevation of 8,611 meters (27,660 feet).
K2 Base Camp is a popular destination for mountaineers who are interested in climbing this challenging peak. The base camp is also used by climbers who want to acclimatize before heading up K2 or use it as their base camp while they climb other mountains nearby like Broad Peak and Gasherbrum II.
20. Lulusar Lake, Kaghan Valley
Lulusar lake is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Pakistan. It is located in Kaghan Valley, which has been declared as the best holiday destination by The Asian Tourist Insight Survey 2011-12.
The lake is also known as lulusar jalkot or Luli Lake (Lulu) because it can be seen from there and hence it was named after him who discovered this beautiful place with his wife.
The lake has an area of around 60 km2 and has many hotels around it where you can stay during your visit to this place. If you love nature then this would be your perfect getaway because there are plenty of things for wildlife lovers like you here at Lulusar Lake!
Rakaposhi Base Camp, Nagar Valley
Rakaposhi Base Camp is located at an altitude of 4,788 meters, one of the most popular trekking destinations in Pakistan. It takes about five days to complete the trek and begins from Shogran.
The route passes through valleys and forests, leading to breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains on both sides of the valley. Rakaposhi Base Camp is one of those places where you can experience nature at its finest without any restrictions or reservations;
here you will find nothing but silence surrounding you except for birds chirping away as they fly above your head or wild animals grazing away just behind you!
Conclusion
Camping is one of the best ways to experience nature and connect with your surroundings. It’s also a great way to stay active, learn more about the environment you live in, and be part of an adventure!
Camping is a great way to explore new places without having to travel far or spend too much money on accommodations. With so many different types of campsites available across Pakistan, there is sure to be something perfect for whatever kind of trip you have planned.
