Trekking the Karakoram, Himalaya and Hindu Kush, 2026-27

Kilik and Mintika Pass Trek is an adventure along the historic Silk Road. Before the construction of the Karakoram Highway, Silk Road travelers and traders relied on the Kilik and Mintika Pass as their primary route. The Kilik and Mintika Pass trek begins at Misgar village, a small hamlet in the Hunza Valley. The trek is relatively easy, making it accessible to people of all fitness levels interested in visiting the Pakistan-China border.

The key highlights of Kilik and Mintika Pass Trek are as follow:

• Traversing the vibrant and lush green meadows of the Pamir range.
• Observing wildlife such as marmots, bears, ibexes, and marcopolo sheep.
• Trekking on the ancient Silk Road, used by the travelers and traders of the Silk Road.
• Trekking to the Pakistan and China Border.

The Barah Broq Trek is an awe-inspiring off-the-beaten-path journey in Skardu Valley. This trek is a balanced combination of culture immersion and a nature exploration. Also known as the K2 View Point Trek, the trail offers a mesmerizing view of the world’s second-highest mountain. Apart from K2, the journey allows you to witness many mountains above 7000 meters: Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak, Spantik, Mashabrum, Ghashabrum, K6, and K7.

What truly sets the Barah Broq Trek apart is, it offers an amazing opportunity to witness and interact with the local community and traditions of the Barah Valley, the least visited region in Skardu. The holiday also offers a true mountain experience and a genuine connection with nature.

Marsur Rock Trek is a captivating short trek located in Hussainabad Skardu. The trek is 2 - 3 hours long and suits all fitness levels. Marsur Rock Trek is an ideal one-day excursion in the Skardu Valley. It offers a panoramic view of the towering Karakoram mountains and the beautiful valleys lying beneath them.

The Nangma Valley Trek is an easy and rewarding trekking journey deep in the astonishing Karakoram mountains. The trek starts from Kanday village, located near the Hushe region of Ghanche district of Baltistan. The vacinity is renowned for its pinnacle granite walls, vibrant meadows, and is a gateway to some of the famous peaks, including K6 and K7, making it an ideal spot for photographers and rock climbing adventurers.

The Nangma Valley Trekking journey begins from Skardu Valley in a 4x4 Prado. Following the Indus River, passing through Khaplu valley and many other vibrant Baltistan valleys, reaching Kanday village, from where the thrilling journey commence.

The K2 Base Camp Trek is a high-altitude expedition styled adventurous journey, leading you through the heart of the Karakoram Mountain Ranges via the Baltoro Glacier to the foot of the world’s second-largest peak, K2. Starting from Askole, a small Balti Settlement, via the Baltoro Glacier, the trail gradually immerse you in an environment dominated by massive Glaciers, snow-capped peaks, granite walls and some of the highest concentration of world’s towering mountains such as, Laila Peak, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, II, III and IV, Mustagh Tower, Trango Towers, K2 and many more.

The trek allows you to experience and feel the scale and majesty of the Karakoram, where you walk alongside glaciers, literal moraines, and sleep amidst Karakoram giants for days before arriving at Concordia, often referred to as “Throne Room of the Mountain Gods”.

From there, the final stretch of the K2 Base Camp Trek brings you directly beneath the mighty K2 Peak, providing you with the most expensive view and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to stand face-to-face with the most iconic yet toughest mountain in the world. On completing the K2 Base Camp Trek, you not only witness the Karakoram grandeur but also a deep sense of remoteness, resilience, and a great sense of achievement. Hence, the K2 Base Camp Trek remains the utmost rewarding trek in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.

Fairy Meadows Trek is the most popular trek in the Himalayas of Pakistan. The tour also brings the opportunity to drive on the famous Fairy Meadows road, which is considered one of the dangerous roads in the world.

They key highlights of Fairy Meadows trek are as follow:

• Experience driving on the Fairy Meadows road. One of the most dangerous roads in the world.
• Witness the mighty Nanga-Parbat, the 9th highest mountain in the world.
• Trek to Fairy Meadows and Nanga-Parbat base camp.

The detailed itinerary, cost and services we provide for Fairy Meadows Trek are listed below.

The Baskochi Meadows Trek is a short scenic journey in the Upper Hunza region, known as the Gojal valley. The journey is ideal for travellers interested in scenic hikes and light adventures. The trek begins near Attabad Lake and remains accessible throughout the year. The route typically ascends from the beginning and passes a narrow trail carved through the mountain. As you hike up, each step offers stunning views of the turquoise blue Attabad Lake located just beneath the trail and the prominent Passu Cones far in the background. Furthermore, the trek also provides you the opportunity to enjoy some beautiful views of Gulmit and Shishket villages in the vicinity.

Our Baskochi Meadows Trek offers:

• Breathtaking view of the turquoise blue Attabad Lake.
• View of the picturesque Passu Cones far in the background.
• View of Gulmit and Shishket Village.

The tour plan and cost of the Baskochi meadows trekking is given below.

The Qarun Pass trek is a short trekking adventure in Hunza Valley. The Trek starts from Boiber Canyon and arrives at Shimshal village. The journey is rewarded with a raw and memorable trekking experience and is ideal for a brief mountain journey along the Karakoram ranges.

The route of Qarun Pass Trek is outlined below:

Hunza → Boiber → Maidun → Zarth Gar Ben → Karun Pass → Dut → Hunza

The Shagari Balla Trek is one of the high-altitude K2 viewpoint treks located in the scenic Skardu Valley. Starting from the outskirts of Skardu, the journey leads you through Balti settlements, remote and rugged mountain terrains, ultimately reaching a panoramic ridge, offering unforgettable views of K2 and the snow-capped Karakoram mountains. Beyond the scenic beauty, the Shagari Balla Trek also allows you to feel the scale and majesty of the Karakoram ranges and the towering peaks touching the sky. The journey also provides an ideal opportunity for acclimatization before embarking on a long journey such as the K2 basecamp trek.

The Chafchingol Pass Trek is a 14 to 17 days long adventurous and thrilling journey deep in the Karakorams. It covers the most rugged and least traversed section of the Karakoram in Shimshal Valley, Hunza. The high-altitude crossing approx. above 5000 meters, demands trekkers with good physical condition or prior trekking experiences.

The trek follows the shepherd routes to high pastures and promises a rewarding journey. You can experience traversing through the least navigated corridor of the Karakoram, witnessing the famous Sonia Peak while gaining insights into the Wakhi culture and meeting the local shepherds grazing their animals at highland pastures.

Chafchingol Pass Trek is also a great opportunity for trekkers to test their skills and stamina. The journey offers a raw and genuine mountain experience and is ideal for true nature immersion.

The route of Chafchingol Pass Trek is outlined below:

Shimshal → Zarth Ghar Ben → Jaffer Washkh → Shupodin → Perchod Washkh → Warben / Ghuzerave → Chafchingol Pass → Koksel → Hunza.

The Satpara-Sermik K2 Viewpoint Trek is a remarkable high-altitude journey that takes you to a natural ridge offering a distant view of the mighty K2. The journey either begins near Sadpara Lake, a glacier lake supplying water to Skardu or Sermik village. The trek gradually ascends through small Balti Hamlets, fields, and steep slopes towards the viewpoint, through one of the least explored routes in Skardu Valley. As you ascend, you will be treated with a unparalleled view of K2 and the isolated Karakoram ranges, appearing far in the distance. Moreover, the Satpara-Sermik K2 Viewpoint Trek not only rewards you with mesmerizing views but also tests you against the challenging and hard terrains of the Karakoram.