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Kaghan Valley · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Gittidas

Gittidas Meadows is a breathtaking, high-altitude alpine pasture located at the northern edge of the Kaghan Valley in Pakistan.

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Type
Landmark
Elevation
3,678 m
Best season
Summer

Overview

About Gittidas

Gittidas Meadows is a breathtaking, high-altitude alpine pasture located at the northern edge of the Kaghan Valley in Pakistan. Situated just below the famous Babusar Pass, this serene valley bed features rolling green plains, alpine streams, and vibrant wildflower displays during the peak summer months. Historically utilized as a seasonal grazing ground by Gujjar nomads and their herds of livestock, it serves as a stunning and peaceful destination for travelers seeking an alternative to more crowded hubs in the region. The area also acts as a gateway toward alpine lakes like Dharam Sar and Sambak Sar, making it a critical point of interest along the Naran-Babusar road route.

Highlights

  • Lush Alpine Pastures

    Vast, rolling green meadows that serve as high-altitude summer grazing grounds for horses and nomadic livestock.

  • Wildflower Blooms

    During the peak summer months, the entire plain transforms with a vibrant carpet of alpine wildflowers.

  • Gateway to High-Altitude Lakes

    Serves as the starting point and trekking baseline for exploring the pristine waters of Dharam Sar and Sambak Sar lakes.

Location

Where Gittidas is

Kaghan Valley · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

35.1122° N   73.9744° E

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Visiting Gittidas

Best season
Summer
Getting there
Reachable by road (sedan)
Nearest town
Naran
Altitude
3,678 m — allow time to acclimatise

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The story

The story of Gittidas

Visitor Information

Gittidas is a remote alpine pasture situated near Babusar Pass at an altitude of about 3,678 meters. It features sweeping green meadows and serves as a seasonal grazing ground for Gujjar nomads. The location is accessible from late June through September via the Naran-Babusar road. Visitors should prepare for cold weather, unreliable cellular service, and limited local amenities by carrying necessary supplies and utilizing sturdy vehicles for off-road exploration.

Trekking and Lakes

Gittidas acts as a critical base camp and gateway for high-altitude trekking routes toward the pristine alpine lakes of the region, most notably Dharam Sar Lake and Sambak Sar Lake. These treks offer stunning wilderness views but require good physical fitness and proper navigation.