Day trip
Altit Sat Hike & Fly
A short hike above Duikar and a tandem flight down to the valley.
USD 109 Per person ≈ PKR 30,500
- Take off altitude 3,000 m
- Car ride from Karimabad to Duikar
- 30-minutes hike to Altit Sat
Fly tandem over Hunza
Take off from Eagle’s Nest with an experienced local pilot and glide above the Hunza River and the old forts of Baltit and Altit, with Rakaposhi and Ladyfinger in front of you.
- 15–30 minutes in the air
- No experience needed
- May to October flying season
- 2000+solo flights
- 200+tandem flights
- 30pilots trained
- 5takeoff sites
Watch us fly
Real flights from our pilots over Hunza.
Choose your flight
Hike, fly and land in the valley. Every package is a tandem flight with a licensed pilot, no experience needed.
Day trip
2 days, 1 night
Ultar Hon Pass Hike & Fly
Hike to 4,300 m, watch the sunset over the peaks, sleep under the stars and fly down at sunrise.
USD 450 Per person ≈ PKR 126,000
- Take off altitude 4,000 m
- Hike from Karimabad to Ultar Meadows
- Sunset and night on the mountain
- Views of Ladyfinger, Rakaposhi, Diran and Ultar
2 days, 1 night
Diran & Rakaposhi Hike & Fly
Drive to Minapin, hike up with a guide, spend a night on the mountain and fly around Diran and Rakaposhi.
USD 1,000 Per person ≈ PKR 280,000
- Transport from Karimabad to Minapin
- Guided hike to the takeoff site
- Overnight stay included
- Flight around Diran and Rakaposhi
Learn to fly
Free training
Learn paragliding for free from experienced, licensed trainers in the foothills of the Karakoram. The Helipad in Karimabad is a beginner site, good for short first flights.
Visiting pilots
Free local support
Bringing your own wing? We share takeoff site information and access, arrange transport to launch and pickup after landing, book accommodation and help with the NOC permit.
See pilot servicesHow a tandem flight works
From booking to landing, five simple steps.
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Book
Send the booking form or message us on WhatsApp. We confirm the time, weather and price.
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Ride to launch
We can drive you from Karimabad to Duikar, about 20 minutes.
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Get ready
A 4-minute walk from the Eagle’s Nest parking. Your pilot briefs you and straps you in.
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Fly
15 to 30 minutes above the Hunza River and the forts of Baltit and Altit.
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Land
A soft landing in open fields near Karimabad or Ganish. We pick you up.
A childhood dream, now a flying club
Growing up in Hunza Valley, our founder Zulfiqar Ali watched European and American pilots soar over these mountains, reaching unbelievable altitudes and covering long distances. He would run for miles tracking their flights, waiting to see where they would land.
The day a pilot landed right in front of him, he knew he had to fly. Today Hunza SkyWalkers is a team of young local pilots sharing that sky with visitors, trainees and pilots from around the world.
Licensed tandem pilotEvery tandem flight is flown by a licensed pilot.
Watch a flight
Takeoff sites
From a short beginner hop at the Helipad to high launches above Sath, Hunza has a site for every level.
Advanced
Eagle's Nest Duikar
Hunza's best-known launch, a short walk from the Eagle's Nest viewpoint, with Rakaposhi and Ladyfinger in front of you.
Advanced
Sath
A higher launch reached by a 25-minute uphill hike. Local porters can carry your gear.
Advanced
Sath Charagah
The high pasture above Sath, for experienced pilots.
Advanced
Attabad
Fly above the turquoise water of Attabad Lake.
Beginner
Helipad Dona Das
One of the few landing options in Karimabad, and good for a short familiarisation flight.
Our pilots
A team of young Hunza pilots led by Zulfiqar Ali.
Zulfiqar
President- Solo and Tandem Pilot
Zohaib
Solo and Tandem Pilot
Jolly
Solo and Tandem Pilot
Before you fly
Still unsure? Ask us on WhatsApp.
How much does paragliding in Hunza cost?
Our hike-and-fly packages are priced per person: Altit Sat Hike & Fly USD 109, Ultar Hon Pass Hike & Fly USD 450 and Diran & Rakaposhi Hike & Fly USD 1,000. Each includes a tandem flight with a licensed pilot.
How do I pay?
Choose a package and send the booking form. You’ll see our bank details straight away and can pay by bank transfer. We then confirm the day and time with you on WhatsApp.
Do I need any experience?
No. On a tandem flight you fly with a certified pilot who handles the takeoff, the flight and the landing. You just need a bit of courage.
How long is the flight?
Usually 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the conditions on the day.
Where do we take off and land?
Most tandem flights launch from Eagle’s Nest in Duikar and land in wide open fields near Karimabad or Ganish.
What should I wear and bring?
Even in summer the air at launch height can be chilly. Bring:
- A windproof jacket
- Sunglasses, with a strap if possible
- Sunscreen
- Sturdy trainers or hiking boots
- A phone or GoPro for the views (optional)
When is the best time to fly?
Flying runs from May to October, with June and September usually the most stable. Mornings and late afternoons give the smoothest air. In peak season slots fill up fast, so book early.
How do I get to Hunza?
By road from Islamabad on the Karakoram Highway, a long but scenic drive. Or fly to Gilgit, weather permitting, and drive 2 to 3 hours to Hunza.
I’m a foreign pilot. Do I need a permit?
Yes. Flying in Hunza requires a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the local administration. We can help you get it. More about permits
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