KKH branch · via Nomal & Chalt
Gilgit - Hunza Road
OpenHunza road today — live status of the Gilgit-Hunza route. The Gilgit-Hunza road is one of the more reliable routes in Gilgit-Baltistan, covering approximately 100 km along the Karakoram Highway and taking 2.5-3 hours to Karimabad, Hunza's main town. The route passes scenic stretches along the Hunza River, with Rakaposhi visible for much of the drive. While generally well-maintained, this road does experience occasional landslides, especially around the Attabad Lake tunnels during heavy rain. Regular vans and private taxis operate this route daily, making it one of the more accessible drives in the region for tourists heading to Karimabad, Attabad Lake, and Passu.
Last updated 4 days ago
- 1OpenGilgit → Nomal25 km 40m
Road is Clear
- 2OpenNomal → Chalt30 km 45m
- 3OpenChalt → Aliabad (Hunza)45 km 1h 5m
Public Advisory The general public is hereby informed that on Tuesday, 4 August 2026, the Karakoram Highway (KKH) in the Nagar section (Harespo to Pissan) will remain closed to all types of traffic from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM due to the Chehlum processions of Imam Hussain (AS). All residents and travelers are requested to plan their journeys in advance, avoid unnecessary travel during the closure period, and fully cooperate with the personnel of the District Police Nagar and Traffic Police deployed on duty.
