Thallo Pass
Thallo Pass is a 81.7 km trek in the Chitral region of northern Pakistan with around 605 m of elevation gain.
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Distance
- 81.7km
- Elevation gain
- 1,605 m
- Duration
- 21h
- Best season
- Jun – Sep
The journey
Thallo Pass is an 81.7km expert-level hike in Chitral. It climbs 1,605 m and takes about 21h.
Thallo Pass is a 81.7 km trek in the Chitral region of northern Pakistan with around 605 m of elevation gain.
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Weather
Five-day forecast at the trailhead, 2,763 m.
Today
11°4°
Precipitation 0.5
Tomorrow
14°-1°
Sat
18°-1°
Precipitation 0.1
Sun
17°6°
Precipitation 1.1
Mon
19°2°
Precipitation 0.4
Expect roughly 9°C colder at the high point (4,141 m), before wind chill. Mountain weather turns faster than any forecast.
Forecast from MET Norway, updated hourly.
Frequently asked questions
What makes the Thallo Pass trek challenging?
The route combines high altitude, unstable terrain, long trekking days, water crossings, and a steep pass descent.
How many major lakes are encountered on the trek
The Chitral–Kumrat route passes several alpine lakes, with commonly listed itineraries including Bashqar, Yaghi and Shahzor
Are there significant water crossings?
Yes, multiple streams must be crossed and their depth can increase considerably with weather and snowmelt
Do you need a guide for Thallo Pass?
A local guide and support team are strongly advisable because parts of the route are remote and difficult to navigate
Is Thallo Pass covered in snow?
Snow can remain around the high pass even during the trekking season.
Where can you camp along the route?
Common camps include Bashqar, shepherd/jungle camps, Yaghi or Zaghi Chatt, and Shahzor Banda.
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