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Field guide · Nature
Gilgit Division
Gupis-Yasin District · Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Burst Valley
A high valley of Ghizer at about 3,270 m, 22 km from the Shandur polo ground.
Burst (Barsat) Valley lies at about 10,720 ft (3,270 m) in Ghizer District, 22 km from Shandur Top and about six hours by road from Gilgit.
Why go
- ✦Trout streams
- ✦22 km from Shandur Top and its polo ground
- ✦A high valley at about 3,270 m
- ✦Khowar-speaking villages
About
The valley is known for its trout streams, which bring anglers, and it is the last stop before the Shandur polo ground. Khowar is spoken here, as on the Chitral side of the pass.
How to Reach
About six hours from Gilgit through Gupis and Phander, 22 km short of Shandur Top.
Responsible Travel
Use Leave No Trace principles, carry out all rubbish, avoid disturbing wildlife and livestock, and respect private/community land.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, June to September; the road over Shandur opens in summer.
Getting there, About six hours from Gilgit through Gupis and Phander, 22 km short of Shandur Top.
Allow, A night, especially at festival time.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Burst Valley, within 5 km.
Nothing else genuinely close by (within 5 km of Burst Valley) is published yet.
