The
northern areas of Pakistan are blessed with some of the worlds most rugged
and splendid mountain scenery. This vast land of eternal snow is the abode
of five of the worlds major 8, 000 meter peaks. K-2 pronounced as (Chogori)
in Balti language is the jewel of the Karakoram range. Towards the western
Himalaya lies Nanga Parbat the worlds ninth highest. Even today, these mountains
are less well explored and mapped than other comparable mountain regions,
and many peaks over 6000 meters remain unnamed and unclimbed. Not only does
this region posses lofty mountains but some of the worlds longest glaciers
outside the polar region. The Biafo and Hispar together form one of the longest
traverses with possibilities of climbing innumerable peaks below 6500 meters.
In no other part of the world is there such a large number of high mountains
in such a confined space. This form of trekking is unique in itself unlike
anything in the Americas, Europe or even elsewhere in Asia. Not only does
one encounter mountain scenery in absolute wilderness but as you journey through
valleys you come across some of the worlds rarest wildlife species and assemblage
of plants. The Markhor, Himalayan Ibex, Shapu and Snow Leopard all survive
in close proximity of these high mountain ranges.
Trekking in the karakoram, Western Himalaya
and Hindu Kush is a once in a life time adventure.
KARAKURUM TREKS &
TOURS
21-B, Hotel Metropolitan, G-9 Markaz, P.O. Box 2803, Islamabad - Pakistan
Telephone : +92-51-2264876, 2250317, Fax : +92-51-2264192, 2653196
E-Mail : karakurm@isb.comsats.net.pk
Skardu Office: Hotel Yurt & Yak, Link Road, Skardu
Telephone: +92-5831-52856
United Kingdom Office
Mobile: +447884305742
