Shimshal “Autumn-welcome Kuch” Photography Tour
In mid-October, the sheep, goats and yaks descend from the snow-covered mountains of Shimshal, all at once. There are people who spent the summer in the mountains and people who are awaiting the return of the livestock at the river’s suspension bridge. The Shimshal Village is bustling with movement, as they are preparing for the coming winter amongst the beautiful scenery of the autumn colors. Outside of the village, you will see the signs of the Kuch everywhere you look. The poplar trees which grow from the Hunza to the Upper Hunza are in their bright and beautiful fall colors, where the colors shine in golden hues.
Witnessing the vanishing Tradition of Kuch
People checking on goats and sheep arriving at the village
Kuch in passu
Simshar's Yak
Simshar's Yak
A yak crossing the Simshar River
People waiting on a river suspension bridge for their livestock to return
Upper Hunza with poplars in color
The village of Altit, with its beautiful yellow poplars
A row of colored poplar trees and a path along a water channel（Karimabad）Fly from Islamabad to Gilgit. Upon arrival drive to Karimabad, Heart of Hunza.
*If the flight is cancelled, drive to Karimabad (spend night at Chilas, arrive at Karimabad on the second day.)
Full day explore & photograph beautiful autumn scenery of Hunza. Visits will be adjusted according to the condition of the autumn foliage. In the evening, we will photograph Spantik (7,027m) and other high peaks of the Karakoram in the sunset from Duiker Hill.
Witness & photograph “Welcome Kuch” in Shimshal village.
Photography of village activity.
Fly from Gilgit to Islamabad. (In case of flight cancellation, drive to Islamabad. you will arrive late evening)
Best time to visit
Mid-October
Itinerary
＊Domestic flights from Islamabad to Gilgit are mountain flights and operations are dependent on the weather. Please allow for a reserve day in case of flight cancellations.
＊The road from Passu to Shimshal Village is a very narrow, rocky road. The lodging in the village is at a local guesthouse with very basic facilities. Lodging altitude is 3,000m.
＊Autumn is a very beautiful season in the Hunza and Upper Hunza region. Combinations with stays in other villages are recommended.
Tour Price
Please contact us for price quotation based on the number of days, number of people, accommodation and vehicle type.
+92(51)-4718958
217-A Street 23 Sector F-11/2 Islamabad
