Lower Kachura (Shangrila) Lake
Famous for the Shangrila Resort built on its bank, which features a restaurant built inside the fuselage of a crashed aircraft.
Entry Cost
Approx. $5 resort entry fee.
Excitement Level
Low
Family Friendly?
Yes
Our Recommendation
An essential first stop for any visitor to Skardu. It's iconic for a reason.
Accessibility
Very easy.
Typical Cost
$5 - $50 (entry, food, boating)
Lower Kachura Lake, universally known as Shangrila Lake, is the iconic, heart-shaped centerpiece of the famous Shangrila Resort. It's a beautifully maintained man-made lake, famous for the distinctive restaurant built inside the fuselage of a crashed aircraft on its shore. Surrounded by lush gardens, fruit-laden trees, and pagoda-style huts against a backdrop of rugged mountains, it's the picture-perfect image of Skardu for many travelers. It represents a man-made paradise nestled within a wild landscape.
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What to Do
- Take a peaceful boat ride to get a unique perspective of the resort.
- Dine in the iconic aircraft restaurant.
- Stroll around the lake, enjoying the manicured gardens.
- Capture the classic postcard photo of Skardu.
Getting There
Located within the Shangrila Resort, it's an easy and scenic 25-minute drive from Skardu Town. All our standard tours include a visit to this iconic spot, with transportation handled by us.