We were so close to the culmination of our second high of our trip, 1st off course being Attabad, that we didn't mind the frequent sipping of water...which by the way is advisable as elevation is gained quite rapidly and since our bodies are not tuned to lesser level of oxygen...one might land into trouble...
The last winter check point prior to Khunarab top can be seen in the below pics...from here a Border Security Force personnel accompanies you to the top which is about 25 minutes drive from this point..