Babusar Top – A Roadtrip Guide to the Mountain Pass

Babusar Top or Babusar Pass is one of the most popular mountain passes in Pakistan. It is at an elevation of 4173 meters / 13, 691 feet above sea level. It attracts many tourists each year during the summers. In winters due to heavy snowfall the route is completely closed for travelers and is impossible to cross.

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Passes ways between mountains that connect different regions and have been used for centuries. Babusar Pass is just one stop when people plan their travel itinerary to northern Pakistan. But it is more than that – the curvy mountain road with numerous switchbacks, the beautiful surrounding mountains, and the green pastures are all part of this experience.

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What Type of Vehicle to Choose

The best type of vehicle on this route is an offroad vehicle. Road to Babusar is one of the dangerous routes in Pakistan as each numerous car accidents occur mostly due to inexperienced drivers. During the summer cars can easily and safely reach the top and back down. But they often have trouble when there is a roadblock. So, it is best to get information on road and weather conditions before you plan your trip.

Vehicles have to be driven in a low gear because brakes tend to overheat, and can even fail due to overuse.

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View from the Babusar Top

Once you reach the top it is truly amazing. On a cold day, it is all surrounded by clouds. Remember you are at an elevation of more than 4000m which is the height of huge mountains. the oxygen level drops at this level and one might feel nauseous. It is best not to run or do anything laborious.

Areas Near Babusar Top to Explore

• Naran
• Kaghan
• Lulusar Dudipatsar National Park
• Lulusar Lake
• Saif ul Malook Lake