Trail Guides, Gear Reviews, and Backpacking Tips
The following short story took place during a trip to Pakistan’s Karakorum range in 2008. Click here for more trekking notes and logistical information from my various hikes in the region: There is a timeless quality to the Shimshal Pamir; which Read More …
Distance: 4.2 miles (7 km) Avg.Time: 4 – 5 hours Start / Finish: Karimabad Overlooking the spectacular Hunza Valley, Karimabad is serviced by regular minibusses to and from Gilgit. Season: May to October Maps / Info: Lonely Planet, Pakistan & Read More …
Distance: 52.2 miles (84 km) Average Time: 4-5 days Start / Finish: Out-and-back to Shimshal village As of September, 2008, there was a daily passenger jeep which left Passu bound for Shimshal. This vehicle is often full, in which Read More …
Distance: 29.2 miles (47km) approx. Average Time: 3-4 days Start / Finish: Upper Naltar – Pakora. Regular passenger jeeps or minibuses from Gilgit service both trailheads. For details see Lonely Planet Pakistan & the Karakoram Highway. Season: June – September Read More …