BASHQAR GOL " lake, Pakistan

 Pakistan is blessed by nature with rare landscape, the towering mountains, plateau, plains, deserts and the attractive sunny beaches. More than half of area is mountainous, especially north and north-western parts .Valleys of unique beauty and crystal-clear lakes with blue water, murmuring streams, springs and roaring rivers enrich the land of exceptional beauty

BASHQAR GOL  " lake, Pakistan One of the largest and most beautiful lakes in Chitral region is BASHQAR GOL,(Chaat). this is perhaps among those very few lakes in Pakistan that are not heavily visited, mostly due to the long and hard 24km trekking involved that would take one through rocks of all sizes and shapes, slippery sands, narrow pathways, powerful river streams and much more. And at the end of all the endurance lies this unforgettable reward from nature that must be seen in person. The lake is naturally turquoise in color and the water is turbulent. BASHQAR GOL  lake is one true hidden gem of district Chitral in Khyberpakhtunkhwa. It is big, it is beautiful and it has different modes for different times of the day. By evening it seems like a shore a sea and by morning it seems like a giant still mirror. How to reach BASHQAR GOL?   BASHQAR GOL lake (15000ft  is situated 24km away from Sor Laspur village. The trek is very rough, tough and steep. For couple of hours the trek goes along the river which comes from the BASHQAR Gol Lake. After crossing a stream, coming from Manial pass, the trek suddenly gains lots of altitude. The trail on the left side of the river is the one which we followed during our trek. We could see a smoother trail on the other side but not sure if there was any option to cross the river.   To complete 24km long trek in a single day to reach lake requires fitness, will power and time management. From Sor Laspur you can start early in the morning to reach Bashkargol lake by evening. Next day you can walk across the lake to explore the valley a little further. On 3rd day you can come back to Sor Laspur.   ITEM CHECKLIST:- Personal belongings, Umbrella, Sweater/Warm jacket / Woolen Cap / Rucksacks /Bag pack / trekking Joggers, Hand Towel, Stick, Chargers for cameras and cell phones, roll, Toiletries, Edibles, Light snacks / or fruit cocktail tins, Dates, dry fruits, chocolates, Energy drinks and ORS, Medicines in use What to do while trekking Try to travel in small groupps Be considerate of local culture Ask permission before taking pictures especially women’s and religious sites Hire local guiders Dispose your litter properly, burn paper, collect plastics Leave your campsite in clean condition What not to do while trekking Don’t curve or write on trees Never leave litter on the trails or in your campsite Don’t disturb wildlife Don’t kill or hunt animals   ReplyForward