The land of mountains and cultural diversity, Pakistan has been ranked the world’s top travel destination for 2018 by the British Backpacker Society. British Backpacker Society described Pakistan as “one of the friendliest countries on earth, with the unique and most fascinating mountain scenery anywhere on the earth. Pakistan wins…
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Pakistan Highlands
Haramosh Valley
Haramosh Valley may be ranked in the top Karakoram adventure destinations. The variety of superb views of forests, glaciers, landscapes and village life make it a life time experience.
Continue ReadingKutwal Lake
Kutwal Lake is one of the most magnificent lakes in Karakoram Range. Located in the Haramosh Valley under the giant mountain Haramosh, this lake provides the best trekking, camping and adventure experiences.
Continue ReadingSirikot, Shaheed Gali – Muzaffarabad
Sirikot is the most serene and mesmerizing hill top in the surroundings of Muzaffarabad. The road to Shaheed Gali offers fantastic views of the Muzaffarabad city and the villages on the mountain slope. A tough trekking or a jeep ride is required to reach the Sirikot. The breathtaking landscape, pine…
Continue ReadingThe Baltoro – Concordia Trek
The world’s best mountain trek which leads to uncountable charms of Karakoram Range. This is a strenuous trek which requires energy, fitness and consistency. Acclimatization is also a very important matter of consideration here. New trekkers who do not have learnt about High Altitude Sickness, Snow Blindness, Dehydration and other…
Continue ReadingTurikho Valley and Tirich Mir Base Camp
The Tirich Mir Base Camp trek is an exciting trek with plenty of natural and cultural attractions. Less known and rarely visited, this trek offers a unique mountain scenery right in the heart of Hindukush. Tirich Mir (7708m) is the crown of the Hindukush range and the most prominent attraction…
Continue ReadingLeepa Valley – The Stunning Serenity
The Leepa Valley is a far end of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The pine forests, waterfalls, clear streams of water and uniquely built village houses give this serene valley an extravagant touch. The most inspiring looks of this heavenly land are crafted by the local farmers in the form of…
Continue ReadingThe Sajikot Splendors
From the Karakoram Highway, it’s difficult to have a hint of the grandeur laying over the heights of Havelian. It needs to leave the KKH and drive through the Havelian city to unveil another fantasy land of Hazara. It is not about the waterfalls only but a variety of natural…
Continue ReadingKarore-Ban Road: A Tranquil Route to Murree
To access the areas of natural beauty, exploring the alternatives to the known highways and main roads is a common hobby among the adventure seekers. Many of the enthusiastic bikers and rough and tough drivers opt for a challenging yet attractive drive to the higher destinations. This alternative to the…
Continue ReadingRatti Gali Lake Trekking Guide
One of the extra ordinary trekking attractions in moderated altitude category is Ratti Gali Lake. The most sparkling crowns of the Neelum Valley, Ratti Gali Lake is located at 3600 meters and surrounded by grassy slopes and a number of waterfalls. Ratti Gali Lake is accessible from three routes i.e.…
Continue ReadingNoori Lake Trekking Guide
An easy but splendid trekking option for Kaghan Valley lovers is the Noori Lake. This less known and hidden lake is an exceptionally beautiful lake. Frozen for most of the year and accessible in late July to October, the Noori Lake and trek is full of natural splendors, tranquility and…
Continue ReadingNaran – Kaghan Valley Travel Guide
Naran is the ultimate name which brings energies, thrill and adventure to the youth of Pakistan. In the recent years, the Kaghan valley emerged as the biggest attraction for the family holidays, jeep safaris, trekking, camping and a number of exciting outdoor activities. The variety of natural attractions including pine…
Continue ReadingKandol Lake Trekking Guide
This, a long day return trek is a fantastic moderate to difficult excursion for lakes lovers. Kandol Lake can also be an exciting camping with proper gear. Located in the thickly forested Utror valley, neighboring to Kalam in Swat, this lake is an awe-inspiring place to visit in summer season.…
Continue ReadingSheosar Lake and Deosai
The deep blue water and the dense green grassy boundaries of the lake add an enormous grandeur to this broad and high Deosai plateau. Uniquely colored flowers of different shapes and sizes; and the gigantic water of the Sheosar lake in the background is an exclusive exposure.
Continue ReadingKumrat Valley, Upper Dir
The hidden and silent Kumrat Valley is the crown of Dir Kohistan in Khyber Pakhtoonkhwa province. In addition to the typical route from Upper Dir to Thal, an extremely scenic jeep road through dense forest from Utror, Swat is the most recommended option to access Kumrat valley.
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