Sost Dry Port
Gojal Sost, Gilgit-Baltistan
Overview
Located in Upper Hunza Gojal Sost Dry Port is the northernmost border town in Pakistan along the Karakoram Highway. Serving as a crucial international trade custom hub between Pakistan and China Sost plays a vital role in regional commerce and the China Pakistan Economic Corridor CPEC. It is the final customs checkpoint for cargo trucks passenger buses and travelers heading towards the Khunjerab Pass. Visitors can experience a unique multicultural atmosphere witness bustling international trade activities explore shops selling imported Chinese goods and enjoy authentic local Wakhi hospitality. Surrounded by high Karakoram peaks Sost is an essential stopover for travelers venturing toward the world highest paved border crossing.
Highlights
- Northernmost border town and international customs port in Pakistan
- Crucial trade and transport hub along the China Pakistan Economic Corridor
- Final town before ascending to the world highest border at Khunjerab Pass
- Local markets offering imported Chinese goods electronics and tea
- Unique cultural convergence of Pakistani and Chinese cross border trade
Things To Do
- Explore Sost market for imported Chinese goods local dry fruits and handicrafts
- Photograph international trade trucks moving along Karakoram Highway
- Enjoy local Wakhi tea and traditional northern meals at roadside eateries
- Rest and prepare supplies before heading up toward Khunjerab Pass border
- Interact with local traders and experience cross border mountain culture
Local Transportation
Located directly on the Karakoram Highway in Gojal, approximately 1.5 hours drive north of Karimabad.
Accommodation
Multiple transit hotels and guesthouses available, such as Sost Embassy Hotel, Asia Star Hotel, and local inns.
Food & Cuisine
Local restaurants serve Wakhi specialties, Chinese tea, fresh trout fish, and Pakistani cuisine
Safety Information
Fully safe border town. Keep your CNIC or original passport handy for security checkpoints.
Travel Tips
Exchange currency or purchase travel essentials here before proceeding toward the remote border pass.