A peaceful Wakhi village in Gojal (Upper Hunza) set between the Gulkin Glacier and Borith Lake, offering an authentic, uncrowded slice of Hunza life beneath the Passu Cones.
Ghulkin (also spelt Gulkin) is a small Wakhi village in Gojal, Upper Hunza, tucked between the Karakoram Highway and the Gulkin Glacier. It sees far fewer visitors than nearby Passu, making it a lovely base for travellers who want village homestays and quiet walks.
Walk to the snout of the glacier that flows down beside the village.
A short trip up to this tranquil high lake, popular with migratory birds.
Some of the best angles on the famous Passu Cathedral Cones.
Homestays, apricot orchards and warm Wakhi hospitality.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Access | On the KKH in Gojal, near Passu |
| Best time | April–October |
| Suggested stay | 1 night homestay |
| Pairs well with | Borith Lake, Passu, Hussaini Bridge |
Its glacier, proximity to Borith Lake and the Passu Cones, and its quiet, authentic Wakhi village atmosphere away from the busier stops.
Yes — a local guide can take you to the glacier snout on an easy half-day walk.
Mostly family guesthouses and homestays, which we can arrange for an authentic Upper Hunza experience.
Tell us your dates and we will build it into a private, guided plan with hotels and transport — in PKR or USD.