HUNZA · LAKE
Borith Lake
A quiet brackish lake above Hussaini, a stop for migratory birds and a gateway to the Passu glacier walks.
- ALTITUDE
- 2,600 m
- BEST TIME
- Apr – Oct
- FROM LAHORE
- ~936 km
- Hunza area, ~20 h driving
- FROM ISLAMABAD
- ~602 km
- ~16.5 h driving
Photos of Borith Lake
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Visiting Borith Lake
When is the best time to visit Borith Lake?
Usually Apr – Oct. Outside those months some roads and jeep tracks can be closed by snow.
How high is Borith Lake?
About 2,600 metres above sea level. Take it slowly on the first day and drink plenty of water.
How do I get to Borith Lake 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 Borith Lake?
Borith Lake is on or near our Hunza Valley trip (7 days, best April – November). Every trip can be changed to add or skip places.
