HUNZA · FORT
Altit Fort
The oldest fort in Hunza, perched on a sheer cliff above the Hunza River, with royal gardens below.
- ALTITUDE
- 2,400 m
- BEST TIME
- Apr – Nov
- FROM LAHORE
- ~936 km
- Hunza area, ~20 h driving
- FROM ISLAMABAD
- ~602 km
- ~16.5 h driving
Photos of Altit Fort
Photos: Wikimedia Commons contributors, free licences. Open the map to see credits for each photo.
Visiting Altit Fort
When is the best time to visit Altit Fort?
Usually Apr – Nov. Outside those months some roads and jeep tracks can be closed by snow.
How high is Altit Fort?
About 2,400 metres above sea level. Take it slowly on the first day and drink plenty of water.
How do I get to Altit Fort from Lahore?
By road: about 936 km to the Hunza area (around 20 hours of driving), which Billman splits over days with hotel stops. From Islamabad it is about 602 km.
Which Billman trip goes to Altit Fort?
Altit Fort is on or near our Hunza Valley trip (7 days, best April – November). Every trip can be changed to add or skip places.
