Skardu · Lake
Lower Kachura Lake (Shangrila)
A calm lake south of Skardu framed by poplars and steep brown mountains, with easy paths and classic first-day scenery.
Useful before you go.
Best time
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Road access
Paved
Entry estimate
PKR 1,500 · confirm locally
A real place, with caveats included.
Safar’s place details are advisory. Conditions, access and rules change — use the official links and local confirmation before committing to a route.
Place record last reviewed July 2026.
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