Rainbow Lake
Pristine & Tranquil
1 group tour0 rating
At an altitude of 2850m, Rainbow lake lies at the end of Astore valley. This turquoise lake lies amidst a flat meadow, with a backdrop of cascading mountains - with their foothills covered in lime green grass and tops featuring sheer-rock faces. There is small hut to enjoy these views and small restaurant to have a light lunch by the lake side.
Where to Stay in Rainbow Lake
1 hotel & properties
Four chapters
Best Time to Visit
spring
Mid-April – Mid-May
Best timeWildflowers arrive across the pine and fir meadows — Naltar lakes at their deepest colour.
summer
Mid-May – Mid-October
Best timeLong light and cool 12–22°C days — wooden villages ringed by pine, and full access to Naltar Lake and Bashkiri.
autumn
Mid-October – Mid-November
Best timePoplars and birch turn gold across the pine forest — dry, still air and the sharpest peak lines.
winter
Mid-November – Mid-March
Best timeSki season — Naltar's ski resort opens on the cleared jeep road, deep pine-forest snow and cosy homestays.